How a bag of chips and a tractor tire helped Ja Morant become an NBA lottery lock | E:60

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  • Ja Morant might seem like an obvious draft pick now -- he's projected to go No. 2 overall to the Memphis Grizzlies in the 2019 NBA draft. But the former Murray State point guard spent much of his high school and college years being overlooked. In fact, his basketball talent might have gone entirely undiscovered if not for a tractor tire and a bag of chips. E:60’s Clinton Yates sits down with the 19-year-old to uncover the details of his unusual -- and sudden -- path to the center of the basketball conversation.
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КОМЕНТАРІ • 2 тис.

  • @timothyahalley5064
    @timothyahalley5064 5 років тому +9573

    athletes like Ja really highlight just how poor our scouting system can be in this country. thank god he was found

    • @jacobpoole3675
      @jacobpoole3675 5 років тому +248

      kinda fucked honestly

    • @majcry4188
      @majcry4188 5 років тому +537

      Yeah, and who knows, there could be a player someone who has/had pote tial to be the goat and will never be found.

    • @geraldn51
      @geraldn51 5 років тому +90

      Or circumstance/choices ruin it. Ever see 'Rebound:The legend of Earl Manigualt'? That's where the term The Goat probably came from.

    • @jaydendhaliwal8238
      @jaydendhaliwal8238 5 років тому +281

      Timothy A Halley they really just look for size and athleticism nowadays. I think there mentality is that they can make these raw kids develop skills which makes sense but sucks for the kids that aren’t as genetically gifted but work there ass off.

    • @Libturd
      @Libturd 5 років тому +72

      And also to keep working when u never get noticed. His name didnt get called so he got back to work. And someone saw that.

  • @Niggalodeon323
    @Niggalodeon323 4 роки тому +2752

    that’s a good dad right there 😢

    • @SillyCatCentral
      @SillyCatCentral 3 роки тому +15

      Thought i would just be the first reply

    • @xbp7318
      @xbp7318 3 роки тому +9

      @@SillyCatCentral I was seven minutes late

    • @casualsweater
      @casualsweater 3 роки тому +5

      My father was always more late than that 7 minutes picking me up.

    • @v3rtigo978
      @v3rtigo978 3 роки тому +13

      Your name kills me brother

    • @Tony-ic4lg
      @Tony-ic4lg 3 роки тому

      @Luis Cabrera same lol

  • @isaacciriacoo
    @isaacciriacoo 4 роки тому +744

    Every kid’s dream, to be randomly practicing and a scout notices you and signs you😭

    • @tinbin7
      @tinbin7 3 роки тому +120

      when you be hooping at your front yard then a car pasts and you start showing off hoping its a scout

    • @imraangill5630
      @imraangill5630 3 роки тому +10

      @@tinbin7 so accurate

    • @ballin1006
      @ballin1006 2 роки тому +1

      @@tinbin7 so true

    • @staysolidshades254
      @staysolidshades254 Рік тому +6

      Romans 10:9 because, if you confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved.d

    • @zaydagoat9443
      @zaydagoat9443 Рік тому

      @@staysolidshades254 Amen

  • @Max-gn9tg
    @Max-gn9tg 4 роки тому +218

    Shout to his DAD! He could have said “son you’re only 5’7” maybe basketball is not your thing” Instead he trains him and builds him up to the point where this guy is the NBA R.O.Y!!!!??? DAAAM!!!! Happy Fathers Day🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥💪🏾💪🏾💪🏾💪🏾

  • @ahmedmahdi3228
    @ahmedmahdi3228 5 років тому +5183

    Respect to his dad 💯 you can go big places when you have a support system around you

    • @probablyDae5832
      @probablyDae5832 5 років тому +119

      It's either the support you fulfill your dreams or they don't and you prove them wrong.

    • @ahmedmahdi3228
      @ahmedmahdi3228 5 років тому +38

      No Its Patrick couldn’t agree more 💯

    • @Eighty5iveProd
      @Eighty5iveProd 5 років тому +19

      Nigga. U can go big places when ur taller then most ppl.....his dad was just the spark.

    • @WxldoTV
      @WxldoTV 5 років тому +50

      Ahmed Mahdi I know right his dad built a whole court and cooked for the whole team

    • @ahmedmahdi3228
      @ahmedmahdi3228 5 років тому +40

      Ant B that’s my point. A lot of people don’t have that spark, but Ja’s dad was, and look where it got him

  • @LGib01
    @LGib01 5 років тому +4115

    Ja’s big dunk was the real life version of A.I.’s dunk over Corey in 2K

  • @epictnt
    @epictnt 3 роки тому +129

    Shout out to his DAD man. Gave his son everything he could to get him there. The smile on that dudes face in the photo when his Ja committed to Murray St. was priceless. That's about as happy and proud as a human being could possibly be. Well deserved. Good job dad!

    • @TrillBill
      @TrillBill 3 роки тому +2

      Father's matter 💯

  • @stateofmindphilosophyandps214
    @stateofmindphilosophyandps214 2 роки тому +77

    Now, he’s still with The grizzlies, leading them to the 3rd seed in the conference as of Jan 21st 2022. averaging the same stats as MVP d rose. 25 ppg in his 3rd year. and to think he almost wasn’t found. has some of the most insane clips i’ve seen recently. truly a great player . i hope his career ends well and not in the same direction as rose. all the best to Ja

  • @delve421
    @delve421 5 років тому +361

    the voice, the mannerisms, the explosiveness.. ive seen this before... yo ja, finish what rose started my dawg

  • @SJck175
    @SJck175 5 років тому +10061

    Only thing he has to work on is his landings🤦🏾‍♂️, i dont want another derrick rose story😢💀, he’s so explosive

    • @samlite7588
      @samlite7588 5 років тому +274

      so true

    • @Mafiavelli
      @Mafiavelli 5 років тому +180

      💯 ima cry

    • @majcry4188
      @majcry4188 5 років тому +230

      Yeah I saw it in the video and instantly thought of Klays injury, he landed exactly like him.

    • @Libturd
      @Libturd 5 років тому +94

      Yea after so many injuries, all of the landings in this videos got me spooked

    • @osas5211
      @osas5211 5 років тому +43

      Majcry nah Klay’s was lack of focus, he wasn’t paying attention to his landing but instead the ball

  • @roncoloscos2183
    @roncoloscos2183 2 роки тому +87

    I'm shaking my head because I just can't imagine how his father trained him personally instead of getting him into basketball programs which are expensive. This is just one of those stories will tell you that the hindrance of achieving your goals or making them begins inside of your head. I'm touched by his story because I never followed anyone's nba story from nba other than Kobe and this man.

    • @THEREAL_GZUS
      @THEREAL_GZUS 2 роки тому +8

      His father need to create a program , if the kids really want to work for it like ja imagine the possibilities he can create with help of others of course

  • @Kmclemore
    @Kmclemore 2 роки тому +37

    Look at Ja now!! Came a long a way and one of my favorite players 💪🏽

  • @linkhearts
    @linkhearts 5 років тому +3643

    even a guy as talented as Ja Morant almost didn’t get a chance at his dream because of lack of willingness to give a “shorter” player the opportunity. It’s really a shame how many players with superstar potential must get overlooked because of that.

    • @HighOffLife.
      @HighOffLife. 5 років тому +20

      yung zack it is what it is 🚶🏻

    • @sankeerthkoshy61
      @sankeerthkoshy61 5 років тому +50

      I think his weight played a bigger role in that too

    • @kahglizzy6990
      @kahglizzy6990 5 років тому +25

      Stephen Curry

    • @yunan9610
      @yunan9610 4 роки тому +39

      Well, if we were to compare it to previous decades, it's getting better, really

    • @Airtu
      @Airtu 4 роки тому +4

      Lol overlooked

  • @h1xlockz117
    @h1xlockz117 5 років тому +1641

    Ja⚡️ go crazy in the nba man.. you earned this moment

    • @dragonwiz1078
      @dragonwiz1078 5 років тому +4

      Ja i hope u see this

    • @Amb252
      @Amb252 5 років тому +1

      @King Savage you have zero basketball knowledge

    • @admiinn9321
      @admiinn9321 5 років тому +13

      @King Savage wow that was weak

    • @WildHemii
      @WildHemii 4 роки тому +4

      KingSlim X to look at him now. This dudes insane at finishing around the rim

    • @strahinjapetkovic3417
      @strahinjapetkovic3417 4 роки тому +1

      @King Savage well he ain't no bust

  • @oh6120
    @oh6120 4 роки тому +20

    Dad was the real MVP doing the things he did for him💯 Congrats Ja!

  • @chasesburner
    @chasesburner 4 роки тому +18

    This man is literally living a 2k MyCareer Mode 😂

  • @TheDailyLore
    @TheDailyLore 5 років тому +1268

    “The best bag of chips in my life I’ve ever had.”
    Had me DEAD

    • @pastaisgod1711
      @pastaisgod1711 5 років тому +100

      @Jessie Jonez shit wasn't corny mannn... he knows this bag of chips changed someone else's life. That's something to really enjoy.

    • @faarisqazi7292
      @faarisqazi7292 5 років тому +4

      can u show me the timestamp

    • @lilc8900
      @lilc8900 4 роки тому +3

      @@faarisqazi7292 6:27

    • @Icaruuuuusss
      @Icaruuuuusss 4 роки тому +1

      U know ur chips is good when it taste like hair and ey-wait what

  • @uprightfossil6673
    @uprightfossil6673 5 років тому +731

    He was applauded at Murray State University when he announced he would leave "early " for the NBA. We are not jealous, here. We are not haters. We applaud his accomplishments and what he did for The program. We have sent three NBA first round picks in six years..... We will get another. Thanks Ja!

    • @zahir2942
      @zahir2942 5 років тому +4

      two were trash, hopefully Ja pans out

    • @henry7486
      @henry7486 4 роки тому

      Zahir Who were the other two?

    • @hto560
      @hto560 4 роки тому +4

      Zahir Looking Like ROY now

    • @GummyYT
      @GummyYT 4 роки тому +1

      HTO His game against Rockets was absurd

    • @skiddlybop4381
      @skiddlybop4381 4 роки тому +12

      Oooooo weeeee, I don't watch Murray State but I just can't see Ja NOT being the best player to come out of there. If only he would have finished that dunk on K-Love (y'all know the one, don't play like you didn't see it). That dunk would have gone down as one of the most iconic dunks in NBA history.

  • @heavensarmyministries4097
    @heavensarmyministries4097 2 роки тому +3

    My man hasn’t let anyone down🙏🏼

  • @beautiful80sladies22
    @beautiful80sladies22 2 роки тому +3

    54 yrs old, sitting in the backyard sun.....made my day.....my dream was pro baseball, worked tirelessly, especially when people were doing other stuff....had 2 d1 midmajor PWO for football.....threw my arm out in college, it was over.....last few years both shoulders done, hernia repair, gall bladder. The body says time to pay.....I have no regrets....I root for all the Ja's in this world......don't waste a day, do quality work vs busy work and know there are others that wish to beat you at this moment. Stay safe 🙏 and God bless ✝️

  • @Babyitqly556
    @Babyitqly556 5 років тому +607

    Shoutout to His Dad for Not getting The Groceries 💯

    • @Amb252
      @Amb252 4 роки тому +19

      Facts they get the groceries and never come back

    • @publicenemy0077
      @publicenemy0077 4 роки тому +5

      Milk*

    • @stefan218
      @stefan218 4 роки тому +2

      Danny Jones not all, my dad is faithful

    • @dyslexiccone6676
      @dyslexiccone6676 4 роки тому +2

      Lionel Messigician congrats?

    • @yeatdagoat173
      @yeatdagoat173 4 роки тому +7

      He's the type of dad to come back with the milk

  • @iamkodak5272
    @iamkodak5272 5 років тому +842

    “Zion Williamson
    Ja’s AAU teammate”
    😂😂😂

    • @landonburkey7207
      @landonburkey7207 4 роки тому +12

      I Am Kodak i saw that in the vid and i was like lemme see if someone else commented it😂

    • @jacebaxter2727
      @jacebaxter2727 4 роки тому +6

      @Magic yea ok

    • @14MrHowTo
      @14MrHowTo 4 роки тому +5

      @Magic lel u arent a nba fan if u dont know him because he is drafted #1 this season

    • @msi7191
      @msi7191 4 роки тому

      Magic 😂😂😂😂🙏🏾 for him

    • @user-pd7qu3kw5n
      @user-pd7qu3kw5n 4 роки тому +5

      Mr. How To r/ wooooosh

  • @xavierdawkins920
    @xavierdawkins920 4 роки тому +16

    Dude his Dad realized this dream early fool That was like the Sunday night Rec and cookout dude he is goated he put in effort and it paid off

  • @henrgyhumburger
    @henrgyhumburger 4 роки тому +16

    I’m from Memphis and we’re blessed for having Ja

  • @ctcmonk
    @ctcmonk 5 років тому +1027

    Nothing like watching Ja Morant while listening to Trap Sax... If you know you know... 🤷🏾‍♂️🤷🏾‍♂️

  • @semajhutchins5893
    @semajhutchins5893 5 років тому +745

    Damn bro. He's going to be a problem in the NBA. His story alone is unbelievable. How are you that talented, but unnoticed and you're playing alongside Zion

    • @Navs126
      @Navs126 5 років тому +34

      Because he was playing along Zion. The man is on notice when he walks in.

    • @Amb252
      @Amb252 5 років тому +3

      @King Savage 🤣🤣🤣🤣

    • @njkidd8
      @njkidd8 4 роки тому +2

      King Savage L

    • @gugi4477
      @gugi4477 4 роки тому +16

      @King Savage Say that again LOL

    • @nomistakes6973
      @nomistakes6973 4 роки тому +16

      King Savage big L my boy

  • @K1DKUDDLES
    @K1DKUDDLES 4 роки тому +4

    This kid is very very special. Deserves all of the current success and future success he will have!

  • @janzencady4470
    @janzencady4470 2 роки тому +4

    Lot of respect goes to dad. He didn’t know his son was going to turn into this but he was ready to build him a court and cook for his friends and give him that opportunity!

  • @jalen-p
    @jalen-p 5 років тому +549

    It's crazy how the coach just came to that back gym to see Ja! Like what if he got mad and just went home. He wouldn't have been at Murray State or the #2 pick in this year's draft.

    • @TimDaGoof
      @TimDaGoof 5 років тому +60

      Right time right place bro

    • @JG-ys6bq
      @JG-ys6bq 5 років тому +74

      Conch Boy Animations god does certain stuff for good reasons 🙏🏽

    • @TimDaGoof
      @TimDaGoof 5 років тому +4

      Jorge Sanchez lol I was going to say that but didn’t know if he religious or not 😂

    • @ceoofbrunestud5894
      @ceoofbrunestud5894 5 років тому +1

      Chaos theory right there bro

    • @uprightfossil6673
      @uprightfossil6673 5 років тому

      Murray State University coaches are special. Look what the players act and talk like on and off the court.... Come see a game, you will be amazed... It's electric, and the tradition continues

  • @tactics9432
    @tactics9432 5 років тому +1237

    If you reading this chase your dreams🙌

  • @feifeishuishui
    @feifeishuishui 2 роки тому +3

    This is a lovely kid. Humble, hardworking, and talented.

  • @randomguy4781
    @randomguy4781 4 роки тому +5

    His dad is a great man. believed in his son from the very beginning and it paid off. that's what every father should inspire to be.

  • @drewwinchester4221
    @drewwinchester4221 5 років тому +32

    Born & raised in South Carolina & I’m so proud to see Ja & Zion go 1st & 2nd in the draft! SC represent!

  • @PaytonIgo
    @PaytonIgo 5 років тому +499

    You just got to find yourself an old tractor tire.

    • @Ryan-th6wn
      @Ryan-th6wn 4 роки тому +1

      @Úlfur Númi Baldursson 13yo here, 5'7 can touch rim. Just wanna dunk too :(

    • @Ryan-th6wn
      @Ryan-th6wn 4 роки тому

      @Rowanurboat 40 24 for me

    • @nelsondendomo6687
      @nelsondendomo6687 4 роки тому +4

      @ At 13 I was 5'4 now I'm 15 and I'm 6'1, you'll get there just practice. I can dunk but not consistently tho.

    • @landonholtcamp2453
      @landonholtcamp2453 4 роки тому +1

      I’m 13 years old and 4”10 and a half

    • @Wild-animals24
      @Wild-animals24 4 роки тому

      Tf im 14 and 5'4 🤦‍♂️

  • @NighmareRS
    @NighmareRS 4 роки тому +32

    His father really took his time with him. That’s a real one 👊🏽

  • @JeffGrossPoker
    @JeffGrossPoker 3 роки тому +8

    Powerful piece. Brought tears! Have an entire new appreciation for Ja, wishing him the best on his journey that is off to a hot start!

  • @TheDonkeyFLOPPER
    @TheDonkeyFLOPPER 5 років тому +24

    The stories coming out of this draft are so damn good. Seriously want all these guys to succeed. Ja’s got such a great dad. Love to see a dad push his son to greater things

  • @newbsauce941
    @newbsauce941 5 років тому +84

    He's a good kid I wish all the best for him

    • @uprightfossil6673
      @uprightfossil6673 5 років тому +2

      Yes he is... Murray State University coaches do not bring problems to campus. Our student athletes are either juco transfers, or academically eligible players when they get here. Every single one of them can handle the microphone without embarrassing themself.

  • @510kid9
    @510kid9 4 роки тому +19

    The bag of chips comment at the end got me emotional for some reason.
    Both Ja and the coach probably were trying to get a break in life.

  • @landonlogsdon490
    @landonlogsdon490 4 роки тому +8

    Used to live in Memphis during the Grit n Grind era. Been watching them rebuild for a few years now. It's finally over! This guy is the new face of the franchise!!

  • @lucas3378
    @lucas3378 5 років тому +80

    the 58 dislikes definitely got dunked on by Ja

  • @brokenlaptop7114
    @brokenlaptop7114 5 років тому +100

    Me after watching this video
    *mom can you buy me a bag of chips and a tractor tire*
    Mom: *What for*
    *i wanna be an NBA player*

    • @ninja8twin_
      @ninja8twin_ 4 роки тому +1

      No chamce

    • @BreadVanVleet
      @BreadVanVleet 4 роки тому +3

      Don't listen to people like Ricci. They ain't goin nowhere. Go be great! I'm rooting for you!

    • @brokenlaptop7114
      @brokenlaptop7114 4 роки тому +2

      Jesse Warshak thanks my guy you made my day

    • @musclemommyenjoyer
      @musclemommyenjoyer 4 роки тому +1

      Broken Laptop how’s progress? It too am on the grind to the top

  • @MrCaribbean
    @MrCaribbean 3 роки тому +11

    Well done Ja, bless your dad. much respect, keep on growing.

  • @Coolgiy67
    @Coolgiy67 4 роки тому +7

    It’s crazy how good highschoolers can be and go unnoticed

  • @svanablak
    @svanablak 5 років тому +699

    the biggest thing for me is HIS BLACK DADDY HAD A DIRECT INFLUENCE ON HIS LIFE...PERIOD!☝🏾

    • @fortzprod.8096
      @fortzprod.8096 4 роки тому +50

      Fucking stfu svan, I’m black and I’ve had my father with me since I was born. I don’t know if you actually noticed but most black people actually do have there father’s.

    • @CM-oy2kd
      @CM-oy2kd 4 роки тому

      svanablak facts

    • @dre2085
      @dre2085 4 роки тому +21

      @@fortzprod.8096 i doubt youre black.

    • @BernieSanders-bn5dk
      @BernieSanders-bn5dk 4 роки тому

      Thats sad

    • @ladyindaroom
      @ladyindaroom 4 роки тому +1

      PERIOD!

  • @icetray2727
    @icetray2727 5 років тому +238

    How long has it been since ESPN did a E:60?

  • @bbzvxb3929
    @bbzvxb3929 2 роки тому +2

    Crazy how my boy doing now that all star game was crazy too💯

  • @rj3amundson52
    @rj3amundson52 2 роки тому +7

    2.5 years later, and this man is an NBA All-star starter, and leading the grizzlies to a potential deep playoff run. Absolutely amazing story. Cannot wait to see the career he has. Go Ja and go Grizz!

    • @Jason-gt5bz
      @Jason-gt5bz Рік тому

      and here we are...poor decision after poor decision, if he keeps this up he wont be in the NBA any longer

  • @borood1188
    @borood1188 5 років тому +499

    So he was all that and a bag of chips?

    • @dynastydojo5988
      @dynastydojo5988 4 роки тому +8

      Bo Rood Bihhhhhh Im dead You get the trophy cuhh 😂😂😂😂

    • @Black-vi3zg
      @Black-vi3zg 4 роки тому +1

      Ain't that a joyner lucas reference?

    • @jornvidsandanimation5112
      @jornvidsandanimation5112 4 роки тому

      Yui Lala lmao yeah

    • @bruhology6437
      @bruhology6437 3 роки тому

      You deserve a trophy for this one

    • @yanikolamitr9984
      @yanikolamitr9984 3 роки тому

      the biggest thing for me is HIS BLACK DADDY HAD A DIRECT INFLUENCE ON HIS LIFE...PERIOD!☝🏾

  • @trulane8703
    @trulane8703 5 років тому +41

    I’ve practiced with him at his old high school (legacy academy) one time it was pretty cool

  • @degambz8826
    @degambz8826 2 роки тому +11

    I've become a fan after watching this. Didn't really pay much attention to him until the last two weeks. But his hard work and dedication is clearly paying off...its just amazing what he's doing 👏

    • @cjt2409
      @cjt2409 2 роки тому

      For real, it’s mad the progress he has made, he gonna be special, he’s only just getting started still & already gonna be an all star starter, MVP & rings soon come

  • @spitimouvids6427
    @spitimouvids6427 4 роки тому +4

    All that work paying off. Shout out to the dad for the training and support system for him.

  • @moakinsulire
    @moakinsulire 5 років тому +473

    GOD ALMIGHTY'S WAYS ARE MYSTERIOUS BUT AWESOME... Making a coach hungry at the right time and all that other stuff... no such thing as a coincidence.

    • @jdnkane
      @jdnkane 5 років тому +16

      akin akins God bless!!

    • @moakinsulire
      @moakinsulire 5 років тому +12

      Jaden Adatan thanks all glory to HIM

    • @Morelgian
      @Morelgian 5 років тому +31

      Finally, a good comment. Glory to God for He is GOOD

    • @moakinsulire
      @moakinsulire 5 років тому +9

      Gian yes sir HE IS

    • @kwakuoteng-mensah9177
      @kwakuoteng-mensah9177 5 років тому +9

      Hallelujah

  • @davidperezjr2992
    @davidperezjr2992 5 років тому +247

    You know their might be a player as good or better then ja, and that player never got noticed.

    • @clyder46
      @clyder46 5 років тому +88

      @King Savage about you? yeah probably

    • @jcw8719
      @jcw8719 5 років тому +5

      King Savage that’s what I’m saying, all some people need is a chance

    • @chicagoblackhawks9840
      @chicagoblackhawks9840 4 роки тому +44

      You can say that again. I dunked on Zion 11 times in a NCAA game last year, but I wasn't noticed cuz i was only 4'10" and 7 years old.

    • @dameisfazo6093
      @dameisfazo6093 4 роки тому

      David Perez Jr stfu

    • @scj1668
      @scj1668 4 роки тому

      He is not wrong but I mean luck of the draw

  • @winz319
    @winz319 Рік тому +5

    How two Instagram live streams and a gun helped Ja Morant get his NBA contract canceled.

  • @danielpiasecki6001
    @danielpiasecki6001 4 роки тому +5

    My favorite player in the nba. And so cool that he and zion are both in the leauge dominating in there rookie year.

  • @Stiffy69er
    @Stiffy69er 5 років тому +39

    His shooting form and footwork looks pretty pure already, I would imagine it won't take him that long before he's super deadly👀

    • @Amb252
      @Amb252 5 років тому +1

      He gonna be a problem

    • @zilphydillard232
      @zilphydillard232 2 роки тому

      Its true GREAT THINGS come in small packages!!

  • @tayhughes25
    @tayhughes25 5 років тому +61

    I'm sure a ton of talent went over looked when everyone's starring/filming at Zion..

  • @bingflosby
    @bingflosby 2 роки тому +3

    Having a dad that cares about you that much really makes the difference

  • @joeking5896
    @joeking5896 4 роки тому +7

    Ja’s a monster on the court this guy has talent keep ballin Ja strive for the top👆.

  • @4BKATP
    @4BKATP 4 роки тому +12

    The way he got noticed was an act of God

  • @pg13pacernation30
    @pg13pacernation30 5 років тому +6

    Ja's journey is incredible to where he is at today. Wish him the best of luck in the NBA

  • @eno2revel223
    @eno2revel223 2 роки тому +4

    I see why his hops crazy. Jumping into and out of the inner rim of those tires was genius by his father. Every muscle and tendon in his feet and legs is really strapped to bone Jack.

  • @josephgledhill7046
    @josephgledhill7046 2 роки тому +2

    ja is lucky, his dad built him a b-ball court, and ja just had random people come over and play ball with him. he probably made tons of friends like that. sounds fun

  • @marcochan371
    @marcochan371 5 років тому +8

    Almost teared up in the end. Truly an amazing story!

  • @outchereoutchere9256
    @outchereoutchere9256 5 років тому +261

    Who tf cud dislike this video. Them 14 dislikes was from some hatin dudes who had a chick thats on his head.

    • @yungyakusha_6079
      @yungyakusha_6079 5 років тому +17

      A lot of jealousy my dude, they don't wanna see a young boy win.

  • @bh-0330
    @bh-0330 2 роки тому +3

    after seeing him play in march madness i just felt like this dude would find his way somehow in the nba. here he is borderline superstar in the league

  • @raymondlucero4999
    @raymondlucero4999 Рік тому +2

    I'm so glad that this young man got noticed. Imagine if he had not been? All of the wow moments would not be. Thank JM! You bring an excitement to the game that hasn't been seen since the days of Jordan. Stay humble young man. GOD bless you!

  • @rogercope3458
    @rogercope3458 2 роки тому +5

    Chips are my least favorite drink, ESPECALLY WHEN THEY ARE GIVEN TO ME BY A LIAR

    • @olivercope8949
      @olivercope8949 2 роки тому

      Honestly

    • @jodicope3092
      @jodicope3092 2 роки тому

      My least favorite drink was chips before tbh

    • @reidcope6912
      @reidcope6912 2 роки тому

      I actually like liar chips 😳🙈😱

    • @olivercope8949
      @olivercope8949 2 роки тому

      @@reidcope6912 🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️NO.🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️

  • @ztblank78
    @ztblank78 5 років тому +7

    As soon as Ja was drafted he was officially my favourite player.

  • @tonylewis7789
    @tonylewis7789 2 роки тому +1

    I respect his parents so much

  • @GreenBayEagle
    @GreenBayEagle 2 роки тому +2

    Imagine all the Ja Morants walking around out there who won’t have the miracle of the bag of chips…

  • @raejonnriggins
    @raejonnriggins 2 роки тому +3

    He earned my compassion. Didn’t like him like that ( bit arrogant) but backstories are where you learn to love ppl differently and wholesomely. Congrats Ja & Tee Morant

  • @vinos7101
    @vinos7101 4 роки тому +7

    “Barely 6 foot” bruuuhhh they had me thinking he was under undersized 🤣

  • @bettershadeofme
    @bettershadeofme 3 роки тому +2

    Such a Fan, not just of his talent but his story and who he is!

  • @C.O.GELIJAH
    @C.O.GELIJAH 2 роки тому +2

    Who else has come back to see how much this guy has grown. All Star this year, future All NBA team, future MVP. The skys the limit for him and we here for it JA

  • @younggoat5066
    @younggoat5066 2 роки тому +4

    now he is the best player from the 2019 draft

  • @UrbanSipfly
    @UrbanSipfly 3 роки тому +5

    Ja Morant's dunks are like the experiences of biting into sour things (like 🍋 lemons), followed by a strong desire to squeeze one's eyes and twist one's lips reaction.
    I mean that Ja's dunks are just nasty and enjoyable too!!

  • @jacquesschrap8932
    @jacquesschrap8932 2 роки тому +2

    2022: Ja literally taking over the NBA
    🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

  • @nate453
    @nate453 4 роки тому +3

    His dad is as talented as ja like come on he knew how to parent so well what a nice dude

  • @justeezo
    @justeezo 5 років тому +28

    Imagine if that guy didn’t go to the concessions stand

  • @teaj7816
    @teaj7816 5 років тому +17

    He said it was the best bag of chips he's ever had 😴😂

  • @turotalks5290
    @turotalks5290 2 роки тому +2

    2 years later and he’s an MVP candidate,completely turning a franchise around🙌

  • @oinkpiggin
    @oinkpiggin 2 роки тому +24

    Same thing happened to Steph Curry. They also overlooked him. NBA will always overlook small and short players.

    • @troliskimosko
      @troliskimosko 2 роки тому +2

      Curry is a second generation player, he was at least ranked early on thanks to that. Imagine if steph's dad never played nba ball though..we might not have seen a 3 point revolution!

  • @knotta6285
    @knotta6285 5 років тому +7

    How 8 Xanax And 3 Percocets turned me into a dead SoundCloud rapper

  • @rambo_bandz1041
    @rambo_bandz1041 4 роки тому +4

    Just imagine how many prodigy’s are missed. Ja was really lucky to be found

  • @kevinreji9504
    @kevinreji9504 2 роки тому +2

    And to see where he is currently in the league: all-star starter, future MVP. Carrying the grizzlies on his back at just 22. Respect 💯

  • @diiverse2k655
    @diiverse2k655 Рік тому +10

    Now look at him😔

  • @nathanielbuettner2163
    @nathanielbuettner2163 4 роки тому +3

    Now look at him. Haters ignored him, now he’s pro hoppin in the big league among the legends

  • @strikeone8906
    @strikeone8906 5 років тому +7

    I like this kid. Can't wait to watch him in the NBA

  • @kevinsimpson5809
    @kevinsimpson5809 4 роки тому +1

    This young man has big heart and game.

  • @SwuadeTV
    @SwuadeTV 2 роки тому +1

    the part where the coach got hungry is chills, definitely fate

  • @cropgaming2923
    @cropgaming2923 4 роки тому +9

    makes you think how many other hoopers are out there that never got a chance to prove they can make it to the big leagues

  • @teki8840
    @teki8840 Рік тому +4

    How a bag of chips and tire helped Ja to play prision ball

  • @arjunrajkumar2588
    @arjunrajkumar2588 2 роки тому +1

    And he is now a top 5 mvp candidate leading the Grizzlies to one of their best seasons 💯

  • @dereklee4805
    @dereklee4805 2 роки тому +1

    He comes from a athletic family period ! I got stories that goes down from his great great grandaddy on his mother side of the family in Ga. and not only was they athletic they was dam good people....This is how the Paradox is to suppose to work in our black community when it comes to Family structure. His Mom & Dad did their part as a team but I tip my hat off to his Dad for teaching him physiological warfare on how the world operates and Ja Morant is up for the challenge because u is going to have to cut out his heart cuz he already knows " u can't bring rocks to a fight with a guy with a loaded machine gun "
    Y'all remember me telling the world this !
    HE IS GOING TO BE A GLOBAL MARKETING ICON !
    If he continue to excel on and off the court in which he will, he will be the face of the NBA , its in his DNA

  • @cedrickdoguiles6036
    @cedrickdoguiles6036 4 роки тому +21

    gotta watch out for those landings after a dunk man, d.rose suffered from that.

    • @cedrickdoguiles6036
      @cedrickdoguiles6036 4 роки тому +1

      Airjackn thanks man, I’m a big fan of basketball and Morant’s game is one of a kind and his future is bright so I don’t want those kind of injuries to stop this dude’s career

    • @prakashpandey4646
      @prakashpandey4646 3 роки тому +2

      He just broke his ankle you were right

    • @cedrickdoguiles6036
      @cedrickdoguiles6036 3 роки тому +1

      @@prakashpandey4646 that's what I'm talking about, I know he is an athletic type of player and a competitive one but gotta pay more attention and be careful on those landings. Minor injuries are still injuries. Prayers up for Ja Morant.

  • @xslay7066
    @xslay7066 4 роки тому +3

    Teacher: What's so funny?
    Me: Nothing.
    My Brain:
    *mEmPhiS gLiZziEs*

  • @Ma1q444
    @Ma1q444 2 роки тому +4

    Imagine how many nba legends there could of been but they were never discovered

  • @spedy4906
    @spedy4906 Рік тому +2

    if bro wasn't hungry ja would've been working a 9-5 office job bru 🤣