The FedEx Forum's Grind City fans were all grins as Tuomas Iisalo's first NBA Opening Night win was winding down. However, the night needed a capping moment to keep the conversations buzzing around Beale Street. Thankfully, with mere seconds separating Zion Williamson's new-look New Orleans Pelicans from a frustrating, season-opening loss, Ja Morant decided to add a little salt to the wound. The result was a viral moment the undefeated Memphis Grizzlies (1-0) can use for content gold, a harsh welcome to the league for Jeremiah Fears, and a playful exchange between two of the NBA’s brightest stars.

Willie Green's group needed to foul to extend the all-but-over game (128-122). New Orleans was pressing hard as Morant (35 points, three rebounds, three assists, one steal) received an i

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