Wednesday was redemption night for Grizzlies star Ja Morant as he returned to the court for the first time since March 3 to turn a new page.
This was evident by the hoodies sported by his father Tee Morant and daughter Kaari that was printed with just one word: “redemption.”Click here to download the FREE KWAM App to stay up to date on breaking news across Memphis and the Mid-South.
Coming off the controversial videos shared on his social media page that resulted in an 8-game suspension, the superstar point guard came off the bench and was met with a standing ovation.
The audience says it all. This city loves Ja Morant & this is only the beginning. pic.twitter.com/KWlw0O6I3X
— Growl Towel Central (@GTC901) March 23, 2023
There was no doubt the city stood with Morant. They had his back all the way.
And without wasting any time, Morant had a little welcome-back gift for the fans.
JA MORANT POSTER DUNK
HES BACK???— GrizzMuse (@GrizzlyMuse) March 23, 2023
Morant finished the game with 17 points in the 130-125 win over the Houston Rockets.
That win propelled the Grizzlies further past the neck-and-neck battle for the No. 2 seed against the Sacramento Kings in the western conference.
Not only did Morant deliver with substance and style, but they also came out with the crucial victory.
It’s hard to put into words exactly how electric the Forum was last night, but I’m sure Kaari can think of a few.
“IT’S A PARADE INSIDE MY CITY YEAH”
Ja Morant and his daughter Kaari are feeling good after the Grizzlies take down the Rockets in Ja’s return game ?❤️pic.twitter.com/JjlkXi3aP0
— ClutchPoints (@ClutchPointsApp) March 23, 2023
