‘I’m jealous’: Gilbert Arenas jealous of how high Ja Morant can jump

The modern NBA is known for its reliance on the three-point shot. However, it is still full of explosive athletes capable of impressive aerial acrobatics. But few are as vertically gifted as Ja Morant. The Memphis Grizzlies star’s shooting ability is so impressive that even former players like Gilbert Arenas envy his jump shot.

The three-time All-Star admitted his jealousy of the high-profile defender in the episode Giles Arena. “I’m jealous” The 42-year-old said “Because when you jump that high, you must be thinking about that shit while you’re up there.”

The former Washington Wizard praised some of the game’s greatest dunkers, reflecting on what they think when their heads reach the rim. “You see such dunks. (Ja), Vince (Carter), right, and you’re just like, ‘What’s going on in your brains?’

Agent Zero was a talented athlete himself, but wasn’t known for constantly exploding to the rim for a jam in his prime. Unlike point guards like Morant and Derrick Rose, Gil was more respected for his play in the gaps. His quick first step allowed him to open up mid-range jumpers and floaters, which he favored over dunk attempts.

However, he has shown his admiration for athletes who don’t have to dance with defenders to create a shot opportunity; instead, they can simply fly over everyone on the short path to the edge.

Morant isn’t just trying to hit a slam. The two-time All-Star is always looking to attack the rim with power, which has led to some of the most memorable jams in recent NBA history. The sixth-year guard’s roster is filled with notorious blockers, including Jakob Poeltl and Evan Mobley.

The conversation began after Josiah Johnson touched on Morant’s return to dunking after previously announcing he would now refrain from throwing to preserve his health. The Memphis superstar proved he can’t stay away for long, again putting on an aerial display within a few games of his initial statement.

Gil’s envy is well-founded, as very few talents in NBA history have matched Ja’s in the game. The South Carolina native has yet to pitch for All-Star Weekend, but Morant has proven enough with his list of posters over his career.