Wherever it goes from here, Ja Morant’s story is only beginning
Despite troubles, Grizzlies star still has a chance to leave a strong legacy
Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant, foreground, reacts in the second half of an NBA basketball game against the Phoenix Suns Jan. 16 in Memphis. (Brandon Dill/AP Photo file)
While Ja Morant’s image has taken a hit, experts say a forgiving public when it comes to sports figures gives him plenty of opportunity to change the narrative.
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Don Wade
Don Wade has been a Memphis journalist since 1998 and he has won awards for both his sports and news/feature writing. He is originally from Kansas City and is married with three sons.
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