Jamie is Jas confidant, as the young point guard practically tells her everything. The NCAA's official Division I record book only recognizes triple-doubles that took place in seasons in which the NCAA kept track of the relevant statistical categories throughout Division I. When asked where Ja should be drafted, he responded: Is there anything before one?. And right on cue, Tee said Ja played like trash in an impromptu post-game interview of his own. However, his height worked against him as all the camps wanted taller players. July 11, 2020. He attended Hillcrest High School in Dalzell, South Carolina, where he was teammates with Hall of Famer Ray Allen, and went on to play college basketball at Claflin University -- a HBCU located in Orangeburg, South Carolina. As mentioned before, Ja Morant will likely go in the top-3 of this summers NBA Draft. What's more, Tee is a former basketball at Claflin University and narrowly missed making an NBA roster. Teniya Morant is a basketball player. [69][70] On February 28, Morant bested this total, scoring a career-high 52 points, on an efficient 22-of-30 shooting, including 4-4 from beyond the arc, in a 118105 win over the San Antonio Spurs. This has been acknowledged by the younger Morant. He put Ja under the instruction of his high school coach Dwayne Edwards, who coached him at Crestwood High School in Sumter, South Carolina. [78][79] On May 7, Morant injured his right knee in game 3 of the series and Memphis would go on to lose in 6 games. Describing Ray Smiths gesture as nice, Tee spoke up for his wife, who, according to him, could not handle attending the game. Ja gave KAT's dad his jersey after Karl Sr. lost his series bet ? But then, Morant said, his mom told his dad she was pregnant . You couldnt open it enough. [11][12][13] His only high major NCAA Division I offer came from South Carolina. earning first-team all-conference honors in the Ohio Valley Conference (OVC) during his freshman season. [37][38] He later earned first-team All-American honors from the United States Basketball Writers Association and second-team All-American honors from Sporting News. Ja Morant was just a little boy when Tee started training him in basketball, and with two athletic parents, it came as no surprise that the sport came naturally to him. Ja's father, Tee Morant, was a high school teammate of Ray Allen. He was born in Dallas Texas and grew up in South Carolina. . In the three games he played, he averaged 38.3 points per game on 50.6%/43.3%/85.7% shooting splits. [36], At the end of the regular season, he was named OVC Player of the Year and first-team All-OVC, while leading the NCAA Division I in assists. [86] On December 7, Morant put up his sixth career triple-double with 26 points, 13 rebounds, and 11 assists In a 123102 win over the Oklahoma City Thunder. Ja Morant's record-breaking third quarter, triple-double highlight Grizzlies' win vs. Lakers The Memphis Grizzlies and Los Angeles Lakers went toe-to-toe until Ja Morant's explosive third quarter . Basically, Tee isnt the only person with an incredibly high opinion of his sons ability. [77] On May 3, during Game 2 of the second round of the playoffs Morant put up a playoff career-high 47 points along with 8 rebounds, 8 assists and 3 steals in a 106101 win over the Golden State Warriors. He did, however, go to Crestwood High School. South Carolina native Teniya Morant wore the same numbered jersey as her brother's, NBA star Ja Morant when she played in high school. Memphis Grizzlies. According to the father of two, his little girl is easier to train than her big brother. Ja said Tee ran from the smoke as he would never be able to play him 1-on-1 again. Tee said, The negative things I had in me, I wanted to keep out of him, as far as the going out and all that. [61], On October 20, 2021, in the Grizzlies' season opener, Morant recorded 37 points and six assists in a 132121 win over the Cleveland Cavaliers. About Us Many men would prefer to pursue a glamorous career in the NBA but not Tee, who chose love and family above career. Ja Morant finished his high school career playing at Crestwood High School, earning All-Region Most Valuable Player three times and earning All-State honors. The Murray State star is quietly making a name for himself and will soon be in an NBA city near you", "Mid-major to millions: Ja Morant's life is changing quickly", "How Ja Morant went from an unranked player in high school to the likely No. Tee Morant's tall son is Tee. [27] On November 24, 2018, Morant posted 29 points, a season-high 13 rebounds, and 12 assists in a 7766 win over Missouri State, becoming the first Murray State player to ever record multiple triple-doubles. Mother and son are super close. Thats my motivation, Morant said. Overlooked prospect: Coming out of high school, Morant was not ranked by the major recruiting services. Just do it: Morant was the first member of the 2019 Draft class to secure a shoe deal (with Nike). Ja Morant was born in Dalzel, on August 10, 1999. Get to know the Phoenix Suns' young superstar with these 10 interesting factoids about his life and career. Heres what you need to know: According to The Big Lead, Tee Morant played high school basketball alongside Ray Allen at Hillcrest High in Dalzell (S.C.). Coach, can you open the gym this Sunday? Ja Morant scored 28 of his 39 points in the third quarter and added 10 assists and 10 rebounds, and the Memphis Grizzlies beat the Los Angeles 121-109 on Tuesday night in the Lakers' first game since LeBron James injured his right foot. She was the point guard for her schools basketball team, and her quest to try out another sport led the Afro-Americans to choose softball. According to Jamie, she is Ja Morants biggest supporter. [15] On September 3, 2016, Morant committed to playing for Murray State during dinner at McMahon's house. He made the announcement ahead of the Draft on social media: All my life my parents worked for a check. When they are alone after a loss, the young point guard will seek his fathers superior wisdom in finding out what he did wrong in the field of play. Likewise, he weighs 75 kg. After participating in free agency camps and playing internationally, Blake Sandlin writes, Tees professional aspirations were cut short when he found out his wife was pregnant with Ja.. He had plans to turn professional but decided not to pursue it when his wife, Jamie, got pregnant with Ja. Tee Morant is the proud father and harshest critic of Memphis Grizzlies superstar Ja Morant. July 7, 2021 by Steve DelVecchio Memphis Grizzlies star Ja Morant is one of the best young players in the NBA, and just about anyone who follows basketball could tell you that. He is a tall man, standing at 6 feet 3 inches. [63] On December 29, Morant put up a season-high 41 points, behind a career-high six made three-pointers, to lead Memphis to a 10499 victory over the Lakers. Privacy Policy Advertisement Hes a self-critic, but he calls me his first hater which I am. Besides that, Tee's son, Ja, has amassed a massive amount of money from his professional basketball career. Between his poster-worthy jump shots and his influential nature, Morant is lining himself up to be the next basketball legend. [87], On January 29, 2023, Morant put up his seventh career triple-double with 27 points, 10 rebounds, and 15 assists in a 112100 win over the Indiana Pacers. How much does Ja Morant make? Jamie Morant, Ja Morants mother, was born just before the yuletide on the 20th of December 1975. During the game, Morant set school records for career assists and single-season points. The father of the young basketball player is known as Tee Morant. Tee smiled from ear to ear when Memphis closed out the series 4-2 in Minneapolis, and Towns Sr. had to make good on his bet. Tee Morant played high school basketball at Hillcrest High in Dalzell alongside future NBA star Ray Allen, who spent 18 seasons in the league. This might seem very harsh on Ja, but Morant opened up about how his dad keeps him humble and encourages him to be better. They should try out a twin situation where Usher goes to a Grizz game as Tee to see if anyone notices. The Memphis Grizzlies point guard is fortunate to have two experienced parents in the basketball game. Before then, Id probably get one dunk out of 25 tries, recalled Morant. A native of South Carolina, Tee played high school basketball at Hillcrest and was a teammate of Hall of Fame guard Ray Allen. [29] By around December 2018, Morant was almost unanimously projected as a top-five selection in the 2019 NBA draft, and in late January 2019, at least one outlet forecasted him as the first overall selection. Between his poster-worthy jump shots and his influential nature, Morant is lining himself up to be the next basketball legend. He earned the NBA Rookie of the Year honor in 2020 and was selected for the NBA All-Star Game in 2022. Scrutiny of Jamies academic history indicates that the South Carolina native achieved her high school education in New York, where she passed through Harlem High School. He has a sister who is also a basketball player. Trending But he might be the one guiding Ja into the game from childhood. He also became the first player in Grizzlies history to put up at least 25 points, 10 rebounds, and 15 assists in a game. Does Ja Morant Have A Brother? What is Ja Morant's net worth? Donovan, who described the experience as something truly special labeled Tee an Afro-American dad who has worked extremely hard in bringing his Afro-American son through life. Besides, Tee was able to get Ja into the game where he (Tee) was overlooked and underrated. He also tied Marc Gasol for the most triple-doubles in Grizzlies history. NBA point guard Temetrius Jamel "Ja" Morant was born on August 10, 1999. However, his professional aspirations were cut short when he found out his wife was pregnant with Ja. Making ends meet as a mere barber was difficult, but their love for each other kept them glued together for decades. Zion Williamson and Ja Morant are the two most electrifying names in college hoops and projected to go first and second overall in our own Jonathan Adams' latest mock drafts. [60] The Grizzlies were eliminated, losing the series in five games. They considered it a desperate attempt to grab attention. Tee Morant was Ray Allen's high . As of now, his father is a barber. Morant's father became fixture on the sidelines during the Grizzlies run through the NBA Playoffs and beyond, recently coming to the defense of his son and Dillon Brooks. [5][6] But when Jamie became pregnant with Ja, he abandoned his basketball career and stayed at home,[1][2][6][7] becoming a barber instead. "That's the goat. Nothing has been said about Jamies mum, and information about her family background is sadly lacking. It was the second triple-double in school history, the first coming from Isacc Miles in 1984, and was also the record for most assists at a CFSB Center game, surpassing the old mark of 12 established by Aubrey Reese against Alabama State in 1999. Memphis also tied their franchise record with 56 wins. However, there are few details regarding his career earnings and net worth. The campaign will feature Morant and his father Tee Morant in Powerade's "What 50% More Means" commercial. Morant had a breakout season as a sophomore, leading the Racers to a 30-1 record and the Ohio . He was one of two players in Division I with 400 points, 200 rebounds and 200 assists (joining Marshalls Jon Elmore). By nationality, Ja holds American citizenship and belongs to an Afro-American ethnic background. Additionally, only George Mikan, in the BAA in 1949, scored more than Morants 73 points through his first two postseason games. The first round series between the Memphis Grizzlies and. 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