Deputies perform welfare check on Grizzlies' Ja Morant following cryptic social media posts

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Memphis Grizzlies embattled point guard Ja Morant’s cryptic social media posts, which have since been deleted, led deputies to perform a welfare check on Wednesday. 

A spokesman for the Shelby County Sheriff’s Office confirmed to Fox News Digital that, after the social media posts and receiving inquiries about Morant, deputies went to the star’s home to check on him. 

"Shelby County Sheriff’s Office deputies checked on Ja Morant at his residence this morning and he is fine. He advised us that he is taking a break from social media," the spokesman said. 

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Ja Morant of the Memphis Grizzlies warms up before the Western Conference playoff game against the Lakers at Crypto.com Arena on April 28, 2023, in Los Angeles. (Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)

Morant’s Instagram Stories caused concern when he posted pictures of his mother, father and daughter, showcasing his love for them, and then posted a fourth story that was captioned "Bye." with a picture of him doing an interview on the court. 

Morant has been in bad spotlight yet again after his latest incident where he displayed a firearm on social media. Morant’s friend, Davonte Pack, who has been involved in off-court incidents in the past, was doing an Instagram Live and Morant was seen briefly flashing the firearm before Pack quickly moved the camera away. 

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The Grizzlies immediately suspended Morant from all team activities as they awaited the NBA’s investigation on the matter. Commissioner Adam Silver told ESPN on NBA Draft Lottery