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Nas Tapped To Announce NBA & Hennessy Partnership
Nas narrated a commercial announcing the NBA and Hennessy’s new partnership, which makes the liquor brand the Official Spirit of the NBA, WNBA and USA Basketball. Nas assumed his duties as brand ambassador for Hennessy this week by narrating a commercial to announce the liquor brand’s new partnership with the NBA. The multi-year deal, which solidifies Hennessy as the Official Spirit of the NBA, WNBA and USA Basketball, was announced on February 10th, ahead of this weekend’s 2020 NBA All-Star Game. Noel Vasquez/Getty Images for Hennessy “We are pleased to be partnering with the NBA, a forward-thinking league that embodies our ‘Never stop. Never...
France Reports First Coronavirus Death Outside Of Asia
French officials have confirmed the first death outside of Asia caused by the Coronavirus. France has confirmed the first Coronavirus-related death outside of Asia, according to The Hill. French Health Minister Agnes Buzyn says the 80-year-old tourist traveled from China’s Hubei Province to France in mid-January and was hospitalized days later. The Hubei Province is the epicenter of the disease. The deceased man’s daughter is also infected with the disease; however, doctors believe her condition to be less serious than her father. As of Saturday, China reports that 66,493 total people have been affected and 1,523 have died. World Health Organization Director-General...
Drake’s Air Jordan 11 “OVO” Sample Resurfaces In Gold Colorway: New Photos
Our best look yet at the regal “OVO” Air Jordan 11 sample. Jordan Brand has teamed up with Drake on numerous occasions over the years, resulting in some of the most coveted sneaker collabs. For instance, the OVO Air Jordan 10s and 12s, as well exclusives like the “Kentucky Wildcats” Air Jordan 8s and “Snakeskin” Air Jordan 11s. One of Drizzy’s most polarizing Air Jordan collabs is the unreleased, gold “OVO” Air Jordan 11 that has surfaced several times over the last few months. The latest images give us our best look yet at what these trophy-themed Jordans truly look like. Similar...
Bronny James Jr & The Problem With Impossible Expectations
Bronny James Jr. has proven himself to be a talented young basketball player but is the basketball world expecting too much from him? There is nothing inherently harmful about placing expectations upon someone. These days, we expect LeBron James to be one of the NBA’s scoring leaders every season because he has proven to us time and time again that he can do it. Without his incredible play on the court, we wouldn’t have those expectations. When a high draft pick is touted as the next big thing, as James was back in 2003, we say this because of...
Tame Impala’s Kevin Parker Says Travis Scott Inspired "The Slow Rush"
Kevin Parker of Tame Impala explains how working with Travis Scott inspired him to make “The Slow Rush,” on Beats 1. Tame Impala’s Kevin Parker recently spoke with Zane Lowe on Beats 1 and explained how Travis Scott was a major inspiration for his new album The Slow Rush. “It was awesome. He’s so enthused by ideas,” Parker said regarding Scott. “He doesn’t waste time kind of doubting himself or doubting things. Which is extremely valuable, because you need that burst of conviction. I tried to take on some of that conviction when I’m working, because doubt and all that kind of stuff is poisonous...
This Custom Jordan Legacy 312 Honors Kobe & Gianna Bryant: Photos
Kobe & Gianna are the Jumpman logo on this pair. Kobe and Gianna Bryant tragically passed away after a helicopter crash on January 26th. The two were traveling to a youth basketball game with some teammates and their parents. Since their tragic passing, there have been a plethora of tributes, some of which have involved shoes. Customizers have been creating sneakers that honor the two Bryant’s and their love of the game. One of the latest customs we’ve seen comes in the form of this dope Jordan Legacy 312 in a Lakers colorway. While the colorway itself already existed,...
Sprite Unveils New Ginger Flavor & Accompanying Streetwear Collection
Sprite is releasing a new ginger flavor of its classic soda and a streetwear collection to go with it. Sprite has unveiled a new flavor of soda, one which will see the company venturing into the ginger ale realm, according to The NY Daily News. Sprite Ginger and Sprite Ginger Zero Sugar started popping up in stores across the country this week. “With every sip, you’ll get the crisp, refreshing cut-through of lemon-lime up front, balanced with a hit of ginger on the back-end,” brand manager Mark Shorey said with the announcement. “The Sprite Ginger launch is all about...
Stripper Calls Viral Two-Story Fall A "Blessing", Receives Generous Check From Wendy Williams
Genea Sky, who went viral after falling down a 15-foot stripper pole, detailed her experience on “The Wendy Williams Show”. Many have been tuning in for updates on the 24-year-old stripper who suffered a serious accident while performing a week ago. Genea Sky was doing a routine to 21 Savage’s “Immortal” at Dallas’ XTC Cabaret when she fell from atop a 15-foot pole, landing face-first on the stage. Footage of the incident went viral, as people watched in horror and amazement at how she continued twerking after making her ungraceful descent. On Friday, Wendy Williams brought Sky onto her talk...
Tupac’s Estate Drops "Me Against The World" 25th Anniversary Merch
Tupac Shakur’s estate has released an exclusive line of merchandise to celebrate the 25th anniversary of his album, “Me Against The Album.” Tupac Shakur’s estate is celebrating the 25th anniversary of his third studio album, Me Against The World, by releasing an exclusive range of merchandise. It’s been a quarter of a century since the legendary late rapper dropped MATW, which he recorded and released in prison in 1995. The line includes items like vinyl copies of the critically acclaimed project, as well as three different graphic T-shirt designs and a pullover hoodie, all with the album’s tracklist emblazoned on the back. The products range from $30-$96,...Recent Posts
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