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The Memphis Grizzlies' injured players are increasing as the stars get healthy

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The Memphis Grizzlies' mounting injuries early in the season only add to their frustration after a 2-3 start. The Grizzlies lost at home to the Brooklyn Nets on Wednesday and face the Milwaukee Bucks (1-5) on Thursday.

Jaren Jackson Jr. admitted Monday after the Grizzlies' win over the Chicago Bulls that it's difficult as a competitor to navigate limited minutes. As for star Ja Morant, he had three words to say about his 29 minutes of playing time after Wednesday's game.

“Live with it,” Morant said.

This is how the Grizzlies start the day on Thursday:

Yes Morant

Injury: Pain in the thigh

outlook: Morant has played less than 30 minutes in every game this season, missing Monday's game against the Bulls and 29 minutes on Wednesday against the Nets, where Morant finished the game with 14 points, 11 assists and 8 rebounds. For the first time since last Friday, Morant was not listed on the injury report.

Jaren Jackson Jr.

Injury: Hamstring

outlook: Jackson has appeared in three games since returning from a hamstring injury, playing less than 30 minutes in each. Jackson played 28 minutes on Wednesday with 30 points and four rebounds. For the first time this season, he was not listed on the injury report Thursday.

Desmond Bane

Injury: Suffered an oblique injury early in the third quarter against the Nets. Bane played 17 minutes with 10 points and 6 rebounds.

outlook: Bane will be out against the Bucks. The Grizzlies will provide an update on his status for the upcoming season after the results are released.

Marcus Smart

Injury: Twisted his right ankle six minutes into the game against the Nets.

outlook: Smart is out against the Bucks. The Grizzlies will provide a more detailed update on his game status in the future after more images are available.