Ja Morant’s Biography, Nationality, Age, Properties, Weight, Height, Records, Lifestyle, and Hobbies
Born in Dalzell, South Carolina, Temetrius Jamel Morant, or “Ja,” as he’s known around the globe, was destined for the spotlight. Growing up in a basketball-loving family, his talent emerged early, honed on the dusty courts of his hometown. From backyard games with his father, Tee, a former high school player, to dominating local leagues, Ja’s natural ball-handling and also athleticism drew attention.
Biography:
Crestwood High School became his launching pad. A five-star recruit, Ja captivated audiences with his dazzling speed, electrifying crossover moves, and also uncanny court vision. Colleges across the country courted him, but Ja felt a deeper connection to Murray State University. Here, under the guidance of Coach Matt McMahon, Ja blossomed.
His freshman year was a baptism by fire. Averaging 12.5 points and 6.0 assists, Ja learned the rigors of collegiate ball, also earning Ohio Valley Conference (OVC) Freshman of the Year honors. But it was his sophomore season that catapulted him to national recognition. Shattering OVC records, including the single-season assists record with 275, Ja averaged 24.5 points and 5.7 rebounds. He became a scoring machine, a highlight reel magnet, and also the toast of college basketball. OVC Player of the Year wasn’t enough; Ja was the consensus National Player of the Year, his namewas also on every NBA scout’s radar.
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Place of Birth:
Dalzell, South Carolina, USA
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Nationality:
American
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Position:
Point Guard
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Current Team:
Memphis Grizzlies (as of December 20, 2023)
Physical Stats:
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Height:
6 ft 3 in (1.91 m)
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Weight:
174 lbs (79 kg)
Career Highlights:
- Consensus National Player of the Year (2019)
- NBA All-Rookie First Team (2020)
- Also NBA All-Star (2022)
- His NBA Playoff Appearances (2021, 2022, 2023)
- He also holds Memphis Grizzlies single-game playoff assists record (14)
Records:
- Murray State single-season assists record (275)
- Ja is also the Youngest player in Memphis Grizzlies history to record a triple-double
Lifestyle and Hobbies:
- Morant is known for his flamboyant personality and also energetic playing style, earning him the nickname “Grizzlies Grizz.”
- He enjoys fashion and sneakers, often sporting eye-catching looks on and also off the court.
- Outside of basketball, he’s passionate about giving back to his community, supporting youth mentoring programs and also charities in Memphis.
- He also enjoys playing video games, particularly NBA 2K, and spends time with his family and friends.
Properties:
- Information about Morant’s specific properties is not publicly available. He reportedly purchased a house in Memphis in 2020, but details beyond that are private.
