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Portland is acquiring 2-time All-Star Ja Morant in a trade with Memphis, AP source says
By Tim Reynolds, Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio
· June 29, 2026
· 2 min read
Ja Morant is headed to Portland, after the Trail Blazers and Memphis agreed on a trade Monday that sees the Grizzlies starting anew and gives the two-time All-Star a chance to revive his career, a person with knowledge of the agreement told The Associated Press.Portland is sending forwards Jerami...
Key takeaway Portland is sending forwards Jerami Grant and Kris Murray to the Grizzlies as part of the deal, said the person who spoke to the AP on condition of anonymity because the trade has not gotten the required league approvals.
Why this matters in Terrell Hills News
The trade of Ja Morant to Portland has no direct impact on Terrell Hills , but it does show the kind of high-stakes roster moves that can shift the balance of power in the NBA. For local basketball fans, the deal is a reminder that even established stars can change teams quickly, and that can affect the fortunes of teams with local connections, such as the San Antonio Spurs. The Spurs, as a nearby NBA team, often draw fans from the Terrell Hills area, and significant trades like this one can influence the competitive landscape of the league and potentially impact the Spurs' own chances. As the new NBA season approaches, Terrell Hills residents who follow the Spurs will be watching to see how the team responds to moves like the Morant trade and whether they will make any significant roster changes of their own.
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Category: parks ·
Published: June 29, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio ·
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 agreed on a trade Monday that sees the Grizzlies starting anew and gives the two-time All-Star a chance to revive his career, a person with knowledge of the agreement told The Associated Press.Portland is sending forwards Jerami...
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