Height
6'2"
Weight
174 lbs
Age
26
College
Murray State
Experience
6 yrs
Fan Verdict
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Career StatsC
| Year | Team | GP | PPG | RPG | APG | SPG | BPG | FG% | 3PT% | FT% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career |  | 327 | 19.4 | 3.3 | 8.1 | 1.0 | 0.3 | 41.0% | 31.1% | 77.3% |
| 2025-26 | | 20 | 19.4 | 3.3 | 8.1 |
Current Contract
Length
3 years
Total Value
$126.5M
Guaranteed
$81.6M
AAV
$39.4M/yr
Performance Analysis
Ja Morant earns a C Performance grade, reflecting league-average production for a point guard. This season, Ja is putting up 19.4 points, 3.3 rebounds, and 8.1 assists per game across 327 games. Ja's strongest area is APG at 8.1, which compares favorably to the point guard median of 4.0. The biggest area for growth is RPG at 3.3 (point guard median: 5.0). Among 93 NBA point guards graded this season, Ja ranks 38th.
Current Sentiment
The narrative around Ja Morant has turned sharply negative, with media and fan sentiment hitting rock bottom despite his undeniable talent on the court. The season-ending elbow injury represents the latest blow to a player whose off-court controversies and now mounting injury concerns have overshadowed his elite playmaking and explosive athleticism. While Morant remains a franchise-caliber point guard when healthy — his All-Star selection this season validates his continued production at the highest level — the public discourse has shifted from celebrating his highlight-reel dunks to questioning his availability and decision-making. The injury adds fuel to existing durability concerns, with fans growing increasingly frustrated by a pattern of missed games that undermines Memphis's competitive window. For the sentiment to recover, Morant needs more than just a successful return from injury — he needs a sustained period of both stellar play and mature leadership that reminds everyone why the Grizzlies built their franchise around him. Right now, public opinion reflects deep skepticism about whether he can consistently deliver on his immense potential, creating a massive disconnect between his actual basketball ability and how he's perceived across the league.
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