Ja Morant has entered NBA health and safety protocols

The Memphis Grizzlies announced today that Ja Morant has entered the league's health and safety protocols. It is unclear if Morant has tested positive for COVID-19 or if this is due to a contact tracing protocol. ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski reports that Morant is fully vaccinated and has gotten his COVID-19 booster shot. 

Morant was already doubtful for tonight's game against the Mavericks due to a knee sprain. He has been out with the injury since suffering it on Nov. 26. This season, the third-year point guard is averaging 24.1 points, 6.8 assists and 5.8 rebounds per game.