‘I’ve Got A Logo On My Back’: Memphis Grizzlies Star Ja Morant Makes His Feelings About Trade Rumors Very Clear
As speculation around his future continues to circulate, Ja Morant made his stance clear while departing London: he does not want to leave the Memphis Grizzlies. He delivered that message after one of his strongest all-around performances of the season, leading the Grizzlies to a 126-109 victory over the Orlando Magic in the NBA London Games on Sunday.
Returning after a six-game absence, Morant set the tone early, orchestrating the offense with pace and precision. He poured in 20 points and handed out 10 assists without committing a turnover in the first half as Memphis built a commanding 33-point lead. He finished with 24 points and 13 assists, connecting on 3-of-4 attempts from beyond the arc.
The performance helped the Grizzlies avoid another late-game letdown after failing to hold a large lead earlier in the week in Berlin.
Ja Morant Pushes Back On Trade Speculation
Following the win, Morant addressed the recent trade chatter directly, offering a firm rebuttal to suggestions that his long-term future with the franchise is uncertain. Rather than deflecting the topic, Morant leaned into it, framing his stance around loyalty and the personal investment he has made in Memphis since entering the league.
“Everybody in here who knows me, knows I’m a very loyal guy,” Morant said. “I got a logo on my back, and that should tell you where I want to be.”
Morant’s reference to his Grizzlies tattoo was intentional, emphasizing that his connection to the organization extends beyond contracts or circumstances. It was a pointed response amid weeks of outside speculation linking him to potential trade scenarios across the league, often driven more by performance fluctuations and availability concerns than by any stated intent from the player himself.
From a league perspective, that speculation has not translated into tangible movement. Sources tell DallasHoopsJournal.com that there has been no indication of meaningful traction involving Morant in active trade discussions at this time.
Ja Morant Finds Perspective And Rhythm On International Stage
Beyond the numbers, Morant spoke about the significance of being back on the court and the response he felt from fans overseas.
“Just being able to play basketball is very therapeutic for me,” Morant said. “I know what I’m capable of, and I was able to show that tonight and see the love from people I’m meeting for the first time. It was big time. Just walking off and representing Memphis is what it’s all about.”
The win marked just Memphis’ third victory in its past 10 games, underscoring the immediate impact of Morant’s return. He credited the team’s early execution for allowing the Grizzlies to manage the game once the lead was established.
“That’s just credit to coach putting us in the best spots possible and then just me being Ja and wind up making the right play whether it’s passing or scoring,” Morant said. “We got into a great rhythm early, got a big lead, after that it’s just managing.”
Morant, 26, is in the third year of a five-year, $197.2 million contract and is earning approximately $39.4 million this season. He’s now averaging 19.3 points, 3.3 rebounds, and 7.8 assists in 28.4 minutes per game across 19 performances, while shooting 40.7% overall, 23.5% from deep, and 89.0% on free throws.
With his London performance, Morant not only steadied a team searching for consistency, but also delivered a clear message about where he believes his future belongs.
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