Among elite players like LeBron James, Jimmy Butler, and Kevin Durant, Ja Morant has firmly established himself as one of the NBAās brightest stars. This season, the Memphis Grizzliesā dynamic point guard has been a key factor in the teamās strong performance in the Western Conference.
With his stellar showing against the Boston Celtics, Morant helped the Grizzlies extend their impressive 16-8 record in the regular season. Despite being sidelined by injury for a few games, the 24-year-old has made a major impact in his 14 appearances, tallying 304 points so far. In the clash with Boston, Morant led all scorers with 32 points, putting on a show that highlighted his offensive prowess.
Beyond his on-court performances, Morant has opened up about his approach to scoring, particularly when it comes to his dunks. Addressing the media earlier this season, he said: āIām not trying to dunk at all. You all think Iām lying, but Iām dead serious. Sometimes, I get knocked out of the air, and a foul doesnāt get called, and now Iām out longer than I should be.ā His comments reflected his focus on staying healthy while still making the most of his explosive athleticism.
After a jaw-dropping dunk against the Celtics, Morant shared his thoughts: āI felt like if I didnāt dunk it, [Kristaps] Porzingis was going to block it. I really wanted to go for the reverse, but hey, another one.ā Despite earlier insisting he wasnāt looking to throw down a dunk, Morantās decision to do just that showed his instinctive flair for dramatic plays.
Morant talks about dunking
Itās not the first time Ja Morant has stolen the spotlight with a jaw-dropping play. Throughout the current NBA season, the Memphis Grizzlies star has delivered spectacular performances, not just through his stats, but with his iconic dunks that continue to captivate fans.
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In an interview earlier this week, Morant discussed his approach to dunking, noting the physical toll it can take. āI still hit the floor, but after the game, you might feel that little fall,ā he said. āSo, I just pick and choose, man. Hey, two points is two points. I get it done. Thatās all that matters.ā
Morantās powerful dunks have become a signature part of his game, and his highlight reel only continues to grow. A video circulating on social media showcases some of the best dunks from the Grizzliesā electrifying star, highlighting his ability to dominate the rim.
Morantās impressive stats this season
Through 14 games in the current NBA season, Morant has been instrumental in the Grizzliesā strong performance. Heās tallied 304 points, shooting 102 of 223 from the field (45.7%), 19 of 63 from beyond the arc (30.2%), and an impressive 81 of 95 from the free-throw line (85.3%).
Morant has also contributed significantly in other areas. Heās grabbed 61 rebounds (8 offensive, 53 defensive), dished out 119 assists, and recorded 14 steals, 5 blocks, and 52 turnovers.
