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Portland is acquiring 2-time All-Star Ja Morant in a trade with Memphis, AP source says
By Tim Reynolds, Associated Press at KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC)
· June 29, 2026
· 2 min read
Ja Morant is headed to Portland, after the Trail Blazers and Memphis agreed on a trade Monday that sees the Grizzlies starting anew and gives the two-time All-Star a chance to revive his career, a person with knowledge of the agreement told The Associated Press.Portland is sending forwards Jerami...
Key takeaway Portland is sending forwards Jerami Grant and Kris Murray to the Grizzlies as part of the deal, said the person who spoke to the AP on condition of anonymity because the trade has not gotten the required league approvals.
Why this matters in The Pearland
This trade has no direct impact on Pearland , as it involves teams in Portland and Memphis. However, for local basketball fans, the move could be of interest, particularly if they follow the careers of players like Ja Morant. The trade may also spark discussions about player management and team rebuilding strategies, which could be relevant to local sports teams in Brazoria County. As the NBA season approaches, Pearland residents who enjoy basketball may be watching to see how Morant's move to Portland affects the team's performance and whether the Grizzlies' new lineup has any notable impacts on the league. The story may also lead to conversations about the importance of player conduct and how off-court actions can affect a player's career, a topic that could be explored in local sports forums or community discussions.
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Category: parks ·
Published: June 29, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC) ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? Ja Morant is headed to Portland, after the Trail Blazers and Memphis agreed on a trade Monday that sees the Grizzlies starting anew and gives the two-time All-Star a chance to revive his career, a person with knowledge of the agreement told The Associated Press.Portland is sending forwards Jerami...
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