Ja Morant Named NBA Rookie Of The Year

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Ja Morant had an impressive first year with the Memphis Grizzlies.

Coming into this season, fans were interested to see how Ja Morant adapt to the NBA game. While playing for Murray State, he was an incredible scorer who knew how to get buckets when his team needed him most. With the Memphis Grizzlies, Morant didn't skip a beat as he continued to play one of the most mature games in the entire league. While he may have a lot to learn, he was able to lead the Grizzlies to the brink of a playoff spot although unfortunately, it didn't come together.

However, Morant was quickly nominated for this season's rookie of the year award and as many would have assumed. He won. Yes, that's right folks, Ja Morant is the 2019-2020 rookie of the year. The second overall pick in this year's draft was able to edge out Zion Williamson and various other rookie talents to take the grand prize.

Morant is one of those players who can turn an entire franchise around and he seems to already be doing it in Memphis. If the team continues to give him pieces, there is a real chance this team could be a perennial playoff franchise, for years to come.

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Alexander Cole is the current Managing Editor of HotNewHipHop. He started at HotNewHipHop back in 2018 where he began as a Sports and Sneakers writer. During this time, he has shown an expertise in Air Jordans, Yeezys, and all things that have to do with Nike. His favorite kicks are the Air Jordan 1 High OG, the Air Jordan 4, the Air Jordan 6, and the Adidas Yeezy Boost 350 V2 in the "Beluga 2.0" colorway. Although his collection might not be the biggest, he is always looking to add new styles to it. When it comes to sports, Alex has a particular interest in the NBA and the NFL. His favorite teams are anywhere LeBron goes, and the Kansas City Chiefs. As a Montrealer, the Montreal Canadiens hold a special place in his heart, even if they haven't won the Stanley Cup in his lifetime. Alex also works for the Concordia Stingers, where he provides play-by-play and color commentary for the football, hockey, and basketball teams His favorite hip-hop artists are Kendrick Lamar, Playboi Carti, Travis Scott, and Lil Uzi Vert.
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