In a spirited NBA In-Season Tournament matchup, the Los Angeles Lakers and the Memphis Grizzlies clashed, igniting heightened tensions in the opening quarter. The central point of contention was an altercation between Anthony Davis and Santi Aldama, sparking a social media uproar with various fan reactions.

The altercation unfolded as Davis and Aldama grappled for possession after a play, resulting in Davis pushing the Memphis forward to the ground. Desmond Bane promptly stepped in to defend Aldama, creating a charged on-court moment that reverberated across social media platforms.

Amid the unfolding drama, fans injected humor into the situation, with one commenting, “He saw Draymond and got inspired,” in reference to Draymond Green’s earlier clash with the Minnesota Timberwolves. Despite the early commotion, the Lakers seized control of the game, entering halftime with a substantial 20-point lead.

Davis, undeterred by the scuffle, delivered a noteworthy performance, approaching a double-double in the first half, with the intention of extending the Lakers’ two-game winning streak.