Ja Morant

Temetrius Jamel “Ja” Morant, born on August 10, 1999, is a dynamic American professional basketball player for the Memphis Grizzlies in the NBA. Known for his explosive athleticism and playmaking ability, Morant gained national attention during his standout college career at Murray State, where he earned consensus first-team All-American honors in 2019. Selected as the second overall pick in the 2019 NBA Draft, he quickly established himself as a key player for the Grizzlies, earning the NBA Rookie of the Year award. With impressive scoring and assists averages, Morant continues to evolve as a leader on and off the court.

 

Personal Information

Name: Temetrius Jamel “Ja” Morant

Position: Point Guard

Team: Memphis Grizzlies

League: NBA

Born: August 10, 1999 (age 25)

Birthplace: Dalzell, South Carolina, U.S.

Height: 6 ft 2 in (1.88 m)

Weight: 174 lb (79 kg)

 

Player Stats

Season Games Played (G) Points Per Game (PTS) Assists Per Game (AST)
2019-20 67 17.8 7.3
2020-21 63 19.1 7.4
2021-22 57 27.4 6.7
2022-23 61 26.2 8.1
2023-24 9 25.1 8.1
Career 257 22.5 7.4