The Memphis Grizzlies were 3-2 entering their Friday night Emirates NBA Cup matchup against the Los Angeles Lakers .. It turned into a rough night for the franchise as the Grizzlies suffered a 117-112 home loss. Memphis star Ja Morant had a disappointing eight-point outing before sharing his displeasure in postgame media comments.

The vibes are not exactly great right now in Memphis. The Memphis Grizzlies lost in NBA Cup game action on Friday night to the Los Angeles Lakers by a final score of 117-112.

Alongside Ja Morant on the Grizzlies’ injury report are six other players, most notably guard Kentavious Caldwell-Pope. The veteran guard played 30 minutes against the Pelicans, contributing 15 points, four rebounds and three assists.

In a candid interview, Memphis Grizzlies star Ja Morant talks about why he didn't want the pressures and stressors of superstardom.

Grizzlies' Ja Morant joins Michael Jordan in exclusive NBA history for season openers originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here. Ja Morant had a chance to make a statement on the opening night of the NBA season.