How a bag of chips and a tractor tire helped Ja Morant become an NBA lottery lock | E:60

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  • Ja Morant might seem like an obvious draft pick now -- he's projected to go No. 2 overall to the Memphis Grizzlies in the 2019 NBA draft. But the former Murray State point guard spent much of his high school and college years being overlooked. In fact, his basketball talent might have gone entirely undiscovered if not for a tractor tire and a bag of chips. E:60’s Clinton Yates sits down with the 19-year-old to uncover the details of his unusual -- and sudden -- path to the center of the basketball conversation.
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  • @timothyahalley5064
    @timothyahalley5064 5 ปีที่แล้ว +9574

    athletes like Ja really highlight just how poor our scouting system can be in this country. thank god he was found

    • @jacobpoole3675
      @jacobpoole3675 5 ปีที่แล้ว +248

      kinda fucked honestly

    • @majcry4188
      @majcry4188 5 ปีที่แล้ว +537

      Yeah, and who knows, there could be a player someone who has/had pote tial to be the goat and will never be found.

    • @geraldn51
      @geraldn51 5 ปีที่แล้ว +89

      Or circumstance/choices ruin it. Ever see 'Rebound:The legend of Earl Manigualt'? That's where the term The Goat probably came from.

    • @jaydendhaliwal8238
      @jaydendhaliwal8238 5 ปีที่แล้ว +281

      Timothy A Halley they really just look for size and athleticism nowadays. I think there mentality is that they can make these raw kids develop skills which makes sense but sucks for the kids that aren’t as genetically gifted but work there ass off.

    • @Libturd
      @Libturd 5 ปีที่แล้ว +72

      And also to keep working when u never get noticed. His name didnt get called so he got back to work. And someone saw that.

  • @LGib01
    @LGib01 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4118

    Ja’s big dunk was the real life version of A.I.’s dunk over Corey in 2K

    • @jock8015
      @jock8015 5 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      Lukas G ong😂😂

    • @epg581
      @epg581 5 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      So true 😂😂

    • @15ksubsfordonuts56
      @15ksubsfordonuts56 5 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      He reminds me of my player 6ft2 slasher playmaker

    • @Big_x-mw2zx
      @Big_x-mw2zx 5 ปีที่แล้ว +48

      @@15ksubsfordonuts56 stfu

    • @cartercamacho4749
      @cartercamacho4749 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      facts

  • @Niggalodeon323
    @Niggalodeon323 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2748

    that’s a good dad right there 😢

    • @SillyCatCentral
      @SillyCatCentral 3 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      Thought i would just be the first reply

    • @xbp7318
      @xbp7318 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      @@SillyCatCentral I was seven minutes late

    • @casualsweater
      @casualsweater 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      My father was always more late than that 7 minutes picking me up.

    • @v3rtigo978
      @v3rtigo978 3 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      Your name kills me brother

    • @Tony-ic4lg
      @Tony-ic4lg 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @Luis Cabrera same lol

  • @isaacciriacoo
    @isaacciriacoo 4 ปีที่แล้ว +740

    Every kid’s dream, to be randomly practicing and a scout notices you and signs you😭

    • @tinbin7
      @tinbin7 3 ปีที่แล้ว +121

      when you be hooping at your front yard then a car pasts and you start showing off hoping its a scout

    • @imraangill5630
      @imraangill5630 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      @@tinbin7 so accurate

    • @ballin1006
      @ballin1006 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@tinbin7 so true

    • @staysolidshades254
      @staysolidshades254 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Romans 10:9 because, if you confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved.d

    • @zaydagoat9443
      @zaydagoat9443 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@staysolidshades254 Amen

  • @ahmedmahdi3228
    @ahmedmahdi3228 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5186

    Respect to his dad 💯 you can go big places when you have a support system around you

    • @probablyDae5832
      @probablyDae5832 5 ปีที่แล้ว +119

      It's either the support you fulfill your dreams or they don't and you prove them wrong.

    • @ahmedmahdi3228
      @ahmedmahdi3228 5 ปีที่แล้ว +38

      No Its Patrick couldn’t agree more 💯

    • @Eighty5iveprod
      @Eighty5iveprod 5 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      Nigga. U can go big places when ur taller then most ppl.....his dad was just the spark.

    • @Grunjii
      @Grunjii 5 ปีที่แล้ว +50

      Ahmed Mahdi I know right his dad built a whole court and cooked for the whole team

    • @ahmedmahdi3228
      @ahmedmahdi3228 5 ปีที่แล้ว +40

      Ant B that’s my point. A lot of people don’t have that spark, but Ja’s dad was, and look where it got him

  • @SJck175
    @SJck175 5 ปีที่แล้ว +10069

    Only thing he has to work on is his landings🤦🏾‍♂️, i dont want another derrick rose story😢💀, he’s so explosive

    • @samlite7588
      @samlite7588 5 ปีที่แล้ว +273

      so true

    • @Mafiavelli
      @Mafiavelli 5 ปีที่แล้ว +180

      💯 ima cry

    • @majcry4188
      @majcry4188 5 ปีที่แล้ว +229

      Yeah I saw it in the video and instantly thought of Klays injury, he landed exactly like him.

    • @Libturd
      @Libturd 5 ปีที่แล้ว +94

      Yea after so many injuries, all of the landings in this videos got me spooked

    • @osas5211
      @osas5211 5 ปีที่แล้ว +43

      Majcry nah Klay’s was lack of focus, he wasn’t paying attention to his landing but instead the ball

  • @Max-gn9tg
    @Max-gn9tg 4 ปีที่แล้ว +215

    Shout to his DAD! He could have said “son you’re only 5’7” maybe basketball is not your thing” Instead he trains him and builds him up to the point where this guy is the NBA R.O.Y!!!!??? DAAAM!!!! Happy Fathers Day🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥💪🏾💪🏾💪🏾💪🏾

  • @epictnt
    @epictnt 3 ปีที่แล้ว +129

    Shout out to his DAD man. Gave his son everything he could to get him there. The smile on that dudes face in the photo when his Ja committed to Murray St. was priceless. That's about as happy and proud as a human being could possibly be. Well deserved. Good job dad!

    • @TrillBill
      @TrillBill 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Father's matter 💯

  • @linkhearts
    @linkhearts 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3646

    even a guy as talented as Ja Morant almost didn’t get a chance at his dream because of lack of willingness to give a “shorter” player the opportunity. It’s really a shame how many players with superstar potential must get overlooked because of that.

    • @HighOffLife.
      @HighOffLife. 5 ปีที่แล้ว +20

      yung zack it is what it is 🚶🏻

    • @sankeerthkoshy61
      @sankeerthkoshy61 5 ปีที่แล้ว +50

      I think his weight played a bigger role in that too

    • @kahglizzy6990
      @kahglizzy6990 4 ปีที่แล้ว +25

      Stephen Curry

    • @yunan9610
      @yunan9610 4 ปีที่แล้ว +39

      Well, if we were to compare it to previous decades, it's getting better, really

    • @Airtu
      @Airtu 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Lol overlooked

  • @delve421
    @delve421 4 ปีที่แล้ว +361

    the voice, the mannerisms, the explosiveness.. ive seen this before... yo ja, finish what rose started my dawg

    • @omidhassani4988
      @omidhassani4988 3 ปีที่แล้ว +25

      delve bro don’t make me cry

    • @aryasomu3181
      @aryasomu3181 3 ปีที่แล้ว +24

      enough to make a man cry

  • @stateofmindphilosophyandps214
    @stateofmindphilosophyandps214 2 ปีที่แล้ว +77

    Now, he’s still with The grizzlies, leading them to the 3rd seed in the conference as of Jan 21st 2022. averaging the same stats as MVP d rose. 25 ppg in his 3rd year. and to think he almost wasn’t found. has some of the most insane clips i’ve seen recently. truly a great player . i hope his career ends well and not in the same direction as rose. all the best to Ja

  • @roncoloscos2183
    @roncoloscos2183 2 ปีที่แล้ว +87

    I'm shaking my head because I just can't imagine how his father trained him personally instead of getting him into basketball programs which are expensive. This is just one of those stories will tell you that the hindrance of achieving your goals or making them begins inside of your head. I'm touched by his story because I never followed anyone's nba story from nba other than Kobe and this man.

    • @THEREAL_GZUS
      @THEREAL_GZUS 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      His father need to create a program , if the kids really want to work for it like ja imagine the possibilities he can create with help of others of course

  • @h1xlockz117
    @h1xlockz117 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1645

    Ja⚡️ go crazy in the nba man.. you earned this moment

    • @dragonwiz1078
      @dragonwiz1078 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Ja i hope u see this

    • @Amb252
      @Amb252 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @King Savage you have zero basketball knowledge

    • @admiinn9321
      @admiinn9321 4 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      @King Savage wow that was weak

    • @WildHemii
      @WildHemii 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      KingSlim X to look at him now. This dudes insane at finishing around the rim

    • @strahinjapetkovic3417
      @strahinjapetkovic3417 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @King Savage well he ain't no bust

  • @uprightfossil6673
    @uprightfossil6673 5 ปีที่แล้ว +732

    He was applauded at Murray State University when he announced he would leave "early " for the NBA. We are not jealous, here. We are not haters. We applaud his accomplishments and what he did for The program. We have sent three NBA first round picks in six years..... We will get another. Thanks Ja!

    • @zahir2942
      @zahir2942 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      two were trash, hopefully Ja pans out

    • @henry7486
      @henry7486 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Zahir Who were the other two?

    • @hto560
      @hto560 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Zahir Looking Like ROY now

    • @GummyYT
      @GummyYT 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      HTO His game against Rockets was absurd

    • @skiddlybop4381
      @skiddlybop4381 4 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      Oooooo weeeee, I don't watch Murray State but I just can't see Ja NOT being the best player to come out of there. If only he would have finished that dunk on K-Love (y'all know the one, don't play like you didn't see it). That dunk would have gone down as one of the most iconic dunks in NBA history.

  • @oh6120
    @oh6120 4 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    Dad was the real MVP doing the things he did for him💯 Congrats Ja!

  • @Kmclemore
    @Kmclemore 2 ปีที่แล้ว +37

    Look at Ja now!! Came a long a way and one of my favorite players 💪🏽

  • @Babyitqly556
    @Babyitqly556 5 ปีที่แล้ว +607

    Shoutout to His Dad for Not getting The Groceries 💯

    • @Amb252
      @Amb252 4 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      Facts they get the groceries and never come back

    • @publicenemy0077
      @publicenemy0077 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Milk*

    • @stefan218
      @stefan218 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Danny Jones not all, my dad is faithful

    • @dyslexiccone6676
      @dyslexiccone6676 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Lionel Messigician congrats?

    • @yeatdagoat173
      @yeatdagoat173 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      He's the type of dad to come back with the milk

  • @TheDailyLore
    @TheDailyLore 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1269

    “The best bag of chips in my life I’ve ever had.”
    Had me DEAD

    • @pastaisgod1711
      @pastaisgod1711 5 ปีที่แล้ว +101

      @Jessie Jonez shit wasn't corny mannn... he knows this bag of chips changed someone else's life. That's something to really enjoy.

    • @faarisqazi7292
      @faarisqazi7292 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      can u show me the timestamp

    • @lilc8900
      @lilc8900 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@faarisqazi7292 6:27

    • @Icaruuuuusss
      @Icaruuuuusss 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      U know ur chips is good when it taste like hair and ey-wait what

  • @NighmareRS
    @NighmareRS 4 ปีที่แล้ว +32

    His father really took his time with him. That’s a real one 👊🏽

  • @chasesburner
    @chasesburner 4 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    This man is literally living a 2k MyCareer Mode 😂

  • @tactics9432
    @tactics9432 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1238

    If you reading this chase your dreams🙌

    • @EbossFyp
      @EbossFyp 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Tactics thanks i will

    • @axmxms7100
      @axmxms7100 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Tactics no

    • @codyykwgo4214
      @codyykwgo4214 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Amen ty

    • @cyrilletezzot6700
      @cyrilletezzot6700 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      @FON Baby A what's your fûcking problem?

    • @nba543
      @nba543 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      No create you’re dreams.

  • @ctcmonk
    @ctcmonk 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1030

    Nothing like watching Ja Morant while listening to Trap Sax... If you know you know... 🤷🏾‍♂️🤷🏾‍♂️

  • @henrgyhumburger
    @henrgyhumburger 4 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    I’m from Memphis and we’re blessed for having Ja

    • @dunkit5200
      @dunkit5200 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      😎⚡⚡⚡

  • @heavensarmyministries4097
    @heavensarmyministries4097 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    My man hasn’t let anyone down🙏🏼

  • @thelearner55
    @thelearner55 5 ปีที่แล้ว +549

    It's crazy how the coach just came to that back gym to see Ja! Like what if he got mad and just went home. He wouldn't have been at Murray State or the #2 pick in this year's draft.

    • @TimDaGoof
      @TimDaGoof 5 ปีที่แล้ว +60

      Right time right place bro

    • @JG-ys6bq
      @JG-ys6bq 5 ปีที่แล้ว +73

      Conch Boy Animations god does certain stuff for good reasons 🙏🏽

    • @TimDaGoof
      @TimDaGoof 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Jorge Sanchez lol I was going to say that but didn’t know if he religious or not 😂

    • @ceoofbrunestud5894
      @ceoofbrunestud5894 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Chaos theory right there bro

    • @uprightfossil6673
      @uprightfossil6673 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Murray State University coaches are special. Look what the players act and talk like on and off the court.... Come see a game, you will be amazed... It's electric, and the tradition continues

  • @semajhutchins5893
    @semajhutchins5893 5 ปีที่แล้ว +745

    Damn bro. He's going to be a problem in the NBA. His story alone is unbelievable. How are you that talented, but unnoticed and you're playing alongside Zion

    • @Navs126
      @Navs126 5 ปีที่แล้ว +34

      Because he was playing along Zion. The man is on notice when he walks in.

    • @Amb252
      @Amb252 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @King Savage 🤣🤣🤣🤣

    • @njkidd8
      @njkidd8 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      King Savage L

    • @gugi4477
      @gugi4477 4 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      @King Savage Say that again LOL

    • @nomistakes6973
      @nomistakes6973 4 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      King Savage big L my boy

  • @janzencady4470
    @janzencady4470 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Lot of respect goes to dad. He didn’t know his son was going to turn into this but he was ready to build him a court and cook for his friends and give him that opportunity!

  • @xavierdawkins920
    @xavierdawkins920 4 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    Dude his Dad realized this dream early fool That was like the Sunday night Rec and cookout dude he is goated he put in effort and it paid off

  • @iamkodak5272
    @iamkodak5272 4 ปีที่แล้ว +842

    “Zion Williamson
    Ja’s AAU teammate”
    😂😂😂

    • @landonburkey7207
      @landonburkey7207 4 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      I Am Kodak i saw that in the vid and i was like lemme see if someone else commented it😂

    • @jacebaxter2727
      @jacebaxter2727 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      @Magic yea ok

    • @14MrHowTo
      @14MrHowTo 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @Magic lel u arent a nba fan if u dont know him because he is drafted #1 this season

    • @msi7191
      @msi7191 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Magic 😂😂😂😂🙏🏾 for him

    • @user-pd7qu3kw5n
      @user-pd7qu3kw5n 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Mr. How To r/ wooooosh

  • @PaytonIgo
    @PaytonIgo 5 ปีที่แล้ว +499

    You just got to find yourself an old tractor tire.

    • @Ryan-th6wn
      @Ryan-th6wn 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @Úlfur Númi Baldursson 13yo here, 5'7 can touch rim. Just wanna dunk too :(

    • @Ryan-th6wn
      @Ryan-th6wn 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @Rowanurboat 40 24 for me

    • @nelsondendomo6687
      @nelsondendomo6687 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @Timz Tv At 13 I was 5'4 now I'm 15 and I'm 6'1, you'll get there just practice. I can dunk but not consistently tho.

    • @landonholtcamp2453
      @landonholtcamp2453 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I’m 13 years old and 4”10 and a half

    • @lololololololol347
      @lololololololol347 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Tf im 14 and 5'4 🤦‍♂️

  • @K1DKUDDLES
    @K1DKUDDLES 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    This kid is very very special. Deserves all of the current success and future success he will have!

  • @feifeishuishui
    @feifeishuishui 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This is a lovely kid. Humble, hardworking, and talented.

  • @borood1188
    @borood1188 5 ปีที่แล้ว +498

    So he was all that and a bag of chips?

    • @dynastydojo5988
      @dynastydojo5988 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Bo Rood Bihhhhhh Im dead You get the trophy cuhh 😂😂😂😂

    • @Black-vi3zg
      @Black-vi3zg 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Ain't that a joyner lucas reference?

    • @jornvidsandanimation5112
      @jornvidsandanimation5112 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yui Lala lmao yeah

    • @bruhology6437
      @bruhology6437 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      You deserve a trophy for this one

    • @yanikolamitr9984
      @yanikolamitr9984 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      the biggest thing for me is HIS BLACK DADDY HAD A DIRECT INFLUENCE ON HIS LIFE...PERIOD!☝🏾

  • @drewwinchester4221
    @drewwinchester4221 4 ปีที่แล้ว +32

    Born & raised in South Carolina & I’m so proud to see Ja & Zion go 1st & 2nd in the draft! SC represent!

  • @beautiful80sladies22
    @beautiful80sladies22 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    54 yrs old, sitting in the backyard sun.....made my day.....my dream was pro baseball, worked tirelessly, especially when people were doing other stuff....had 2 d1 midmajor PWO for football.....threw my arm out in college, it was over.....last few years both shoulders done, hernia repair, gall bladder. The body says time to pay.....I have no regrets....I root for all the Ja's in this world......don't waste a day, do quality work vs busy work and know there are others that wish to beat you at this moment. Stay safe 🙏 and God bless ✝️

  • @JeffGrossPoker
    @JeffGrossPoker 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Powerful piece. Brought tears! Have an entire new appreciation for Ja, wishing him the best on his journey that is off to a hot start!

  • @newbsauce941
    @newbsauce941 5 ปีที่แล้ว +84

    He's a good kid I wish all the best for him

    • @uprightfossil6673
      @uprightfossil6673 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Yes he is... Murray State University coaches do not bring problems to campus. Our student athletes are either juco transfers, or academically eligible players when they get here. Every single one of them can handle the microphone without embarrassing themself.

  • @icetray2727
    @icetray2727 5 ปีที่แล้ว +238

    How long has it been since ESPN did a E:60?

  • @Coolgiy67
    @Coolgiy67 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    It’s crazy how good highschoolers can be and go unnoticed

  • @degambz8826
    @degambz8826 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    I've become a fan after watching this. Didn't really pay much attention to him until the last two weeks. But his hard work and dedication is clearly paying off...its just amazing what he's doing 👏

    • @cjt2409
      @cjt2409 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      For real, it’s mad the progress he has made, he gonna be special, he’s only just getting started still & already gonna be an all star starter, MVP & rings soon come

  • @svanablak
    @svanablak 5 ปีที่แล้ว +700

    the biggest thing for me is HIS BLACK DADDY HAD A DIRECT INFLUENCE ON HIS LIFE...PERIOD!☝🏾

    • @fortzprod.8096
      @fortzprod.8096 4 ปีที่แล้ว +50

      Fucking stfu svan, I’m black and I’ve had my father with me since I was born. I don’t know if you actually noticed but most black people actually do have there father’s.

    • @CM-oy2kd
      @CM-oy2kd 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      svanablak facts

    • @dre2085
      @dre2085 4 ปีที่แล้ว +21

      @@fortzprod.8096 i doubt youre black.

    • @BernieSanders-bn5dk
      @BernieSanders-bn5dk 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thats sad

    • @ladyindaroom
      @ladyindaroom 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      PERIOD!

  • @TheDonkeyFLOPPER
    @TheDonkeyFLOPPER 5 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    The stories coming out of this draft are so damn good. Seriously want all these guys to succeed. Ja’s got such a great dad. Love to see a dad push his son to greater things

    • @f82josephh
      @f82josephh ปีที่แล้ว

      and look at him now Lol

  • @randomguy4781
    @randomguy4781 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    His dad is a great man. believed in his son from the very beginning and it paid off. that's what every father should inspire to be.

  • @510kid9
    @510kid9 4 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    The bag of chips comment at the end got me emotional for some reason.
    Both Ja and the coach probably were trying to get a break in life.

  • @davidperezjr2992
    @davidperezjr2992 5 ปีที่แล้ว +247

    You know their might be a player as good or better then ja, and that player never got noticed.

    • @clyder46
      @clyder46 5 ปีที่แล้ว +87

      @King Savage about you? yeah probably

    • @jcw8719
      @jcw8719 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      King Savage that’s what I’m saying, all some people need is a chance

    • @chicagoblackhawks9840
      @chicagoblackhawks9840 4 ปีที่แล้ว +43

      You can say that again. I dunked on Zion 11 times in a NCAA game last year, but I wasn't noticed cuz i was only 4'10" and 7 years old.

    • @dameisfazo6093
      @dameisfazo6093 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      David Perez Jr stfu

    • @scj1668
      @scj1668 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      He is not wrong but I mean luck of the draw

  • @moakinsulire
    @moakinsulire 5 ปีที่แล้ว +474

    GOD ALMIGHTY'S WAYS ARE MYSTERIOUS BUT AWESOME... Making a coach hungry at the right time and all that other stuff... no such thing as a coincidence.

    • @jzz6727
      @jzz6727 5 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      akin akins God bless!!

    • @moakinsulire
      @moakinsulire 5 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      Jaden Adatan thanks all glory to HIM

    • @Morelgian
      @Morelgian 5 ปีที่แล้ว +31

      Finally, a good comment. Glory to God for He is GOOD

    • @moakinsulire
      @moakinsulire 5 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Gian yes sir HE IS

    • @kwakuoteng-mensah9177
      @kwakuoteng-mensah9177 5 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Hallelujah

  • @MrCaribbean
    @MrCaribbean 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Well done Ja, bless your dad. much respect, keep on growing.

  • @landonlogsdon490
    @landonlogsdon490 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Used to live in Memphis during the Grit n Grind era. Been watching them rebuild for a few years now. It's finally over! This guy is the new face of the franchise!!

  • @brokenlaptop7114
    @brokenlaptop7114 5 ปีที่แล้ว +101

    Me after watching this video
    *mom can you buy me a bag of chips and a tractor tire*
    Mom: *What for*
    *i wanna be an NBA player*

    • @ninja8twin_
      @ninja8twin_ 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      No chamce

    • @BreadVanVleet
      @BreadVanVleet 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Don't listen to people like Ricci. They ain't goin nowhere. Go be great! I'm rooting for you!

    • @brokenlaptop7114
      @brokenlaptop7114 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Jesse Warshak thanks my guy you made my day

    • @musclemommyenjoyer
      @musclemommyenjoyer 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Broken Laptop how’s progress? It too am on the grind to the top

  • @Stiffy69er
    @Stiffy69er 5 ปีที่แล้ว +39

    His shooting form and footwork looks pretty pure already, I would imagine it won't take him that long before he's super deadly👀

    • @Amb252
      @Amb252 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      He gonna be a problem

    • @zilphydillard232
      @zilphydillard232 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Its true GREAT THINGS come in small packages!!

  • @spitimouvids6427
    @spitimouvids6427 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    All that work paying off. Shout out to the dad for the training and support system for him.

  • @bingflosby
    @bingflosby 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Having a dad that cares about you that much really makes the difference

  • @lucas3378
    @lucas3378 5 ปีที่แล้ว +81

    the 58 dislikes definitely got dunked on by Ja

  • @trulane8703
    @trulane8703 5 ปีที่แล้ว +41

    I’ve practiced with him at his old high school (legacy academy) one time it was pretty cool

    • @oceanman7527
      @oceanman7527 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Tru Lane was it coach Ron

    • @oceanman7527
      @oceanman7527 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      He coaches me

  • @rj3amundson52
    @rj3amundson52 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    2.5 years later, and this man is an NBA All-star starter, and leading the grizzlies to a potential deep playoff run. Absolutely amazing story. Cannot wait to see the career he has. Go Ja and go Grizz!

    • @Jason-gt5bz
      @Jason-gt5bz 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      and here we are...poor decision after poor decision, if he keeps this up he wont be in the NBA any longer

  • @joeking5896
    @joeking5896 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Ja’s a monster on the court this guy has talent keep ballin Ja strive for the top👆.

    • @dunkit5200
      @dunkit5200 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      absolutely true

  • @4BKATP
    @4BKATP 4 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    The way he got noticed was an act of God

  • @tayhughes25
    @tayhughes25 5 ปีที่แล้ว +61

    I'm sure a ton of talent went over looked when everyone's starring/filming at Zion..

  • @tonylewis7789
    @tonylewis7789 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I respect his parents so much

  • @bbzvxb3929
    @bbzvxb3929 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Crazy how my boy doing now that all star game was crazy too💯

  • @outchereoutchere9256
    @outchereoutchere9256 5 ปีที่แล้ว +263

    Who tf cud dislike this video. Them 14 dislikes was from some hatin dudes who had a chick thats on his head.

    • @yungyakusha_6079
      @yungyakusha_6079 5 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      A lot of jealousy my dude, they don't wanna see a young boy win.

  • @marcochan371
    @marcochan371 5 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Almost teared up in the end. Truly an amazing story!

  • @eno2revel223
    @eno2revel223 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I see why his hops crazy. Jumping into and out of the inner rim of those tires was genius by his father. Every muscle and tendon in his feet and legs is really strapped to bone Jack.

  • @danielpiasecki6001
    @danielpiasecki6001 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    My favorite player in the nba. And so cool that he and zion are both in the leauge dominating in there rookie year.

  • @ztblank78
    @ztblank78 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    As soon as Ja was drafted he was officially my favourite player.

  • @pg13pacernation30
    @pg13pacernation30 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Ja's journey is incredible to where he is at today. Wish him the best of luck in the NBA

  • @xtiantv6631
    @xtiantv6631 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Behind every great athletes there's a loving parents . Great dad bond

  • @rambo_bandz1041
    @rambo_bandz1041 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Just imagine how many prodigy’s are missed. Ja was really lucky to be found

  • @justeezo
    @justeezo 5 ปีที่แล้ว +28

    Imagine if that guy didn’t go to the concessions stand

  • @kaza545
    @kaza545 4 ปีที่แล้ว +26

    the thing that makes me shook is that the greatest player ever might not have been drafted

    • @ninja8twin_
      @ninja8twin_ 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      The greatest player is made not born🔥

    • @KingloTRG
      @KingloTRG 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Very scary

  • @C.O.GELIJAH
    @C.O.GELIJAH 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Who else has come back to see how much this guy has grown. All Star this year, future All NBA team, future MVP. The skys the limit for him and we here for it JA

  • @retiredtillsixteen418
    @retiredtillsixteen418 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nothing but love for this man right here

  • @skillzzz6131
    @skillzzz6131 5 ปีที่แล้ว +58

    Who’s here when Ja Morant just went #2 in the draft ?

  • @oinkpiggin
    @oinkpiggin 2 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    Same thing happened to Steph Curry. They also overlooked him. NBA will always overlook small and short players.

    • @troliskimosko
      @troliskimosko 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Curry is a second generation player, he was at least ranked early on thanks to that. Imagine if steph's dad never played nba ball though..we might not have seen a 3 point revolution!

  • @sno6762
    @sno6762 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I watch this video every so often. So inspiring. Great editing on ESPN's part

  • @josephgledhill7046
    @josephgledhill7046 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    ja is lucky, his dad built him a b-ball court, and ja just had random people come over and play ball with him. he probably made tons of friends like that. sounds fun

  • @LateNightGoon5
    @LateNightGoon5 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Honestly respect ✊🏽 Ja & his game man! 💪🏽💯

  • @bh-0330
    @bh-0330 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    after seeing him play in march madness i just felt like this dude would find his way somehow in the nba. here he is borderline superstar in the league

  • @omqrxnt
    @omqrxnt 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    i wish i had a dad like ja's dad. So supportive and helpful.

  • @bettershadeofme
    @bettershadeofme 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Such a Fan, not just of his talent but his story and who he is!

  • @raejonnriggins
    @raejonnriggins 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    He earned my compassion. Didn’t like him like that ( bit arrogant) but backstories are where you learn to love ppl differently and wholesomely. Congrats Ja & Tee Morant

  • @drillano4845
    @drillano4845 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This story almost made me cry.

  • @raymondlucero4999
    @raymondlucero4999 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I'm so glad that this young man got noticed. Imagine if he had not been? All of the wow moments would not be. Thank JM! You bring an excitement to the game that hasn't been seen since the days of Jordan. Stay humble young man. GOD bless you!

  • @kevinsimpson5809
    @kevinsimpson5809 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This young man has big heart and game.

  • @UrbanSipfly
    @UrbanSipfly 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Ja Morant's dunks are like the experiences of biting into sour things (like 🍋 lemons), followed by a strong desire to squeeze one's eyes and twist one's lips reaction.
    I mean that Ja's dunks are just nasty and enjoyable too!!

  • @younggoat5066
    @younggoat5066 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    now he is the best player from the 2019 draft

  • @tanthony3895
    @tanthony3895 ปีที่แล้ว

    Amazing talent....due to hard work, heart, and drive! A real blessing.

  • @jacquesschrap8932
    @jacquesschrap8932 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    2022: Ja literally taking over the NBA
    🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

  • @nate453
    @nate453 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    His dad is as talented as ja like come on he knew how to parent so well what a nice dude

  • @nathanielbuettner2163
    @nathanielbuettner2163 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Now look at him. Haters ignored him, now he’s pro hoppin in the big league among the legends

  • @comecme2292
    @comecme2292 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    He is a humble guy . God bless u

  • @SwuadeTV
    @SwuadeTV 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    the part where the coach got hungry is chills, definitely fate

  • @teaj7816
    @teaj7816 5 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    He said it was the best bag of chips he's ever had 😴😂

  • @hudzzplayzz6916
    @hudzzplayzz6916 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    he has a very curry like story with the way he was unknown in high school, went on to a relatively small D1 college and ending up being a lottery pick in the NBA Draft

  • @turotalks5290
    @turotalks5290 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    2 years later and he’s an MVP candidate,completely turning a franchise around🙌

  • @wmadianabumadian4673
    @wmadianabumadian4673 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    No pain no gain. Hard work, clear objective and determination will always pay off. You are one of the best and you make the game so much fun to watch. God bless and keep up the good work ethic...

  • @cedrickdoguiles6036
    @cedrickdoguiles6036 4 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    gotta watch out for those landings after a dunk man, d.rose suffered from that.

    • @cedrickdoguiles6036
      @cedrickdoguiles6036 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Airjackn thanks man, I’m a big fan of basketball and Morant’s game is one of a kind and his future is bright so I don’t want those kind of injuries to stop this dude’s career

    • @prakashpandey4646
      @prakashpandey4646 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      He just broke his ankle you were right

    • @cedrickdoguiles6036
      @cedrickdoguiles6036 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@prakashpandey4646 that's what I'm talking about, I know he is an athletic type of player and a competitive one but gotta pay more attention and be careful on those landings. Minor injuries are still injuries. Prayers up for Ja Morant.

  • @strikeone8906
    @strikeone8906 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I like this kid. Can't wait to watch him in the NBA

  • @shivvashishthabhargava4600
    @shivvashishthabhargava4600 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    We love you Ja!

  • @thedailylunchbox-foodforth6307
    @thedailylunchbox-foodforth6307 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I watched this kid during the 2019 final 4. What an athlete.