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Ja Morant #12 of the Memphis Grizzlies before the game against the Detroit Pistons at FedExForum on January 06, 2022 in Memphis, Tennessee.

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Ja Morant Reacts To His Dad Sitting By His Twin

Ja Morant was the shining star of the Memphis Grizzlies on Tuesday night as the team secured a vital 111-109 victory against the Minnesota Timberwolves. This win puts the Grizzlies one triumph away from moving onto the second round of the NBA playoffs. That's a huge deal that sho

Brandon Marcus • 2 years ago

Ja Morant #12 of the Memphis Grizzlies reacts during the first half of Game One of the Western Conference First Round against the Minnesota Timberwolves at FedExForum on April 16, 2022 in Memphis, Tennessee.

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Perfect Angle Shows Ja Morant Creating His Latest Poster Dunk

Ja Morant of the Memphis Grizzlies played on Tuesday night and, once again, he left quite the impression. While the 111-109 squeaker of a victory was impressive enough, especially since it was due to Morant's last-second heroics, his dunk earlier in the game is getting a lot of atte

Brandon Marcus • 2 years ago

Ja Morant #12 of the Memphis Grizzlies looks to pass against Anthony Edwards #1 and Taurean Prince #12 of the Minnesota Timberwolves during Game Five of the Western Conference First Round NBA Playoffs at FedExForum on April 26, 2022 in Memphis, Tennessee.

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Ja Morant Is Proving He Is A Legitimate Big-Game Player

For the last three years, the stock of Memphis Grizzlies All-Star Ja Morant has been rising. In 2020 he was named the National Basketball Association's Rookie of the Year, and last year, he guided a young, still-developing team to the playoffs, where it took a game from the top-seed

Robert Marvi • 2 years ago

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Ja Morant Gave A Special Award To His Grizzlies Teammate

Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant #12 and guard Desmond Bane #22 celebrate during the first half against the Los Angeles Lakers at FedExForum on December 29, 2021 in Memphis, Tennessee.

Brandon Marcus • 2 years ago Ja Morant of the Memphis Grizzlies just won this year's NBA Most Improved Player Award. Last year, he was scoring 19.1 points a game - this year it's 27.4. Additionally, he stepped up assists and rebounds this year too, and just generally enhanced his skills in nearly every way.

Ja Morant #12 of the Memphis Grizzlies goes to the basket against Jaden McDaniels #3 of the Minnesota Timberwolves during the second half of Game One of the Western Conference First Round at FedExForum on April 16, 2022 in Memphis, Tennessee.

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Ja Morant Trolls Timberwolves After Historic Comeback

Brandon Marcus • 2 years ago

Ja Morant #12 of the Memphis Grizzlies reacts during the first half of Game One of the Western Conference First Round against the Minnesota Timberwolves at FedExForum on April 16, 2022 in Memphis, Tennessee.

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Ja Morant's Daughter Stole The Show Tuesday Night

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Ja Morant #12 of the Memphis Grizzlies guards Stephen Curry #30 of the Golden State Warriors during the second half at FedExForum on January 11, 2022 in Memphis, Tennessee.

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Ja Morant Comments On A Potential Playoff Foe

Brandon Marcus • 2 years ago

Ja Morant #12 of the Memphis Grizzlies brings the ball up court during the first half against the New Orleans Pelicans at FedExForum on April 09, 2022 in Memphis, Tennessee.

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Ja Morant Comments On Upcoming Playoff Showdown

Brandon Marcus • 2 years ago

Ja Morant #12 of the Memphis Grizzlies celebrates with teammates during the first half against the San Antonio Spurs at FedExForum on February 28, 2022 in Memphis, Tennessee.

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Ja Morant Comments On His Teammate's Award Chase

Brandon Marcus • 2 years ago

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Ja Morant Comments On His Teammate's Award Chase

Ja Morant #12 of the Memphis Grizzlies celebrates with teammates during the first half against the San Antonio Spurs at FedExForum on February 28, 2022 in Memphis, Tennessee.

Brandon Marcus • 2 years ago There is no doubt that the Memphis Grizzlies are having one of their best seasons ever. The team has come a long way in just a few seasons and is now the second team in the West with a record of 55-25. While a large part of the team's success is due to breakout…

Ja Morant #12 of the Memphis Grizzlies celebrates with teammates during the first half against the San Antonio Spurs at FedExForum on February 28, 2022 in Memphis, Tennessee.

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Can The Grizzlies Reach The NBA Finals?

Robert Marvi • 2 years ago

Ja Morant #12 of the Memphis Grizzlies talks with head coach Taylor Jenkins while playing the Detroit Pistons at Little Caesars Arena on February 10, 2022 in Detroit, Michigan. The Memphis Grizzlies won the game 132-107.

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Ja Morant Tweeted His Next Goal To Reach

Brandon Marcus • 2 years ago

Ziaire Williams #8 and Kyle Anderson #1 of the Memphis Grizzlies celebrate during the second half against the Golden State Warriors at FedExForum on March 28, 2022 in Memphis, Tennessee.

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Grizzlies Player Comments On The Andre Iguodala Hate In Memphis

Brandon Marcus • 2 years ago

Ja Morant #12 of the Memphis Grizzlies warms up before the game against the Milwaukee Bucks at FedExForum on March 26, 2022 in Memphis, Tennessee.

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Ja Morant Comments On His Team's Success Without Him

Brandon Marcus • 2 years ago

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Ja Morant Comments On His Team's Success Without Him

Ja Morant #12 of the Memphis Grizzlies warms up before the game against the Milwaukee Bucks at FedExForum on March 26, 2022 in Memphis, Tennessee.

Brandon Marcus • 2 years ago The Memphis Grizzlies are without Ja Morant but that doesn't seem to bother them one bit. Their star player is currently out right now with a tweaked knee and will be re-evaluated in two weeks. Despite not having their MVP-caliber lead player, the team is still doing serious work

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Kevin Durant Has The Ultimate Praise For Ja Morant

Ja Morant #12 of the Memphis Grizzlies drives to the basket during a game against the Orlando Magic at Amway Center on February 05, 2022 in Orlando, Florida.

Brandon Marcus • 2 years ago There is no question that Ja Morant of the Memphis Grizzlies is having a crazy season. The point guard is posting 27.6 points, 5.7 rebounds, and 6.7 assists per game. Oh, and his Grizzlies are now second in the West with a 49-23 record. Everyone knows how great Morant is - inc

Ja Morant #12 of the Memphis Grizzlies before the game against the Detroit Pistons at FedExForum on January 06, 2022 in Memphis, Tennessee.

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Ja Morant Showed Off His Future Stardom In The NCAA Tournament

Brandon Marcus • 2 years ago

Ja Morant #12 of the Memphis Grizzlies dribbles the ball to the basket in the fourth quarter of the game against the Boston Celtics at TD Garden on March 03, 2022 in Boston, Massachusetts.

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Ja Morant Had Another Must-See Dunk On Thursday

Brandon Marcus • 2 years ago

Ja Morant #12 of the Memphis Grizzlies shoots the ball against Avery Bradley #20, Malik Monk #11 and Russell Westbrook #0 of the Los Angeles Lakers during the third quarter at Crypto.com Arena on January 09, 2022 in Los Angeles, California.

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Dwyane Wade Knows Ja Morant Will Be An All-Time Great

Brandon Marcus • 2 years ago

Ja Morant #12 of the Memphis Grizzlies talks with head coach Taylor Jenkins while playing the Detroit Pistons at Little Caesars Arena on February 10, 2022 in Detroit, Michigan. The Memphis Grizzlies won the game 132-107.

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Ja Morant Is Drawing Legendary Comparisons

Brandon Marcus • 2 years ago

Ja Morant #12 of the Memphis Grizzlies celebrates with teammates during the first half against the San Antonio Spurs at FedExForum on February 28, 2022 in Memphis, Tennessee.

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Ja Morant's Daughter Had The Perfect Babysitter Monday Night

Brandon Marcus • 2 years ago

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Ja Morant's Daughter Had The Perfect Babysitter Monday Night

Ja Morant #12 of the Memphis Grizzlies celebrates with teammates during the first half against the San Antonio Spurs at FedExForum on February 28, 2022 in Memphis, Tennessee.

Brandon Marcus • 2 years ago It seems like all of the NBA world was focused on Ja Morant and the Memphis Grizzlies Monday night. Morant was on fire and scored 52 points in a career-defining game. The victory against the San Antonio Spurs was yet another example of him proving that he's easily one of the most

Ja Morant #12 of the Memphis Grizzlies drives to the basket during a game against the Orlando Magic at Amway Center on February 05, 2022 in Orlando, Florida.

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Ja Morant Helps The Grizzlies Make NBA History

Brandon Marcus • 2 years ago

Ja Morant #12 of the Memphis Grizzlies goes to the basket against the San Antonio Spurs during the first half at FedExForum on February 28, 2022 in Memphis, Tennessee.

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Ja Morant Taking Inspiration From An NBA Legend

Brandon Marcus • 2 years ago

Ja Morant #12 of the Memphis Grizzlies celebrates with teammates during the first half against the San Antonio Spurs at FedExForum on February 28, 2022 in Memphis, Tennessee.

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Ja Morant Put On A Magical Show Monday Night

Brandon Marcus • 2 years ago

Ja Morant #12 of the Memphis Grizzlies talks with head coach Taylor Jenkins while playing the Detroit Pistons at Little Caesars Arena on February 10, 2022 in Detroit, Michigan. The Memphis Grizzlies won the game 132-107.

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NBA Analyst Makes Bold Claim About The Grizzlies

Brandon Marcus • 2 years ago

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NBA Analyst Makes Bold Claim About The Grizzlies

Ja Morant #12 of the Memphis Grizzlies talks with head coach Taylor Jenkins while playing the Detroit Pistons at Little Caesars Arena on February 10, 2022 in Detroit, Michigan. The Memphis Grizzlies won the game 132-107.

Brandon Marcus • 2 years ago The Memphis Grizzlies are having an absolutely fabulous season, one of the best they've had in their history. Right now, the Grizz are third in the Western Conference with a stellar record of 41-19. There is no doubt they are going into the postseason and, according to one NBA an

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Ja Morant Gets Support From An NBA Superstar

Ja Morant #12 of the Memphis Grizzlies drives to the basket during a game against the Orlando Magic at Amway Center on February 05, 2022 in Orlando, Florida.

Brandon Marcus • 2 years ago Ja Morant of the Memphis Grizzlies is having a season that can only be described as incredible. Right now, Morant is averaging 26.8 points, 5.8 rebounds, and 6.9 assists as the team sits third in the West, higher than they have been in ages. NBA analysts and fans aren't the only

Ja Morant #12 of the Memphis Grizzlies talks with head coach Taylor Jenkins while playing the Detroit Pistons at Little Caesars Arena on February 10, 2022 in Detroit, Michigan. The Memphis Grizzlies won the game 132-107.

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Ja Morant Is Planning To Become A Legend

Brandon Marcus • 2 years ago

Ja Morant #12 of the Memphis Grizzlies reacts during the fourth quarter against the Philadelphia 76ers at Wells Fargo Center on January 31, 2022 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

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Is Ja Morant An NBA MVP Candidate?

Brandon Marcus • 2 years ago

Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant #12 points at the crowd during the game against the Los Angeles Lakers at FedExForum on December 29, 2021 in Memphis, Tennessee.

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Grizzlies Are The New Third Team In The West

Brandon Marcus • 2 years ago

Ja Morant #12 of the NBA Memphis Grizzlies reacts on the bench during the first half against the Sacramento Kings at FedExForum on November 28, 2021 in Memphis, Tennessee.

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Brian Haedrich • 2 years ago

Ja Morant #12 of the Memphis Grizzlies shoots the ball against Avery Bradley #20, Malik Monk #11 and Russell Westbrook #0 of the Los Angeles Lakers during the third quarter at Crypto.com Arena on January 09, 2022 in Los Angeles, California.

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Ja Morant Continues To Approach Superstardom

Brandon Marcus • 2 years ago

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Ja Morant Continues To Approach Superstardom

Ja Morant #12 of the Memphis Grizzlies shoots the ball against Avery Bradley #20, Malik Monk #11 and Russell Westbrook #0 of the Los Angeles Lakers during the third quarter at Crypto.com Arena on January 09, 2022 in Los Angeles, California.

Brandon Marcus • 2 years ago Ja Morant of the Memphis Grizzlies has been playing in the NBA for three seasons but he has now officially arrived. He's had terrific seasons before but it's undeniable that this is his breakout year as he helps lead the Grizz to a 28-14 record with 24.7 points, 5.7 rebounds, and 6.

Ja Morant #12 of the Memphis Grizzlies before the game against the Detroit Pistons at FedExForum on January 06, 2022 in Memphis, Tennessee.

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Are The Grizzlies True Finals Contenders?

Brandon Marcus • 2 years ago

Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant #12 points at the crowd during the game against the Los Angeles Lakers at FedExForum on December 29, 2021 in Memphis, Tennessee.

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Is Ja Morant The Best Point Guard In The NBA?

Brandon Marcus • 2 years ago

Ja Morant #12 of the Memphis Grizzlies attempts a three point basket during the third period of their game against the Charlotte Hornets at Spectrum Center on October 07, 2021 in Charlotte, North Carolina.

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Ja Morant Already Making An Early MVP Case

Lawrence Fernandez • 2 years ago

Ja Morant #12 of the Memphis Grizzlies dribbles in front of Avery Bradley #20 of the Los Angeles Lakers during a 121-118 Lakers win at Staples Center on October 24, 2021 in Los Angeles, California.

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Ja Morant Has Impressive Start In First 3 Games Of Season

Steven Kubitza • 2 years ago

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Ja Morant Has Impressive Start In First 3 Games Of Season

Ja Morant #12 of the Memphis Grizzlies dribbles in front of Avery Bradley #20 of the Los Angeles Lakers during a 121-118 Lakers win at Staples Center on October 24, 2021 in Los Angeles, California.

Steven Kubitza • 2 years ago Ja Morant is playing out of his mind for the Memphis Grizzlies at the start of the 2021-22 NBA season. He put up 37 points in a season-opening win over the Cleveland Cavaliers and has not slowed down since. Morant has 105 points through three games and the Grizzlies are 2-1. Even