Ja Morant suspended after a video where he flashes a gun goes viral. Here's what happened

Memphis Grizzlies' Ja Morant has been suspended from participating in team activities after a video posted on Instagram Live showed him allegedly flashing a gun while riding in a vehicle with others, yet again.

The Grizzlies have stated on Twitter that Morant's suspension is in effect until the League reviews the situation, and the team has no further comment on the matter. The time and location of the video where Ja Morant allegedly displayed a gun while in a vehicle with others are currently unknown.




Earlier this March, NBA had suspended Ja Morant for eight games without pay for what was deemed "conduct detrimental to the league". This came after he appeared in another Instagram Live video where he was holding a gun at a nightclub located in Glendale, Colorado, which is a suburb of Denver.

During the investigation into the March incident where Ja Morant was seen holding a gun in an Instagram Live video at a nightclub in Glendale, Colorado, the NBA determined that it could not be proven that the gun belonged to Morant, nor was it established that he brought the weapon into the nightclub or displayed it for an extended period.

Additionally, the investigation didn't unveil any evidence of him carrying a gun to the NBA facility or with the team. Meanwhile, Glendale police did not press charges against Morant for the incident.

After the Denver incident in March, Ja Morant had a meeting with NBA Commissioner Adam Silver, and they had an open discussion. Silver issued a statement calling Morant's conduct "irresponsible, reckless, and very dangerous," given his significant following and influence, especially among young fans.

Morant expressed remorse for his behaviour and promised to be more responsible, and stated that he had sought counselling to help manage stress and cope with it positively.

FAQs

1. Where is Ja Morant from?
   He was born in Dalzell, South Carolina, USA.
2. When did Ja Morant earn 'NBA All Star'?
   In 2022.