Grizzlies' Morant to return vs. Warriors after missing 4 games

Memphis Grizzlies point guard Ja Morant will return to the lineup against the Golden State Warriors on Monday after missing the past four games due to back soreness, the team announced.

Morant hasn't played since Nov. 29. The Murray State product has built an early case for Rookie of the Year honors, averaging 18.6 points, 6.4 assists, and 1.4 steals through 17 games.