Ja Morant's Success and Achievements in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: May 12, 2026

A closer look at the biggest achievements of Ja Morant. Awards, milestones, and records that define success.

Temetrius Jamel "Ja" Morant is a professional basketball player currently playing for the Memphis Grizzlies in the NBA. Known for his explosive athleticism and playmaking abilities, Morant played college basketball at Murray State University, earning consensus first-team All-American honors in 2019. He was drafted second overall by the Grizzlies in the 2019 NBA draft and quickly established himself as a key player, winning the NBA Rookie of the Year Award in 2020. Morant has led the Grizzlies to playoff contention, showcasing his scoring, passing, and rebounding skills.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

February 2007: Mike Miller's Grizzlies Record

In February 2007, Mike Miller set the record for most points in a game by a Grizzlies player. This record was later broken by Ja Morant in February 2022.

January 10, 2019: Wooden Award Watch List and Assist Record

On January 10, 2019, Ja Morant was named to the midseason top 25 watch list for the John R. Wooden Award and broke the school record for most assists in a single game, with 18, against UT Martin.

2019: All-American Honors

In 2019, Ja Morant was a consensus first-team All-American as a sophomore playing college basketball for the Murray State Racers.

2019: Morant NBA Rookie of the Year

In 2019, Ja Morant was named NBA Rookie of the Year.

2020: NBA Rookie of the Year

In 2020, Ja Morant was named the NBA Rookie of the Year.

June 1, 2021: Moneybagg Yo Releases "Rookie of the Year" in Honor of Morant

On June 1, 2021, rapper Moneybagg Yo released the song "Rookie of the Year" in celebration of Ja Morant being named NBA Rookie of the Year. The song highlights Morant's journey from a little-known college freshman to NBA Rookie of the Year.

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April 21, 2022: First Postseason Triple-Double

On April 21, 2022, during Game 3 of the first round of the playoffs, Ja Morant posted his first postseason triple-double in a win over the Minnesota Timberwolves.

2022: NBA All-Star and Most Improved Player

In 2022, Ja Morant was named to his first NBA All-Star Game as a starter, won the NBA Most Improved Player Award and was selected to his first All-NBA Team.

January 29, 2023: Morant Achieves Seventh Career Triple-Double

On January 29, 2023, Ja Morant recorded his seventh career triple-double with 27 points, 10 rebounds, and 15 assists in a 112–100 victory over the Indiana Pacers, becoming the first player in Grizzlies history to achieve at least 25 points, 10 rebounds, and 15 assists in a single game.

December 19, 2023: Morant Returns from Suspension with Game-Winning Shot

On December 19, 2023, Ja Morant made his return from suspension, scoring 27 of his 34 points in the second half and hitting the game-winning shot in a 115–113 victory against the New Orleans Pelicans.

2025: Morant Awarded Damages from The Wing Guru

In 2025, Ja Morant was awarded $300,000 in damages from The Wing Guru, a restaurant chain, due to breach of contract.

2025: Judge Rules Morant Acted in Self-Defense

In 2025, a judge determined that Ja Morant was acting in self-defense and dismissed the 2022 lawsuit related to the punching incident, resolving the legal challenge.