Ja Morant Hits Game-Winner After Controversial Gun Gesture

Originally posted on Athlon Sports | By Joshua Rosenblum | Last updated Apr 3, 2025 10:57 PM ET

Ja Morant delivered a heart-stopping game-winning shot to give the Memphis Grizzlies a 110-108 victory over the Miami Heat.

The Grizzlies star, wearing his No. 12 jersey, celebrated by tearing it apart in a dramatic flex, igniting the crowd and cementing his status as a clutch performer.

The game-winner showcased Morant’s fearless play, as he drove past Ke'lel Ware before knifing his way back for a step-back, displaying brilliant footwork in pursuit of the toughly contested shot.

The celebration comes after Morant mimicked a gun gesture, pointing finger guns toward the Heat bench—a move he also made the previous game against the Golden State Warriors.

This gesture reignited concerns about Morant’s behavior. Just one day earlier, the NBA had launched a probe into Morant’s finger-gun motion toward the Warriors’ bench, an action that echoed his past suspensions in 2023 for similar incidents.

Morant’s history includes a 25-game ban after brandishing a gun on social media, raising questions about his decision-making. The fact that there have been several incidents related to guns certainly raises some red flags.

Morant's talent is undeniable and he will continue to be the backbone of the Grizzlies' roster. Cleaning up his behavior should be a top priority moving forward.

The dazzling game-winner ended the Heat's six game winning streak, a feat that had Erik Spoelstra and his players oozing in confidence heading into the contest. While the loss off Morant's buzzer beater stings, the Heat still have to be elated with the current form they find themselves in.

This article first appeared on Athlon Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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