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This was announced by the Grizzlies on Saturday evening. It was triggered by a video streamed on Instagram of Morant shirtless in a nightclub holding what appeared to be a weapon. The NBA announced that an investigation had been launched against the 23-year-old.
“We saw the video and we’re investigating,” said NBA spokesman Mike Bass. Morant has also made a statement in which he “took full responsibility”. “I will now take some time off and seek help to find ways to better cope with the stress to make myself feel better.”
According to several media reports, the all-star, who is considered one of the best young professionals in the NBA, has attracted negative attention several times in the past few months. Weapons also played a role in this. Morant has since deleted both his Instagram and Twitter accounts. He’s averaged 27.1 points, 8.2 assists and 6.0 rebounds per game this season.
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