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Grizzlies' Brooks issues big challenge to LeBron
Memphis Grizzlies forward Dillon Brooks (24) reacts toward Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (6) during the second half during Game 2 of the 2023 NBA playoffs at FedExForum. Petre Thomas-USA TODAY Sports

Grizzlies' Dillon Brooks issues big challenge to LeBron James

Originally posted on Larry Brown Sports  |  By Larry Brown  |  Last updated 4/20/23

Dillon Brooks is really asking for it.

Brooks tried his best to get in LeBron James’ head during Game 2 of the Western Conference first-round playoff series between his Memphis Grizzlies and the Los Angeles Lakers. He was seen talking to the Lakers star and staring down James throughout the game.

James finally talked Brooks in the third quarter:

And here was Brooks after making a three-pointer in the fourth quarter:

The Grizzlies won 103-93 as Brooks made another three-pointer in the final two minutes to put the game out of reach. Though he shot just 5-of-14 and scored 12 points, Brooks was full of confidence after the game.

Brooks straight up said he was poking the bear and that he wouldn’t respect any player until they score 40 points on him.

“I don’t care — he’s old,” Brooks said of James. “I poke bears. I don’t respect no one until they give me 40.”

The Lakers shot 4-of-17 when Brooks finished a play guarding James, so he was effective defensively. James scored 28 points but was 1-of-8 on threes.

Brooks is challenging the 38-year-old James to come after him and put up a big game. He might want to watch his words.

The series is tied 1-1 and heads to Los Angeles for Game 3 on Saturday.

This article first appeared on Larry Brown Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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