Magic Johnson left awestruck by Ja Morant’s sensational 360 layup against the Nets

Ja Morant's viral 360 layups caught the eye of NBA legend Magic Johnson who is awe of the star's acrobatic finishes.

Magic Johnson left awestruck by Ja Morant’s sensational 360 layup against the Nets

Magic Johnson awe-struck by Morant's two 360 layup finishes

The Memphis Grizzlies lost an unexpected match to the Brooklyn Nets despite Ja Morant’s performance. Despite the loss, the Grizzlies guard completely balled out, and two of his standout plays went viral on social media. This led NBA legend and five-time champion Magic Johnson to take notice of Morant’s incredible performance.

Fans in Brooklyn were treated with the full Ja Morant experience. It was a full display of athleticism and showmanship as the 6’3 guard went for not one but two 360-degree layups. It didn’t take long for the video of Morant’s layup to reach media platforms. It left fans in attendance and online stunned in their reaction to the feat.

I’ve never seen anyone make two 360 layups like that in the same game!

Magic Johnson via X
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Magic Johnson has also been no stranger to showing flashy moves during games, but Morant is also an all-timer when it comes to highlights. The first attempt showed the star corking his body mid-air, shifting and adjusting for a finish. The second basket from the star was still more impressive, with Morant faking a dunk in the middle of his move. This led to another sensational bucket.

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In the 106-104 loss to the Nets, the Grizzlies superstar poured in 25 points along with nine assists and five rebounds. After the game, the Grizzlies shifted their record to 4-4, and the Nets improved to a similar 4-4 record for the season. The game also showcased an impressive outing from rookie Zach Edey, who scored 25 points.

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Ja Morant’s dunk surpasses Victor Wembanyama’s viral dunk video view count

Unsurprisingly, the video of Ja Morant’s two 360 layups quickly catches fire on online platforms like X and Instagram. As of now, the video has garnered over 161 million views across NBA social media platforms. The viewership makes it the most-watched clip of this season.

The record was solidified after the clips surpassed Victor Wembanyama’s viral dunk on 31st December 2023. This viral dunk video garnered over 153 million views. Last season, the world awaited to see the young Frenchman showcase his skill set in the NBA. As such, his clips went quite viral.

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The official statement of Morant’s record was issued by the NBA Communications and PR team. The Grizzlies superstar missed out a majority of last season due to injury. They will hope to return to the playoffs this time around.