The Memphis Grizzlies have suspended guard Ja Morant from all team activities pending a review by the NBA after a video surfaced on social media of him appearing to hold a gun. This is the second time Morant has been seen on social media holding what appears to be a gun, and the Grizzlies released a statement Sunday morning that they were aware of the video. Morant is a two-time All-Star and the reigning NBA Rookie of the Year, averaging 19.2 points, 7.3 assists, and 3.5 rebounds per game this season.
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NBA Commissioner Adam Silver has suspended Memphis Grizzlies point guard Ja Morant for eight games without pay following an incident in which he was seen on social media brandishing a gun in a Colorado club. The Glendale Police Department conducted an investigation, but was unable to determine that probable cause existed for the filing of any charges. The suspension will cost Morant over $400,000 in salary.
Ja Morant, star player for the Memphis Grizzlies, is taking time away from the team after a video of him appearing to hold a gun was posted to Instagram Live. He has apologized and is taking time away to focus on his well-being, with the Grizzlies expressing their support. The NBA has yet to comment on the incident, and it is unclear if Morant will face any disciplinary action.
Ja Morant, guard for the Memphis Grizzlies, is facing disciplinary action from the NBA after a video surfaced of him holding what appeared to be a gun at a nightclub in Denver, Colorado. The Grizzlies have announced that Morant will be away from the team for at least two games while the NBA investigates the incident. Morant has issued an apology and is taking time away to get help.