NBA fans are calling for Ja Morant’s suspension
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“Doesn’t deserve a second chance anymore. He’s been warned and he didn’t comply.”
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The incident drew plenty of discussion on social media.
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Memphis Grizzlies point guard Ja Morant ruffled more than a few feathers in Thursday night’s 110-108 win over the Miami Heat. After receiving a warning from the NBA hours before the game not to make a gun gesture while celebrating on the court,
Ja Morant has stirred controversy online with his latest gesture. The 25-year-old appeared to make a gun gesture towards the Warriors’ bench during the Memphis Grizzlies’ 125-134
Ja Morant is once again under fire for his latest antics. Back in 2023, Morant was suspended 25 games without pay for brandishing a gun on social media
During the game, Morant made a gesture that resembled holding a firearm towards Buddy Hield. Although intended playfully, this act was met with immediate scrutiny from fans, commentators, and the NBA itself.
Ja Morant is facing calls for his suspension after the Memphis Grizzlies star pretended to point guns at Golden State Warriors players during Tuesday's loss. Morant wasn't alone in doing a 'finger ...
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The Root on MSNJa Morant Did Something Stupid Involving Guns Again, But It's Not What You Think...“A gun celebration was never a problem in the NBA until Ja Morant did it,” wrote an NBA meme page. The heat on Morant stems from his record of being suspended from 33 games for real gunplay. He was accused of brandishing a firearm in an Instagram Live video as well as brandishing one at a strip club.
The Grizzlies' star guard has some choice words on X over the recent NBA investigation over his controversial celebration.
The NBA has fined Ja Morant $75,000 over his gun gesture. Despite the financial penalty, Morant is fortunate to avoid a suspension.
After Ja Morant ended the Miami Heat's 10-game losing streak, and then disrespected rookie Kel'el Ware, the Heat aim to bounce back vs. the Milwaukee Bucks.