With two players injured in quick succession, what should the Grizzlies and Pacers do? Injuries on the basketball court are always frustrating, and on Tuesday, teams across the league were hit by injuries. The Grizzlies' Morant will undergo shoulder surgery for a torn labrum and will be reimbursed this season, while the Pacers' Haliburton suffered a Grade 1 strain in his left hamstring and could be sidelined. Injuries have posed a challenge to the team, so let's take a look at the Grizzlies and Pacers.
First, there's the Grizzlies' case, where Morant's injury has virtually extinguished any hope the Grizzlies have of making the playoffs this season. While they have a poor record, they still have some things to do, such as actively looking for new solutions before the trade deadline. They also have the opportunity to supplement the roster with a draft, and to be clear, the Grizzlies aren't terrible. They have a lot of options to do, and the key is how much money they are willing to spend on it.
And for the Pacers, Haliburton's injury could cost them a chance to finish in the top four in the East. But they also have some things they can do, such as using the market value of the players in exchange for some resources that will benefit the team's future. They also have other players available to fill the void in Haliburton's absence. In any case, hopefully both teams will find new opportunities and solutions in the shadow of injuries.
Injuries are part of the game, but we hope this is the last injury-themed column of the season. How do you think the team should respond to the challenges posed by injuries? Welcome to leave a message to discuss.