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Paul Pierce defends Ja Morant for posing with gun during Instagram Live video

Since Ja Morant live-streamed himself posing with an alleged firearm on Instagram, the Grizzlies’ All-Star point guard has faced plenty of criticism and controversy.

The Grizzlies initially announced that Morant will be away from the team for at least two games. On Sunday, Grizzlies coach Taylor Jenkins said there isn’t a timetable for Morant’s return as he undergoes a “healing process.”

Some, including Former Celtics forward Paul Pierce, mentioned how they can empathize with Morant.

Pierce tweeted that he doesn’t care what Morant’s critics have to say because they don’t know what it feels like to be in Morant’s shoes.