Ja Morant, the promising young point guard for the Memphis Grizzlies, has found himself in hot water once again. From his on-court theatrics to off-court troubles, the talented player has been making headlines for all the wrong reasons. Most recently, an attorney questioned the authenticity of his extravagant diamond collection, leaving Morant speechless.
During a court hearing, Morant was taken aback when interrogated about the legitimacy of his sparkling diamond accessories as the attorney directly asked him about their authenticity, to which Morant responded in a confident yet what can only be deemed as a rude manner. While this terse reply might center on the star player’s wealth, the question regarding his attitude and approach has been catching a lot of attention.
Ja Morant was speechless when the judge asked about his diamonds
The civil trial involving NBA star Ja Morant took a surprising turn on Monday as the athlete faced tough questions regarding his behavior on and off the basketball court. Morant is currently being sued over a physical altercation that occurred during a pickup game at his Memphis-area home in July 2022.
During the trial, Rebecca Adelman, the attorney representing the opposing party, presented video evidence highlighting Morant’s aggressive style of play and explosive dunks, drawing parallels to the force with which Morant allegedly struck his opponent, Joshua Holloway. Morant, however, maintained that he struck Holloway in self-defense after a basketball was thrown at him.
Further adding to the drama was Adelman’s questioning of Morant regarding a necklace he had given to a friend and witness in the case. Adelman insinuated that the diamonds in the necklace were not authentic, to which Morant simply responded, “Well, I am a millionaire.”
Aside from this ongoing legal battle, Morant has also faced consequences for his off-court actions. The NBA recently suspended him for 25 games after he was seen brandishing a firearm on a live stream, marking the second such incident. Morant’s previous suspension came after he displayed a gun at a strip club in Colorado.
As the trial continues, the outcome remains uncertain, but it is clear that Morant’s actions are under intense scrutiny and the star has missed a lot of games alongside paychecks.
How much money Ja Morant lost from 25-game suspension?
The consequences of Ja Morant’s recent 25-game suspension without pay have come to light, revealing the significant financial hit he will take. The Memphis guard is expected to lose a staggering $7.6 million due to the disciplinary action, a result of his repeated mistake.
Ja Morant, previously fined $668,659 for his first offense related to a social media video featuring a gun, now faces a much more substantial financial penalty for this repeat offense. The severity of the situation is compounded by the fact that he had recently signed a lucrative five-year rookie maximum extension, which would have seen his income rise to $33.5 million by the 2023-24 season.
However, with his current suspension, Morant’s salary will be reduced to approximately $25.9 million. The loss of $7.6 million will undoubtedly have a significant impact on his finances and future financial planning.
Losing over $7 million in salary will serve as a constant reminder of the ramifications of his repeated mistakes. And as it remains to be seen how Morant will rebound from this setback, fans will hope he can get back to his best and out of all troubles.
