Grizzlies guard Ja Morant is linked to the Sacramento Kings in trade talks, but they won’t pull the trigger unless this one thing happens.

The NBA hopes Morant can play when the two teams meet again in London over the weekend, but Amazon Prime's Udonis Haslem doesn't sound optimistic. During Thursday's NBA on Prime broadcast Haslem said, "When you travel with that much jewelry, you don't plan on playing."

The Timberwolves have been combing the trade market for weeks, evaluating possibilities both big and small. At this point, making a major move for a player like Morant or LaMelo Ball is highly unlikely,

Miami Heat unlikely to pursue Ja Morant, prioritizing cap flexibility for a loaded 2028 free-agency class, per ESPN’s Brian Windhorst.

Despite the Grizzlies' declaration that they're entertaining offers for their star guard, reports indicate the market has been bleak. This lack of interest could stem from concerns about Morant's attitude and behavior on and off the court, as well as his decline in production (he's averaging 19.0 points on 40.1% shooting).

The trade deadline is often one of the most eventful times on the NBA calendar, and by the looks of it, this year’s edition will be no different. Teams are jockeying for playoff position while others are looking to rebuild,