Ja Morant has always been a player who keeps fans on the edge of their seats. With his electrifying performances and high-flying style of play, the Memphis Grizzlies’ star has created countless viral highlights. Whenever he steps on the court, fans expect nothing less than jaw-dropping moments. But times seem to be changing.
Following a recent game against the Dallas Mavericks, where he left some fans feeling let down, Morant opened up about his mindset this season, offering a glimpse into a surprising shift in his approach to the game.
Ja Morant wants to say goodbye to dunks?
The Grizzlies recorded their eighth loss of the ongoing NBA season against the Mavericks today. But the Grizzlies fans were disappointed for completely different reasons, as during the game their star, Ja Morant, let them down. During the match, a moment occurred when there was no one between the rim and Morant, and with his history fans knew he was just going to dunk it in a way that would send shockwaves in the whole arena. But that didn’t happen at all as the Grizzlies’ star point guard finished it with a basic two-hand dunk, which resulted in fans booing the 6’2 foot guard.
In a post-game interview with ESPN, Morant opened up about what happened at that moment. He said:
I’m not trying to dunk at all. Y’all think I’m lying. I’m dead serious. Sometimes I get knocked out the air and [a foul] don’t get called, and now I’m out longer than what I’m supposed to be. Sometimes the foul might get called, I still hit the floor, but after the game you might feel that little fall. So I just pick and choose, man. Hey, two points is two points. I get it done. That’s all that matters.”
Morant’s comments reveal his new approach, focused on longevity and avoiding unnecessary risk. While fans may have felt disappointed, it’s clear that Morant is prioritizing his health. But why has the high-flying guard decided to take this more cautious route?
Why Ja Morant is playing it safe?
Ja Morant has faced his fair share of injuries throughout his career, and last month, an awkward fall forced him to miss eight games due to a hip injury. This led to a posterior hip subluxation and pelvic strains. And this recent injury is likely a key reason behind Morant’s decision to adjust his playing style and be more cautious moving forward to protect his long-term health.
While the fans may miss the jaw-dropping dunks, ultimately, Morant’s health and longevity are the most important priorities for both him and the Grizzlies moving forward.
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