During his 25-game suspension at the start of the 2023-2024 season, Ja Morant has maintained a low profile, earning appreciation from the Memphis Grizzlies, according to team sources.
Despite his absence from official games, Morant has been observed attending high school basketball games in the Memphis area and a late November concert.
Derrick Rose commended Morant’s work ethic, describing him as a dedicated individual who never complains. Rose expressed pride in Morant’s commitment, highlighting his early and late presence at team-related activities such as shootarounds and practices.
Rose also noted Morant’s ability to create a positive environment, evidenced by the lack of negative publicity surrounding him.
“He’s a hardworking motherf—er. I know that,” Derrick Rose told ESPN. “I’m proud of him, very proud of him. Never complains. He’s there early, there after, at shootaround, practices.
“He’s doing everything the team wants him to do, and I’m just happy that he’s creating his own reality and his own bubble. You can just see it. You haven’t heard anything about him. And that’s a great thing.”
Team sources revealed that Kevin Helms, the Grizzlies’ head of team security, has primarily shadowed Morant during this period, underscoring the team’s emphasis on Morant’s well-being and adherence to team expectations.
Grizzlies' Sources Appreciate How Ja Morant Has Handled Himself During Suspension https://t.co/huTWDDnAoK
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