Grizzlies’ Ja Morant avoids criminal charges after appearing to flash gun in video

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The Glendale Police Department in Colorado has concluded its investigation into Memphis Grizzlies star Ja Morant, who was seen on video last weekend appearing to display a gun while at a nightclub. 

In a press release, the department said it was "not able to determine that probable cause existed for the filing of charges." 

Ja Morant of the Memphis Grizzlies high-fives his teammates during the Celtics game at TD Garden on Feb. 12, 2023, in Boston. (Brian Fluharty/Getty Images)

"In this case, it should be noted that on the night in question the GPD did not receive any calls for service at the nightclub regarding a weapon of any type," the department said. "Subsequently, no disturbances were reported, and no citizens or patrons of the club came forward to make a complaint. 

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"The investigation also concluded that no one was threatened or menaced with the firearm and in fact no firearm was ever located. Although the video was concerning enough to prompt an investigation, there was not enough available evidence to charge anyone with a crime."  

Morant missed his second consecutive game on Tuesday after the team announced he would be "away from the team" after the video began circulating on social media. 

Morant can be seen in the video displaying what appears to be a gun while singing without a shirt on. 

The Grizzlies star apologized on Saturday, saying he would take some time away to "get help." 

"I take full responsibility for my actions last night. I’m sorry to my family, teammates, coaches, fans, partners, the city of