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After his Memphis Grizzlies season, supporters want to make Ja Morant an NBA All-Star.

January 26, 2024 by Remi

The 2023-2024 NBA season has been a rollercoaster for Memphis Grizzlies’ star point guard, Ja Morant. With only nine games under his belt, Morant has faced both suspension and a season-ending shoulder injury. Despite this limited playing time, Morant finds himself in the midst of an intriguing All-Star Game voting race, capturing the attention and support of basketball enthusiasts across the globe. The All-Star Game starters are determined through a combination of fan votes, player votes, and media votes, with …

Ja Morant, Tyrese Haliburton, Chris Paul, more Fantasy Basketball 2024 injuries

January 25, 2024 by Remi

Losses of NBA Star Ja Morant Due to Suspensions

The 2024 NBA season has been marred by a series of unfortunate injuries to key players, sending shockwaves through fantasy basketball leagues. One significant blow came with the season-ending injury to Memphis Grizzlies’ star point guard Ja Morant. Morant, who had been showcasing his exceptional skills on the court, suffered a shoulder tear, forcing him to miss the remainder of the season after playing only nine games. In those nine games, Morant demonstrated his value, averaging an impressive 25.1 points, …

Memphis Grizzlies’ Ja Morant has successful surgery, misses season.

January 24, 2024 by Remi

Memphis Grizzlies’ rising star, Ja Morant, is set to make a triumphant return for the 2024-25 NBA season after undergoing successful shoulder surgery. The team announced the positive outcome following Morant’s unfortunate shoulder subluxation during a training session on a Saturday, forcing him to miss a critical matchup against the Phoenix Suns the following day. Initially, Morant appeared on the bench with his arm in a sling, but persistent soreness and instability led to a diagnostic MRI. The results revealed …

NBA: Ja Morant punished 25 games next season for ‘detrimental to league’ behavior.

January 8, 2024 by suman

It was reported on Friday by the National Basketball Association that Ja Morant, a player with the Memphis Grizzlies, will be suspended for 25 games beginning with the 2023–24 season. Given that the NBA determined that Ja Morant behavior was damaging to the league, the ban was handed down. On May 14, the Grizzlies also suspended Ja Morant’s from team activities. This decision was made in response to a video that went viral on social media in which the player …

Ja Morant’s Layup Is Trending Online

January 6, 2024 by Remi

Ja Morant, Tyrese Haliburton, Chris Paul, more Fantasy Basketball 2024 injuries

In a thrilling NBA matchup that captured the attention of basketball fans worldwide, the Memphis Grizzlies emerged victorious over the Chicago Bulls with a final score of 116-110. The game was marked not only by the intense competition between the two teams but also by a jaw-dropping rim finish from the Grizzlies’ star player, Ja Morant, which quickly went viral across social media platforms. Morant’s incredible athleticism and skill were on full display as he navigated through the Bulls’ defense, …

Sugar Bowl: Washington holds off Texas to advance to the national championship game against Michigan.

January 2, 2024 by Iqra khan

No. 2 Washington held off an unlikely late comeback attempt to win 37-31 over No. 3 Texas and advance to the national championship game against No. 1 Michigan on Jan. 8.After the teams were tied at 21-21 at halftime, the Huskies (14-0) outscored the Longhorns (16-10) in the second half. With 2:44 remaining, Grady Gross’ third field goal of the game gave the Huskies a two-possession lead at 37-28.But then things started to get interesting. With just over a minute …

LeBron James’s retirement speech was an emotional roller coaster.

December 25, 2023 by Remi

In a stunning turn of events, LeBron James, the iconic figure in the NBA, sent shockwaves through the basketball world with a controversial statement regarding his retirement after the Los Angeles Lakers’ unexpected elimination from the playoffs. The Lakers, considered perennial contenders, faced an earlier exit than anticipated, prompting LeBron to contemplate his future in the league.The Lakers’ General Manager, Rob Pelinka, known for his strategic moves and player acquisitions, went into overdrive in the free agency period following the …

Moore, Augustus headline 2024 Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame Class

December 18, 2023 by Divya

Maya Moore and Seimone Augustus indeed boast an incredible legacy in women’s basketball. Their achievements both in the WNBA and on the international stage speak volumes about their impact on the sport. Winning multiple championships with the Lynx and contributing significantly to the USA Basketball team’s Olympic gold medals in multiple editions truly solidifies their places as legends in the game. The induction of Taj McWilliams-Franklin, Rita Gail Easterling, Violet Palmer, Sue Phillips, and Mary Scovel further underscores the diverse …

Owner Ted Leonsis is pursuing his dream of building a $10 billion sports empire in the Washington, D.C. area with the Washington Capitals and Wizards moving to Virginia.

December 15, 2023 by Daraksha

Multiple Washington, D.C.-area sports team owner Ed Leonsis stated that he hopes to create “the world’s most valuable regional sports and entertainment company,” estimating the company’s worth between $10 billion and $15 billion and indicating that an initial public offering (IPO) may be possible. The news this week that the Washington Capitals and Wizards, owned by Leonsis, may relocate to Alexandria, Virginia as part of a $2 billion entertainment complex, helped to further that vision. There have been rumors that …