Ja Morant Slapped With NBA Suspension After Social Media Behavior Crosses The Line

Memphis Grizzlies star Ja Morant has been in the headlines once again after an Instagram Live video in May 2023. According to CNN, during the broadcast (on someone else's account), Morant reportedly flashed a gun to viewers while in a vehicle with other passengers. The video quickly circulated online. 

The Grizzlies posted their statement on Twitter, sharing, "We are aware of the social media video involving Ja Morant. He is suspended from all team activities pending League review. We have no further comment at this time." NBA spokesperson Mike Bass also acknowledged the NBA is also in the loop, per ESPN. He said, "We are aware of the social media post involving Ja Morant and are in the process of gathering more information." Morant's reps have yet to comment on the suspension.

This latest incident comes mere months after Morant was suspended for eight games without pay in March 2023 after an Instagram Live video showed the Grizzlies star holding a gun in a club. After meeting with NBA Commissioner Adam Silver, Morant shared a statement expressing his remorse at the time. "I take full responsibility for my actions ... I'm sorry to my family, teammates, coaches, fans, partners, the city of Memphis, and the entire organization for letting you down," he said. Silver had also shared that Morant's "conduct was irresponsible, reckless, and potentially very dangerous." However, the commissioner added that Morant "made it clear to me that he has learned from this incident."

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