Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant is suspended again as the NBA reviews another video in which the player apparently flashed a gun on social media.
"He is suspended from all team activities pending League review," the Grizzlies said."We have no further comment at this time."
Morant will not miss any upcoming games as the Grizzlies season has concluded, not having made it to the NBA finals. A representative for Morant did not immediately respond to a request for comment from NBC News. In March, Morant was suspended for eight games after he was seen on Instagram Live holding a gun at a nightclub. That suspension reportedly cost Morant more thanAt the time Morant released a statement through his representation that said he takes “full responsibility” for his actions and that he was going to “take some time away to get help.” Morant also spoke to"The gun wasn't mine," Morant said at the time."It's not who I am, I don't condone any violence.
NBA Commissioner Adam Silver called Morant's behavior in March,"irresponsible, reckless and potentially very dangerous." "It also has serious consequences given his enormous following and influence, particularly among young fans who look up to him," Silver said.
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