It’s gotten increasingly difficult to separate the basketball from the noise when it comes to Ja Morant. The Memphis Grizzlies superstar was dealt yet another suspension following the Grizzlies’ matchup against the Los Angeles Lakers, serving the punishment during the team’s last match against the Toronto Raptors. As questions about the guard’s maturity and leadership have resurfaced, two NBA veterans have stepped in with messages reaching the heart of the matter.

On NBA on NBC , Hall of Famer Carmelo Anthony said, “ Ja has to man up… He’s been through all of this before. This is something new. You’re being tested again to see if you’re going to fold or if you’re going to stand the test of time .” Anthony referred to Morant’s previous clashes with the NBA and his history of suspension

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