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Memphis Grizzlies star Ja Morant has emerged as the one of most controversial NBA stars in the recent times. The 23-year-old star engaged in multiple controversies in the last season alone. The issues range from on-court beef to gun possession off the court. Even after multiple disciplinary actions taken on him, Morant continued to end up in trouble. Incidentally, after the announcement of a hefty fine and a long suspension, the star seemed to have gone low profile in the offseason. However, a $10 million worth DJ recently trashed the star for the gun controversy in an interview.

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It all started in a strip club for Morant, when he flashed a gun during an IG live. Even though the league took immediate action by suspending him for 8 games. When the buzz around the controversy boiled down, he did it again. However, this time around the league didn’t spare him easily. The league announced a 25-game suspension and a hefty $7.6 million fine. Months after the announcement, DJ Akademiks has made a harsh comment on the star.

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DJ Akademiks trashes Ja Morant

In a recent podcast interview with the VLADTV, DJ Akademiks spoke extensively about Ja Morant and the gun controversy. Straight off the bat, he said, “We need ******* like Ja Morant in the military,” leaving the host burst into laughter. He further continued to trash talk on the NBA All-Star, saying he went to the wrong draft instead of military draft.

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Moreover, the DJ went on to give a career suggestion to the Grizzlies star. He later added, “His [Morant] idea of being cool is plain and waving around guns.” He further suggested enrolling him in the military and stressed that the NBA may not be the right choice for the star. Akamemiks then said, “He’s in the wrong NBA,” once again leaving the host to split into laughter.

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He further warned the point guard not to crash out on all his money falling into trouble.

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However, the tide seemed to have changed in Ja Morant’s case, as he remained almost inactive on social media since the last controversy.

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Will Ja Morant rise up in the upcoming season?

The Grizzlies have two new additions in the offseason, namely Marcus Smart and Derrick Rose. While Morant remained inactive on social media up until Rose’s inclusion on the team, he tweeted an edited image on Twitter. The star’s low-key public profile has induced promising signs among fans, as they expect the star to bounce back in the upcoming season.

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Do you think Ja Morant will repeat his mistakes in the upcoming season? Let us know your thoughts in the comments.

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Shahul Hameed is a Senior NBA Writer at EssentiallySports. Armed with a Master's Degree in journalism from a distinguished institute, his journey into sports writing began during his college days, and since then, Shahul has been captivated not only by the remarkable consistency of Stephen Curry but also by the enduring legacy of LeBron James. He specializes in covering the live basketball action. When games aren’t on, beyond covering trade rumors and match reports, Shahul actively engages with fan bases, ensuring he is attuned to the ever-changing NBA landscape. His dedication to his craft finds an equal match in his admiration for the storytelling and cinematic brilliance of Quentin Tarantino, David Fincher, and Wes Anderson.

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