The NBA has completed its investigation of Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant after Morant allegedly did a finger gun gesture during his team's 134-125 loss to the Golden State Warriors on Tuesday night.
Despite being reportedly warned by the NBA following an investigation, Ja Morant once against pulled off his gun celebration on Thursday.
Ja Morant of the Memphis Grizzlies has drawn considerable attention for a troubling gesture made during a game against the Golden State Warriors. The incident not only sparked anger and controversy on the court but has also led to a formal investigation by NBA officials.
Ja Morant is under investigation by the NBA for making a finger-gun gesture during a game against the Golden State Warriors. This comes after previous
Ja Morant took to social media to post a cryptic four-word response on X after the league launched an investigation into Morant’s gun gesture.
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Ja Morant showed off an imaginary gun. The NBA hit back with a real fine. A day after Morant again used his aiming-a-gun gesture to celebrate making a 3-pointer, the Grizzlies’ star was fined $75,000 by the league Friday.
The Grizzlies' response, particularly from substitute Pippen, indicates a supportive environment for Morant’s characteristics. However, the implications for team culture and broader league standards merit consideration—does an unchecked attitude lead to a toxic environment within sports?
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Yardbarker on MSNShould NBA ban gun celebration to avoid backlash?The NBA is reportedly investigating Buddy Hield and Ja Morant for making gun gestures at each other during the final seconds of Tuesday's Warriors-Grizzlies contest.
Warriors reserve Buddy Hield and Grizzlies star Ja Morant made gun gestures at each other late in Tuesday's game, with each receiving a technical foul.