Ja Morant has once again taken the basketball world by storm. In a recent NBA game, the Memphis Grizzlies’ star guard delivered a jaw-dropping dunk over San Antonio Spurs sensation, Victor Wembanyama, leaving fans and analysts buzzing. Among the many voices praising Morant’s performance, sports television personality Stephen A. Smith offered a comparison that elevated the conversation to legendary status.
In a recent episode of First Take, Smith weighed in on Morant’s highlight-reel dunk over Wemby, even though the play was nullified due to a whistle. When asked for his thoughts, the analyst confidently responded:
A taller, slightly bigger elevated version of Allen Iverson. That’s the athleticism that Ja Morant brings to the table.” He further added, “The Memphis Grizzlies are 26-15, they’re 11 games over .500, they’re a top three seed in the western conference. And even though he’s missed a few games, make no mistake it’s because it’s Ja Morant, cause they know he’s back. And when he’s back, they know they got a chance. It’s not just about his greatness. It’s about how he elevates those brothers around him.
Smith’s comparison to Allen Iverson, coupled with his praise for Morant’s ability to uplift his teammates, underscores just how special the Grizzlies’ star truly is. However, Morant’s earlier claim about altering his playing style to avoid injuries seems to have been thrown out the window, and the fans are all for it. As the 2024-25 NBA season moves forward, one question lingers in fans’ minds: Can Ja Morant lead his team to claim this season’s championship?
How is Ja Morant performing so far?
The Grizzlies have played 41 matches in the ongoing 2024-25 NBA season, out of which they have won 26 and lost 15, propelling them to second place in the southwest division. However, out of these 41 matches, Morant has only played 24 games. His season has been a rough year for Morant as he had to suffer from a lot of injuries, which led him to change his approach to his games.
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Currently, Morant has been averaging 21.4 points, 4.3 rebounds, and 7.5 assists per game, and with the star back in his old form, the fans can’t wait to see if Ja Morant can take his team to this season’s Championship.
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