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The Memphis Grizzlies star Ja Morant recently fired his agent Jim Tanner who has been with him for a long time. Former NBA Icon Gilbert Arenas saw this decision by the Grizzlies star as a way to restore his image.

Morant was surrounded by a lot of controversies last year which followed up with him to this season. However, after getting injured and ruled out of the season, he has shown an active effort to heal the damage done to his reputation.

Gilbert Arenas sees positive in Ja Morant firing his agent

Gilbert Arenas saw great positives in Ja Morant’s recent decision to fire his agent. On the show “Nightcap”, he expressed his opinion on the Grizzlies star’s recent actions and also shared his valuable insights on his situation. He was accompanied by NFL legend Shannon Sharpe who also agreed to Arenas’ take.

“I think he is cleaning the house. He is surrounding himself with smarter people, who are going to take him to the next step. The fact that he has stayed out of the limelight, he is getting healthy… for the most part, his troubles were his cell phone and the fact that he has laid low. I think everyone just can’t wait until next year with him,” said Arenas on the nightcap show. He highlighted that Morant has been avoiding the spotlight and working actively to fix his reputation. He pointed out that the Grizzlies star is surrounding himself with smart people who can lift him to the next level.

Morant’s injury situation

Ja Morant returned to the Memphis Grizzlies in December last year after completing his suspension. After his return, it looked like the table could have turned in the favor of the Grizzlies. They went on a 4 game win streak however, things took a drastic turn real quick and Morant was out.

The surgery was successful but Morant is currently in recovery. He is expected to be out until next year and the Grizzlies would have to manage until that happens. He has been traveling with the squad in their games offering his support. However, the Grizzlies are still not able to pull through without him.

What do you think about Gilbert Arenas’ take on Morant’s decision to fire his agent? When do you think Ja Morant will return next year? We are eager to know your thoughts, so drop down in the comments and let us know.