The Memphis Grizzlies suspended All-Star guard Ja Morant from all team activities Sunday after a video showing him flashing what appeared to be a handgun circulated on Instagram Live.
On March 15, the NBA suspended Morant for eight games without pay, citing conduct detrimental to the league. At the time, he'd already sat out five games following an indefinite suspension by the Grizzlies following his live-streaming of a video on March 4. The NBA said Morant was suspended for "holding a firearm in an intoxicated state" while at a club in the Denver area following a loss to the Nuggets.
"Ja's conduct was irresponsible, reckless and potentially very dangerous," Silver said. "It also has serious consequences given his enormous following and influence, particularly among young fans who look up to him. He has expressed sincere contrition and remorse for his behavior.
Last July, Morant and several friends were accused of threatening a mall security guard and the employee of a shoe store. Days later, a teenager accused Morant of punching him during a pickup basketball game, and a civil suit is pending.
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