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Ja Morant didn't disappoint in his highly anticipated return from a 25-game suspension, leading the Grizzlies to a much-needed win. - Lauren [MORNING BARK](mb_header_main?utm_source=mb&utm_medium=email&mb_edition=20231220) Sports. And then some. [Subscribe]( | [Yardbarker.com](?utm_source=mb&utm_medium=email&mb_edition=20231220) Top Story Ja Morant didn't disappoint in his highly anticipated return from a 25-game suspension, leading the Grizzlies to a much-needed win. - Lauren [Ja Morant's game-winner caps huge Grizzlies comeback in return]( [Watch Morant's first bucket of season]( [Besides Morant, Grizzlies to get another boost at the guard position]( [T-wolves continue rise as NBA’s most pleasant early surprise]( [Giannis Antetokounmpo joins rare company with latest milestone]( [Supermodel loses MSG tickets after ditching Knicks before comeback]( The Top 10 10 [Texans QB C.J. 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