Ja Morant Declares Loyalty Amid Trade Rumors

Ja Morant poured in 24 points, 13 assists and five rebounds to lift the Grizzlies to a 126-109 win in London, then pushed back on trade talk by saying, "If anybody here knows me, I'm a very loyal guy," and pointing to the Grizzlies tattoo on his back. Memphis has reportedly shopped him for picks and young players, but league interest has been called tepid, and some teams see limited market demand. Merlin senses a tug of war between talent and risk. Morant’s flashes show why teams would pay a price, yet missed time from suspensions and injuries dims his trade value. He sounds rooted in Memphis, and the Grizzlies will likely hold out for serious offers. Expect more headlines if he strings together sustained dominance.