NBA fans wasted no time in sharing their two cents on Ja Morant’s suspension.
The Memphis Grizzlies guard has been suspended for 25 games for the upcoming 2023-24 season, and this drew mixed reactions from fans. While one segment felt it was in the ballpark of what was expected, some believed that Ja deserved a lengthy break from the sport. This development comes on the back of the guard flashing a gun on Instagram Live for the second time, triggering a deep investigation by the league.
Moving on to the reactions. One segment of fans felt the move was just about right.
Not too much not too little. Ja is going to have the greatest comeback story of the decade. https://t.co/nIzJ1YCTFE
— Growl Towel Central (@GTC901) June 16, 2023
One fan felt it would be 35 games by the time Ja found his groove, but also criticized Adam Silver.
25 games then it takes him 10 games to get back in rhythm so it’s really 35. Then he gotta build chemistry with the team so it’s basically 40. Shame on you Adam Silver ! https://t.co/9qt6Gi7waF
— Kurisu (@ScaryMnstrz) June 16, 2023
“Still get to play 57 Games! Everybody wins! I will be watching this upcoming @NBA season now. That it’s not half or whole season,” a fan opined.
Still get to play 57 Games ! Everybody wins! I will be watching this upcoming @NBA season now . That it's not half or whole season 👍🏼 https://t.co/2K7fLPDnZK
— DM. (@shaka_arichkid) June 16, 2023
The Miles Bridges comparison wasn’t far away.
Fewer than Miles Bridges who was charged with domestic abuse, three times more than his first suspension https://t.co/o3TqNCAoK9
— NetsDaily (@NetsDaily) June 16, 2023
Some felt this was significant.
I would say a 25-game suspension is pretty significant for Ja Morant. It’s honestly less than I expected based on Adam Silver’s comments. https://t.co/Kquerf4Vpi
— Austin (@AustK14) June 16, 2023
A fan felt this would put Ja back on track.
This seems to be the higher end of the sensible range when considering all the factors in place.
The number is now known, and puts Morant’s return right before Christmas.
Hopefully all is right with him once he returns, and the Grizzlies will likely be fine until he’s back. https://t.co/X89KguK0hs
— Shawn Coleman (@StatsSAC) June 16, 2023
Grizzlies fans were glad it wasn’t a whole year.
good they didn’t give him the whole year https://t.co/VfTnnhiUwp
— michael (@3MWD__) June 16, 2023
“The potential for other young people to emulate Ja’s conduct is particularly concerning,” Silver said in a statement released Friday. “… For Ja, basketball needs to take a back seat at this time.”
Perhaps, this will serve as a timely reminder for other players to be more mindful.
How Will This Suspension Impact Ja Morant’s Career?
While 25 games might not seem much of a punishment, those who did witness Ja’s activities at the Denver nightclub in March will know that this is a second chance for him to change and get his objectives right. The crackdown was inevitable, but it was necessary to also put a player in a place where he/she needs to know the impact the actions could have.
The suspension also comes at a cost for Ja, who will miss out on millions of dollars, not to mention potential endorsement opportunities. On that note, he also now has a chance to reform and recalibrate to become a better personality. If he could make a miraculous comeback with some stellar performances, there is no doubt that he will indeed be looked at as an inspiration again. But can he? Only time will tell.
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