Memphis, TN - When the Memphis Grizzlies signed Derrick Rose in the offseason, the thought of him mentoring a suspended Ja Morant seemed exciting. Now, with Morant back in action and Rose sidelined with injury, fans are having some fun with their on-court partnership – and giving them a rather peculiar nickname.

The NBA Memes account playfully dubbed the duo "Guns N' Roses," poking fun at Morant's gun-related suspension and Rose's last name. While some enjoyed the humor, others felt it was insensitive.

"It would be a better name if they were a good duo," one fan commented, calling for them to earn the nickname on the court first. Another took a more optimistic approach: "It is pretty fire tbh. Rose is the perfect mentor for Ja too. Rose had a similar, athletic playstyle in his prime."

Despite the nickname debate, Morant's return has been electrifying. He struggled in the first half against the New Orleans Pelicans, but exploded in the final two quarters, finishing with 34 points, 6 rebounds, 8 assists, and 2 steals, culminating in a game-winning buzzer beater. His performance silenced doubters and sent a message to the league.

Morant followed up with 20 points, 5 rebounds, and 8 assists in a win over the Indiana Pacers in his home debut. With Rose expected to return soon, Grizzlies fans are eager to see the duo's potential unfold. Whether they become "Guns N' Roses" on the court remains to be seen, but their dynamic certainly promises excitement.