Ja Morant 'dead serious' about his new no-highlight dunk policy
The Memphis Grizzlies star guard no longer sees the benefit of risking injury with his trademark electrifying attacks at the rim.
Grizzlies' Ja Morant Says He's 'Not Trying to Dunk at All' to Avoid Injuries
Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant explained Tuesday why he has toned down his dunking this season. Following the Grizzlies' 121-116 loss to the
Ja Morant stopped trying to dunk, and it’s the smartest thing he could have done
Ja Morant’s aerial acrobatics made him one of the most exciting young players in basketball ever since the Memphis Grizzlies selected him with the No. 2 overall pick in the 2019 NBA Draft. Morant’s fearless approach to attacking the rim produced some of the most spectacular highlights in the league,
Why Ja Morant, Memphis Grizzlies can learn from loss to Luka Doncic, Mavs
The Memphis Grizzlies lost a 15-point fourth quarter lead against the Dallas Mavericks on Tuesday, ending their six-game winning streak.
Ja Morant Reacts to Grizzlies G League Player Scoring 51 Points
The Memphis Grizzlies have become one of the deepest teams in the NBA. While last season was derailed by injuries, that is looking to be somewhat of a blessing
Ja Morant Explained Why He’s ‘Dead Serious’ About Not Dunking Anymore
Morant is leaving the highlight dunks in the past in an effort to stay healthy after missing time earlier from a fall at the rim.
Ja Morant Prioritizing Health Over Highlight-Reel Plays
After being sidelined for most of the 2023/24 season due to a shoulder injury and missing time this fall due to thigh and hip issues, Grizzlies point Ja Morant is making his health a top priority. As Tim MacMahon of ESPN writes, that means avoiding going out of his way to make the kind of risky highlight-reel plays that could result in an injury.
Ja Morant's No-Look Pass Went Viral In Pacers-Grizzlies Game
On Sunday, the Memphis Grizzlies played the Indiana Pacers (at home). During the game, Ja Morant made an incredible pass that got a lot of views on social media. Morant finished the game with 19 points, two rebounds, eight assists, one steal and one block while shooting 6/13 from the field. Many fans reacted to his big highlight.
How Ja Morant showed dedication to improving defense in Grizzlies win vs Pelicans
Ja Morant and the Memphis Grizzlies are playing well by sacrificing and doing the little things to make the team better.
Grizzlies' Ja Morant prioritizing health over highlight dunks
Morant, who is averaging 22.0 points and 8.6 assists for the 14-8 Grizzlies, understands that fans might feel let down when he ends drives to the basket or fast breaks in routine fashion. He didn't mind Mavs fans booing his admittedly boring dunk Tuesday night.
Grizzlies' Ja Morant to sit vs. Pistons with new injury
Ja Morant suffered a new knee injury after returning from a hip injury that kept him sidelined for eight games prior.
Grizzlies' Ja Morant 'not trying to dunk at all' to avoid injuries
Morant's highlight dunks are part of what has made him a fan favorite, but the injuries are piling up for the young star.
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Ja Morant says Derrick Rose taught him ‘how to be a man’
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