Who is Ja Morants Dad Tee Morant?

Publish date: 2024-04-02

Temetrius Jamal Morant or Tee Morant is the father of Ja Morant, the Memphis Grizzlies star. Ja has been quite in the limelight following his gun display violence and strip club fiasco on Instagram live, but what of his dad?

A former basketball player, entrepreneur and media personality, Tee Morant is a familiar face in the NBA games. Born in 1978 in Memphis, Tennessee of the United States. Only 45 years of age, Tee Morant is a beloved media personality and a strict critic of his son. Morant’s passion for the sport is one spectacle to watch and fans admire the senior Morant for his vibrant persona. Here’s what you need to know about Ja Morant’s father, Tee Morant. 

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Who is Ja Morant’s Father?

A South California native, Tee had been a basketball player for Claflin University. Prior to that, he had played high school basketball at Hillcrest. Interestingly yet, Tee Morant had shared the court with a Hall-of-Famer, and it was none other than Ray Allen.

In spite of having a competitive record in College basketball, Tee opted not to pursue a more professional career in the field. He married Jamie Morant, who had also been a basketball player in school. The couple had been blessed with two children, Ja and Teniya Morant.

Tee Morant said in a recent interview with TMZ said

“Ja was never in the streets, of course he was around a bad crowd, but that was only to play basketball. we made sure he went to school, went to practice then came home. What he’s trying to prove right now is stupid”. pic.twitter.com/kmJHR1M5U0

— Leigon Hoops (@LeigonHoops) March 7, 2023

Tee is regularly seen on the courtside for the Memphis Grizzlies, cheering for the team. However, the Senior Morant is well known for being a harsh critic of his son, Ja. This is said to have modelled the Grizzlies star into a much more competitive version of himself.

What does Ja Morant’s father do for a living?


Tee Morant is an entrepreneur and media personality who runs a few local investments. However, Tee is more prominently known for being on the courtside of the NBA and has earned a fan following in the process. Previously, he had played basketball in his college and high school days but did not pursue professional basketball.

What is the estimated net worth of Ja Morant’s dad ?

Although not much is known of Tee Morant’s business ventures, his estimated net worth is about $1.5 million as of 2023. He enjoys a substantial following across social media platforms owing to his undying passion for the sport.

Cam’ron sends a message to Tee Morant:

“You gotta start being a more father figure…the sunglasses, the wilding out trying to fight Shannon Sharpe, having look alike contests with Usher. I understand you’re the new age dad, but this is a little too cool. Tee Morant, we have to… https://t.co/GYgZNTMqZZ pic.twitter.com/OKptBOVr25

— NBACentral (@TheNBACentral) March 15, 2023

However, many fans have taken a big at the NBA star’s father, stating he is simply an overhyped parent seeking media attention. Others perceive him as a passionate enthusiast of the sport. Love him or not, Tee Morant is one exciting addition to the NBA courtside.

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