Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant (12) reacts during the second half against the Charlotte Hornets at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images Petre Thomas-Imagn Images

Ja Morant's Insane Block in Grizzlies vs Hornets Goes Viral

Originally posted on Memphis Grizzlies on SI
By Farbod Esnaashari | Last updated Jan 22, 2025 9:27 PM ET

Ever since Ja Morant burst onto the scene at Murray State, he's been known for his high-flying athleticism that earned him comparisons to Russell Westbrook and Derrick Rose during the 2019 NBA Draft process. While Morant is throwing down highlight-reel dunks as often as he used to, he still relies on his athleticism to make game-changing plays.

The Memphis Grizzlies welcomed the Charlotte Hornets to FedExForum Wednesday night in a contest between two of the most popular guards in basketball Morant and Charlotte's LaMelo Ball. While the game hasn't even hit halftime yet, Morant already has himself a season-highlight-worthy play.

JA MORANT DOING IT ALL.

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— Hoop Central (@TheHoopCentral) January 23, 2025

With second-year guard Nick Smith Jr. eyeing down Charlotte center Mark Williams for a fast break lob, Morant tracked the ball down the court and made the high-flying block that got fans on their feet.

Heading into tonight's contest, Morant is averaging 21.3 points, 4.3 rebounds, and 7.5 assists for the Grizzlies as they look positioned to make a serious run in the Western Conference. Despite a small sample size of just 19 career playoff games, Morant has averaged 27.3 points and 8.6 assists during that stretch.

Congrats to our December @Kia NBA Western Conference Defensive Player of the Month‼️@jarenjacksonjr totaled 23 steals & 22 blocks over the 14 games in December pic.twitter.com/H3OxLS6evg
— Memphis Grizzlies (@memgrizz) January 23, 2025

The Grizzlies will look to improve their winning streak to four games with a win over the Hornets tonight, as they look to overtake the Houston Rockets for possession of the second seed in the West.

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