The NBA rumor mill has been buzzing for months about a potential Ja Morant blockbuster, but sources close to the situation are now dropping a bombshell that changes the entire narrative: the Phoenix Suns are reportedly out — and they’re not just passing, they’re slamming the door.
According to multiple league insiders who spoke exclusively to ClutchPoints, the Suns have made it crystal clear that acquiring the two-time All-Star and former Rookie of the Year is simply “not an option” this offseason. One team source was blunt: “That’s not something we are getting involved with.” The message from Phoenix is loud, definitive, and has sent shockwaves through the league.
Why the Suns Are Walking Away
On paper, a Morant-to-Phoenix pairing looked like a dream fit. The explosive guard would have slid in alongside Devin Booker, giving the Suns the kind of dynamic backcourt they’ve been craving. The connection with former Grizzlies teammate Dillon Brooks only added fuel to the speculation fire. But insiders say the Suns’ front office has zero interest in taking on the remaining $87 million on Morant’s contract — a financial anchor they reportedly view as a deal-breaker.
Compounding the issue: the Suns had hoped Jalen Green would emerge as that complementary guard in the 2025-26 season, but injuries limited him to just 32 games. Despite that setback, Phoenix is apparently not panicking. Sources claim the organization is committed to stability and avoiding a drastic roster overhaul, even if it means passing on a talent like Morant.
The Grizzlies’ Desperate Dilemma
Meanwhile, back in Memphis, the situation is reportedly far more chaotic. The Grizzlies have been shopping Morant for months, but league insiders say his trade value is currently in the gutter. After trading away Desmond Bane last summer and Jaren Jackson Jr. at the February deadline, the franchise has clearly pivoted in a new direction. But moving Morant? That’s proving to be a nightmare.
Morant missed the final 40 games of the 2025-26 season with a sprained UCL in his left elbow, and sources close to the team claim he didn’t even participate in exit interviews — a sign of deep internal turmoil. Allegedly, his relationship with head coach Tuomas Iisalo had soured beyond repair, with multiple clashes reported behind closed doors. One insider described the atmosphere as “toxic” and “unsalvageable.”
The Giannis Curveball
At the trade deadline, the Milwaukee Bucks emerged as a potential landing spot, with talks reportedly centering on Ryan Rollins. But those negotiations stalled when the Grizzlies insisted on including Rollins — a demand the Bucks flatly rejected. Now, with Giannis Antetokounmpo’s future in Milwaukee reportedly hanging by a thread, sources say a Morant-to-the-Bucks deal is all but dead.
“The Bucks were interested in pairing Ja with Giannis,” one league executive told us. “But if Giannis is on the move, that whole calculus changes. They’re not going to go all-in on Morant if their superstar is walking out the door.”
What Happens Now?
With the 2026 NBA Draft just two weeks away and the Grizzlies holding the No. 3 overall pick — widely expected to be Duke phenom Cameron Boozer — the organization is reportedly at a crossroads. Do they trade Morant for pennies on the dollar, or hold onto him and risk further locker-room drama?
Insiders say Memphis is refusing to attach assets to dump Morant’s contract, but they’re also not willing to accept a package of second-round picks. The standoff has left the basketball world speculating: is there actually a team out there that views Morant as a cornerstone piece? Or has his value cratered so badly that the Grizzlies are stuck with a star they no longer want?
One thing is becoming clear: the Ja Morant saga is far from over, and the next move could reshape the entire NBA landscape. Sources say multiple teams are monitoring the situation, but as of now, no clear frontrunner has emerged. The clock is ticking.
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