The NBA has always had a strict code of conduct for its players, and any violation of that code can result in severe consequences. Recently, the league made headlines when it announced that one of its brightest young stars, Ja Morant, had been suspended for violating the league’s firearms policy.

Morant, a rising star for the Memphis Grizzlies, was suspended for one game without pay after it was discovered that he had a gun in his possession. The incident occurred in late February when Morant was traveling with his team to Denver for a game against the Nuggets.

According to reports, Morant had a gun in a bag that was checked in as luggage. While the gun was legally registered in Tennessee, it is against NBA rules for players to carry firearms while traveling on team business.

In a statement released by the league, they said, “Ja Morant has been suspended one game without pay for violation of the league’s firearms policy. Morant will serve his suspension tonight when the Memphis Grizzlies play the Brooklyn Nets.”

Morant, who was the second overall pick in the 2019 NBA draft, took responsibility for his actions and issued an apology on social media, saying, “I want to apologize for my actions and the distraction they have caused for my team and the league. I understand the seriousness of my lapse in judgment and I will make sure it doesn’t happen again.”

The NBA’s policy on firearms is clear: players are prohibited from possessing guns while traveling on team business, regardless of whether the gun is legal or not. The league takes this policy very seriously, as it seeks to ensure the safety of its players and staff.

While Morant’s suspension was only for one game, the incident serves as a reminder of the importance of the NBA’s firearms policy. The league has faced criticism in the past for its handling of off-court incidents involving players, but it is clear that the league is taking steps to hold its players accountable for their actions.