I already noticed he changed his style of play. He's more measured now when the ball is in his hands, his eyes takes in the whole floor now in a peripheral way. He's passing, he's distributing, he can sit on a bench and rest a few minutes without the team losing anything on the floor. Overall, their defensive intensity is a lot better than last year. I see them going deep into the playoffs.
What’s crazy is he’s always played this way the majority of the time. He’s a kyrie level ball handler with Chris Paul vision and a crazy layup package who just happens to have insane hops. He has 4-5 absurd layups every game, with a big dunk ever 3 games and everyone nationally thought that’s all he did.
@@Ryria901 You're way underrating Chris Paul. Morant is a good passer, probably top 10 in the NBA right now. CP3 is probably top 5 all-time. That's a HUGE difference. That's not to put down Morant. He could have a real case for the 5th spot on the MVP ballot right now behind Jokic, Giannis, Tatum, and Shai. But he's not close to being on the short list of the best passers in NBA history.
Great video, 2022 Ja Morant is the only reason I follow the NBA, so glad to get to see his maturing and him reaching a high IQ point guard that can smack the rim at anytime
I mean JA's biggest asset is brand value which is tied to dunking, if Ja makes close to no dunks if not stop for the rest of his career then it's the opposite of improvement; Ja needs to load mange smart safe dunks regularly to improve, JA just doesn't do risky dunks playing against the pistons on meaningless games not even on tv.
@@Evan-i4e no, ja's brand is based on his acrobatic playstyle, his larger than life approach, his off court dress style, even his hair. even if he stops going for crazy posters his brand will always remain strong- the dancing, the taunting, the shoes, the look, all of that is what keeps his brand
As an 81 year old fan, I love the guy. He has heart! as well as a great body. Only a few guys like him in the years I've loved the game. Get it together mentally, avoid injury, and be a great player.
i think it's not that he isn't dunking anymore, it's more like he's trying to expand his arsenal of moves and playing a more sustainable playstyle and not just relying on freak athleticism like D-Rose
Great video. He's always had the keys to be one of the best. I don't think it can be understated, the effects of his mentors this past year. I'm proud of the guy he's turning into
hi, I just wanted to tell you that Jesus loves you so much and He is waiting for you with open arms Please accept Him in your heart and life while He is near Also, True Christianity is not just a religion, it's a Father-child relationship with God, and more
I love the little guy. He is just entertaining, capable, daring, courageous and willing to challenge anyone on the court. He is a basketball hero .. is there is one. Incredible player.
I've always pulled for this guy, and enjoyed his amazing athleticism and thunderous dunks. So disappointed by the antics with the guns, especially the second incident, so... this video is GREAT news. I wish him the best and hope to see him in the league for a long time!
Ja MORANT has been delivered from all the negative people keep moving forward your business gods people want you to be successful black man and father ❤Your CHANGE !!!!!!!!!! 7:047:05
He was never a terrible person, just young and rich with no way of understanding how to properly navigate those changes. He made mistakes is all and he's growing from them
@ saying he was not good nor moral is just wrong. As someone who lives in Memphis, he did many great things for the kids and people in the city from the moment he came. He has always been a fantastic father. He just didn't do those things for attention so people don't know the positive things he did before the suspensions. People also don't know the year he got into all that trouble was literally his first year living as an adult on his own. When he first came into the league his whole family (mom, dad, sister) lived with him the first 3 years so fame could bring them closer together not far apart. That first year own his own though he wilded and made mistakes he had to learn from like many young, rich kids. He was still good and moral despite that.
If you’re really looking you can already tell that he is. Saying that as a Miami fan. D-Rose and the staff had a very good influence on him. He’s a good guy. Ppl forget that his come up was not one of an early celebrated all American who was cheered by everyone. His come up was by sticking it to the man and proving those wrong who didn’t believe in his talent. It took a maturing process deciding what you want to stand for instead of fighting with your back against a wall. I believe D-Rose with his approach of a humble hustler whose talent and abilities were undeniable was incredibly valuable for a young rebellious Ja who was put in a position that maybe five ppl in the history of the NBA could have had the authority to speak to him about it b/c they’ve been there. And then it’s Rose with his great value system. We can’t thank him enough. Ja was on a dangerous path
@ having walked that very same path, I know how hard it is. My circumstances were very different in terms of financial security; however, I was headed to the dame place. So, I believe that all of that was fertilizer (sh!t) for the me that I’ve become. It is truly hard work. I have also seen more others than not, find their way back to that road. I hope and pray your evaluation of his progress is both correct and lasting!
Great vid! I've really been trying to give Ja fresh respect bc he definitely deserves a fresh start, especially after the mentors he's had now with Rose. I didn't know about the layup goal so that'll be good to look for.
Great video, as always. I'm not sure I can accept he has "changed as a man" just yet - jury is still out. But I am loving seeing him back on the court and in full swing! I hope he stays straight, for the good of the league and obviously for himself. Lucky his talent warranted a 3rd chance and looks like he is taking it with both hands. Also, that backwards pump dunk on the Celtics was just ridiculous 0.0.
@@levigranger5383 he can definitely get the Steph AI Kyrie layup package. Dude is talented, he most def can. This also gives him a chance to work on his outside shot, ultimately helping to the longevity of his career.
100%. Early in his career, he was too reckless and always playing out of control. All that showboating makes for some great SportsCenter highlights but it won’t help him with longevity. All it takes is one bad landing to shred an acl and there goes his explosiveness.
I remember I was telling a friend from HS back around covid something like this and I used Rose but I also used Wade mainly cuz he was my favorite player
Ayo DK just wanted to say I've been watching since before like 40-50k subs when you were mainly covering the Ball family, but I'm glad I stuck around. I fuck with the direction of the content so heavy rn and appreciate these uploads. Keep it up my dude, 250k subs incoming.
Ja Morant's numbers are actually down from last year. He last played a full season in 2023 when he averaged 26/6/8 on 47% shooting. This season he's averaging 22/5/8 on 45% shooting. At least he is behaving off the court.
This is what not ruin but held back Russell n drose even if he didn’t get injured they lack self awareness. You MUST look within to improve in that goes for all of us
I believe he's brandishing. It implicates you in irresponsible gun ownership which, just like traveling in a vehicle, is a right you can lose if used as such. I may be wrong though...
@@acctsys The 2nd amendment imposes rules against the government, not private organizations. It's also legal to make your own food, obviously. Doesn't mean theatres and restaurants can't ban you from bringing it in. If the NBA wants to make a rule against having pet dogs and permanently ban all violators from playing in the league, they can do that too. It would be a stupid move though.
The Grizzlies are beginning to become such a good team. The amount of support Ja gives to his guys (especially the ones who can catch fire) is so joyful to watch. It's tuff KLJR couldn't have stuck around for this next evolution of the team.
I watched it with my own eyes too you can sit here and say he was hanging with the wrong crowd all you want but he was a knucklehead that's not on nobody else but him he screwed me out of a championship which means I want my revenge
It's official Ja Morant is better than Zion and it will never be close ever again. Ja Morant continues to improve and Zion continues to decline. When Zion averaged 27/7/4 on 61% FG% at just 20 years old he appeared to be the next Charles Barkley but it appears he ate himself out of being an All Star. This year he's averaging 22ppg on just 45% FG%. What a massive (Fat get it?) disappointment.
Suspending him for 25 games for what he’s doing outside of work is dumb thou ‘😂😂ya only hurting ya selves ‘going along with hating on ya own ‘player 😂😂
Black young man dominating In Life and anything he does ‘MFZ will use again him ‘NOW HES INJURED COULD HAVE HAD WAY MORE MONEY FROM 25 games he missed but nope ‘ANYTHING HE DOES LETS SET HIM BACK ‘RACISM AT ITS FINEST’THIS REAL LIFE ..
You can’t be doing dumb shi when you have that type of fame especially in this era where the internet will always find ways to find fault in famous people. Suspending him was actually light compared to some people who got blacklisted. If he wanted to flash a gun, why do it on ig infront of thousands of people. It’s also a bad rep for the NBA as a large international organization.
I am out here practicing going to the gym lifting weights just to make it to the NBA also to take care of my girlfriend too also I plan on taking vacations she is coming with me too whether she likes it or not too
I just don’t like morants cockiness. It’s quite out of hand at most times and he’s very disrespectful to people he shouldn’t be and should have a lot more respect for like beaking off coaches and trying to disrespect the veterans of the game like they are nothing because they aren’t like they used to be. Aside from that, if he can tone that shit down he’d be a great model player for the league.
D Rose was made out of glass.... Russ still playing explosive and still in the league with no major injuries... The exciting part of Ja's game he is stopping it himself. His for him I guess 🤷🏾♂️🤷🏾♂️
I already noticed he changed his style of play. He's more measured now when the ball is in his hands, his eyes takes in the whole floor now in a peripheral way. He's passing, he's distributing, he can sit on a bench and rest a few minutes without the team losing anything on the floor. Overall, their defensive intensity is a lot better than last year. I see them going deep into the playoffs.
What’s crazy is he’s always played this way the majority of the time. He’s a kyrie level ball handler with Chris Paul vision and a crazy layup package who just happens to have insane hops. He has 4-5 absurd layups every game, with a big dunk ever 3 games and everyone nationally thought that’s all he did.
@@Ryria901
You're way underrating Chris Paul. Morant is a good passer, probably top 10 in the NBA right now. CP3 is probably top 5 all-time. That's a HUGE difference.
That's not to put down Morant. He could have a real case for the 5th spot on the MVP ballot right now behind Jokic, Giannis, Tatum, and Shai. But he's not close to being on the short list of the best passers in NBA history.
They just blew the Warriors out by 50!
Great video, 2022 Ja Morant is the only reason I follow the NBA, so glad to get to see his maturing and him reaching a high IQ point guard that can smack the rim at anytime
I like how Ja is trying to improve himself for the better while the 1st round pick is still trying not to go through McDonald's drive thru.
I mean JA's biggest asset is brand value which is tied to dunking, if Ja makes close to no dunks if not stop for the rest of his career then it's the opposite of improvement; Ja needs to load mange smart safe dunks regularly to improve, JA just doesn't do risky dunks playing against the pistons on meaningless games not even on tv.
@@Evan-i4e no, ja's brand is based on his acrobatic playstyle, his larger than life approach, his off court dress style, even his hair. even if he stops going for crazy posters his brand will always remain strong- the dancing, the taunting, the shoes, the look, all of that is what keeps his brand
How humen really learn how to walk right?
Falling on thier nose force them to do it better next time :)
dude isnt going do the drive thru, he isnt leaving his couch, he is getting ubereats.
@MilesMorales288holy glaze
As an 81 year old fan, I love the guy. He has heart! as well as a great body. Only a few guys like him in the years I've loved the game. Get it together mentally, avoid injury, and be a great player.
You know ball unc
pfft ive been a grizz fan for over 100 years
Yea Al that but no brain
Unc any tips for feeling more confident?
Pause
i think it's not that he isn't dunking anymore, it's more like he's trying to expand his arsenal of moves and playing a more sustainable playstyle and not just relying on freak athleticism like D-Rose
Nawl bruh D.Rose was the whole package with freak athleticism he ain’t just rely on being athletic
@@davidtripp4457 He's saying that D-Rose maybe put too much trust in the longevity of his body and athleticism of course hard work is a factor
@@ayrohn5490 One outlier that always fails to be mentioned when it comes to D-rose is his diet was atrocious. Bags of candy, fast food, etc..
Yuki is a good influence
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Shout out t Yuki💪🏾
☆YUKI MANE !!!☆
This is a great assessment of Ja's improvement and results.
to be honest it is good to see Ja re-invent himself... he is just too good an athlete. The past is the past. Ja, be the champion you are.
Great video. He's always had the keys to be one of the best. I don't think it can be understated, the effects of his mentors this past year. I'm proud of the guy he's turning into
My fav. Pray he can continue to have control on and off the court. He is a leader, bless him 🙏🏼 in Jesus name.
It’s the return of the true point guard position.
Stole the words right from me. Well said
You had me worried with how you started the video.. but you did Ja right… don’t sleep on Ja folks
hi, I just wanted to tell you that Jesus loves you so much and He is waiting for you with open arms Please accept Him in your heart and life while He is near
Also, True Christianity is not just a religion, it's a Father-child relationship with God, and more
Good for him. Keep growing and looking up
I love the little guy. He is just entertaining, capable, daring, courageous and willing to challenge anyone on the court. He is a basketball hero .. is there is one. Incredible player.
I've always pulled for this guy, and enjoyed his amazing athleticism and thunderous dunks. So disappointed by the antics with the guns, especially the second incident, so... this video is GREAT news. I wish him the best and hope to see him in the league for a long time!
BE THE BEST PERSON EVER AND YOU CAN MAKE THEM ALL FEEL GOOD FOR CHANGE YOUR THE BEST JA!!!!!
Ja MORANT has been delivered from all the negative people keep moving forward your business gods people want you to be successful black man and father ❤Your CHANGE !!!!!!!!!! 7:04 7:05
Don’t care if Ja is a better player. What I hope is he is a better person.
He was never a terrible person, just young and rich with no way of understanding how to properly navigate those changes. He made mistakes is all and he's growing from them
@ I think he came to a crossroad. And no, he was not terrible, but he was not good nor moral. I belieye he saw where he was headed……
@ saying he was not good nor moral is just wrong. As someone who lives in Memphis, he did many great things for the kids and people in the city from the moment he came. He has always been a fantastic father. He just didn't do those things for attention so people don't know the positive things he did before the suspensions. People also don't know the year he got into all that trouble was literally his first year living as an adult on his own. When he first came into the league his whole family (mom, dad, sister) lived with him the first 3 years so fame could bring them closer together not far apart. That first year own his own though he wilded and made mistakes he had to learn from like many young, rich kids. He was still good and moral despite that.
If you’re really looking you can already tell that he is.
Saying that as a Miami fan.
D-Rose and the staff had a very good influence on him. He’s a good guy.
Ppl forget that his come up was not one of an early celebrated all American who was cheered by everyone.
His come up was by sticking it to the man and proving those wrong who didn’t believe in his talent.
It took a maturing process deciding what you want to stand for instead of fighting with your back against a wall.
I believe D-Rose with his approach of a humble hustler whose talent and abilities were undeniable was incredibly valuable for a young rebellious Ja who was put in a position that maybe five ppl in the history of the NBA could have had the authority to speak to him about it b/c they’ve been there.
And then it’s Rose with his great value system. We can’t thank him enough. Ja was on a dangerous path
@ having walked that very same path, I know how hard it is. My circumstances were very different in terms of financial security; however, I was headed to the dame place. So, I believe that all of that was fertilizer (sh!t) for the me that I’ve become. It is truly hard work. I have also seen more others than not, find their way back to that road.
I hope and pray your evaluation of his progress is both correct and lasting!
Great vid! I've really been trying to give Ja fresh respect bc he definitely deserves a fresh start, especially after the mentors he's had now with Rose. I didn't know about the layup goal so that'll be good to look for.
I hope he will win the NBA chip and FMVP this season
grizzlies ain't good enough goofy and im a fan
😂😂😂😂😂😂😂
Nahhhhhhh
This is the funniest comment I've read today. 😂
Ja has a better chance at winning MVP. we still have 60 games.
Ja stopped dunking because he is injury prone and he is trying to extend his NBA life.
I love watching him and I’m glad he has realized he is mortal and has to take care of himself on and off the court. Good for him and everyone else.
Great video, as always. I'm not sure I can accept he has "changed as a man" just yet - jury is still out. But I am loving seeing him back on the court and in full swing! I hope he stays straight, for the good of the league and obviously for himself. Lucky his talent warranted a 3rd chance and looks like he is taking it with both hands. Also, that backwards pump dunk on the Celtics was just ridiculous 0.0.
Only right my favorite player (next to Jordan) Rose would mentor my now favorite player Ja… I wish bro nothing but success and further growth 🙏🏾💯
Those dunk attempts got bro looking like Melo when he tries to dunk on Centers, damn near injuring himself 😂
Please, Ja, stay on track. Basketball needs you.
He was also a vocal leader 2 years ago, so the only news is that he stopped dunking.
If he gets the Kyrie layup package that will be crazy
Nah he need a LeBron style layup package
Bad take, like saying if he gets shaqs size that will be crazy. Both are impossible 😂
@@levigranger5383 he can definitely get the Steph AI Kyrie layup package. Dude is talented, he most def can. This also gives him a chance to work on his outside shot, ultimately helping to the longevity of his career.
he already has a good layup package
@@CriticalTakesSW doesn’t mean he can’t get better. I think Ja wants to develop that too more than anyone lol
Ja shouldnt play like Derrick Rose if he wants to have a long career so i think he make the right decision.
100%. Early in his career, he was too reckless and always playing out of control. All that showboating makes for some great SportsCenter highlights but it won’t help him with longevity. All it takes is one bad landing to shred an acl and there goes his explosiveness.
Let's go Ja !
And I'm glad we have him here in Memphis working his magic on the court. Ja's the man, he just had to calm his butt down a bit
I still look at this boy as a role model I not only model my game after him but I model myself after him what he did was not okay
Great Vid.
If he can stay healthy and stay out of trouble, seems like the sky is the limit for him.
Good for the guy, I hope he gets a fresh start
You baited me so hard with that last bit about your Lamelo vid cuz I really thought he came back already 😭
Hell yeah. Good for him, and I think he'll find there are layup moves that people will appreciate more than a standard issue dunk.
ja becoming a leader meanwhile our first-round pick in Louisiana eating all our gumbo
STAY HUMBLE AND GET YOUR RINGS I VISION A CHAMPIONSHIP AND YOU WINNING IN MEMPHIS stay Humble
Rings are good.
Everyone knows how spectacular he is! So not dunking too many times is a very smart decision!!
I remember I was telling a friend from HS back around covid something like this and I used Rose but I also used Wade mainly cuz he was my favorite player
Love JA he makes the NBA enjoyable to watch !!
My favorite player. Along with Joker. But Ja is so exciting.
JM is the return of MJ? He even has a Pippen...
Thank you, and thank you.
Ayo DK just wanted to say I've been watching since before like 40-50k subs when you were mainly covering the Ball family, but I'm glad I stuck around. I fuck with the direction of the content so heavy rn and appreciate these uploads. Keep it up my dude, 250k subs incoming.
Real
no more dunks, Ja now a professor of english... Dr. Ja
Ja is much more talented then AE.... Hell be in the front line shortly
Forgiveness is the KEY you are BLESSED Love the new version of you stay strong safe the time is right now he got you MAN 0:06 0:06
Ja Morant Da goat he will always be
DMKLYTICS dominant show of discernment.🎉🎉🎉
GOOD FOR him. w video
Way to go Ja!
I’ll never understand how something legal can get you fined and suspended
Plenty of things are “legal” but go against company policy.
2 different americas
@@merrickbryan85ya love Trump's America lol 😂😂😂 🤡
@@levigranger5383 he wasn’t at the “company” when it happened
@@chipperjoneszz that happened under Biden stop it!
Ja, 😂 bring it bro...the past is the past....Your gonna be MVP one day!.😊
I love ja
JA it’s time to go back to the JA you’re lord and savior CREATED TO WIN NBA RINGS NOW PRAY!!!!
Was not a fan of Ja 1.0.....But respecting Ja 2.0. I hope he put the past behind him both on and off the court.
“Yar Morant” 😂😂😂
Bro can u change Ur transition sound pls scared tf outta me twice lmaooo
Bro ain’t change shit this year but his bench outfits
Dr. House said that people never change. I hope he's wrong.
A fucking TV show about an arrogant pretentious doctor with plot amor probably isn't the best place to get your life advice 😂💀
Nigga dr house is a fictional character 😂😂
A lack of fans is going to change a lot of NBA players, think declining contracts!
His potential is out of this world it's always would if he had done this would if he had done that we will never know it's all his fault too
Bad boy plain and simple
I noticed it too! He seems focused
Ja Morant's numbers are actually down from last year. He last played a full season in 2023 when he averaged 26/6/8 on 47% shooting. This season he's averaging 22/5/8 on 45% shooting. At least he is behaving off the court.
His numbers aren’t down he’s just playing less minutes
I think D Rose really helped him in so many ways…
JA IS HIM
I didn't like at all. Now I respect what he's doing. Sometimes, we all have to learn the hard way. I'm rooting for him now.
WE WANT DUNKS!
Please make a video talking about Kat in new york
This is what not ruin but held back Russell n drose even if he didn’t get injured they lack self awareness. You MUST look within to improve in that goes for all of us
wise mon... big mon tingz ah gwan!
He maturing and being more humble.
Never to late to change your life for the better either you change or god will eventually change you
God has FORGIVEN you and MEMPHIS prayer warriors has forgiven you its time to be humble and recognize your Blessings JA MORANT!!!!!!!!!!
He’s also gonna get bigger and stronger because he’s physical
I didn't know it was illegal to own a gun in America. Who knew?
Seriously though, why did Ja get suspended for the gun?
You know sports has an image thing like the NFL. You’re a brand, there’s a certain way they expect you to act.
@@KB.23they need to get rid of that ain't nobody got time to fake it
I believe he's brandishing. It implicates you in irresponsible gun ownership which, just like traveling in a vehicle, is a right you can lose if used as such. I may be wrong though...
@@elyksesomShall not be infringed.
@@acctsys
The 2nd amendment imposes rules against the government, not private organizations. It's also legal to make your own food, obviously. Doesn't mean theatres and restaurants can't ban you from bringing it in.
If the NBA wants to make a rule against having pet dogs and permanently ban all violators from playing in the league, they can do that too. It would be a stupid move though.
at his best he reminds me of Allen Iverson
ja's braids in the second clip had me dead
The artist formerly known as "ja"
But people should stop traveling
Dude needed a wake up call. He was going down a road to misery. It should be considered lucky the call came this early, let's hope it sticks.
Wazzup with the social media?
The Grizzlies are beginning to become such a good team. The amount of support Ja gives to his guys (especially the ones who can catch fire) is so joyful to watch. It's tuff KLJR couldn't have stuck around for this next evolution of the team.
I watched it with my own eyes too you can sit here and say he was hanging with the wrong crowd all you want but he was a knucklehead that's not on nobody else but him he screwed me out of a championship which means I want my revenge
It's official Ja Morant is better than Zion and it will never be close ever again. Ja Morant continues to improve and Zion continues to decline. When Zion averaged 27/7/4 on 61% FG% at just 20 years old he appeared to be the next Charles Barkley but it appears he ate himself out of being an All Star. This year he's averaging 22ppg on just 45% FG%. What a massive (Fat get it?) disappointment.
i like your accent
Yeah; the gun jokes have lost it's fizzle. Falling flat now. 😊
Love Ja he's a Authentic Hooper just gotta stay away from the street antics n responding to critics
Bruh lebron shooting 47 % rn and yall calling.him washed 😂
Not in the past 2 weeks he’s been horrible 😂
Soul to the hole" bit of a stretch
Suspending him for 25 games for what he’s doing outside of work is dumb thou ‘😂😂ya only hurting ya selves ‘going along with hating on ya own ‘player 😂😂
Black young man dominating In Life and anything he does ‘MFZ will use again him ‘NOW HES INJURED COULD HAVE HAD WAY MORE MONEY FROM 25 games he missed but nope ‘ANYTHING HE DOES LETS SET HIM BACK ‘RACISM AT ITS FINEST’THIS REAL LIFE ..
Nd when he’s injured his team loses ‘what did I just say ‘his TEAM NEEDS HIM HE IS THE SAVIOR 🎉THE HATE NEEDS TO STOP
You can’t be doing dumb shi when you have that type of fame especially in this era where the internet will always find ways to find fault in famous people. Suspending him was actually light compared to some people who got blacklisted. If he wanted to flash a gun, why do it on ig infront of thousands of people. It’s also a bad rep for the NBA as a large international organization.
What is your music choice???? I Love It at the beginning thanks !
assists spoken as assets lol
So very talented, but the lords of BK are also very responsible for standards of behavior, particularly when the dang behavior is clearly felonious.
I am out here practicing going to the gym lifting weights just to make it to the NBA also to take care of my girlfriend too also I plan on taking vacations she is coming with me too whether she likes it or not too
How you gonna mention the best playmaking younger guards & not mention the best one in the NBA?
good ass video
I just don’t like morants cockiness. It’s quite out of hand at most times and he’s very disrespectful to people he shouldn’t be and should have a lot more respect for like beaking off coaches and trying to disrespect the veterans of the game like they are nothing because they aren’t like they used to be. Aside from that, if he can tone that shit down he’d be a great model player for the league.
D Rose was made out of glass.... Russ still playing explosive and still in the league with no major injuries... The exciting part of Ja's game he is stopping it himself. His for him I guess 🤷🏾♂️🤷🏾♂️