Ja Morant

Ja Morant fined $75,000 for gun gestures after ignoring warning from NBA

Guard Ja Morant of the Memphis Grizzlies was fined $75,000 by the NBA for gun gestures this week. The league said he ignored its warnings.

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Grizzlies' Ja Morant doesn't mind being the NBA's 'villain'

It was the sort of moment that Ja Morant craves: "I feel like I've been the villain for the last two years now."

NBA 2 days ago

Ja Morant again uses gun celebration despite reported investigation, warning from NBA

Despite being reportedly warned by the NBA following an investigation, Ja Morant once against pulled off his gun celebration on Thursday.

NBA 2 days ago

NBA issues warning to Ja Morant after Grizzlies star's apparent finger gun gesture toward Warriors: report

The NBA sent a warning to Ja Morant but is not expected to penalize the Memphis Grizzlies star further for what appeared to be a gun-related gesture.

Memphis Grizzlies 3 days ago

NBA investigating Grizzles' Ja Morant, Warriors' Buddy Hield for gun-related gestures on court: report

Ja Morant has yet another gun-related investigation going on, as the league is reportedly looking into a gesture he and Warriors' Buddy Hield made on Tuesday night.

NBA February 20

Ja Morant: No comment on report that group allegedly burglarized his home

Ja Morant isn't talking about a published report that says he's the Memphis player whose home was recently burglarized by an organized group.

Ja Morant December 30

Grizzlies star Ja Morant dealing with sprained shoulder after hard collision

Ja Morant has a sprained right shoulder and will be considered week to week, the Memphis Grizzlies said Monday

Memphis Grizzlies November 21

Ja Morant's teammate appears to shoot imaginary gun as three-point celebration; social media reacts

Ja Morant's teammate, Desmond Bane, celebrated a three-pointer by appearing to pretend to shoot a gun, which prompted some jokes on social media.

Memphis Grizzlies April 9

Ja Morant acted in self-defense during physical altercation with teen, judge rules

A judge in Tennessee ruled that Memphis Grizzlies All-Star Ja Morant acted in self-defense during his altercation with a then-17-year-old at his house nearly two years ago.

WWE March 16, 2024

Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson takes aim at Ja Morant’s gun troubles in WWE SmackDown appearance

Nothing was off limits for Dwayne “The Rock" Johnson during his performance, which turned musical, on WWE SmackDown in Memphis Friday night.

Memphis Grizzlies January 8, 2024

Grizzlies' Ja Morant out for the season with shoulder injury following suspension return

The Memphis Grizzlies announced on Monday night that Ja Morant will miss the remainder of the 2023-24 season due to a shoulder injury.

Memphis Grizzlies December 27, 2023

Ex-NBA vets, social media react to Ja Morant's obscure celebration

Ja Morant is balling out since his return from a 25-game suspension, but people are wondering if he learned anything from it after a celebration Tuesday night.

Memphis Grizzlies December 20, 2023

Ja Morant hits game-winner at buzzer in return from 25-game suspension

In his return from a 25-game suspension, Ja Morant dropped 34 points and hit the game-winner at the buzzer to help the Grizzlies overcome a 24-point deficit.

Memphis Grizzlies December 20, 2023

Grizzlies' Ja Morant yells he 'kept receipts' after return from 25-game ban over gun antics

Memphis Grizzlies star Ja Morant ran to the back after the win on Tuesday night and yelled that he "kept receipts" in his return from a 25-game suspension.

Memphis Grizzlies December 19, 2023

LeBron James welcomes back Ja Morant after serving suspension: 'Go be GREAT again!!'

Ja Morant is allowed back with the Memphis Grizzlies on Tuesday night following his 25-game suspension, and LeBron James welcomed back the polarizing point guard.

NBA December 15, 2023

Grizzlies’ Ja Morant reflects on suspension as season debut looms, says actions will convince doubters

Ja Morant, a two-time NBA All-Star, has been suspended 33 games since he was initially seen flashing a gun on a social media livestream in early March.

Memphis Grizzlies December 10, 2023

NBA commissioner to meet with Ja Morant ‘this week’ as end of suspension for online gun incident nears

NBA commissioner Adam Silver told reporters on Saturday that he will speak with Memphis Grizzlies star Ja Morant as the end of his 25-game suspension nears.

Ja Morant December 2, 2023

Ja Morant issued subpoena for fight with teenager last year: report

Ja Morant was reportedly issued a subpoena to appear in a Tennessee court next week regarding a fight he got into with a then-17-year-old at his house.

Memphis Grizzlies August 19, 2023

Ja Morant's father says his son got suspended 'because of his decisions'

Ja Morant's father, Tee, spoke at a youth basketball camp and explained to those in attendance his son is suspended "because of his decisions."

Memphis Grizzlies July 20, 2023

Ja Morant's friend arrested for assault in fight with teenager at NBA star's house

Davonte Pack, a friend of Ja Morant, was arrested for assault with bodily harm stemming from a fight he and the guard got into with a teenager.

Memphis Grizzlies July 13, 2023

Grizzlies' Ja Morant's lawyers cite 'stand your ground' law in suit regarding pickup basketball incident

Memphis Grizzlies star point Ja Morant's lawyers are citing the 'stand your ground' law regarding pickup basketball incident where Morant allegedly punched Joshua Holloway in the face.

Memphis Grizzlies July 11, 2023

Arrest warrant issued for an associate of Grizzlies star Ja Morant, officials say

An arrest warrant was issued for Davonte Pack, per the Shelby County criminal justice portal. The warrant is connected to the alleged fight between Pack, Ja Morant, and a teenager.

Ja Morant July 5, 2023

Ja Morant says 'they gon feel me' when he returns to Grizzlies after 25-game suspension

Ja Morant won't be able to be on the court with the Memphis Grizzlies to start the year, but when he's able to return from his suspension, he's confident he'll hit the ground running.

Ja Morant June 29, 2023

Ja Morant cites self-defense in altercation with teenager; attorneys file motion to dismiss case: report

Ja Morant's attorneys have reportedly filed a motion to dismiss a civil case between himself and a teenager, citing Tennessee's Self-Defense Immunity Statue.

New England Patriots June 18, 2023

Patriots' Jack Jones appeared to criticize Ja Morant's gun drama before NFL player's own weapons arrest

New England Patriots cornerback Jack Jones appeared to criticize Memphis Grizzlies star Ja Morant for the NBA player's gun issues before being arrested on weapons charges himself.

Ja Morant June 17, 2023

Video appears to show NBA star Ja Morant filming himself with toy gun after second weapons-related incident

Last month, a video appeared to show Ja Morant holding a gun. A video that surfaced Saturday shows Morant holding what appeared to be a toy gun days after the social media video.

Ja Morant June 16, 2023

Nike vows to 'continue to support' Grizzlies star Ja Morant despite latest suspension

Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant has had a professional relationship with Nike for a little over four years and has a signature shoe with the brand.

Memphis Grizzlies June 16, 2023

NBA suspends Grizzlies' Ja Morant 25 games after second gun incident online: 'Alarming and disconcerting'

Memphis Grizzlies star Ja Morant was suspended 25 games without pay following two incidents where he flashed a firearm on social media, the NBA announced Friday.

Ja Morant June 8, 2023

NBA Commissioner Adam Silver was ‘incredibly disappointed' after second Ja Morant gun incident

NBA commissioner Adam Silver told Dan Patrick he was "incredibly disappointed" when he learned of Memphis Grizzlies star Ja Morant’s second gun incident.

NBA Playoffs June 1, 2023

Adam Silver says NBA made decision on Ja Morant's firearm incident; waiting until NBA Finals are over

The NBA's investigation into Ja Morant's latest incident with a firearm has "come to a head," said Commissioner Adam Silver, but the league is waiting until the Finals are over.

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