Dillon Brooks has become one of the faces of trash-talk in the NBA. The young Memphis Grizzlies star isn't afraid to go after anyone. Including one of the greatest players of all time, LeBron James. Recently Brooks spoke on the potential opportunity of his Grizzlies meeting the Lakers in the opening round. It seems as if Brooks had given this situation a lot of thought even before being asked. Brooks didn't hold back his feelings on the matter. His statement might even throw a little shade at Lakers nation.
“I wouldn’t mind playing LeBron in a 7-game series…The legacy is there. First time back in the playoffs, knock him out right away in the first round. It’ll test us good. They got good pieces, good players, and that’ll be a good 1st round matchup for us.” It seems as if Brooks is not worried about the potential meeting with the Lakers. As a matter of fact, Brooks seems to welcome the opportunity. The Grizzlies star should have a lot of confidence in his team. The Grizzlies earned the second seed in the Western Conference.
Dillon Brooks Doesn't Fear The Lakers
However, the matchup isn't set in stone. The Lakers must still win their play-in game on Tuesday night against the Minnesota Timberwolves. Both the Timberwolves and Lakers can be a winnable matchup for the Grizzlies. However, you would have to think the Grizzlies want to avoid the Lakers. Yes, it has been a down year. But asking to play LeBron is probably less than ideal. Instead, Brooks is looking forward to the potential matchup. A Grizzlies-Lakers matchup does have heavyweight vibes linked to it.
Dillon Brooks isn't afraid of the Lakers. Why should he be? The Grizzlies have been, far and away, a better team than the Lakers. Brooks' comments are only catching steam because of who they're directed at. However, if the Lakers do win the seventh seed, these comments will be bulletin board material. Should Dillon Brooks be afraid of the Lakers? Can the Lakers compete with a team like Memphis? Let us know your thoughts on the potential matchup in the comment section. For the latest NBA news, keep it right here at HNHH.