Former NBA champion praises Ja Morant's winning mentality and predicts him as a contender for MVP of the league: “He will be in that conversation to be MVP”

Memphis Grizzlies point guard Ja Morant was once viewed as a rising star across the NBA. After an eye-opening 2021-22 season, many are considering Morant to be a potential MVP candidate.

Morant was one of the most exciting players in the NBA last season. He went on to win the NBA's Most Improved Player and turned the Grizzlies into a contender. During that season, Morant averaged 27.4 points, 5.7 rebounds, and 6.7 assists per game. He was also acknowledged by his peers, as he made his first NBA All-Star team.

The Grizzlies quickly became the story of the league as they went on to finish second in the Western Conference standings. The sky is the limit for the 23-year-old floor general. It seems as if it's only a matter of time before Morant finds himself in serious contention for the league's MVP award.

That's exactly what former NBA champion and current Dallas Mavericks head coach Jason Kidd believes. Speaking recently to the media, Kidd praised the ability to the talented point guard. Kidd went on to say that he believes Morant is "special" and stated that Morant will be in the MVP conversation.

"He's special and all eyes will be on him. He will be in that conversation to be MVP. Ja is about winning and making plays."

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Ja Morant trending as potential MVP candidate

Memphis Grizzlies superstar Ja Morant

It's no secret that Ja Morant has become a franchise superstar for the Memphis Grizzlies. Ever since Morant entered the NBA in 2019, he's been viewed as a potential superstar. That belief didn't start to gain real traction until Morant's sensational 2021-22 season.

With the Memphis Grizzlies now looking like one of the tougher teams in the Western Conference, expectations will be high. That's just what Ja Morant is hoping for, as the Grizzlies look to build off an impressive previous year. Morant has become an electrifying player on the court.

He's one of the most gifted playmakers in the entire league and has the athleticism to fly above the rim. It seems like almost every game Mortant plays in, he attempts to dominate opponents with poster dunks. As long as Ja continues to play at his level, the Grizzlies will become a team to be afraid of.

The Grizzlies organization has done a sensational job over the years of surrounding their superstar with talent. Memphis has one of the deepest rosters in terms of young developing talent. After a massive step in the right direction in 2021-22, Memphis could become a title contender as soon as this year.

If the franchise continues to develop, Morant will have plenty of fans when it comes to his resume as a potential MVP candidate. Still just 23-years-old, Morant has taken leaps forward in his progression each year. Time will tell if the competitive guard can continue to surprise fans with his upside.