Naz Reid was subjected to a heckler during Monday's game between the Minnesota Timberwolves and Memphis Grizzlies, and the antagonist claims Reid threatened to "smack" him.

Naz Reid clapped back at a heckling fan, saying, "I'll smack the sh*t outta you," during the Timberwolves' loss to the Grizzlies.

During the fourth quarter of the Timberwolves' game against the Memphis Grizzlies ... decided to challenge Reid a bit and heckle him. Naz Reid (Photo: Justin Ford, Getty) "Hey, you mad?"

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The Grizzlies already have one closer in superstar Ja Morant, but Jaren Jackson Jr. is proving to be another clutch-time piece.

Ja Morant made a tiebreaking jumper with 18 seconds left, Jaren Jackson Jr. scored 33 points and the Memphis Grizzlies beat the Minnesota Timberwolves 127-125 on Saturday night in a game that was tight from start to finish.

Jaren Jackson Jr. had 24 points, including 15 in the fourth quarter, and Desmond Bane added 22 points as the Memphis Grizzlies used a late rally to beat the Minnesota Timberwolves 108-106.

January 20 - Jaren Jackson Jr. scored 15 of his team-high 24 points in the fourth quarter to lead the Memphis Grizzlies ... Timberwolves with 32 points and Naz Reid had 29 points and eight rebounds.

The Memphis Grizzlies just keep on winning. Ja Morant and the Grizz overcame an 11-point deficit at halftime—and a nine-point deficit midway through

The Memphis Grizzlies continue finding ways to win ... guard Anthony Edwards dropped 32 points and standout sixth man Naz Reid had 29 off the bench, but the Grizzlies' strong team play willed ...

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There will be ups and downs for a player so young in such a demanding position. But the juice Dillingham is bringing is undeniable.