Heat passed on pursuing Ja Morant due to contract concerns and injury history

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The Heat had enough interest in Memphis guard Ja Morant to make an initial call to the Grizzlies weeks ago. But they didn’t have enough interest to try to trade for him. Per a source, the Heat discussed Morant internally but decided not to pursue a trade because of myriad factors, including his contract and a history of injuries. Morant has not played more than 67 games in any of his six seasons because of injuries and suspensions. He has appeared in nine and 50 games the previous two seasons and just 20 this season, as he’s now sidelined by an elbow injury.

Miami Herald

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