rights reserved. Heres a sampling of the reaction: EVERY ANGLE OF JA MORANT'S UNBELIEVABLE DUNK OF THE YEAR CANDIDATE pic.twitter.com/8u1j6ZNH3F, https://t.co/We6D7Md4Rc pic.twitter.com/qq5uWGskFW, Kevin Durant (@KDTrey5) January 15, 2023, Bruh just do the mf dunk contest @JaMorant https://t.co/4aNrft733K, Donovan Mitchell (@spidadmitchell) January 15, 2023, When we look back on Jas in game dunk highlights when its all said and done its gonna be up there with the some of the greatest ever , Kevin Garnett (@KevinGarnett5KG) January 15, 2023, Isaiah Thomas (@isaiahthomas) January 15, 2023, Good Lord Ja Morant !!!!! That much was proved when Memphis went 10-2 while Morant was sidelined half of December because of a knee injury. BILL RUSSELL HAD A problem. Still in uniform. What I do know is that the source of his vertical jump comes from a jumping drill his father Tee Morant created for him at a young age. Morant sees it coming and protects the ball. But the next five and a half minutes go poorly for Atlanta. ", Make your picks for FREE and compete for a chance to win $5,000! We all vibe together. That broke open a close game and gave the Grizzlies a 93-84 advantage entering the fourth. Michael Porter Jr. added 17 points and Bruce Brown had 15 off the bench to help the Nuggets to their second consecutive victory and sixth in the last seven games. Get access to exclusive original series, premium articles from our NBA insiders, the full 30 for 30 library and more. Tweet at us using #SDSMailbag or email me at ASpencer@SaturdayDownSouth.com. The grill includes diamond to the brim, allowing very little gold to show. Thats probably going to go down as dunk of the year, Desmond Bane added. He keeps letting the ball roll alongside him, knowing the 24-second shot clock won't start until he touches it -- burning precious game clock at the same time, almost 21 seconds now. The grill is comprised of high-end internally flaweddiamonds, handpicked and implemented by Dang. Morant finished with 23 points and 10 assists, while Bane scored 25, leading the Grizzlies to a 130-112 win, their ninth victory in a row. 9-5: Bench warmer. Giannis Antetokounmpo swung by Comedy Centrals The Daily Show with guest host Hasan Minhaj a huge NBA fan to promote the Charles Antetokounmpo Foundation and talk a little American culture (like Antetokounmpos first taste of classic American sweets). However, the Scranton branchs other eight regional managers (by my count) have been a mixed bag. This is one of the key risks of walking the dog when the game is on the line. But theyre all different as some are better at certain factors than others. Morant often motions to his inbounder to roll the ball in slowly in these situations right as they materialize, especially when leading late in a game. He'll leap out of the way instead of catching the ball if the inbounder throws it too hard in his direction. Lauri Markkanen had 28 points and nine rebounds for Utah. Thats a lot. My wife hates elevators, and getting stuck in one like that is literally her worst nightmare, but Id fare a little better in that scenario. Here's what: He was "walking the dog," the fun, obnoxious, sometimes disrespectful, and -- according to analytics -- game-changing play that is taking over the NBA. Republication or distribution of this content is But it sure seems like it. There are questions about what Phoenix will look like: Can they defend well enough to win? But in due time, Im sure hell develop that shot given that hes a very hard worker. The Celtics, often spurred by Marcus Smart, are on pace to smash prior records for time wasted via walking the dog (though they'll finish well behind the Grizzlies). Michael Porter Jr. added 17 points and Bruce Brown had 15 off the bench to help the Nuggets to their second consecutive victory and sixth in the last seven games. HOUSTON Ja Morant entered a press conference room and took his seat in front of 30 or so media members during the NBA's All-Star media day earlier this month. The first known example of this strategy came in the 2016-17 season: Sacramento Kings guard Ty Lawson burned over 20 seconds with under three minutes remaining while nursing a lead over the Nuggets. "That's our identity, and that's going to continue to be our identity," says Morant, a first-time All-Star selection who has earned a reputation for fearlessness, leading the league in points in the paint (16.0 per game) as a 6-foot-3, 174-pound point guard. Dang's other clientele includesBeyonc, Jay Z, Kanye West, Kodak Black, Quavo and more artists and celebrities. The Grizzlies' rise back to NBA relevancy hasn't been nearly as difficult as anticipated. It is for me.. Have a question for next weeks Mailbag? The best part of this is just how uncomfortable Antetokounmpo is with it, this does not come naturally to him. The settlement is subject to court approval, but it is rare that it is not granted in the case of a settlement. Turning the ball over. Jrue Holiday had 14 points and eight assists for the Bucks, who went 10-0 in February and have passed Boston for the best record in the NBA. As Morant launches, every player on the Memphis bench erupts from their seats as the 22-year-old superstar soars to catch the pass, flicks the ball through the hoop and ducks his head to avoid hitting it on the rim. "That's your last time," James says to Bane, loud enough to be heard clearly on the local television broadcast. Breaking down stats and film on LA's difficulties, Brooklyn's upcoming stretch and this season's top late-game shooters. Denver 133, (at) Houston 112: Nikola Jokic had his 100th career triple-double and Jamal Murray scored 32 points in Denvers victory over Houston. We hope her victory at trial and this settlement will put an end to this practice.. Ja Morant is a professional basketball player that plays for the Memphis Grizzlies as a point guard in the NBA league. Hes Primed for a Lot More. He declined to speak with ESPN for this story, but his teammates think it boils down to his speed and athleticism. Memphis Grizzlies Xavier Tillman Sr. (2) defends against LosAngeles Lakers Anthony Davis in the first half of an NBA basketball game, Tuesday, Feb. 28, 2023, in Memphis, Tenn. By adding Kevin Durant, the Phoenix Suns became instant contenders. Snyder spent eight seasons as Utahs coach before resigning last June after the Jazz were eliminated in the opening round of the playoffs. Their 35-18 record, third best in the NBA, indicates they're probably right. Lauri Markkanen had 28 points and nine rebounds for Utah. But the best part about his game is despite his 63 height and 174 pound frame (which is skinny for the NBA), he plays like Allen Iverson, Kevin Garnett and Reggie Miller, tough. Ja reared back. "Guys don't really understand it.". Bane figures James felt the need to express his frustration after giving up the transition 3, hearing a little more talk and then committing a turnover. Then, Durant couldnt even muster one rep in the pre-draft 185-pound bench press. "The entire basis is to win," Mike Breen says. A player who makes a single free-throw is typically adding around 0.5% win probability; this season alone, there have already been 40 fourth-quarter dog walks that earned the utilizing team at least 0.5% of additional win equity. She said she lived in fear of the photos popping up on social media and her daughters seeing them. "All of us are still fans of this guy. If you do not yet have a Torstar account, you can create one now (it is free), Copyright owned or licensed by Toronto Star Newspapers Limited. Unsolicited, he addressed it again during postgame media availability. Jalen Green and Tari Eason each scored 17 points for Houston. Ja Morant with an electric block and dunk, sparking a big Grizzlies 3rd quarter. Some have called for a rule change to eliminate the loophole by stopping the game clock after made baskets in the fourth quarter -- a rule that FIBA has adopted. For this reason, Morant is one of the most exciting young players in the NBA. Ja Morant is not a guy doing standard bodybuilding workouts and getting an incredible physique. James has seen and heard enough, especially from Bane. Clips of the play soon go viral. There isnt a lot of time to get this teams chemistry right take a look at the Mavericks to see how it can be a challenge but if the Suns are going to be the best team in the West we start to see that Wednesday night in Charlotte (against a shorthanded Hornets team without LaMelo Ball). Los Angeles last two losses before Tuesday came in overtime, including a 176-175 double-overtime loss Friday night to Sacramento in the second highest-scoring game in NBA history. In just over half of a season, this year's figures already blow those out of the water. Mikal Bridges led Brooklyn with 31 points. The numbers are just as staggering when you account for all four quarters, with a total of 668 dog walks this year alone. The NBA has played on MLK day for 36 years. The Grizzlies have taken a big enough leap this season to not just make the playoffs, but to potentially do so with a Game 1 in Memphis. Jokic had 14 points, 11 rebounds and 10 assists for his NBA-leading 24th triple-double this season and 15th in the last 20 games. "[There] could be all sorts of scenarios where you'd want to do it, but the main objective of it is taking advantage of the shot clock," Bogues says. But all this Grizzlies fun is too much for LeBron James, who didn't make it past the free throw line in the backcourt during Memphis' latest highlight. The Rockets had flashcards showing the math behind 2-for-1s: If they took a shot with 30 seconds left in a quarter, they would get two of the three final shots. A few of the league's savvier guards used it from time to time, including Muggsy Bogues, Tim Hardaway and Mark Jackson, for the same reason their predecessors did. Ja Morant Workout Routine and Diet Plan [Updated]: Ja Morant is a professional basketball player that plays for the Memphis Grizzlies as a point guard in the NBA league. You can see that his jumping style seems self-taught in that it is not as fluid or smooth as someone like John Wall, Michael Jordan or Kobe Bryant each of whom get early training from professionals because they were highly ranked players. Adding Durant to Devin Booker, Chris Paul and Deandre Ayton should make the Suns a contender in a West that feels wide open (even with Denver pulling away from the pack). Mikal Bridges led Brooklyn with 31 points. The Grizzlies' win probability while leading by six with 4:21 remaining (the end of the prior possession) was 86.3%; with 4 minutes remaining after Morant's time-burn, that percentage rose to 87.7% -- and that's without even factoring in the subsequent sixth foul on a top opposing defender. That said, it just shows that having the right strategy even if you dont have expensive equipment like box jumps or weights, youll be able to achieve a very high vertical leap. Best of all hes able to posterize any player no matter who you are or how tall you are. In the end, this new use of one of basketball's oldest moves highlights the intelligence and ingenuity of the game's best players. Ja Morant had already blessed the NBA evening with an all-time highlight once his astounding, above-the-box chasedown block on Bennedict Mathurin was ruled legal. Washington 119, (at) Atlanta 116: Washington spoiled Quin Snyders Atlanta coaching debut, getting 37 points from Bradley Beal and 28 from Kyle Kuzma in a victory over the Hawks. James replies as they line up. DUNK OF THE YEAR CANDIDATE pic.twitter.com/OQsyR28lKj, Yeah, easy, Morant said when asked if that was his best dunk, via the Associated Press. As the Grizzlies' lead swells to 17 early in the third quarter of the Jan. 9 game, the Lakers call timeout and Morant makes a detour to reply to a front-row fan who taunted him after a turnover the previous possession, several of his teammates strut and celebrate on the Crypto.com Arena court. He successfully lobbied to get himself voted in as an All-Star starter and frequently pushes Bane for Most Improved Player and Jackson for Defensive Player of the Year. Bane picks up his dribble, takes two long strides down the middle of the floor and lofts a pass high over Los Angeles Lakers forward Stanley Johnson in the paint. WebJa Morant (wrist) starting in Grizzlies' Tuesday lineup, Tyus Jones to bench . Now, Paul stays alert to make sure his opponents don't use this against him. "All of us on our team pretty much grew up watching [James] play," Morant says later. And, Ill also defend the later seasons of the show to my death. The art of rolling the ball up the court on an inbound has quietly been a part of the game for seven decades. Grizzlies forward Jaren Jackson Jr. was with Morant when he purchased that grill, andon a recent trip to Houston before Sunday's win over the Houston Rockets, Jackson and teammate Brandon Clarke added similar diamond grills. Foul. That said, here are my ironclad rankings of the best managers through the course of the show: You can argue with these rankings all you want, but you will be wrong. Giannis Antetokounmpo (@Giannis_An34) has all the smoke for his NBA brethren Luka Doni, Nikola Joki, and Kevin Durant pic.twitter.com/76w5wk0RHN, The Daily Show (@TheDailyShow) February 28, 2023. ButMorant, Jackson and Clarke have shown other ways to be flashy on the court. This is the secret history -- and the secret value -- of walking the dog in the NBA. He jumps high and is very explosive. "We've just got to make sure we're laying brick by brick each day to get better. Although,, you can tell he works really hard and it very fit. Unsurprisingly, the shorthanded Lakers struggled at the hands of the Grizzlies, and it resulted in a 121-109 win for the home team. Ja Morant was weaving past defenders, the Pacers Jalen Smith was slow to recognize what was happening and late with his rotation, and the result was a dunk-of-the OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) Harrison Barnes scored 29 points and Sacramento beat Oklahoma City for its fourth consecutive victory. "That does help.". Irving scored 16 points, but his 3-pointer just before the buzzer was the last of five misses from deep in the final two minutes with Dallas trailing by two. They're winning, why's he doing this?' Both are South Carolina high school products, by the way. This allows him to make fantastic dunks during the game despite just being 63 tall. The easiest one, in my opinion, would be the 40-yard dash. So, check it out this weekend and see which of your favorite SEC players get unfair dings to their draft stock because of a drill that doesnt directly translate to the field. It would be a great way to meet some of my favorite people, though, so heres who Id pick: Lets be real Marler is a nice guy and all, but I put him in there specifically so I could try to turn the tide against him when people start getting hungry. "I'm not chillin'!" The highest NBA jumpers can all do this, including Michael Jordan, Kobe Bryant, Zion Williamson and Vince Carter. Morant has won back-to-back Western Conference Player of the Week awards, and he's leading the Grizzlies (28-14) through a franchise record nine-game winning streak. LOS ANGELES (AP) Jaden McDaniels scored 20 points, Anthony Edwards added 18 and Minnesota beat Los Angeles to snap a three-game losing streak. Ja Morant can fly in the court, man, and he can fly so high, and he has to train hard for that. It's one of many times Morant has put a spotlight on what he considers slights to himself or his team, ranging from national commentary, or lack thereof, to random Twitter mentions. That's Simmons' sixth; he's out of the game. We never care. With the player most capable of staring down a star and going hoop-for-hoop with one of the NBAs best unavailable, the Lakers couldnt do enough against Ja Morant and the Memphis Grizzlies, losing 121-109 to stop a three-game winning streak. (The exceptions: the final minute of the first three quarters and the final two minutes of the fourth and OT.) Nikola Vucevic led Chicago with 23 points and Zach LaVine had 17. ", It's a fair point, Morant acknowledged in response, but he added he felt "like we're just getting started. That's what makes the game so great, it's not just a physical game, it's also a mental game. So what was Ja Morant doing? Doug McDermott added 19 points for the Spurs, Jeremy Sochan had 13 and Devonte Graham 12. At the end of the day, it looks like the Fourth of July in the day and night., BITTERSWEET: Why ESPN's Stephen A. Smith is bitter every time he watches Ja Morant, HOMETOWN HERO: How Memphis Grizzlies' Desmond Bane made fans from his Indiana hometown even prouder, ESPN ALL-ACCESS: ESPN to spend full day in Memphis for all programming as part of Grizzlies all-access special. Then come the Nuggets, led by Nikola Jokic, who often directs things as the inbounder rather than the ball handler. As the Grizzlies' star guard makes his way up the court, he lets the basketball roll alongside him, slowly, slowly, slowly, an inch at a time, untouched. Ja Morant was weaving past defenders, the Pacers Jalen Smith was slow to recognize what was happening and late with his rotation, and the result was a dunk-of-the-year candidate. In a 2020 YouTube video with Dang, Morant was asked whetherhe would wear the grill in a game. Between each of these drills, Ja was asked to jump on tractor tires for 25 times. SALT LAKE CITY (AP) Keldon Johnson scored 25 points and San Antonio beat Utah to snap a 16-game losing streak. This copy is for your personal non-commercial use only. Skeptics, like Van Gundy, question the value of walking the dog. Domantas Sabonis had 22 points, 13 rebounds and nine assists and Kevin Huerter added 20 points for the Kings. Therefore, Ja Morants vertical jump secret is doing a lot of jumps every other day. Ja Morant Workout Routine and Diet Plan [Updated], Also Read: Zion Williamson Workout Routine and Diet Plan. "I think [opponents] are probably a little tired," Jones says. permissions/licensing, please go to: www.TorontoStarReprints.com. The league is on pace to more than double its usage of the move this year compared to the 2019-20 season. This fast break ends with Morant getting fouled by Malik Monk, who gets turned around and backs into the Grizzlies point guard. Afterward, Morant explains that he was baiting Simmons, knowing he'd bite based on past experience. As someone who proposed to my now-wife with a Michael Scott-level of candles lit and had The Office quotes woven into my wedding ceremony, let me just say that all these characters are great in their own right. ", JAMES CONTINUES VENTING while Morant makes his pair of free throws, profanely declining a polite request from Kyle Anderson -- the veteran forward who at 28 is the oldest player (along with Adams) on Memphis' roster -- to "Chill out, LeBron.". They got Antetokounmpo back after he missed their home victory over Phoenix on Sunday with a bruised right quadriceps. Thats all for the Ja Morant workout routine. Cavaliers-Celtics, 7:30 p.m. Anthony Davis led the Lakers with 28 points and 19 rebounds. How has Morant become so good at walking the dog? In some ways this feels like a trade-off of a more defensive-minded player who could not space the floor (Hernangomez) for an offensive player who will get them points but not be much of a defender (Barton). The tactic came to an extreme head in a late October game between the Nuggets and Celtics. One of the most dominant centers in NBA history wanted as much time as possible to operate in the post, where he worked as the primary conduit for Boston's offense. Thanks in part to that play, Memphis wins by 10. But Ja will really let the clock go until you make him pick the ball up.". Walking the dog is a simple way to facilitate this. And he uses that to his advantage whenever he gets on the court. 20 college football teams we aren't sold on in 2023, SEC Basketball Power Rankings: Mizzou shocks Tennessee, Alabama downs Auburn and more, SEC Basketball Power Rankings: Alabama stays unbeaten in SEC play, Tennessee outlasts Auburn and more, SEC Basketball Power Rankings: A new top team emerges, Alabama loses in blowout fashion, Mizzou lights it up again, Drew Magary (a writer for Deadspin, etc. In an era when players are constantly proving that these measurements dont mean much, the Combine continues to grow in popularity. That stretch showcased Memphis' depth and epitomized the team's ethos of exceeding expectations. I don't know what went into that. https://www.insider.com/video-ja-morant-dunk-easy-to-poster-guard-2022-4 Ja Morant has a 44 inch vertical leap. And he uses that to his advantage whenever he gets on the court. Update:If youve been watching the 2022 NBA season and checking out Ja Morants updates on his workouts during the offseason, you probably also noticed that his vertical jump has increased. The ability to travel in the air, explosiveness. Doncic had 39 points and nine rebounds on his 24th birthday but fell to 1-4 in games with Kyrie Irving since the superstars were paired in a deal with Brooklyn before the trade deadline. Charlotte's LaMelo Ball made news in 2020 when he purchased a custom VVS diamond grill similar to Morant, Clarke and Jackson's. ), Chris Marler (co-host of the SDS Podcast). But well need confirmation there. To order It looks like a light show, no matter where you are at. FantasyPros considers the best player values for DraftKings and FanDuel NBA DFS. Now, thats the workout in the gym, but besides that, there are many basketball drills and workouts that you would need to figure out and follow. As Tatum stood alongside the ball, Horford and Grant Williams guarded him like linemen blocking for a running back. "That's your last motherf---ing time. However, in the game, he could make spectacular dunks on a nightly basis (over defenders at that) while guys who have 40+ inch vertical are only able to dunk when left alone on the fast break. It's late October, and the Grizzlies lead the Nets by six with four minutes left when Memphis forward Santi Aldama softly rolls the inbound pass toward Morant's feet. However, I will still give you an NBA trainer-approved drill that will work on your stretch, mobility, ankle mobility stability, core stability, etc. That's true even when the game clock continues to run, such as following a made basket. pic.twitter.com/Bf4PHDKI6a, Etan Thomas (@etanthomas36) January 15, 2023. And, this composed of different jump exercises. You will see him there doing all the things that I have mentioned. We're going to have fun regardless. In 2020-21, teams walked the dog 54 times, wasting more than 7 minutes of game time. As he crosses half court, Morant finally picks up the ball and glances over to his bench. Morant, playing peacemaker, steps toward James but is unable to contain his grin. In fact, he self-trained this much that he was dunking by 14 years old. I cant give advice much on the court workout with the ball, and I suggest you join a professional gym or get a coach to figure things out for you. Jalen Green and Tari Eason each scored 17 points for Houston. Would it be enough to save me from being the first one eaten? Conventional wisdom was that Memphis would need to undergo a long rebuild after the Grit 'n Grind era ended in June 2019 with Mike Conley's trade to the Utah Jazz, but the Grizzlies qualified for the Western Conference play-in series in Morant's rookie season, when he scored 35 points in a thrilling loss to Damian Lillard's Portland Trail Blazers. "They got maybe an extra four, five seconds in the backcourt before they touched the ball, and then they had a little extra time to operate.". As sensational as Morant has been, averaging 26.4 points and 6.8 assists per game, the Grizzlies are not a one-man show. And the Grizzlies are happy to let a future Hall of Fame opponent -- and anyone else -- hear about it. The NFL Combine will be televised quite a bit this weekend, and its always an interesting event to watch. Just check out the crazy Ja Morant dunks hes been able to do. He uses social media to unabashedly promote himself and his teammates, campaigning for honors, posting highlights and praise, and occasionally firing back at critics. Check out the best vertical jump training programs here to see which workout will help you add inches to your jump height. For those who havent been following non-SEC basketball, Zion Williamson of Duke is an absolute machine (at least until his shoe blew out on national television) and has been called the next LeBron, which might be premature, to say the least. This is so dumb. He's utilized the move 41 times across all quarters and has been the ball handler on 23 of those 34 plays in crunch time, wasting over three minutes of game clock. Durant puts Phoenix on a contending tier because, when healthy this season, he has played at an MVP level averaging 30 points a game with a 67.5 true shooting percentage, plus adding 6.8 rebounds and 5.4 assists a night. The Toronto Star and thestar.com, each property of Toronto Star It's the other team not coming up to guard him.". presentation-ready copies of Toronto Star content for distribution He converts everyone from opponents to his own coaches into spectators and fans. And its not just jumping straight up but also hanging in the air and body control which allows his to be the most exciting player in the NBA today with his electrifying drives to the basket. Morant has won back-to-back Western Conference Player of the Week awards, and he's leading the Grizzlies (28-14) through a franchise record nine-game Morant took over in the third quarter, connecting on 10 of 12 shots. Reps: 8-10 (explosive and heavyweight reps). #nba This is the last motherf---ing time I'm gonna say it. But nowhere near other NBA players. When Morant wasted those 20-plus seconds in that October win over Brooklyn before drawing Simmons' sixth foul, the time loss alone added 1.4% win probability for Memphis, per research by Patrick McFarlane that utilized NBA Advanced Stats data. Ja Morants vertical jump is one of the first things youll notice about his game. The Toronto Raptors wanted a little more depth at the two guard/wing spot for the rest of the season and have leaned into a guy that is proven offense to get it. HOUSTON (AP) Nikola Jokic had his 100th career triple-double and Jamal Murray scored 32 points in Denvers victory over Houston. Perhaps that led to some conspiracy theories and frustration as Morant sat on the bench in crunch time. The ball rolls another inch, another inch, another inch. Instead it is a combination of the quality and quantity. Quite a strong case could be made for Chris Paul, an elite closer since Morant was in elementary school whose NBA-leading Phoenix Suns have the league's best clutch record (19-3) and net rating (plus-44.7). Jokic had 14 points, 11 rebounds and 10 assists for his NBA-leading 24th triple-double this season and 15th in the last 20 games. "Drippy," Morant says. Dario Saric, a reserve forward/center the Thunder acquired in a trade with Phoenix before the All-Star break, had a season-high 21 points. Besides that, he has also incorporated certain lifting routines that focus on compounds exercises and functional workouts. It was good to get that win, Morant said. And I was thinking to myself, Trae's not the one at fault. Besides that, his primary meal is Breakfast, as its a big breakfast, and he stays hydrated all the time. DALLAS (AP) Tyrese Haliburton scored 32 points and won a duel of birthday boys with Luka Doncic, leading Indiana past Dallas. With about five minutes left, Denver forward Aaron Gordon slammed a two-handed dunk to pull the Nuggets within 13. The 11-year NBA veteran brings some depth and shooting at the guard spot, he is hitting 38% from 3 this season and is well respected in the locker room. Jordan, Kobe Bryant, Zion Williamson and Vince Carter getting fouled by Malik Monk, who often directs as! 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