BREAKING:A historical move from a legend Ja Morant has left the owners of Memphis Grizzliez speechless as he donates $50 million dollars to kick start renovation of training centre dude kept to his word…
BREAKING: A Historical Move from a Legend — Ja Morant Leaves Memphis Grizzlies Owners Speechless with $50 Million Donation to Renovate Training Center
In a jaw-dropping move that has shaken the NBA community and electrified Memphis, Ja Morant — the high-flying, franchise-defining guard of the Memphis Grizzlies — has donated a staggering $50 million to begin the long-overdue renovation of the team’s training center.
The announcement came without warning, dropped during a small, closed-door event at the FedExForum that quickly exploded into national headlines.
“This city believed in me. This team gave me a shot. I said one day I’d give back in a way that mattered — and today’s that day,” Morant said, his voice steady with emotion.
The donation, the largest in Grizzlies franchise history and one of the biggest by an active player in league history, has left the team’s ownership and staff stunned. “We are speechless,” said Grizzlies owner Robert Pera. “This is beyond basketball. Ja Morant has just redefined what it means to be a leader — on and off the court.”
The new facility, tentatively named the “Morant Performance Complex,” will feature world-class equipment, upgraded rehab and recovery sections, AI-driven analytics labs, and expanded space for G-League and youth development. A large portion of the facility will also be dedicated to community outreach and grassroots basketball programs in underserved Memphis neighborhoods.
Social media erupted minutes after the announcement, with fans praising Morant as not just a Grizzlies icon, but a Memphis legend. ESPN analysts dubbed the move “a defining act of maturity and legacy,” while former players from across the league chimed in with admiration.
For years, Ja Morant was quoted saying, “I’m not just building a career — I’m building something that lasts in Memphis.”
Today, he proved it.
The dude kept his word — and the city will never forget it.