Overview

• Ja Morant and Buddy Hield received warnings from the NBA after making finger-gun gestures during the Grizzlies-Warriors game on April 2, 2025.
• The NBA ruled the gestures inappropriate but not violent, deciding against fines or suspensions for the players or their teams.
• The incident occurred late in the game, with both players receiving technical fouls for their actions.
• Morant’s past gun-related incidents, including two suspensions in 2023, have amplified scrutiny of his behavior.
• The league is considering whether to formally ban gun-related gestures in the future, though no policy changes have been announced.