Morant Fires Back at Teen in Countersuit Accusing Him of Defamation and Threats of Violence

Ja Morant claims teen defendant lied about him brandishing a gun, costing him potentially millions in earnings and damaging his reputation.
Morant says teen defendant threatened him and acted aggressively, contradicting the original lawsuit's claims.
Morant admits to striking teen once in self-defense but says most of the original allegations against him are false and defamatory.
Morant seeks unspecified damages from teen for harm caused to his career and reputation.