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Topic: Ja Morant
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March 2023
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Morant expresses regret to family, team in full ESPN interview
In the full interview, Ja Morant said the negative publicity has been tough on him because he knows that his parents raised him right.
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Ja Morant expresses remorse in ESPN interview, return plans in place
Memphis Grizzlies coach Taylor Jenkins addresses what’s next for the team’s star point guard.
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Ja Morant suspended eight games by NBA, can return to team March 20
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Herrington: Morant’s coming back. Let’s hope he’s ready.
This is perhaps the biggest young star in the NBA, subject to a league gun investigation twice in five weeks. It’s a red alarm issue far beyond Memphis.
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Ja Morant suspended eight games by NBA, can return to team March 20
The NBA’s investigation did not conclude that the weapon belonged to Morant, nor was it brought by him into the nightclub or displayed by him “beyond a brief period.”
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Grizzlies podcast: David Roddy on the rise
Drew Hill and Chris Herrington discuss the recent success of David Roddy, and where he fits with the Grizzlies moving forward.
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Report: With his return still undecided, Ja Morant enters counseling program
The timeline for star point guard Ja Morant’s return to the Grizzlies remains in question.
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Grizzlies Podcast: Reacting to Ja Morant’s ‘suspension,’ Brandon Clarke’s injury
With Chris Herrington in Memphis and Drew Hill on the road with the team in Los Angeles, this Grizzlies Podcast reacts to one of the busiest periods of Grizzlies news in recent memory, and an unprecedented moment for the franchise.
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Jenkins: Morant issue ‘came to a head’ in Denver
“We’ve had conversations in the past trying to guide him and help him continue to evolve as a person and a player,” said Grizzlies head coach Taylor Jenkins.
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Colorado police: No charges on Ja Morant video incident
The Glendale PD investigated the incident and “was not able to determine that probable cause existed for the filing of any charges,” the department said.
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Ja Morant ‘to remain away’ for next four games, Grizzlies say
The Memphis Grizzlies point guard has been away from the team since Saturday, March 4.
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Danny Green comments on Grizzlies' handling of Ja Morant situation
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Sanford: This heartbroken Ja Morant fan is hopeful for an all-star comeback
Memphis needs a feel-good story, a redemption story, of overcoming stumbles, our pain and our negative national image. We need Ja Morant to bring his moves back to the Grindhouse soon and break ankles — not hearts.
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Danny Green comments on Grizzlies’ handling of Ja Morant situation
Danny Green, who was traded from Memphis to Houston last month, discussed the situation Wednesday.
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Report: Colorado police investigating Ja Morant video
The NBA also is investigating a video that appeared to show the Memphis Grizzlies guard with a firearm inside of a nightclub Saturday morning.
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Herrington: Thoughts on Ja Morant’s absence, and Brandon Clarke’s
Grizzlies Insider: Jaren Jackson Jr., other teammates voice support for Ja Morant
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Grizzlies Insider: Jaren Jackson Jr., other teammates voice support for Ja Morant
The Memphis Grizzlies next play the Lakers in Los Angeles.
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Herrington: Thoughts on Ja Morant’s absence, and Brandon Clarke’s
The magnitude of the Morant news has overshadowed a gutting injury to Brandon Clarke, who suffered a torn Achilles at Denver on Friday night.
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Calkins: Morant is sorry? That’s a good start.
It’s easy to be skeptical about Ja Morant’s statement of apology. But it represents an important first. He never before has accepted responsibility for his actions. Now maybe there’s a shot he will change.
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Calkins: It’s time to put down the gun, Ja. And to put down the act.
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Calkins: It’s time to put down the gun, Ja. And to put down the act.
Nike produced a Ja Morant shoe because he is “a real leader” for “the NBA, for basketball and for the city of Memphis.” Morant’s latest Instagram live video makes a mockery of those words. It is time for Morant to put down the gun and put down the tough-guy act. Here’s hoping he realizes that, at long last.
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Grizzlies announce Ja Morant will be ‘away from team’ for at least two games
Ja Morant will not be on the court for the Grizzlies until at least their next home game, Thursday against the Golden State.
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Ja Morant apologizes for gun video amid NBA inquiry
The Memphis Grizzlies star was shown in a nightclub on Instagram Live.
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Grizzlies star Ja Morant will wear protective mask for ‘weeks’
Memphis point guard suffered a nasal fracture going for a steal against the Houston Rockets on Wednesday.
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Grizzlies players on The Ringer’s Top 100 with Rob Mahoney
On this bonus edition of the Grizzlies Podcast, Chris Herrington is joined by The Ringer’s Rob Mahoney.
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Ja Morant involved in mall altercation last summer
Morant and up to nine people came to the mall after the mother of someone in Morant’s group was involved in a verbal confrontation with a Finish Line employee, according to the police report. Mall security asked Morant to leave the parking lot, and the incident escalated.
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Taylor Jenkins, Ja Morant speak on NBA probe of Morant acquaintances
A report from The Athletic states that Ja Morant’s acquaintances confronted members of the Pacers’ traveling party near the team’s bus in the loading area of FedExForum after the Grizzlies’ Jan. 29 victory.
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Ja Morant partners with Powerade for new commercial
Ja Morant stars in a new commercial for Powerade, which is set for a brand relaunch in 2023.
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