The Memphis superstar will miss the rest of the season

The point guard and leader of the Memphis Grizzlies, Ja Morant, will miss the remainder of the season due to injury, as announced by the club's official website.

The 24-year-old basketball player will undergo shoulder surgery and will only return to play at the beginning of the 2024/25 season. On Saturday, January 6, after a workout, he felt pain in his shoulder, and an MRI revealed a labrum tear.

Morant missed the first 25 games of the current season due to suspension. He showcased his skills on social media.

Upon Morant's return, Memphis won 6 out of 9 games. On average, he scored 25.1 points, 5.7 rebounds, and 8.1 assists per game.

Morant's dunk was among the top 3 highlights of the past year, according to the NBA.

After 36 games, Memphis is currently in 13th place in the Western Conference.