The NBA’s Ja Morant punishment made the Detroit Pistons guard think twice.

This week, Memphis Grizzlies star Ja Morant made headlines for his celebrations in games against the Golden State Warriors and the Miami Heat. On Saturday, the Grizzlies and the Detroit Pistons will meet in Michigan. Will Morant pull out the “finger gun” celebration that recently landed him a $75,000 fine by the league? Only time will tell. Clearly, the warning from the NBA didn’t matter much to the high-flying star. However, it did make Pistons guard Marcus Sasser think twice on Friday night. In a matchup against the Toronto Raptors, Sasser knocked down a three with a defender right in his face. Feeling the moment, he started to pull off the celebration, which has become a major talking point in the league this season. Just as he did it, cameras caught Sasser instantly regretting it. The last thing Sasser needs this week is a bill from the league. Last Sunday, Sasser was one of five players ejected from the Pistons-Timberwolves game in Minnesota for being a part of the second-quarter skirmish. While the NBA didn’t fine Sasser for his involvement, he was suspended for one game without pay. As a result, Sasser lost a reported $15,403 from his game check. When Sasser returned to the court from his suspension on Friday night, he checked in for 20 minutes off the bench. The young veteran guard shot 3-6 from the field to score 10 points. He also collected four rebounds, one assist, and one steal in the 117-105 win over the Toronto Raptors.

  • Leave a Reply

    Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

    You Missed

    Results for the 2025 Daytona Short Track 1

    Results for the 2025 Daytona Short Track 1

    High school track and field in Oklahoma in 2025 Results of the Class 4A, 3A, 2A, and A state championships

    High school track and field in Oklahoma in 2025  Results of the Class 4A, 3A, 2A, and A state championships

    Tracker of 2025 NRL Signings: Dragons lock down youthful gun; Knights re-sign forward

    Tracker of 2025 NRL Signings: Dragons lock down youthful gun; Knights re-sign forward

    Final Round of Senior Pathways: Bulldogs Defeat Eels

    Final Round of Senior Pathways: Bulldogs Defeat Eels