Players and coaches communicate messages centered around one doesn't matter more than the next, but the feeling around the Memphis Grizzlies on Thursday is different ahead of a game against the Houston Rockets.

Ja Morant is on the injury report for this contest, listed as questionable for the Grizzlies with shoulder soreness. Morant had previously missed time this year due to a shoulder injury, as well as more games with various other ailments.

Despite all sorts of rumors swirling about who they may or may not be targeting on the NBA trade market, the Houston Rockets remain one of the best teams in the