Kevin Durant Trolls Ja Morant's Dad During Game
Houston Rockets star Kevin Durant directed some sharp trash talk at Tee Morant, the father of Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant, during Houston's 124-109 victory on Thursday night. At one point, Durant looked courtside and said,
"Your son don't wanna be here."
Ja Morant's Uncertain Future with Memphis
Morant's standing with the Grizzlies has become a hot topic recently. The team suspended the two-time All-Star for one game due to conduct harmful to the team's interests, stemming from a tense exchange with head coach Tuomas Iisalo. After returning to the lineup in a 114-106 loss to the Detroit Pistons, Morant admitted he felt no joy playing on the court.
Comparisons and Trade Interest
This sentiment echoes what Jimmy Butler expressed publicly before a contentious standoff with the Miami Heat that eventually led to his February trade to the Golden State Warriors.
According to The Athletic's Sam Amick, the Sacramento Kings and Minnesota Timberwolves have expressed some interest in Morant. However, Amick warned against rushing any conclusions because of Morant's significant role as the Grizzlies' leading star and face of the franchise.
NBA Awareness of the Situation
Durant's comments indicate that other NBA players are taking note of the developing saga involving Memphis and its star guard.
"Your son don't wanna be here."
Summary: Kevin Durant's public jab at Ja Morant's father highlights the growing uncertainty around Morant's future with the Grizzlies and the attention it draws league-wide.