Ja Morant vs. Michael Jordan (the youth vs. the elder)

https://music.apple.com/us/album/haterade-single/1621404360

Ja Morant had stated that “if he were to play against Michael Jordan he would “cook him”. Is this mentality a plus for the youth today or is it detrimental. Should the youth be this ambitious ? Is this a sign of disrespect or is it healthy competitive nature ?