Ja Morant drafted No. 2 by Grizzlies, fights off emotions alongside dad | 2019 NBA Draft

Ja Morant is selected by the Memphis Grizzlies with the No. 2 overall pick in the 2019 NBA draft. He then joins Maria Taylor alongside his father, Tee Morant, talking about how he accomplished his goals and thanks his father for his family support and encouragement.
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[@bigchungus7050]

Ja's dad is like the good respectable version of lavar. The way he was working him in the backyard wow I wish I had a parent as dedicated to bettering me like that true inspiration. And he was some style lmfao

[@wadesnyder9368]

Similar thoughts. Ja is thankful for his father's guidance and assistance in getting to this point. Tee clearly helped Ja get to where he is and Tee is not afraid of the spotlight but Tee let Ja shine in that interview. This wasn't the Tee Morant show featuring Ja Morant. Now Ja just needs to let his dad help him with his suit game.

[@curtflirt2]

This is also the bonus of having athletes as parents too.

[@romey70able]

Stop it! Lavar Ball matters only to his three sons the way it should be who gives a fuck what y'all think. Both father's are loving parents period!!!

[@KJ-gr6ho]

Lavar is a great father to he just say whatever is on his mind but he raise 3 boys

[@shanks3280]

One thing all big stars have is a dedicated mom or dad I swear it's so easy for some ones career to end at a young age just because they didn't have someone to pick them up when they fail or not having someone motivate them to their true potential 💯

[@marcdewon1406]

That's me and my son in a few years. Shout out to the fathers that's in these young black men lives.💪🏿We All We Got.

[@fatherleo4603]

Shout out to all the fathers in all their kids lives

[@Saiputera]

Sad majority of black family is broken

[@marqawesome429]

@Glen Coco facts are, many black families are missing fathers. It's important to congratulate the black fathers who won't be a statistic

[@gowersup6441]

Why only fathers in these young black men lives? Young white guys without a father doesn’t matter?

[@browmaster2197]

Gower SUP It’s a bigger issue with black people, that’s why we’re mentioning it.

[@mr.balawis9948]

Its amazing what a kid can do when he got his dad as a positive role model.

[@captaincrunch2251]

this that comment bro 😌

[@st4r444]

Who's the hot white btch he huggdd

[@StephenASmithESPN]

Listen sports have 90% to do with physical features and born natural skill then anything. He would made nba with or without him if he loved bball. Having a dad will make a difference in the mans character more then anything meaning will he be a criminal or civilized adult for example

[@Rex4sure6425]

That's that comment that Kevin samuel's haters don't wanna see. It's indeed amazing!

[@International-BlackMan]

Exactly and that's why the system keeps promoting single motherhood in our community. A strong community starts with a strong logical men.

[@jstiles1659]

JA Morant is gonna be a multiple time all 🌟 mark my words,Go Grizzlies

[@fircrush3r705]

even if your right, this is a youtube comment.... no one will mark nothing

[@bubak4960]

Fir Crush3r ty

[@HilariousPranksYO]

I HAVEEE A VIDEO THAT SHOWS WHY KAWHI IS 100 PERCENT COMING BACK TO TORONTO

[@Macadelic95]

@@HilariousPranksYO fuck off somewhere your a spammer

[@jfbub1562]

On your mark!

[@MindFitWithVick]

As a father of two boys this is awesome to see! The importance that we as parents play in our child's life lasts a lifetime.

[@sowaveysuyat]

Yes the guiding hands of a father is irreplaceable

[@elwin38]

My son is 25, lives out of town and i try to be there for him even now. Kids, especially black kids NEED their dads!! ✌🏾👊🏾🏀

[@brownsuga810]

Any comments regarding a dad who LOVES his son dearly but rides him sooo hard even now because he didn't play the sport Dad wanted? More criticism than high fives after every game...drove a VERY probable NFL prospect the other way--kid ended up wanting nothing to do with the sport...😔 (sad cause this kid was a beast; hardly any positivity from Dad deflated any enjoyment in the sport)....now kid lacks self esteem......smh...

[@briannabrown8696]

It's very important now I wish my daughter's father was in her life my daughter's gonna be 11 years old and he had never been to none one birthday!... Or a Christmas Or Valentine's day.... Its blows my mind...

[@Ooooowweeeeeee]

Now look at him

[@zachsimon9475]

His Dad looks like he’s going to the Player Haters Ball 😂

[@junitoecho1149]

lol. it would be awesome if Dave Chappelle come back and make that show again

[@HilariousPranksYO]

I HAVE A VIDEO THAT IS PROOF KAWHI WILL BE BACK IN TORONTO

[@zachsimon9475]

Kyle Boland kick rocks nerd

[@sexyscorpio8087]

PROUD💝💝💝💝💝💝

[@bods4dadsaquil912]

😂😂😂😂

[@juanacevedo340]

This man killing it in the league now. Shoulda been #1

[@azamatbagatov4933]

Pelicans punching air rn

[@terjipo1132]

@@azamatbagatov4933 only cuz Zion injured 🤕

[@pantelo18]

Wdm zion is eating macdonalds everyday while Ja going off?

[@azamatbagatov4933]

@@terjipo1132 Zion being injured is Zion's fault. He could not keep himself in game shape which shows his lack of discipline and commitment.

[@leonhughes9014]

@@terjipo1132 ja mordant is the future of the league!! Zion is the future of Mountain Dew!!

[@ojilocco2946]

And now he’s an All Star Starter ⭐️🐻

[@justnahayo8490]

So inspirational man 😭🔥💯❤️

[@pvrpleevara]

Greatest pick grizzlies ever made legend already

[@chowder1272]

Not the Gasol Bros?

[@bobbyjoalfonso3949]

YO who shaved his mustache? one side huge and other side like non-existent.

[@beankobe8205]

@@chowder1272 gasol bro played for grizzles for 16 years n werenever the 2 seed 😂😂

[@johnlee7471]

How can you not love ja morant?? This dude is a beast yet still humble and respectful. He's gonna be an amazing talent for years to come. Definitely a big fan of this dude 👏

[@notthatguy4062]

Fake thug

[@infdotexe0]

this ain’t age well 😂😂

[@akumasdeception]

Special moment between a father and son, love to see it.

[@shootinghoopswithnoahsmith2426]

Crazy how far Ja has come in just 3 years. He’s an example of hard work and dedication paying off in a big way. Him and JJJ are gonna win a title in Memphis before we know it.

[@lisa_rest]

dude you don’t know him

[@brodsta111]

This aged poorly 😂

[@kjsciacca]

@@brodsta111 not really. He’s an all star and worth a quarter billion

[@extremelypositiveperson1811]

Wnmabe Gangster

[@dmiller8188]

He almost started crying. Dad had to pat his back to let him know it 's gonna be alright. What a lucky kid to have a Dad that loves him more than himself. Just so lucky.

[@FckAUsername]

He knows it’s alright it’s tears of happiness ☠️

[@izzaelofficial6103]

I love how him and his Dad are just like best friends.

[@cjsbbqmorellc1464]

Happy for this young man. I pray to have this moment with my son when he makes it to the NFL. That is his dream

[@jayden12242]

Chris Joyner super late, but praying he makes it man!

[@RoseCurry5]

I love your confidence in him by using the word "when". He gonna take that with him growing up. I hope it happens, man!

[@propaneranger1000]

W father. Hope he makes it

[@kevinbeals7194]

Jas’ dad looks like he’s about to roll the dice against the devil

[@pnvjuss08]

watch ya mouth

[@Gggg-cq1ih]

@@pnvjuss08 lol

[@SlimetoBuckets]

U can clearly tell he been in Ja’s life 🤦🏾‍♂️

[@obinnaodoemenam8762]

@@SlimetoBuckets so? That had nothing to do with the joke

[@illorbit2958]

He did and won.

[@thatdarnmage1515]

This is about as wholesome as it gets. You can see his how proud his dad is that all his sons bard work finally paid off for him! Ja is a good dude too, so many young guys that can play come into the league with too much hubris and more often than not it hinders their career. Ja came into the league ready to compete and it shows through his competitive style of play. Hes going to be in the top tier of NBA PG's for quite some time!

[@clifftophoopers]

Ja should watch this clip now . Then ask himself a question, do I want to throw all that I worked for away because I want to act a certain way ?

[@Montez100]

My brother played middle school and high school ball with Ja I got to be around him and his family a little they have a good family his dad put everything into training Ja and he listened to his Dad I'm glad to see he made it he really did work hard congrats can't wait to she him play in the NBA.

[@kingrashawn5976]

Lavar Ball and this guy should always be saluted for what they've done with their son's. So beautiful to witness 💯💪🏽

[@deec9502]

Usher and his son Ja. Aww how sweet 😢😂

[@PlasteringDR]

Those word he said at the end about his dad…is true love for his father !!

[@NighmareRS]

His father made him. Without him he would not be here also respect to Ja showing dedication and motivation when his father pushed and trained him everyday

[@fatherleo4603]

Amazing what happens when boys grow up with great fathers in their lives

[@pg13pacernation30]

Ja is journey is a great example of never giving up and working hard

[@Urbansito_KolKol]

whos from 2022? .. witnessing Ja's greatness

[@fringelife2613]

What a beautiful father.

[@murphymurphy7347]

One of the amazing Dad in my book for sho. Look at him now is all I can say.

[@Milkdudsaveusss]

We live in a world where men are over looked and forgotten about! I love to see these young men reference their fathers!

[@BroDToppinBlake]

Word life!!!!

[@mr.swagzhighlights284]

Facts

[@BigMike_RTTV]

Facts it's always about mama

[@gottagetit2943]

@@BigMike_RTTV bc men leave. Moms stay. Im not understanding why this is a hard concept….this is exactly why everyone in the comments is commenting on his father being there bc it doesn’t happen often…..bc men made it that way lol…

[@Keegan.999]

I like this Ja kid. Hopefully he becomes a superstar

[@ansonn_]

imma be here one day.

[@DubZ3r.O]

Keep working and you will be bro

[@darkskinamerican7826]

2 years later. Maybe Ja Morant should’ve been the number 1 pick. He’s killing it in the Playoffs while the actual number 1 pick is plagued with injuries

[@tomasc.9894]

What was the 1?

[@diengowen]

@@tomasc.9894 Zion Williamson

[@WordvsThem8484]

You just had to go and ruin it Now Ja Injured😲🤯😲

[@masonldn8647]

@@tomasc.9894 Greg Oden

[@keltners613]

thats what parents should support your children to whatever they want to do in life and be there for better or worst.

[@nonoGomz]

As a Grizzlies fan from Memphis TN this was my happiest moment ever when we drafted Ja!!

[@MadarakiFran]

This kid is going to the HOF one day. He's incredible and his desire to win and be his best is unparalleled right now.

[@crisl6327]

Grizzlies got a good one! Go Ja! I wish you nothing but the best!

[@iamnotaterrorist7036]

you called it, he's killing em

[@lacoleccionperfecto]

This is my jam… love this father son commitment. Love it

[@raymondnoriega3053]

Best SHOOTING guard in Draft Class

[@steveloweese]

I don't care what anybody says, his dad needs to be upfront and center at every game... So many dads (Black Father's) dont get the credit for building their kid to be who they are.. Its always hi mom, or Thanks Mom, but they forget about the dad who pushed them to the limits.... This is beautiful...

[@gar7266]

“Beneath no one” the advice from his mom describes him so well

[@tiffanyhall6342]

Just what the Grizz needed!!! Great pick!!!❤️❤️ He's really grown...901 help to grow achievers! Mike Conley, Mike Miller, Zebo, Pau Gasol, JA Morant...the saga continues!🥰

[@iwannadie2247]

Now He's an All Star 🔥🔥🔥

[@nikaukottaiya9785]

Starter

[@polofongschway]

This man deserves to be exactly where he is right now

[@JeremiahJai]

yea?

[@dcflex5601]

​@Jeremiah Taylor how about now

[@JeremiahJai]

@@dcflex5601 yea?

[@KevynTemer]

3 years later(2023), he’s trying to mess his life around.

[@nrproductions5776]

He is so lucky to have such a supportive family his father is so supportive towards his dreams.

[@Z4YZO]

I call mvp candidate in the next 4-5 years

[@alienRezdent]

🤔 bruh Kevin Booker🙏,Luka Doncic ; Jamal Murray, Jayson Tatum, Zach LaVine idk Man what do you think 🤔🤔🤔 bru

[@g4dior307]

Very well could be this year

[@ek1743]

This aged well

[@knowledgeispowerful4385]

My all time favorite Father Son sports moment.

[@xhiefduke7885]

Dad was tryna hold it together I love this stuff bro!!!

[@kanebooker3216]

2 years later after his 52 point performance and poster dunk, this is looking like a steal

[@dre4772]

Now he’s Rookie of the year🌟

[@saquanbarkley734]

Now he’s leading his team to a potential finals appearance

[@igreenzupz2199]

@@saquanbarkley734 warriors in 5 buddy

[@saquanbarkley734]

@@igreenzupz2199 we will see

[@igreenzupz2199]

@@saquanbarkley734 3-1.

[@saquanbarkley734]

@@igreenzupz2199 ja wasn’t here for game 4 and it came down to the wire buddy

[@user-xu7fy1gr4e]

And look at him now one of the best in the NBA ! And grizzlies a good team to face ! Wish him well 👍

[@TheWordRevealed106]

Who ever thought this kid would be trouble for the NBA???

[@dashboardf9661]

Good job Dad!!!

[@kwasinimako]

King of Memphis 👑

[@ceezb5629]

Look at Ja man, so inspirational. Hope this dude becomes one of the top PGs all time, he's got what it takes. He can improve his range shooting but dude has mad handles.

[@svtfoeftwjatnlpsucks50]

oh he did improve his SHOOTING

[@umbleyoself3624]

From unknown to under the radar, to unranked to un-offered, to unwanted to undeniable to AMAZING. He made NBA rookie of the year, most improved and all ⭐ his junior year and now he is in his senior year. He has notoriety because of his fierce, witty and talented play. I love stories like this and also he played AAU with ZION who received offers from all over the country. And went #1 in this very draft before Ja an unknown....who received no interest no offers. What a story. Joe Burrow has a similar story. Scouts saw his talent in the NCAA tournament, where they lost I think in the 2/3rd round in 2019.

[@jvgametoowild9223]

Ja's dad so proud every time that boy dunks on someone I bet his dad bring up those backyard workouts 😂finally payed off

[@TheLovemusic101]

3 years later the dudes up for MVP

[@hips0074]

Ja no last name needed at this point! He’s a bad man🔥🔥🔥🔥😍. Pops came ready to shine with his son and Praise God❤️🙏🏽.

[@citiessportsbar6475]

Leading the way for the new generation of the NBA 💯🇨🇦

[@NoGutsNoGlory-s7x]

He fire🔥🔥🔥 in the league now. A bonafide superstar. Proud of him.

[@brandonjackson310]

Who would ever thought this young man would get suspended for be on caught on the gram with guns TWICE 😂

[@debrafernander7484]

Ja Morant be cause of how you are playing in the NBA I'm now a follower , your fan from the Bahamas , super kid

[@michaelgraber5750]

Ja is my favorite player in the league right now. Love the Morants.

[@catcall569]

I like this kid… he has mad game and unbelievable skills

[@trollof229antthevariable9]

Congrats bro Memphis is low-key a cool lil city but don't go crazy with the Southern food.

[@Jake-jf9ij]

@Max Kellerman he will be living in a neighborhood with the millionaires... He ain't getting shot unless he hangs with the wrong people

[@jonathanpyrdam]

@@Jake-jf9ij i live in memphis and your absolutely right

[@HilariousPranksYO]

I GOT A VIDEO THAT PROVES KAWHI WILL STAY WITH T.O

[@HL-ht6up]

Max Kellerman Memphis has gotten a lot better in recent years

[@XeroDash0]

Kyle Boland i read your comment and knew you was wrong before watching it

[@JvilleNC]

I'm a proud black father of 2 little boys. 7 & 3. I strive to be this influential in their lives. They are the best part of my life. So I'm going to give them the best of my life.

[@Skywalker29]

Ha and his Dad grind together so hard I love this ❤💪🏾🙌🏾🙏🏾

[@beankobe8205]

Love it

[@marlongraham6177]

This is what happens when dedicated fathers help raise their sons.

[@tima.478]

Agreed! But they have 2 different noses though...

[@BG-mn6di]

@@tima.478 you know it's another human being he has genes from right?

[@tima.478]

@@BG-mn6di Yeah, just f'ing around....

[@yaakovs7729]

This is the benefits of growing up with a dad in the house

[@blazekaizer9000]

Who's back after 47 points vs the warriors in the playoffs

[@bobbobbob3943]

Curved oh girl on the kiss😂💀

[@RayJovjov]

Nick Bullock she played it off well at least 😂

[@AuburnFanSince2010]

Nick Bullock Ja is going to dump her.

[@HilariousPranksYO]

I GOT A VIDEO THAT SHOWS PROOF KAWHI WILL STAY IN TORONTO

[@keronwindley4950]

@@HilariousPranksYO Show it

[@OhDatsBeck]

Russell Westbrook Fan since 2010 he’d be dumb to

[@Robinson11]

I'm a Warriors fan, but this right here is how I feel about my son. RESPECT 🙏

[@brandonthomas6142]

A star was born

[@King-ll2yw]

Look at him now man so inspirational

[@ashtonmalone9262]

Long live trey ❤️ you said some real ish you gone be the greatest I can feel it

[@tubenachos]

Who's watching after he got suspended AGAIN?! 😂😂😂

[@Rsaint17]

What happened to this kid man? He used to be humble and respectful

[@Apple-it3bo]

It’s crazy what fame and money can do to somebody

[@hugo_vega_1]

❤️‍🔥 seams like a awesome father Raised a good man 🤘🏽

[@MnyMar]

My favorite young player in the league

[@gershomtan5879]

Pops look like usher if he was a preacher

[@thinlet1]

This story is absolutely beautiful and it stirs us to the core

[@jasonrealmancavetalk7914]

I love this father son bond

[@uncleroams279]

Absolutely fantastic Dad, and the lid is cold blooded!!

[@ajinc.6398]

His pops don’t look but 5 years older than him

[@LawOfDistraction]

2:18 NAH SON, PAUSE....

[@jtbear77]

Rynitoh 😭😭

[@SM-vg6xk]

you wylin

[@spce777]

💀💀💀

[@dcastillo2008]

yall be fucked up in the head

[@khalidw6170]

nah, u just thinking about familiar things.

[@ARR0WMANC3R]

I love how his dad just pops into frame from below

[@Peace2dagawdz]

I know he's so proud of his son

[@guydutoit61]

All star starter now. Man is making it.

[@1vaoracle]

Pops is a parallel of Usher🤣🤣🤣

[@2020Viszion]

We need this Ja back. Shake the money and rap demons off and come back to God. He and his father have a clean energy at this time vs being possessed now.

[@lovelamarcos1984]

Hey man! I shed a tear or two on this one. Let’s keep pushing black responsible fathers to the forefront

[@Fitness4longevity]

👊🏾

[@julius6378]

ESPN be wildin 😂 why they do the knicks like that @1:26 💀

[@johnshumpertjr.2602]

Show us the lie, lol

[@madiblack4616]

😂😂😂😂😂 I’m still laughing lol

[@labrintyhium5241]

I didn’t even have to click the time stamp, I already knew😭😭

[@MrKelly-ll1lx]

Man that's cold! Never seen that since I started watching drafts since 1990!😂

[@ikon1403]

💀

[@armannsingh9113]

and now look at him now best shooter on the court and off it🤣🤣🤣

[@youngblackking3255]

"Great job playa" already pops that's wassup, and he styling on them boys.

[@rubenscott3972]

This kid is amazing

[@flyboy008]

This never gets old

[@WilliamAfton524]

Ja deserves rookie of the year

[@catcat2443]

Well he got it

[@dylansanders8720]

Here as we are 2-2 with the Timberwolves round one so glad we got Ja 🐻💙

[@kylesmith9466]

And this is why black boys need their Fathers🙏🏽