Memphis Grizzlies star Ja Morant had a tough couple of months by the end of the season. Not only was he suspended for flashing a gun on social media, but his team faced an early elimination from the playoffs as well. Morant issued a sincere public apology the first time around and had everyone convinced that he learned his lesson. However, after he repeated the same mistake, even Adam Silver was taken aback.
With Morant now down the same road that got him suspended in the first place, the NBA Commissioner finally breaks the silence on his situation.
Adam Silver gives an update on the Ja Morant situation
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When Ja Morant was caught flashing a firearm on Instagram once again, NBA Commissioner Adam Silver was seemingly ‘crushed’ – the way Silver gave his statement led Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green to point out his apparent disappointment.
Now, an update is given by Showtime?s Rachel Nichols on the impending investigation into Ja Morant?s actions. NBA Commissioner Adam Silver said, ?We’ve uncovered a fair amount of additional information.?
Adam Silver addresses the Ja Morant investigation, noting that "we've uncovered a fair amount of additional information." He said that while the league could make a ruling now, they decided along with the players' association to wait until after the NBA Finals.
— Rachel Nichols (@Rachel__Nichols) June 1, 2023
And even though the league could make a decision now, Silver also mentioned that they will be going along with the NBPA and announcing the verdict after the NBA Finals – smart move by the commissioner so as to not draw away attention from the main event of the league.
More Adam Silver on Ja Morant: “I don’t think we yet know what it will take to change his behavior.” He emphasizes the need for Morant, Grizzlies and people around him to “create better circumstances” moving forward.
— Tim MacMahon (@espn_macmahon) June 1, 2023
Adam Silver also said regarding Ja Morant, ?I don?t think we yet know what it will take to change his behavior.? He emphasized the need for ?creating better circumstances? around Morant going forward.
Even though Morant has taken a break from social media to work on himself after the incident, unfortunately, the damage has already been done. Adam Silver especially is one of the most disappointed, surely.
Morant’s controversial history
After having some of his most successful seasons in the past decade, watching the downfall of this Memphis Grizzlies star has become hard. The first time Ja Morant flashed a gun in a club on Instagram Live, the 23-year-old star served an eight-game suspension.
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The two-time All-Star even had an interview aired on television, talking about setting a better example with NBA veteran Jalen Rose.
Ja Morant sat down with @JalenRose in an exclusive interview about the incident that led to his suspension and his path forward. pic.twitter.com/t1WwL5dvrQ
— ESPN (@espn) March 15, 2023
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So, ultimately, it was heartbreaking for Adam Silver to see Morant going back on his words and repeating the same actions that landed him in trouble the first time around.
“Honestly, I was shocked when I saw this weekend — that video. Now, we’re in the process of investigating it."
NBA Commissioner Adam Silver spoke on Ja Morant after his latest video. pic.twitter.com/W0lX4E2fa4
— ESPN (@espn) May 16, 2023
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Now, with the NBA Finals underway, the league will most probably come down hard on Morant soon this time. Let?s see how things unfold for the Memphis Grizzlies star.