Ja Morant

2023 - 3 - 4

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Ja Morant news: NBA suspends Grizzlies PG at least two games (DraftKings Nation)

The Grizzlies point guard is under the microscope after an incident on his social media account.

On Friday, Morant [was seen on Instagram live appearing](https://sports.yahoo.com/ja-morant-suspended-from-grizzlies-for-two-games-after-posing-with-gun-on-instagram-174603084.html) to have a gun while in a club. [Memphis Grizzlies](https://www.grizzlybearblues.com) point guard Ja Morant’s social media activity after he displayed a gun on his Instagram Live post. The NBA has a lot on its plate with this investigation. Due process still has to play out for Morant, who is averaging 27.1 points, 8.2 assists and 6.0 rebounds per game this season. They are not afraid to mix it up, and that has created some problems for Morant and his teammates. There was also the issue with the [Pacers](https://www.indycornrows.com) earlier this season, when members of Morant’s group alleged there was a laser being trained on their vehicle and felt there was a gun involved while leaving the arena.

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NBA investigating after Ja Morant displays gun in Instagram video (ESPN)

Grizzlies star Ja Morant's Instagram live video, in which he displayed a gun while at a nightclub early Saturday morning, has prompted an investigation from ...

After that incident, which occurred by the Indiana team bus in the loading area of FedExForum and was first reported by The Athletic, NBA security and investigators interviewed numerous eyewitnesses and reviewed video surveillance following allegations made by the Pacers organization that a red laser was pointed at members of the Pacers from a sports utility vehicle in which Morant was a passenger. [Indiana Pacers](/nba/team/_/name/ind/indiana-pacers)' traveling party after the Grizzlies' Jan. The other incident was a confrontation with a mall security guard in a parking lot.

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Ja Morant suspendu deux matchs pour avoir exhibé un pistolet sur ... (ICI.Radio-Canada.ca)

La vedette des Grizzlies a diffusé une vidéo en direct d'un club dans laquelle on le voyait tenir une arme.

Gilbert Arenas des Wizards de Washington avait été suspendu 50 matchs après avoir sorti une arme de poing dans le vestiaire de l'équipe lors d'une altercation avec un coéquipier. Après un match contre les Pacers de l'Indiana le 29 janvier dernier, de multiples membres de l'équipe ont témoigné avoir été ciblés par un pointeur laser alors qu'ils quittaient l'aréna. Morant a diffusé la vidéo sur son compte Instagram, mais ne l'a pas archivé.

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NBA opens investigation after Ja Morant's social media post (NBA.com)

The Grizzlies say their star guard will be away from the team for 'at least' the next 2 games.

Pack and Morant also are involved in a civil lawsuit brought after an incident at Morant’s home this past summer, in which a 17-year-old alleged that they assaulted him. 29 incident in Memphis that he said led to a friend of his being banned from home games there for a year. 29 game, there was barking between Pacers players and friends of Morant seated along the sideline. It was not immediately clear if he was going to accompany the Grizzlies on their trip to Los Angeles. The video was streamed by Morant to his Instagram page, and it was not archived once he stopped the stream. Morant’s actions were investigated by the league after a Jan.

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NBA opens investigation after Ja Morant appears to hold gun on ... (Sportsnet.ca)

The NBA has opened an investigation into a social media post by Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant after he livestreamed himself holding what appeared to be ...

[fatal shooting and allegations of locker-room hazing](https://apnews.com/article/new-mexico-state-basketball-shooting-crisis-d2b20604aa91ddc11cc32a4f12e660f6). There is precedent for the NBA when sanctioning a player over conduct involving guns. Pack and Morant also are involved in a civil lawsuit brought after an incident at Morant’s home this past summer, in which a 17-year-old alleged that they assaulted him. 29 game, there was barking between Pacers players and friends of Morant seated along the sideline. The video was streamed by Morant to his Instagram page, and it was not archived once he stopped the stream. Morant’s actions were investigated by the league after a

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Grizzlies' Ja Morant taking time away 'to get help' after suspension ... (USA TODAY)

The Grizzlies have suspended All-Star Ja Morant for at least two games after he was seen flashing a gun at a club on Instagram Live early Saturday.

In January, the NBA investigated a report that Morant's acquaintances confronted members of the Indiana Pacers' travel party after a Jan. Four days prior, Morant was accused of threatening a security guard at a Memphis mall during an altercation in the parking lot. Morant raked up a team-high 27 points, 10 assists and two steals in the Grizzlies' 113-97 loss to the Denver Nuggets on Friday. Morant told officers he struck the teen in self-defense and the Shelby County District Attorney's Office declined to press charges. [ESPN](https://twitter.com/wojespn/status/1632128855027728384) and [The Athletic. Morant will miss at least the Grizzlies' road games against the Los Angeles Clippers on Sunday and Los Angeles Lakers on Tuesday.

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La NBA enquête | Ja Morant a brandi ce qui s'apparente à une arme ... (La Presse)

La NBA enquête sur le joueur des Grizzlies de Memphis, Ja Morant, après qu'il ait brandi ce qui s'apparente à une arme à feu dans une vidéo en direct sur ...

Lors d’entretiens avec la police, il a ajouté qu’après leur altercation, « Morant s’est rendu dans sa maison et est réapparu avec une arme à feu visible dans la ceinture de son pantalon ». Ce n’est pas la première fois que Ja Morant fait parler de lui cette semaine. L’organisation n’a cependant pas donné plus de détails.

Grizzlies PG Morant to 'be away from the team' for at least two games (TSN)

The announcement comes after Morant livestreamed himself holding what appeared to be a gun at a club early Saturday. Advertisement. Morant released a statement ...

I'm sorry to my family, teammates, coaches, fans, partners, the city of Memphis and the entire Grizzlies organization for letting you down. Grizzlies head coach Taylor Jenkins said when asked about Morant's past issues being reported. Memphis Grizzlies point guard Ja Morant will 'be away from the team' for at least the next two games, the team announced on Saturday.

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Ja Morant gun video: Grizzlies star will miss two games after ... (Sporting News)

Morant filmed himself holding a gun in a night club in the early hours of Saturday morning.

He was also accused of threatening the head of security at a Memphis mall in the report. The accusers said they felt they were in "grave danger" during the altercation. Memphis' next two games are both in LA, first against the Clippers and then against the Lakers on Tuesday. Clips of the incident quickly made the rounds on social media after it was posted. It's unclear where the video was filmed. The video was broadcast on Instagram Live to Morant's nine million followers.

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Morant suspendu pour avoir exhibé une arme à feu (RDS)

Ja Morant aurait montré une arme à feu sur Instagram.

D'après la déclaration des Grizzlies, Morant pourrait être de retour lors du match de jeudi à domicile, contre Golden State. Cette saison, Morant a inscrit en moyenne 27,1 points et 8,2 passes par rencontre. « J'assume l'entière responsabilité de mes actions, a déclaré Morant.

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Ja Morant says he'll get help after video shows apparent gun (Sportsnet.ca)

Ja Morant will be away from the Memphis Grizzlies for at least their next two games, the team said Saturday in a move that came not long after the NBA ...

[fatal shooting and allegations of locker-room hazing](https://apnews.com/article/new-mexico-state-basketball-shooting-crisis-d2b20604aa91ddc11cc32a4f12e660f6). Neither has been charged or accused of a crime, but then-teammate Darius Miles and another man are facing capital murder charges. Pack and Morant also are involved in a civil lawsuit brought after an incident at Morant’s home this past summer, in which a 17-year-old alleged that they assaulted him. There is precedent for the NBA when sanctioning a player over conduct involving guns. And earlier this week, Powerade announced a multiyear endorsement deal with Morant. 29 game, there was barking between Pacers players and friends of Morant seated along the sideline. Morant, the No. The video was streamed by Morant on his Instagram page early Saturday, hours after the Grizzlies played in Denver. Based on the Grizzlies' statement, the earliest Morant could play is Thursday at home against Golden State. I'm going to take some time away to get help and work on learning better methods of dealing with stress and my overall well-being.” A close friend of Morant’s, Davonte Pack, was escorted from the arena as Pacers bench players shouted in Pack’s direction. Morant’s actions were investigated after a

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Grizzlies' Ja Morant to miss two games after showing apparent gun ... (The Guardian)

Ja Morant will be away from the Memphis Grizzlies for at least their next two games, the team said Saturday, not long after the NBA opened an investigation ...

And New Mexico State’s men’s basketball season was shut down in February because of a fatal shooting and allegations of locker-room hazing. His five-year, $194m extension with the Grizzlies kicks in to start next season and would rise to about $230m if he makes an All-NBA team this season. Pack and Morant also are involved in a civil lawsuit brought after an incident at Morant’s home this past summer, in which a 17-year-old alleged that they assaulted him. The video was streamed by Morant to his Instagram page, and it was not archived once he stopped the stream. unbelievable.” During the 29 January game, there was barking between Pacers players and friends of Morant seated along the sideline. Morant’s actions were investigated by the league after a 29 January incident in Memphis that he said led to a friend of his being banned from home games there for a year.

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Ja Morant suspended from Grizzlies for two games after posing with ... (Yahoo Canada Sports)

Morant was recently at the center of an extensive Washington Post report which detailed a series of other off-court incidents.

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NBA opens investigation after Ja Morant's social media post (Yahoo Canada Sports)

The NBA has opened an investigation into a social media post by Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant after he livestreamed himself holding what appeared to be ...

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La NBA enquête | Ja Morant a brandi ce qui ressemble à une arme ... (La Presse)

La NBA enquête sur le joueur des Grizzlies de Memphis, Ja Morant, après qu'il ait brandi ce qui s'apparente à une arme à feu dans une vidéo en direct sur ...

Lors d’entretiens avec la police, il a ajouté qu’après leur altercation, « Morant s’est rendu dans sa maison et est réapparu avec une arme à feu visible dans la ceinture de son pantalon ». Ce n’est pas la première fois que Ja Morant fait parler de lui cette semaine. L’organisation n’a cependant pas donné plus de détails.

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Memphis Grizzlies Guard Ja Morant Steps Away From Team (The New York Times)

The Grizzlies said Morant would be away for at least two games but did not say why. Several people posted video clips on social media that appeared to show ...

said it would investigate a social media post that appeared to show Morant holding a gun. Morant is a rising star in the N.B.A. Several people posted video clips on social media on Saturday that appeared to show Morant in a live video on his Instagram account holding a gun and smiling in a nightclub.

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Grizzlies' Ja Morant to be 'away from the team' for two games after ... (CBSSports.com)

"We are aware of a social media post involving Ja Morant and are investigating," NBA spokesman Mike Bass said in a statement. Morant released a statement of his ...

Forcing the NBA to investigate two separate incidents that you're involved in over a three-month period isn't ideal, and is indicative of a troubling pattern of behavior Morant has been displaying lately. [NBA investigated](https://www.cbssports.com/nba/news/nba-investigates-postgame-altercation-between-ja-morants-entourage-and-pacers-grizzlies-star-responds/) a separate incident involving acquaintances of Morant. Four days after that incident at the mall, Morant was then accused of punching a 17-year-old boy and brandishing a gun during a pickup basketball game at his home in Memphis. The decision came shortly after it was revealed that the NBA is investigating a post that was circulating on social media on Saturday in which Morant is seen appearing to brandish a gun at a club. According to the police report, Morant then said "let me find out what time he gets off," which made the guard want to file a report as he felt "threatened" by Morant's statement. "We appreciate Ja's accountability and that he is taking the time to get the help he needs.

Grizzlies de Memphis: Ja Morant dit qu'il va aller chercher de l'aide ... (L'Avenir et des Rivières - Farnham)

Le club s'envolait pour Los Angeles samedi pour des matches contre les Clippers, dimanche, et ensuite face aux Lakers, mardi. Morant manquera ces deux matchs au ...

«J’assume l’entière responsabilité de mes actions, a déclaré Morant. «Nous sommes au courant d’une publication sur les réseaux sociaux impliquant Ja Morant et nous enquêtons», a déclaré le porte-parole de la NBA, Mike Bass. La vidéo a été diffusée par Morant sur sa page Instagram tôt samedi, quelques heures après le match des Grizzlies à Denver.

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Is Ja Morant suspended? Grizzlies All-Star will be 'away from team ... (Sporting News)

The Memphis point guard will miss at least two games after filming himself brandishing a weapon on Instagram Live.

That means he'd be in violation of NBA rules and could face discipline from the league. They claimed a red laser was pointed at them from a car containing Morant and several others. He is just "away from the team." The Grizzlies will return home to Memphis to face the Warriors on Thursday. The video showed the two-time All-Star holding a weapon as he partied in a nightclub in the early hours of Saturday morning. He has yet to be disciplined by the league, and the Grizzlies didn't officially say they were suspending Morant.

Grizzlies de Memphis: Ja Morant dit qu'il va aller chercher de l'aide ... (Courrier Frontenac)

Ja Morant sera absent des Grizzlies de Memphis pour au moins leurs deux prochains matches, a annoncé l'équipe samedi, peu après que la NBA ait ouvert une ...

«J’assume l’entière responsabilité de mes actions, a déclaré Morant. «Nous sommes au courant d’une publication sur les réseaux sociaux impliquant Ja Morant et nous enquêtons», a déclaré le porte-parole de la NBA, Mike Bass. La vidéo a été diffusée par Morant sur sa page Instagram tôt samedi, quelques heures après le match des Grizzlies à Denver.

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Ja Morant suspended from Grizzlies for 2 games after posing with ... (Yahoo Canada Sports)

Morant was recently at the center of an extensive Washington Post report which detailed a series of other off-court incidents.

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Ja Morant appears to flash gun in Instagram Live video; NBA ... (Yahoo Sports)

Morant was recently at the center of an extensive Washington Post report which detailed a series of other off-court incidents.

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Amick: Unwelcome spotlight is on Ja Morant — again. Can any good ... (The Athletic)

There were gun-related accusations in that incident involving the Pacers that were not confirmed in the league's investigation, and this particular point — the ...

[Marcellus Wiley](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_UZ0IUxoivg). [Shannon Sharpe](https://www.si.com/nba/grizzlies/news/shannon-sharpe-blasts-ja-morant-for-recent-criminal-accusations). [Charles Barkley](https://youtu.be/t9nSdNPRzRw?t=86). [Ja Morant](https://theathletic.com/nba/player/ja-morant-O9seJiOia3fxGmjz/) of the [Memphis Grizzlies](https://theathletic.com/nba/team/grizzlies/) for the second time in less than two months? The spotlight has a way of forcing people to look in the mirror sometimes, no matter how many times they want to [call “cap” from the social media mountaintops](https://twitter.com/damichaelc/status/1622350714461732864?s=61&t=t_GuW-lIiT9G9H8y97kpPQ). [Matt Barnes and Stephen Jackson](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rmhueiW6BoU). From the Pacers situation to now, there’s just no way that it would have been good for Morant for all of this to stay in the dark. [July 26 incident at Morant’s Memphis home](https://www.tmz.com/2023/01/03/ja-morant-sued-after-allegedly-punching-teen-basketball-game-memphis-home/), where both Morant and a friend who also was part of the Jan. [The Washington Post](https://www.washingtonpost.com/sports/2023/03/01/ja-morant-punch-teen-laser/), another incident took place at a Memphis mall four days later in which a security guard said Morant “threatened” him during an altercation in the parking lot. The stakes are high here for the league, with the LeBron Jameses, Kevin Durants and Steph Currys of their world nearing their exits and Morant on his way to becoming one of the next all-time greats. Because I wonder where we’d be — where this unfortunate and unnecessary situation that has led to him being sent away for “at least two games” would be — if the investigation surrounding [the postgame incident](https://theathletic.com/4157284/2023/02/05/pacers-grizzlies-laser-ja-morant-investigation/) with the [Indiana Pacers](https://theathletic.com/nba/team/pacers/) in Memphis on Jan. [it’s free to see how hollows feel](https://fadeawayworld.net/nba-media/ja-morant-sent-a-terrible-deleted-tweet-after-a-fan-called-him-p-y-whipped-its-free-to-see-how-hollows-feel)” during an online spat — and you should — Morant has had three situations in the past 10 months in which guns were purported to be part of the conversation and a fourth situation (at the mall) that was threatening in nature as well.

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Ja Morant suspended from Grizzlies for 2 games after posing with ... (Yahoo Sports)

Morant was recently at the center of an extensive Washington Post report which detailed a series of other off-court incidents.

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Ja Morant appears appears to flash gun in Instagram Live video ... (Yahoo Canada Sports)

Morant was recently at the center of an extensive Washington Post report which detailed a series of other off-court incidents.

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Nike responds to Ja Morant gun video after suspension (New York Post)

After a troubling video showed Ja Morant flashing a gun, Nike released a statement addressing the matter.

“I’m sorry to my family, teammates, coaches, fans, partners, the city of Memphis and the entire organization for letting you down,” he said. We support his prioritization of his well-being,” Nike said, [will miss two games](https://nypost.com/2023/03/04/grizzlies-ja-morant-to-miss-two-games-after-flashing-gun-in-video/) after an Instagram live video went viral of Morant at an unnamed strip club [holding up a handgun with his left hand](https://nypost.com/2023/03/04/ja-morant-allegedly-flashes-gun-at-strip-club-in-instagram-video/), the team announced on Saturday.

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