But before the game, NBA commissioner Adam Silver said he was “disappointed” that Memphis’ former All-Star Ja Morant was out for the Berlin portion of the series.

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."

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Memphis Grizzlies players Ja Morant and Vince Williams Jr. appeared to have an altercation during a practice at Berlin's Uber Arena on Jan. 14. Morant and Williams were seen by media exchanging words when an assistant coach attempted to separate them. Williams told Morant to go to the back, but the point guard repeatedly stated, "I'm right here."

During a shootaround in Berlin on Wednesday, video showed Ja Morant in an animated exchange with Vince Williams Jr. The clip showed pointing, close body language, and visible frustration, though no audio confirmed what sparked the moment.

Desmond Bane breaks his silence on Ja Morant trade rumors as the Orlando Magic meet the Memphis Grizzlies in Berlin.

The trade market was dealt a big blow on Friday when we received word that Anthony Davis’ injury might knock him out for an extended time. The Mavericks’ big man has ligament damage in his left hand, and it might require surgery. Most likely, he’ll be out several weeks. From our story:

Former NBA stars link Ja Morant to Miami Heat as trade buzz grows while Brooklyn Nets enter discussions leaguewide quietly