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After a basketball game between the Indiana Pacers and Memphis Grizzlies on January 29th, some people associated with Ja Morant, a player for the Grizzlies, confronted members of the Pacers team near their bus. Later, while Morant was riding in a slow-moving SUV, someone in the car shone a red laser at the Pacers team members, causing them to feel threatened.?

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The Pacers reported the incident to the NBA, and the league investigated but could not confirm if anyone had? been threatened with a weapon. Some individuals involved were banned from attending games at the arena.?

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Ja Morant in another questionable controversy?

According to a report in the atheletic, during the game itself, there was verbal sparring between the teams and some of Morant’s acquaintances directed comments at Pacers players. One of them even walked onto the court and was removed by security. After the game, Morant’s acquaintances confronted the Pacers team members in the loading area, causing a heated exchange that lasted for about 15-20 minutes. The incident has been addressed internally by the Grizzlies. Morant was ruled out of their next game due to his wrist soreness.

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More Recently, Ja Morant sparked concern among his fans after he was seen holding a gun during an Instagram live session. This incident came shortly after a controversial confrontation where Morant was alleged to have possibly used a weapon. Fans are now questioning his recent actions and the company he keeps. The screenshot of Morant holding a gun on the live stream has left many wondering what is really going on with him.

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Morant : a controversial figure

Ja Morant, a basketball player for the Memphis Grizzlies, has been facing some controversies for a while now. Morant also posted a tweet last season that was seen as a threat involving gun violence, which he later deleted.

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Additionally, he is being sued for allegedly attacking a minor during a pickup basketball game, but the police report suggests he was acting in self-defense and won’t face prosecution.

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Nivedita Dubey is an NBA writer at EssentiallySports who is deeply invested in the strategic intricacies of basketball. She has been following the NBA since her early teens and is always up-to-date with the latest news and updates in the league. Nivedita's ability to provide insightful analysis and predictions for upcoming games is commendable, and she has covered various events including All-Star Games and NCAA matches. Over the course of her three-year career, Nivedita has become a specialist in covering the NBA, demonstrating her expertise in the league's structure and players. Her admiration for LeBron James and the Golden State Warriors is a testament to her deep knowledge and passion for the sport. Apart from her love for basketball, Nivedita has a keen interest in interior designing and sketching.

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