Ja Morant Draws Attention at Pistons-Magic Game With Former Teammate
Ja Morant made a notable appearance at the NBA Playoffs Game 4 between the Detroit Pistons and Orlando Magic. He was seen with former teammate Jaren Jackson Jr., drawing attention from fans despite both players not participating in the postseason. Speculation continues regarding Morant's future with the Memphis Grizzlies amid trade rumors.
- ▪Ja Morant attended the NBA Playoffs Game 4 featuring the Pistons and Magic.
- ▪He was seen with former teammate Jaren Jackson Jr., which sparked online reactions.
- ▪Morant is currently under a five-year, $197 million contract with the Grizzlies.
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By Matthew CoudenContributing WriterShareNewsweek is a Trust Project memberSee more of our trusted coverage when you search.Prefer Newsweek on Googleto see more of our trusted coverage when you search.After a season that brought trade speculation, the Memphis Grizzlies' Ja Morant made a surprising appearance at Monday's NBA Playoffs Game 4 featuring the Detroit Pistons and Orlando Magic.Morant, the 2020 NBA Rookie of the Year and a two-time All-Star, seemed on the verge of playing for another team this past season. That still could be the case, and his recent sighting with a former teammate drew plenty of attention online.During the Pistons' visit to Orlando, the cameras showed Morant sitting with Utah Jazz star Jaren Jackson Jr. to watch the Magic take a two-point lead into halftime.
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