The Grizzlies' struggles have coincided with internal issues. Star point guard Ja Morant voiced his displeasure with the coaching staff after an Oct. 31 loss against the Los Angeles Lakers, then he was suspended for a game against the Toronto Raptors on Nov. 2 for conduct detrimental to the team.

Houston Rockets All-Star Kevin Durant had jokes for Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant 's dad Tee in-game during Wednesday's 124-109 win. While the NBA world wonders would the Rockets would trade for Morant, who's voiced his displeasure with the team's direction and served a one-game suspension, Durant made light of the situation.