Ja Morant was drafted second overall by the Memphis Grizzlies in the 2019 NBA Draft. During his college years with Murray State University, Morant was one of the best players across the country. He was one of only two people to have multiple triple doubles in the 2018/2019 season.
What is surprising is that Morant was never ranked by any recruiting services like ESPN, 247 sports, or Rivals. This was mainly because he was a late bloomer and his talents started developing a bit later than most.
Morant is one of the most explosive point guards in the NBA today, and is known for his posterizing dunks. His playing style is box office and must-see TV.
So far in his career, Morant has been to the playoffs three times. He has already reached as far as the Western Conference semifinals. The only problem with his game has been his durability. Since Morant is a high flier and is more air-bourne than on the ground, he sometimes lands recklessly which can cause significant injuries.
Morant is currently serving a 25-game suspension. This has left the Grizzlies being dead last in the Western Conference, racking up only two wins and losing eight. Last season, the Grizzlies were the number two seed and were a powerhouse in the West.
Ja Morant Nike Deal
Grizzlies superstar Ja Morant signed a deal with Nike, reportedly worth $12 million. Nike and Morant have been in a partnership since 2019. His first signature shoe with Nike called JA 1’s officially debuted on a Christmas day match-up against the Golden State Warriors last season. Meanwhile for the fans and the general public, it was made available on April 19, 2023.
The JA 1’s are one of best basketball shoes available. It is a bouncy shoe and is made specifically for Morant. The materials are decent but it does not affect the performance. The traction is amazing which provides a solid grip on the court.
When Morant flashed a firearm on his instagram live the first time, Nike chose to support Morant rather than canceling their partnership. Nike issued a statement saying “We appreciate Ja’s accountability and that he is taking the time to get the help he needs. We support his prioritization of his well-being.”
After just two months of his first incident, Morant was caught for the second time with a firearm alongside his friend Davonte Pack. Nike stood by Morant and issued another statement saying “We are pleased that Ja is taking accountability and prioritizing his well-being. We will continue to support him on and off the court.”
All of Morant’s fans are looking forward to seeing him on the court again and he is expected to make his 2023/24 season debut on December 19, 2023, against the New Orleans Pelicans.
FAQs
A. Morant was born in Dalzell, South Carolina, United States.
A. Morant is currently 24 years old.
A. Morant is listed at 6 feet 2 inches.
A. Morant’s father’s name is Tee Morant.
