Ja Morant is a professional basketball player who was born on August 10, 1999, in Dalzell, South Carolina. He played college basketball at Murray State University, where he led the nation in assists and was named Ohio Valley Conference Player of the Year.
Morant was selected as the second overall pick in the 2019 NBA draft by the Memphis Grizzlies. In his rookie season, Morant was named NBA Rookie of the Year, averaging 17.8 points, 7.3 assists, and 3.9 rebounds per game. He has established himself as one of the rising stars in the league, known for his electrifying playmaking ability and athleticism. He also became the first rookie in NBA history to record multiple triple-doubles in a single season.
Ja Morant Age: How old is Ja Morant?
He was born August 10, 1999 (age 23) in Dalzell, South Carolina, U.S.
Ja Morant Height
He measures a height of 6 ft 2 in (1.88 m)
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Ja Morant Weight
He has a weight of 174 lb (79 kg)
Ja Morant Nationality
He is an American
Ja Morant Instagram
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Name | Â Temetrius Jamel “Ja” Morant |
Date of Birth | Â August 10, 1999 |
Nationality | Â American |
Spouse | Kadre Dixon |
Profession | Professional basketball player for the Memphis Grizzlies |
Net Worth | Â $80 Million |
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Ja Morant Education
Morant attended Crestwood High School in Sumter, South Carolina where he played basketball and was named the South Carolina Basketball Coaches Association Player of the Year in his senior year and was also rated as a four-star recruit by 247 Sports. Morant played college basketball at Murray State University. In his freshman year, he led the Ohio Valley Conference in assists and was named the conference’s Freshman of the Year.
Ja Morant Wife
Ja Morant is in a romantic relationship with Kadre Dixon who is also known as KK Dixon.
Ja Morant Children
Morant has a beautiful daughter named Kaari Jaidyn Morant who was born in 2019.
Ja Morant Parents
Ja Morant was born in Dalzell, North Carolina, on 10th August 1999 to his supportive parents Tee and Jamie Morant. Tee and Jamie were athletes in high school and college. Jamie played point guard. Tee Morant was the one who guided Ja into the game since he was a child.
Ja Morant Siblings
The Nba star has a younger sister, Teniya, who grew up playing basketball with him and now competes for Hillcrest Middle School in Dalzell.
Ja Morant Shoes
Ja Morant unveils signature shoe with Nike and becomes the 23rd player in NBA history to receive his own signature sneaker with the company.
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