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His candidness—or lack thereof—when questioned by the media exemplifies this. After a recent game, Morant deflected responsibility, telling reporters to ask the coaching staff why he was not playing rather than addressing his own role. Such responses do little to inspire confidence among management, teammates, or fans. A star player’s attitude can influence the entire team’s cohesion, and Morant’s current approach seems more damaging than motivating.
The Status of Morant as a Player
From a purely basketball perspective, Morant has shown flashes of brilliance, but his inconsistency and off-court issues have clouded his value. His injury history, combined with disciplinary problems, diminishes his standing as the franchise’s unquestioned leader.