Scotty Pippen Jr.

Morant is a late scratch for Saturday's game, opening up a spot in the starting lineup. Scotty Pippen Jr. is the replacement, and he stands to provide solid streaming value in that role.

Morant is a late addition to the injury report, as the Grizzlies initially announced him as a starter. If he cannot play, Scotty Pippen Jr. or Luke Kennard will move into the starting lineup. Pippen offers a higher fantasy ceiling as a starter, while Kennard's promotion would increase Desmond Bane's value.

Morant returned to the Grizzlies' lineup on Saturday after missing six games with a hamstring injury. He did so while playing for a new head coach, as interim Toumas Iisalo grabbed the reins after Taylor Jenkins's firing. The point guard's efficiency wasn't great, as he shot 9-of-23 from the field, but 10 assists countered his four turnovers. When healthy, Morant has been a superior option in eight-cat formats and team builds in which turnovers are punted. Memphis's four-game Week 22 includes a Monday/Tuesday back-to-back, so there may be another opportunity for Scotty Pippen Jr. to start. Pippen played 23 minutes off the bench against the Lakers, finishing with 16 points, three rebounds, five assists, one steal and three three-pointers.

Morant has missed the last six games with a strained left hamstring, but is set to return in the Grizzlies' first game without Taylor Jenkins Saturday against the Lakers. The 25-year-old point guard's return will push Scotty Pippen Jr. back to the bench.

Morant is questionable after missing the Grizzlies' last six games. His presence at shootaround is a positive sign for his chances of making a return in Memphis' first game without Taylor Jenkins at the helm. Scotty Pippen Jr. will likely return to a reserve role if Morant returns.