Key Highlights
- Kevin Durant roasted Ja Morant’s father during a game in Houston.
- The incident occurred on December 7, 2025, at the FedExForum in Memphis.
- Tee Morant, Ja Morant’s father, was sitting courtside for his son’s last weekend of play before a potential trade.
- Durant’s comments were captured on video and shared by user @courtsidedunk on TikTok.
Incident at FedExForum: Durant’s Trash Talk Continues On Court
Houston Rockets star Kevin Durant, known for his social media prowess, took his trash-talking skills to the court during a game against the Memphis Grizzlies on December 7, 2025. The incident occurred in front of Tee Morant, father of Grizzlies star Ja Morant, who was sitting courtside at the FedExForum.
The tension between Ja Morant and his team has been evident recently, with Morant suspended for detrimental conduct last week. This context made the encounter between Durant and Tee Morant a highly charged one during the game.
Durant’s Barbs at Tee Morant
According to Kristen Wong of Sports Illustrated, Durant was seen walking toward Tee Morant during a break in action. He allegedly told him, “Your son don’t wanna be here,” eliciting laughter from Morant and his friends. Encouraged by their reactions, Durant continued with another comment: “We know it’s your last weekend. Enjoy your time.”
These comments were captured on video and shared on TikTok by user @courtsidedunk, providing fans a glimpse into the banter that goes on behind the scenes of NBA games.
The Larger Context
Besides his in-game antics, Durant has long been known for his social media presence. He often engages in light-hearted trash talk to entertain his followers and keep things interesting. However, these incidents are not meant to be mean-spirited but rather to add a bit of flavor to the game atmosphere.
Ja Morant and his father have had their share of public disagreements recently, with Morant facing suspension and tension within the team. The interaction between Durant and Tee Morant during the game highlighted this ongoing tension and brought it into the spotlight for fans watching the match live.
The Current Situation in NBA
Houston Rockets (5-2) are currently enjoying a five-game winning streak, tied for the NBA’s longest active streak of the 2025-26 season. Kevin Durant is leading the team as their top scorer. Meanwhile, the Memphis Grizzlies (3-6) have lost four games in a row and are struggling to find their footing.
Should Ja Morant eventually hit the trade market, it’s unlikely that the high-powered Rockets would be interested, given the success of Amen Thompson at point guard for Houston.
This situation is something Morant and the Grizzlies got to witness firsthand during the game on December 7, 2025.
The incident serves as a reminder of the personal tensions that can exist in professional sports and how they are often played out publicly, even on court during games. As the NBA season continues, such interactions may become more frequent or intense, depending on team dynamics and individual player relationships.