How a bag of chips and a tractor tire helped Ja Morant become an NBA lottery lock

How a bag of chips and a tractor tire helped Ja Morant become an NBA lottery lock | E:60

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Ja Morant might seem like an obvious draft pick now -- he's projected to go No. 2 overall to the Memphis Grizzlies in the 2019 NBA draft. But the former Murray State point guard spent much of his high school and college years being overlooked. In fact, his basketball talent might have gone entirely undiscovered if not for a tractor tire and a bag of chips. E:60’s Clinton Yates sits down with the 19-year-old to uncover the details of his unusual -- and sudden -- path to the center of the basketball conversation.
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@timothyahalley5064 5 жыл бұрын

athletes like Ja really highlight just how poor our scouting system can be in this country. thank god he was found

@jacobpoole3675 5 жыл бұрын

kinda fucked honestly

@majcry4188 5 жыл бұрын

Yeah, and who knows, there could be a player someone who has/had pote tial to be the goat and will never be found.

@geraldn51 5 жыл бұрын

Or circumstance/choices ruin it. Ever see 'Rebound:The legend of Earl Manigualt'? That's where the term The Goat probably came from.

@jaydendhaliwal8238 5 жыл бұрын

Timothy A Halley they really just look for size and athleticism nowadays. I think there mentality is that they can make these raw kids develop skills which makes sense but sucks for the kids that aren’t as genetically gifted but work there ass off.

@Libturd 5 жыл бұрын

And also to keep working when u never get noticed. His name didnt get called so he got back to work. And someone saw that.

@LGib01 5 жыл бұрын

Ja’s big dunk was the real life version of A.I.’s dunk over Corey in 2K

@jock8015 5 жыл бұрын

Lukas G ong😂😂

@epg581 5 жыл бұрын

So true 😂😂

@15ksubsfordonuts56 5 жыл бұрын

He reminds me of my player 6ft2 slasher playmaker

@Big_x-mw2zx 5 жыл бұрын

@@15ksubsfordonuts56 stfu

@cartercamacho4749 5 жыл бұрын

facts

@Niggalodeon323 4 жыл бұрын

that’s a good dad right there 😢

@SillyCatCentral 3 жыл бұрын

Thought i would just be the first reply

@xbp7318 3 жыл бұрын

@@SillyCatCentral I was seven minutes late

@casualsweater 3 жыл бұрын

My father was always more late than that 7 minutes picking me up.

@v3rtigo978 3 жыл бұрын

Your name kills me brother

@Tony-ic4lg 3 жыл бұрын

@Luis Cabrera same lol

@isaacciriacoo 4 жыл бұрын

Every kid’s dream, to be randomly practicing and a scout notices you and signs you😭

@tinbin7 3 жыл бұрын

when you be hooping at your front yard then a car pasts and you start showing off hoping its a scout

@imraangill5630 3 жыл бұрын

@@tinbin7 so accurate

@ballin1006 2 жыл бұрын

@@tinbin7 so true

@staysolidshades254 Жыл бұрын

Romans 10:9 because, if you confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved.d

@zaydagoat9443 Жыл бұрын

@@staysolidshades254 Amen

@ahmedmahdi3228 5 жыл бұрын

Respect to his dad 💯 you can go big places when you have a support system around you

@probablyDae5832 5 жыл бұрын

It's either the support you fulfill your dreams or they don't and you prove them wrong.

@ahmedmahdi3228 5 жыл бұрын

No Its Patrick couldn’t agree more 💯

@Eighty5iveprod 5 жыл бұрын

Nigga. U can go big places when ur taller then most ppl.....his dad was just the spark.

@Grunjii 5 жыл бұрын

Ahmed Mahdi I know right his dad built a whole court and cooked for the whole team

@ahmedmahdi3228 5 жыл бұрын

Ant B that’s my point. A lot of people don’t have that spark, but Ja’s dad was, and look where it got him

@SJck175 5 жыл бұрын

Only thing he has to work on is his landings🤦🏾‍♂️, i dont want another derrick rose story😢💀, he’s so explosive

@samlite7588 5 жыл бұрын

so true

@Mafiavelli 5 жыл бұрын

💯 ima cry

@majcry4188 5 жыл бұрын

Yeah I saw it in the video and instantly thought of Klays injury, he landed exactly like him.

@Libturd 5 жыл бұрын

Yea after so many injuries, all of the landings in this videos got me spooked

@osas5211 5 жыл бұрын

Majcry nah Klay’s was lack of focus, he wasn’t paying attention to his landing but instead the ball

@Max-gn9tg 4 жыл бұрын

Shout to his DAD! He could have said “son you’re only 5’7” maybe basketball is not your thing” Instead he trains him and builds him up to the point where this guy is the NBA R.O.Y!!!!??? DAAAM!!!! Happy Fathers Day🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥💪🏾💪🏾💪🏾💪🏾

@MyNameIsMalachi 2 ай бұрын

Facts

@epictnt 3 жыл бұрын

Shout out to his DAD man. Gave his son everything he could to get him there. The smile on that dudes face in the photo when his Ja committed to Murray St. was priceless. That's about as happy and proud as a human being could possibly be. Well deserved. Good job dad!

@TrillBill 3 жыл бұрын

Father's matter 💯

@linkhearts 5 жыл бұрын

even a guy as talented as Ja Morant almost didn’t get a chance at his dream because of lack of willingness to give a “shorter” player the opportunity. It’s really a shame how many players with superstar potential must get overlooked because of that.

@HighOffLife. 5 жыл бұрын

yung zack it is what it is 🚶🏻

@sankeerthkoshy61 5 жыл бұрын

I think his weight played a bigger role in that too

@kahglizzy6990 4 жыл бұрын

Stephen Curry

@yunan9610 4 жыл бұрын

Well, if we were to compare it to previous decades, it's getting better, really

@Airtu 4 жыл бұрын

Lol overlooked

@delve421 4 жыл бұрын

the voice, the mannerisms, the explosiveness.. ive seen this before... yo ja, finish what rose started my dawg

@omidhassani4988 3 жыл бұрын

delve bro don’t make me cry

@aryasomu3181 3 жыл бұрын

enough to make a man cry

@stateofmindphilosophyandps214 2 жыл бұрын

Now, he’s still with The grizzlies, leading them to the 3rd seed in the conference as of Jan 21st 2022. averaging the same stats as MVP d rose. 25 ppg in his 3rd year. and to think he almost wasn’t found. has some of the most insane clips i’ve seen recently. truly a great player . i hope his career ends well and not in the same direction as rose. all the best to Ja

@roncoloscos2183 2 жыл бұрын

I'm shaking my head because I just can't imagine how his father trained him personally instead of getting him into basketball programs which are expensive. This is just one of those stories will tell you that the hindrance of achieving your goals or making them begins inside of your head. I'm touched by his story because I never followed anyone's nba story from nba other than Kobe and this man.

@THEREAL_GZUS 2 жыл бұрын

His father need to create a program , if the kids really want to work for it like ja imagine the possibilities he can create with help of others of course

@TheDailyLore 5 жыл бұрын

“The best bag of chips in my life I’ve ever had.” Had me DEAD

@pastaisgod1711 5 жыл бұрын

@Jessie Jonez shit wasn't corny mannn... he knows this bag of chips changed someone else's life. That's something to really enjoy.

@faarisqazi7292 5 жыл бұрын

can u show me the timestamp

@lilc8900 4 жыл бұрын

@@faarisqazi7292 6:27

@Icaruuuuusss 4 жыл бұрын

U know ur chips is good when it taste like hair and ey-wait what

@Babyitqly556 5 жыл бұрын

Shoutout to His Dad for Not getting The Groceries 💯

@Amb252 4 жыл бұрын

Facts they get the groceries and never come back

@publicenemy0077 4 жыл бұрын

Milk*

@stefan218 3 жыл бұрын

Danny Jones not all, my dad is faithful

@dyslexiccone6676 3 жыл бұрын

Lionel Messigician congrats?

@yeatdagoat173 3 жыл бұрын

He's the type of dad to come back with the milk

@oh6120 4 жыл бұрын

Dad was the real MVP doing the things he did for him💯 Congrats Ja!

@Kmclemore 2 жыл бұрын

Look at Ja now!! Came a long a way and one of my favorite players 💪🏽

@h1xlockz117 5 жыл бұрын

Ja⚡️ go crazy in the nba man.. you earned this moment

@dragonwiz1078 5 жыл бұрын

Ja i hope u see this

@Amb252 4 жыл бұрын

@King Savage you have zero basketball knowledge

@admiinn9321 4 жыл бұрын

@King Savage wow that was weak

@WildHemii 4 жыл бұрын

KingSlim X to look at him now. This dudes insane at finishing around the rim

@strahinjapetkovic3417 4 жыл бұрын

@King Savage well he ain't no bust

@uprightfossil6673 5 жыл бұрын

He was applauded at Murray State University when he announced he would leave "early " for the NBA. We are not jealous, here. We are not haters. We applaud his accomplishments and what he did for The program. We have sent three NBA first round picks in six years..... We will get another. Thanks Ja!

@zahir2942 4 жыл бұрын

two were trash, hopefully Ja pans out

@henry7486 4 жыл бұрын

Zahir Who were the other two?

@hto560 4 жыл бұрын

Zahir Looking Like ROY now

@GummyYT 4 жыл бұрын

HTO His game against Rockets was absurd

@skiddlybop4381 4 жыл бұрын

Oooooo weeeee, I don't watch Murray State but I just can't see Ja NOT being the best player to come out of there. If only he would have finished that dunk on K-Love (y'all know the one, don't play like you didn't see it). That dunk would have gone down as one of the most iconic dunks in NBA history.

@janzencady4470 2 жыл бұрын

Lot of respect goes to dad. He didn’t know his son was going to turn into this but he was ready to build him a court and cook for his friends and give him that opportunity!

@JeffGrossPoker 3 жыл бұрын

Powerful piece. Brought tears! Have an entire new appreciation for Ja, wishing him the best on his journey that is off to a hot start!

@tactics9432 5 жыл бұрын

If you reading this chase your dreams🙌

@EbossFyp 5 жыл бұрын

Tactics thanks i will

@axmxms7100 4 жыл бұрын

Tactics no

@codyykwgo4214 4 жыл бұрын

Amen ty

@cyrilletezzot6700 4 жыл бұрын

@FON Baby A what's your fûcking problem?

@nba543 4 жыл бұрын

No create you’re dreams.

@ctcmonk 5 жыл бұрын

Nothing like watching Ja Morant while listening to Trap Sax... If you know you know... 🤷🏾‍♂️🤷🏾‍♂️

@pasta5762 5 жыл бұрын

Rich Harrow ayyy jimmy

@shamierbatula8126 5 жыл бұрын

JXMY

@jamesbillingsley7 5 жыл бұрын

Jxmy Highroller

@ehoops3567 5 жыл бұрын

JXMY IS THE GOAT

@jihoyt 5 жыл бұрын

Yes

@beautiful80sladies22 2 жыл бұрын

54 yrs old, sitting in the backyard sun.....made my day.....my dream was pro baseball, worked tirelessly, especially when people were doing other stuff....had 2 d1 midmajor PWO for football.....threw my arm out in college, it was over.....last few years both shoulders done, hernia repair, gall bladder. The body says time to pay.....I have no regrets....I root for all the Ja's in this world......don't waste a day, do quality work vs busy work and know there are others that wish to beat you at this moment. Stay safe 🙏 and God bless ✝️

@heavensarmyministries4097 2 жыл бұрын

My man hasn’t let anyone down🙏🏼

@iamkodak5272 4 жыл бұрын

“Zion Williamson Ja’s AAU teammate” 😂😂😂

@landonburkey7207 4 жыл бұрын

I Am Kodak i saw that in the vid and i was like lemme see if someone else commented it😂

@jacebaxter2727 4 жыл бұрын

@Magic yea ok

@14MrHowTo 4 жыл бұрын

@Magic lel u arent a nba fan if u dont know him because he is drafted #1 this season

@msi7191 4 жыл бұрын

Magic 😂😂😂😂🙏🏾 for him

@user-pd7qu3kw5n 4 жыл бұрын

Mr. How To r/ wooooosh

@thelearner55 5 жыл бұрын

It's crazy how the coach just came to that back gym to see Ja! Like what if he got mad and just went home. He wouldn't have been at Murray State or the #2 pick in this year's draft.

@TimDaGoof 5 жыл бұрын

Right time right place bro

@JG-ys6bq 5 жыл бұрын

Conch Boy Animations god does certain stuff for good reasons 🙏🏽

@TimDaGoof 5 жыл бұрын

Jorge Sanchez lol I was going to say that but didn’t know if he religious or not 😂

@ceoofbrunestud5894 5 жыл бұрын

Chaos theory right there bro

@uprightfossil6673 5 жыл бұрын

Murray State University coaches are special. Look what the players act and talk like on and off the court.... Come see a game, you will be amazed... It's electric, and the tradition continues

@K1DKUDDLES 4 жыл бұрын

This kid is very very special. Deserves all of the current success and future success he will have!

@feifeishuishui 2 жыл бұрын

This is a lovely kid. Humble, hardworking, and talented.

@semajhutchins5893 5 жыл бұрын

Damn bro. He's going to be a problem in the NBA. His story alone is unbelievable. How are you that talented, but unnoticed and you're playing alongside Zion

@Navs126 5 жыл бұрын

Because he was playing along Zion. The man is on notice when he walks in.

@Amb252 4 жыл бұрын

@King Savage 🤣🤣🤣🤣

@njkidd8 4 жыл бұрын

King Savage L

@gugi4477 4 жыл бұрын

@King Savage Say that again LOL

@nomistakes6973 4 жыл бұрын

King Savage big L my boy

@PaytonIgo 5 жыл бұрын

You just got to find yourself an old tractor tire.

@Ryan-th6wn 4 жыл бұрын

@Úlfur Númi Baldursson 13yo here, 5'7 can touch rim. Just wanna dunk too :(

@Ryan-th6wn 4 жыл бұрын

@Rowanurboat 40 24 for me

@nelsondendomo6687 4 жыл бұрын

@Timz Tv At 13 I was 5'4 now I'm 15 and I'm 6'1, you'll get there just practice. I can dunk but not consistently tho.

@landonholtcamp2453 4 жыл бұрын

I’m 13 years old and 4”10 and a half

@lololololololol347 4 жыл бұрын

Tf im 14 and 5'4 🤦‍♂️

@NighmareRS 4 жыл бұрын

His father really took his time with him. That’s a real one 👊🏽

@randomguy4781 3 жыл бұрын

His dad is a great man. believed in his son from the very beginning and it paid off. that's what every father should inspire to be.

@svanablak 5 жыл бұрын

the biggest thing for me is HIS BLACK DADDY HAD A DIRECT INFLUENCE ON HIS LIFE...PERIOD!☝🏾

@fortzprod.8096 4 жыл бұрын

Fucking stfu svan, I’m black and I’ve had my father with me since I was born. I don’t know if you actually noticed but most black people actually do have there father’s.

@CM-oy2kd 4 жыл бұрын

svanablak facts

@dre2085 4 жыл бұрын

@@fortzprod.8096 i doubt youre black.

@BernieSanders-bn5dk 4 жыл бұрын

Thats sad

@ladyindaroom 4 жыл бұрын

PERIOD!

@drewwinchester4221 5 жыл бұрын

Born & raised in South Carolina & I’m so proud to see Ja & Zion go 1st & 2nd in the draft! SC represent!

@chasesburner 4 жыл бұрын

This man is literally living a 2k MyCareer Mode 😂

@landonlogsdon490 4 жыл бұрын

Used to live in Memphis during the Grit n Grind era. Been watching them rebuild for a few years now. It's finally over! This guy is the new face of the franchise!!

@TheDonkeyFLOPPER 5 жыл бұрын

The stories coming out of this draft are so damn good. Seriously want all these guys to succeed. Ja’s got such a great dad. Love to see a dad push his son to greater things

@f82josephh Жыл бұрын

and look at him now Lol

@newbsauce941 5 жыл бұрын

He's a good kid I wish all the best for him

@uprightfossil6673 5 жыл бұрын

Yes he is... Murray State University coaches do not bring problems to campus. Our student athletes are either juco transfers, or academically eligible players when they get here. Every single one of them can handle the microphone without embarrassing themself.

@henrgyhumburger 4 жыл бұрын

I’m from Memphis and we’re blessed for having Ja

@dunkit5200 3 жыл бұрын

😎⚡⚡⚡

@xtiantv6631 3 жыл бұрын

Behind every great athletes there's a loving parents . Great dad bond

@borood1188 5 жыл бұрын

So he was all that and a bag of chips?

@dynastydojo5988 4 жыл бұрын

Bo Rood Bihhhhhh Im dead You get the trophy cuhh 😂😂😂😂

@Black-vi3zg 4 жыл бұрын

Ain't that a joyner lucas reference?

@jornvidsandanimation5112 4 жыл бұрын

Yui Lala lmao yeah

@bruhology6437 3 жыл бұрын

You deserve a trophy for this one

@yanikolamitr9984 3 жыл бұрын

the biggest thing for me is HIS BLACK DADDY HAD A DIRECT INFLUENCE ON HIS LIFE...PERIOD!☝🏾

@brokenlaptop7114 5 жыл бұрын

Me after watching this video *mom can you buy me a bag of chips and a tractor tire* Mom: *What for* *i wanna be an NBA player*

@ninja8twin_ 4 жыл бұрын

No chamce

@BreadVanVleet 3 жыл бұрын

Don't listen to people like Ricci. They ain't goin nowhere. Go be great! I'm rooting for you!

@brokenlaptop7114 3 жыл бұрын

Jesse Warshak thanks my guy you made my day

@musclemommyenjoyer 3 жыл бұрын

Broken Laptop how’s progress? It too am on the grind to the top

@bingflosby 2 жыл бұрын

Having a dad that cares about you that much really makes the difference

@MrCaribbean 3 жыл бұрын

Well done Ja, bless your dad. much respect, keep on growing.

@marcochan371 5 жыл бұрын

Almost teared up in the end. Truly an amazing story!

@pg13pacernation30 5 жыл бұрын

Ja's journey is incredible to where he is at today. Wish him the best of luck in the NBA

@omqrxnt 2 жыл бұрын

i wish i had a dad like ja's dad. So supportive and helpful.

@Coolgiy67 4 жыл бұрын

It’s crazy how good highschoolers can be and go unnoticed

@FashionRoadman 4 жыл бұрын

very crazy

@olivercope8949 2 жыл бұрын

@@FashionRoadman Super crazy

@4BKATP 4 жыл бұрын

The way he got noticed was an act of God

@moakinsulire 5 жыл бұрын

GOD ALMIGHTY'S WAYS ARE MYSTERIOUS BUT AWESOME... Making a coach hungry at the right time and all that other stuff... no such thing as a coincidence.

@jzz6727 5 жыл бұрын

akin akins God bless!!

@moakinsulire 5 жыл бұрын

Jaden Adatan thanks all glory to HIM

@Morelgian 5 жыл бұрын

Finally, a good comment. Glory to God for He is GOOD

@moakinsulire 5 жыл бұрын

Gian yes sir HE IS

@kwakuoteng-mensah9177 5 жыл бұрын

Hallelujah

@rj3amundson52 2 жыл бұрын

2.5 years later, and this man is an NBA All-star starter, and leading the grizzlies to a potential deep playoff run. Absolutely amazing story. Cannot wait to see the career he has. Go Ja and go Grizz!

@Jason-gt5bz 11 ай бұрын

and here we are...poor decision after poor decision, if he keeps this up he wont be in the NBA any longer

@C.O.GELIJAH 2 жыл бұрын

Who else has come back to see how much this guy has grown. All Star this year, future All NBA team, future MVP. The skys the limit for him and we here for it JA

@trulane8703 5 жыл бұрын

I’ve practiced with him at his old high school (legacy academy) one time it was pretty cool

@oceanman7527 4 жыл бұрын

Tru Lane was it coach Ron

@oceanman7527 4 жыл бұрын

He coaches me

@xavierdawkins920 4 жыл бұрын

Dude his Dad realized this dream early fool That was like the Sunday night Rec and cookout dude he is goated he put in effort and it paid off

@spitimouvids6427 4 жыл бұрын

All that work paying off. Shout out to the dad for the training and support system for him.

@raymondlucero4999 Жыл бұрын

I'm so glad that this young man got noticed. Imagine if he had not been? All of the wow moments would not be. Thank JM! You bring an excitement to the game that hasn't been seen since the days of Jordan. Stay humble young man. GOD bless you!

@leidonnames1748 Жыл бұрын

He had 11 D2 offers

@lucas3378 5 жыл бұрын

the 58 dislikes definitely got dunked on by Ja

@danielpiasecki6001 4 жыл бұрын

My favorite player in the nba. And so cool that he and zion are both in the leauge dominating in there rookie year.

@retiredtillsixteen418 4 жыл бұрын

Nothing but love for this man right here

@KendiceSmith 2 жыл бұрын

Love this Kid. It's like watching a young Jordan, Kobe and Iverson all in one, with heart, passion, will, fearlessness and straight love for the game.

@Stiffy69er 5 жыл бұрын

His shooting form and footwork looks pretty pure already, I would imagine it won't take him that long before he's super deadly👀

@Amb252 4 жыл бұрын

He gonna be a problem

@zilphydillard232 2 жыл бұрын

Its true GREAT THINGS come in small packages!!

@icetray2727 5 жыл бұрын

How long has it been since ESPN did a E:60?

@igethighhighhigh 5 жыл бұрын

Maurice King good question thou

@dylanschaefer5662 5 жыл бұрын

Good though brother amen

@soicyboiinc 5 жыл бұрын

The mountain episode

@bettershadeofme 3 жыл бұрын

Such a Fan, not just of his talent but his story and who he is!

@sno6762 3 жыл бұрын

I watch this video every so often. So inspiring. Great editing on ESPN's part

@davidperezjr2992 5 жыл бұрын

You know their might be a player as good or better then ja, and that player never got noticed.

@clyder46 5 жыл бұрын

@King Savage about you? yeah probably

@jcw8719 4 жыл бұрын

King Savage that’s what I’m saying, all some people need is a chance

@chicagoblackhawks9840 4 жыл бұрын

You can say that again. I dunked on Zion 11 times in a NCAA game last year, but I wasn't noticed cuz i was only 4'10" and 7 years old.

@dameisfazo6093 4 жыл бұрын

David Perez Jr stfu

@scj1668 3 жыл бұрын

He is not wrong but I mean luck of the draw

@winz319 Жыл бұрын

How two Instagram live streams and a gun helped Ja Morant get his NBA contract canceled.

@degambz8826 2 жыл бұрын

I've become a fan after watching this. Didn't really pay much attention to him until the last two weeks. But his hard work and dedication is clearly paying off...its just amazing what he's doing 👏

@cjt2409 2 жыл бұрын

For real, it’s mad the progress he has made, he gonna be special, he’s only just getting started still & already gonna be an all star starter, MVP & rings soon come

@wmadianabumadian4673 2 жыл бұрын

No pain no gain. Hard work, clear objective and determination will always pay off. You are one of the best and you make the game so much fun to watch. God bless and keep up the good work ethic...

@LateNightGoon5 4 жыл бұрын

Honestly respect ✊🏽 Ja & his game man! 💪🏽💯

@510kid9 4 жыл бұрын

The bag of chips comment at the end got me emotional for some reason. Both Ja and the coach probably were trying to get a break in life.

@tanthony3895 Жыл бұрын

Amazing talent....due to hard work, heart, and drive! A real blessing.

@shivvashishthabhargava4600 2 жыл бұрын

We love you Ja!

@ztblank78 4 жыл бұрын

As soon as Ja was drafted he was officially my favourite player.

@rambo_bandz1041 4 жыл бұрын

Just imagine how many prodigy’s are missed. Ja was really lucky to be found

@tonylewis7789 2 жыл бұрын

I respect his parents so much

@kevinsimpson5809 3 жыл бұрын

This young man has big heart and game.

@drillano4845 4 жыл бұрын

This story almost made me cry.

@bh-0330 2 жыл бұрын

after seeing him play in march madness i just felt like this dude would find his way somehow in the nba. here he is borderline superstar in the league

@josephgledhill7046 2 жыл бұрын

ja is lucky, his dad built him a b-ball court, and ja just had random people come over and play ball with him. he probably made tons of friends like that. sounds fun

@lavery0365 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent Video, Ja is an incredible talent and he seems to have a solid family support system. I wish this brother the best, it is such a great pleasure to see his game and the way he's matured.

@ciciandgoobie2188 4 жыл бұрын

What a great father just goes to show how important a father figure is

@joeking5896 4 жыл бұрын

Ja’s a monster on the court this guy has talent keep ballin Ja strive for the top👆.

@dunkit5200 3 жыл бұрын

absolutely true

@comecme2292 2 жыл бұрын

He is a humble guy . God bless u

@BlackDudeHoods 2 жыл бұрын

Massive props to the guys dad. Ja has the heart of a champion.

@nate453 4 жыл бұрын

His dad is as talented as ja like come on he knew how to parent so well what a nice dude

@strikeone8906 5 жыл бұрын

I like this kid. Can't wait to watch him in the NBA

@tommyhurst8741 4 жыл бұрын

His dad really seems like a standup guy his influence and support helped lead Ja to where he is now

@ochunsalter7242 2 жыл бұрын

He is. His Dad was Ray Allen's teammate in High school. Sumpter sc Hillcrest HS. He could ball too

@pastorq.johnsonsr.5042 2 жыл бұрын

Beautiful man this dude is great and shout out to dad!! Most definitely his is Ja biggest fan! Love it!

@eno2revel223 2 жыл бұрын

I see why his hops crazy. Jumping into and out of the inner rim of those tires was genius by his father. Every muscle and tendon in his feet and legs is really strapped to bone Jack.

@raejonnriggins 2 жыл бұрын

He earned my compassion. Didn’t like him like that ( bit arrogant) but backstories are where you learn to love ppl differently and wholesomely. Congrats Ja & Tee Morant

@bbzvxb3929 2 жыл бұрын

Crazy how my boy doing now that all star game was crazy too💯

@ballin1006 2 жыл бұрын

And this kid is one of the best in the world. Hard work pays off

@younggoat5066 2 жыл бұрын

now he is the best player from the 2019 draft

@nathanielbuettner2163 4 жыл бұрын

Now look at him. Haters ignored him, now he’s pro hoppin in the big league among the legends

@Paterleano 2 жыл бұрын

What a dad, provided the ball and court & fed the community, star or no star!

@kevinreji9504 2 жыл бұрын

And to see where he is currently in the league: all-star starter, future MVP. Carrying the grizzlies on his back at just 22. Respect 💯

@rogercope3458 2 жыл бұрын

Chips are my least favorite drink, ESPECALLY WHEN THEY ARE GIVEN TO ME BY A LIAR

@olivercope8949 2 жыл бұрын

Honestly

@jodicope3092 2 жыл бұрын

My least favorite drink was chips before tbh

@reidcope6912 2 жыл бұрын

I actually like liar chips 😳🙈😱

@olivercope8949 2 жыл бұрын

@@reidcope6912 🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️NO.🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️

@skillzzz6131 5 жыл бұрын

Who’s here when Ja Morant just went #2 in the draft ?

@goohwap 3 жыл бұрын

this video right here just MOTIVATED ME , thank you ja!!

@thedailylunchbox-foodforth6307 4 жыл бұрын

I watched this kid during the 2019 final 4. What an athlete.