In a 1-1 series headed to Memphis, the Utah Jazz have a Ja Morant problem. How will they solve it?
While acknowledging the Grizzlies guard is talented and tough to handle, the Jazz also point out they can do a better job limiting his space and cutting down on fouls.
(Rick Egan | The Salt Lake Tribune) Utah Jazz center Rudy Gobert (27) blocks a shot by Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant (12), in NBA Playoff game 2, between the Utah Jazz and the Memphis Grizzlies at Vivint Arena, on Wednesday, May 26, 2021.
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