Ja Morant Lands New NBA Home in Blockbuster Trade: Report
Summary
Ja Morant has been traded from the Memphis Grizzlies to the Portland Trail Blazers. Memphis received Jerami Grant and Kris Murray in exchange for Morant.Key Facts
- Ja Morant was the No. 2 overall pick in the 2019 NBA Draft.
- He won Rookie of the Year in his first season and was an NBA All-Star two years in a row.
- Morant also earned the Most Improved Player award in the 2021-22 season.
- Portland's backcourt now includes Morant and Damian Lillard, a veteran point guard.
- Jerami Grant had a large contract with $70 million due over the next two seasons.
- Morant has faced injuries and off-court issues and has not played more than 50 games in recent seasons.
- Last season, Morant averaged 19.1 points and 8.1 assists per game over 20 games.
- Morant has $87 million left on his current contract.
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