The Memphis Grizzlies pulled off an impressive win over the Los Angeles Lakers on Wednesday night, defeating their Western Conference rivals despite an outstanding performance from star forward LeBron James. Completing the match with 39 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists, James did some of everything for the Lakers in this match.

Grizzlies star point guard Ja Morant finished the game with 20 points, 5 assists and 4 rebounds. Two other Grizzlies players also scored 20 points, with both Jaylen Wells and Jaren Jackson Jr. He accomplished that goal for Memphis.

The Grizzlies and Lakers have had great battles in recent seasons, including the first round of the 2023 NBA playoffs. The Lakers won this series in six games, but some injuries, including to Morant, definitely affected things.

Asked about the Lakers’ situation after Wednesday night’s game, Morant gave a very clear answer.

“I don’t like them,” Morant said, via Damichael Cole of The Memphis Commercial Appeal.

Morant’s statement went viral and many major accounts posted the quote.

Via @TheHoopCentral: “Lakers’ Ja Morant: ‘I don’t like them.’ (via @DamichaelC).”

Via @LegionHoops: “‘I don’t like them.’ — Ja Morant on Lakers (via @DamichaelC).”

This was a very blunt statement from Morant, and one that will likely trend on social media for a while.

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