Grizzlies' Ja Morant says he's 'not trying to dunk at all' after alley-oop attempt led to injury
Ja Morant, one of the NBA's preeminent aerial artists, is apparently no longer interested in high-flying dunks. On Nov. 6, the Memphis Grizzlies guard took a midair hit from Los Angeles Lakers center Christian Koloko while attempting to catch an alley-oop,
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,
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
Grizzlies' Ja Morant reveals why he's 'dead serious' about ditching dunking
Ja Morant is known as a human highlight reel in the NBA, but that may be coming to an end as he tries to prioritize his health.
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.
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 Is Seriously Avoiding Dunks Because Of Health
Ja Morant scales back his high-flying dunks, prioritizing longevity and health over highlight-reel plays to ensure long-term impact with Memphis.
Ja Morant Says Health Over Dunking
Midway through the second quarter of Tuesday’s game against the Dallas Mavericks, Ja Morant stole the ball and raced alone in a fast break. The crowd went wild expecting a ferocious dunk, but what they got was a basic,
Ja Morant Prioritizing Health Over Highlight-Reel Plays
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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 ...
Why Pacers' T.J. McConnell has worn Ja Morant's Ja 1 sneaker more than any NBA player has
Several NBA players have worn Ja Morant's Ja 1 sneakers, but no one as much as Pacers guard T.J. McConnell. The Memphis ...
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Ja Morant says Derrick Rose taught him ‘how to be a man’
Due to Morant’s suspension and injuries to both players, they shared the court together in only two games. But they built a ...
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.
Lakers Starter Wanted Revenge on Ja Morant Over 'Disrespect' to LeBron James
While the days of players getting into physical altercations on the court have dwindled, there still exists 'beef' and ...
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Grizzlies Insider: Teammates discuss Ja Morant’s unique passing ability
No one in the NBA is generating more assists on fewer passes than Ja Morant. It is a reflection of the unique skill Morant ...
Lakers Rookie Dalton Knecht Has Stern Message for Ja Morant & Grizzlies
The Denver Nuggets and Boston Celtics are treated as the Los Angeles Lakers ' biggest rivals these days, but they also have ...