Ja Morant Suspended by Memphis Grizzlies

Suspension details

The Memphis Grizzlies have suspended Ja Morant for one game after a postgame confrontation following their loss to the Los Angeles Lakers. The team said the decision was made because Morant’s behavior was considered detrimental to the organization.

Sources reporting on the situation say the incident happened after the game when coach Tuomas Iisalo questioned Morant’s leadership and effort. Morant replied in a tone the team felt was inappropriate, which led to the disciplinary action.

What’s next for Morant and the team

Morant will miss the upcoming road game in Toronto against the Raptors. Before the suspension, he had played in all six of Memphis’s games this season, averaging about 20.8 points, 6.7 assists and 3.3 rebounds per contest.

Former NBA player Blake Griffin also voiced his displeasure with Morant’s attitude after the Lakers game. The Grizzlies will now move forward without their star for at least one matchup as the team addresses the internal matter.