In professional sports, controversies often arise, but none have been as shocking as those involving NBA star Ja Morant. The young sensation is worth more than 80M and has found himself in deep waters due to troubling gun controversies. A recent one revolves around a video clip that surfaced online showing Morant waving what appears to be a gun while listening to music by rapper NBA YoungBoy. 

Responding to the controversy, popular hip-hop media personality DJ Akademiks made some scathing remarks about Morant. Akademiks is known for his candid commentary on hip-hop culture. He didn’t hold back in his criticism of the NBA star’s actions.

DJ Akademiks expressed concern over gun safety 

In a recent interview on the podcast djvlad, Akademiks candidly expresses his concerns over Morant’s actions and implies that the gun the NBA player was seen waving around during a car ride was not just a harmless prop. 

He opines that the gun appeared to be real, pointing out that there is no sensible reason for anyone to bring a loaded firearm in a car full of people, especially while jamming out to NBA YoungBoy’s music. DJ stated, “I’m assuming that the gun is not just a toy… I don’t see a reason for anyone to take an unloaded gun out of their house.”

The media personality went on to highlight the risks involved in such behavior. If an accidental discharge were to occur, resulting in harm or death, it could have severe consequences for Morant’s career as well as legal repercussions. 

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Showing strong disapproval of such reckless behavior, the league has suspended Ja Morant in the first 25 games of the coming season. 

DJ destroys Ja

While expressing concern, DJ Akademiks also destroyed Ja by saying that the incident has led to a free promotion for rapper NBA YoungBoy. He put it bluntly during the podcast. “If I’m [NBA] YoungBoy, I’m like ‘thank God for this stupid m***********.’ This promotes my music better than I ever could.”

Morant was dancing to two songs by NBA YoungBoy while waving the gun. This unintentional endorsement of the rapper’s music caught Akademiks’ attention, even leading him to admit that he found the songs enjoyable.

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As the sports world reflects on the controversy, it is hoped that lessons will be learned. The NBA has clarified that all proactive measures will be taken to ensure a safer and more responsible environment for all.