Nike releases statement of support for Ja Morant after latest NBA suspension

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Nike is standing behind Memphis Grizzlies point guard Ja Morant after he was suspended for 25 games by the NBA Friday.

The shoe and apparel giant issued a statement of support for Morant soon after the league’s announcement.

“Nike is pleased that Morant is taking accountability and prioritizing his well-being. We will continue to support him on and off the court,” the company said in a statement.

Morant is one of 23 Nike-sponsored NBA players all-time to receive a signature shoe line. His Ja 1 shoes have still been released by Nike in recent months, despite the Grizzlies star’s off-court issues. Various versions of the shoe have sold out quickly. A new Ember Glow color-way is expected to be released to the public on July 3.

Nike also issued a statement of support following Morant’s first Instagram Live video in which he brandished a gun back on March 4.

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Reach sports writer Jerry Jiang at [email protected] or on Twitter @j_jiang30

This article originally appeared on Memphis Commercial Appeal: Nike releases statement of support for Ja Morant after NBA suspension

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Publish date : 2023-06-16 18:26:21

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