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Ja Morant has been banned for eight games by the NBA after a video emerged of him holding a gun in a nightclub. AP New York: Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant was suspended eight games without pay by the NBA on Wednesday after streaming a video of himself holding a gun while intoxicated at a nightclub. Morant, speaking to ESPN after his ban was announced, said he feels “mentally good” and added, “I feel like I deserve that punishment for my mistakes and what I did.” Morant, banned for “conduct detrimental to the league,” missed his sixth game on Wednesday after undergoing counseling and therapy…

LeBron James has been out for the past two weeks as he’s dealt with a right foot injury, and there appears to be both good news and bad news as he worked toward a recovery. The good news, according to The Athletic’s Shams Charania on The Rally, is that James’ right foot is feeling a lot better, and that he’s been seen shooting free throws for the first time since his injury. The bad news, however, is that there is still no concrete timetable for him to return, and that he’s still a ways away. The Lakers reportedly believe that he will need a…

DALLAS (AP) – The Memphis Grizzlies aren’t saying when star point guard Ja Morant will return with one game remaining in a four-game sabbatical the team said he needed to deal with personal issues. Morant was away from the team for a fifth consecutive game on Monday night, a 104-88 victory over Dallas that gave the Grizzlies a sweep of a home-and-home set with the Mavericks. Citing unidentified sources, ESPN reported during the game that Morant has entered a counseling program in Florida. Coach Taylor Jenkins declined to comment on that report. “Outside of what I´ve said in the past,…

As an Ohio-born basketball phenom recognized throughout much of the world, LeBron Raymone James Jr.’s teenage years share a lot in common with his famous father’s. Bronny, as he’s known, has been a celebrity for nearly as long as LeBron, having been born in 2004 as the elder James was embarking on his illustrious NBA career with the Cleveland Cavaliers. And as he’s grown from LeBron’s adorable sidekick into one of the most prized college recruits in the country, 18-year-old Bronny has become a product spokesman, endorsing the same brands that already pay his father: Nike, Beats by Dre. But with his highly-anticipated…

As a whole, the New York Knicks seem to be a team on the rise considering their 9-1 record over their last 10 outings and their sole possession of the Eastern Conference’s fifth seed with an overall record of 39-28. However, when it comes to veteran guard Derrick Rose, some believe that his time in the NBA may be coming to an end rather soon. In a recent sit-down with Heavy Sports’ NBA Insider Sean Deveney, an anonymous Eastern Conference GM discussed the veteran guard’s decision to not request a buyout from the organization following this year’s trade deadline and pondered on…

Derrick Rose remains a solid player in the NBA, and many teams could use a player like him this season. For instance, the defending champions were reportedly interested in making a move for him should the New York Knicks decide to cut him. “Not that surprised he did not get a buyout, no. The team option for next year complicated things a little bit, and he also just did not want to leave that situation. He likes Thibs. He likes [the] New York [Knicks]. But it raises the question of what is next for him because everything was laid…

The Golden State Warriors have played some spirited games against the Memphis Grizzlies over the past year, and some have even said the two teams have a budding rivalry. Stephen Curry has not felt that. After the Warriors defeated the Phoenix Suns on Monday night, Curry was asked by a reporter if there is a “feud or rivalry” between Golden State and the Grizzlies. The two-time NBA MVP thought for a few moments before giving an honest response. “I don’t want to be short, but no,” Curry said. “It’s just a team that is tough to beat. They’re really talented.…

The Golden State Warriors have been the most dominant force in the NBA for the last decade. They’ve won four of the last eight championships, and all with the same core. Stephen Curry, Klay Thompson, and Draymond Green have led the way for Golden State. At 35 years old, it’s safe to say that he’s entering the final chapter of his career. Despite that, he’s played at an MVP level when healthy this season. Curry recently spoke with Marc J. Spears of Andscape about how he’s maintained his ability to play at his age, as well as his plans moving forward. Two…

Ja Morant announced the launch of his first signature shoe with a heartwarming video on Sunday, as he enlisted the help of his daughter Kaari to unveil the new sneaker. In the clip, Morant is sitting on a wooden bench as Kaari comes over and hands him a wrapped shoebox. ‘Got daddy a gift?’ he asks. Ja Morant’s daughter Kaari runs over to give her dad a wrapped shoebox in the video Ja Morant opened the box to reveal his new signature shoe, the Ja 1s, in the sweet video With Kaari’s help, Morant opens the box to reveal a…

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) – After a young Memphis Grizzlies fan had her prized basketball stolen, Ja Morant jumped in to ease the anguish. Ellie Hughes, an 11-year-old Grizzlies fan, was trying to get Morant’s attention for an autograph at Monday’s game against San Antonio when two people swiped her special ball. Hughes, of Forrest City, Arkansas, had collected players´ signatures on the ball for the past six years. Hearing of her plight through social media, Morant reached out to her family, invited her to Wednesday night’s rematch against the Spurs and then gave her his game-worn jersey and Ja 1…

Oct 21, 2022; New York, New York, USA; New York Knicks guard Derrick Rose (4) in action against the Detroit Pistons during the fourth quarter at Madison Square Garden. It’s safe to say Derrick Rose will finish the season with the New York Knicks. Rose remained with the Knicks past the March 1 artificial buyout market deadline. If Rose gets bought out, he will no longer be eligible to suit up in the playoffs for a new team. The Phoenix Suns reportedly wanted to sign him if the Knicks bought him out. Despite another clamor from the soldout Garden crowd, Rose did…

Mar 5, 2020; San Francisco, California, USA; Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (30) during the first quarter of the game against the Toronto Raptors at Chase Center. The Golden State Warriors have played some spirited games against the Memphis Grizzlies over the past year, and some have even said the two teams have a budding rivalry. Stephen Curry has not felt that. After the Warriors defeated the Phoenix Suns on Monday night, Curry was asked by a reporter if there is a “feud or rivalry” between Golden State and the Grizzlies. The two-time NBA MVP thought for a…

At the 2006 IHSA Class AA state basketball tournament, Derrick Rose and Simeon defeated Patrick Beverley and Marshall in the semifinals en route to respective first- and third-place finishes. Beverley moved on to Arkansas and, after a three-year stint playing overseas, an 11-year NBA career that has led him back to his hometown Chicago Bulls. Rose and Simeon repeated as IHSA state champions in 2007 before Rose played one season at Memphis and returned home to the Bulls as the No. 1 overall pick in 2008. Asked to reflect upon the significance of that game following Monday’s practice at the Advocate…

Game 6 of the 2022 NBA Finals took place nine months ago, but Warriors star Steph Curry remembers it like it was yesterday — the hard-fought battle, the final seconds and, of course, the tears. In an exclusive interview on the latest episode of “Dubs Talk,” Curry explained to NBC Sports Bay Area’s Kerith Burke and Monte Poole what went through his mind as he celebrated Golden State’s championship win over the Boston Celtics on the TD Garden floor. “It was releasing the pressure that we put on ourselves, the work that went into it, the patience that went into it,”…

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) – Memphis Grizzlies star Ja Morant returned to action Saturday night against the New Orleans Pelicans after missing nine games with right knee soreness. The point guard, the team scoring leader at 27.6 points a game, was announced in the starting lineup shortly before the game. Morant´s return gives Memphis an opportunity to have its starters play together before the playoffs. Memphis holds the second seed in the Western Conference. Morant, who was listed as questionable in the pregame injury report, hadn´t played since injuring the knee March 18 at Atlanta. During that span, the Grizzlies were…

Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James was seen taking free throws in a sign that he is on the mend from a foot injury. Just before Tuesday night’s game between the Lakers and the New Orleans Pelicans, ESPN reporter Dave McMenamin shot video of James putting up shots. James has been out of action for a while after suffering a tendon injury in his right foot last month. LeBron was ruled out for a number of weeks and he was spotted traveling with the team, but wearing a protective walking boot. Recently, in a game against the New York Knicks on Sunday, James was seen without…

Tuesday, February 7, 2023, was technically NBA star and Los Angeles Laker LeBron James’s night. Late in the third quarter against the Oklahoma City Thunder, James recorded his 38,388th career point—the most in league history, surpassing a record Kareem Abdul-Jabbar held for over four decades. All eyes were on King James. That is, until his high school sweetheart and wife Savannah James appeared before the cameras. Photos of Mrs. James, beaming with pride and dressed in a cream pinstripe suit, soon flooded social media. And amid the countless comments congratulating her husband, a chorus of praise was heaped upon her—both for her…

A week on from making history, LeBron James has admitted he still can’t believe that he is the all-time leading points scorer in the NBA. The King made an emotional post on Instagram on Tuesday night, which read: ‘Last week messed around and got a triple.. I mean a Scoring Record! Man what!!! This is still not hitting me yet. So surreal!! Wow wow wow man!! ‘To all my fans who captured that moment there inside Crypto Arena that night ( YOU’RE AMAZING & THANK YOU) and to all my fans all over the United States and The World ( YOU’RE AMAZING & THANKYOU). The…

Golden State Warriors guard Steph Curry had some words for Phoenix Suns point guard Chris Paul. Even without the likes of Kevin Durant, stars filled the lineup for the Phoenix Suns and Golden State Warriors in their final matchup of the 2022-23 regular season. Players such as Steph Curry, Klay Thompson, Devin Booker and Chris Paul were just a few names to take the court in a matchup of Pacific Division powers. Each meeting between the two teams is normally good for a memorable moment or two. Monday night was no different. Golden State reached up to a 25-point lead…

Rose wore these shoes at the 2011 All-Star Game.1 of 5Adidas2 of 5Adidas Last seen in 2020, Derrick Rose‘s 2011 All-Star Game sneaker is making its way back into the 2023 rotation. Adidas (XETRA:ADS.DE -2.47%) is bringing back the D Rose 1 “All-Star” in Restomod form to kick off the Spring season. The shoe comes constructed in a mixture of materials, mostly a blend of mesh and perforated leather across the upper. Paying homage to Rose’s high school alma mater, Simeon Academy of Chicago, the shoe is dressed in team yellow and royal blue hues. With a bright yellow upper, the royal blue helps…

Here, we have a profile for Ja Morant that details information about his playing career, as well as his sponsors, brand endorsements, achievements, investments, notable honours and charity work. About Temetrius Jamel “Ja” Morant was born on August 10, 1999, in Dalzell, South Carolina. He played for Murray State at college level and was then drafted by the Memphis Grizzlies in 2019 as the second overall pick. He was instantly appointed as the starting point guard, and he didn’t disappoint. He started putting in solid numbers and became a big attraction in the West with his flashy plays. Morant is always…

As one of the most successful and highest-paid athletes of all time, LeBron James has used his fame and fortune to help those in need. Over the years, the basketball superstar has made generous donations to many charitable organizations, from his hometown of Akron, Ohio to the global community. From donating millions of dollars to help fight poverty and homelessness to establishing a college tuition fund for underprivileged children, LeBron James has donated an estimated $42.4 million to various causes. His philanthropic efforts have impacted countless lives and are a testament to his commitment to giving back to those in need. A…

Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant blew $50,000 and drooled over a stripper giving him a lap dance at the same strip club where he flashed a gun two days later, according to a report. The NBA hotshot has been in the headlines for all the wrong reasons in recent weeks with his latest controversy earning him a suspension for filming himself with a gun in a Colorado strip club on Instagram live on March 4. It has now been revealed that the 23-year-old also attended the raunchy Shotgun Willie’s in Glendale, Colorado just 48 hours earlier and splashed the cash during the two-day…

LeBron James is appearing to progress from the foot injury he suffered vs. the Mavericks on February 26, as he showed up to watch the Lakers face the Knicks without his walking boot on. James was spotted with the boot last week as his team took on the Warriors, and after taking a week away from the team, it looks like he’s on track to return to the court later this month. ‘Everything is going according to plan,’ Lakers coach Darvin Ham said, according to ESPN’s Dave McMenamin. Under the timeline the Lakers provided earlier this month, James wouldn’t be expected to…