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Ja Morant is headed to Portland after the Memphis Grizzlies trade the 2-time All-Star
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 completed a trade Monday night that sees the Grizzlies starting anew and gives the two-time All-Star a chance to revive his career.Portland sent forwards Jerami Grant and Kris Murray to the Grizzlies as part of the deal.It’s a b...
Key takeaway Portland sent forwards Jerami Grant and Kris Murray to the Grizzlies as part of the deal.
Why this matters in The Piney Point
The trade of Ja Morant to the Portland Trail Blazers may seem like a distant development to Piney Point Village residents, but it underscores the ever-changing landscape of professional sports in the Houston area. As a community within the Houston metropolitan area, Piney Point Village is home to many sports fans who closely follow the NBA and its players. The Memphis Grizzlies, Morant's former team, have been a regional rival to the Houston Rockets, and their roster moves can have a ripple effect on the Rockets' performance and fan interest. With Morant's departure from the Grizzlies, local fans may be wondering how this trade will impact the Rockets' chances in the upcoming season. Additionally, the trade serves as a reminder that the NBA is a dynamic league with constant player movement, which can create new storylines and excitement for fans in Piney Point Village and beyond.
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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 completed a trade Monday night that sees the Grizzlies starting anew and gives the two-time All-Star a chance to revive his career.Portland sent forwards Jerami Grant and Kris Murray to the Grizzlies as part of the deal.It’s a b...
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