Matt Barnes Gives Advice To NBA Players Amid Ja Morant Controversy

Matt Barnes has a easy message for NBA gamers following Ja Morant‘s gun video controversy — DON’T SNITCH ON YOURSELF — telling TMZ Sports hoopers need not doc their each transfer on social media.

Barnes expressed help for Morant whereas exterior Dash Radio this week … however he thinks his strip membership gun video generally is a cautionary story for different guys within the league as they attempt to navigate their private lives whereas being recognizable athletes.

“Don’t tell on yourself and watch out for cameras,” Barnes mentioned. “The second you step out of your house you’re being recorded these days. So just stay cognizant and be aware of your surroundings.”

Morant discovered himself in sizzling water with the league after he brandished a gun on Instagram Live earlier this month … which led to an eight-game ban.

Morant entered a counseling program shortly after apologizing for his actions … and recently said he met with therapists, received reiki therapy and labored on nervousness respiration throughout his time away from the sport.

Barnes advised us he is not prepared to surrender on Ja or his profession, saying the guard is “one of my favorite players in the league” … including Morant “got a little ahead of himself with some stuff.”

“That happens when you’re young and the world [is] at the palm of your hand.”

“I love Ja. I love what he brings to the table. I just want to send him love. Let him know we love him. We miss him and we need him back.”