A scheduling hearing led to two dates being labeled as the next steps in the civil suit involving Memphis Grizzlies star Ja Morant and a fight during a July 26, 2022, pickup basketball game at the Eads home of Morant’s parents.

Circuit Court Judge Carol Chumney set Monday, July 10, for an initial hearing on legal arguments from attorneys for Morant and former high school basketball player Joshua Holloway, as well as a motion for more time from lawyers.

Morant’s attorney filed a motion to dismiss the case earlier this week, which requires a hearing within 40 days of the filing.

Morant files motion to dismiss pickup game lawsuit

In the motion to dismiss, Morant’s lawyers suggest the Grizzlies’ point guard is immune under Tennessee’s self-defense immunity statute. They argue the statute grants Morant immunity in the suit based on his use of self-defense. They also argue that he is entitled to an expedited hearing on the motion and that the case should be dismissed immediately.

A second hearing set for Monday, July 17, will hear statements from the attorneys on constitutional arguments and will include testimony from several witnesses.

The case could be resolved during either court proceeding.