Month: July 2024

SOURCE SPORTS: Anthony Edwards Inks Multi-Year Extension with Adidas

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Anthony Edwards Leads Wolves to Victory with Career-High 51 Points

Before taking the court for Team USA, Anthony Edwards has inked a multi-year contract extension with Adidas. According to The Athletic’s Shams Charania, Edwards’ new deal is eight figures annually and he is expected to be the face of Adidas basketball.

On the court, team USA overcame an early deficit to secure an 86-72 victory over Canada in the first of five exhibition games ahead of the Olympic Games in Paris, set to begin on July 27. Despite falling behind 11-1 in the first 4:30, Anthony Edwards led the charge with a game-high 13 points, including a buzzer-beating three-pointer to close the third quarter. Anthony Davis posted a double-double with 10 points, 11 rebounds, and four blocks, anchoring a defense that ended with a 9-1 edge in blocks.

Longtime NBA rivals Stephen Curry and LeBron James, who started together, highlighted the game with a fast-break alley-oop. Curry finished with 12 points and three three-pointers, while James contributed seven points, five rebounds, and three steals. Team USA showcased their teamwork with 25 assists on 37 field goals, led by Tyrese Haliburton’s six assists and four steals.

After trailing 21-14 at the end of the first quarter, Team USA dominated the second quarter 27-12, taking an eight-point lead into halftime. Over the second and third quarters combined, the Americans outscored Canada 55-33.

The US team played without Kevin Durant (calf injury) and Derrick White, who was recently added to the roster following Kawhi Leonard’s withdrawal.

Canada was led by RJ Barrett with 12 points and five rebounds, along with Dillon Brooks and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, who each scored 10 points. Despite their efforts, Canada couldn’t replicate their FIBA World Cup success against the US in this Olympic exhibition.

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DeMar DeRozan Says He ‘Loves’ Drake but Kendrick Lamar is ‘Family’

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DeMar DeRozan is letting it be known he has no beef with Drake. DeRozan was on stage at Kendrick Lamar’s “The Pop Out” and also in the “Not Like Us” video, prompting questions about whether all was well after years playing for the Toronto Raptors.

Appearing on local Sacramento TV after joining the hometown Kings, DeRozan says Lamar is “family,” but Drake remains a friend.

“We love Drake, we always can play him,” said DeRozan. “Kendrick been a friend of mine, family. Damn near family, for a long time, for a while. We’re from the same city, we grew up damn near in the same neighborhood. It’s always been there. It hasn’t always been publicized, but, you know, that’s basically family.”

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A$AP Rocky and Son RZA Star in Latest Savage X Fenty Campaign

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ASAP Rocky and baby RZA are the stars of the latest Savage X Fenty campaign.

In a series of orange-lit shots against a still backdrop, A$AP Rocky showcases Savage X Fenty’s signature boxers, briefs, and tees. In one photo, he carries his son RZA, who wears the brand’s child-sized items, on his shoulders. In another, Rocky faces away from the camera while holding RZA, revealing the word “DAD” braided into his hair. The campaign highlights Savage X Fenty Men’s Packs, featuring sets of boxers, briefs, and tees in three or six units. The label’s jersey tees boast a ribbed crew neck with a regular fit, while the boxers and briefs are made from cotton with ribbed fabric and elastic waistbands.

The Savage X Fenty Classics collection is now available on the brand’s website. Prices start at USD 14.95, and sizes range from XS to 4X.

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Desiigner Claims His Masturbation Arrest Was As A Result Of His Vegan Diet

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Desiigner just gave a pretty bizarre and eyebrow-raising explanation for his indecent exposure charge, stemming from masturbating in a flight to Japan. Furthermore, to little folks’ surprise, these wild claims appeared on the No Jumper podcast, for which he sat down for an interview with Adam22 and talked about this controversial situation. Moreover, the “Big Dawg” rapper spoke about how he was out of it mentally and wasn’t fully aware of what he was doing on this flight, and how he was on medication during his travels. However, his actual explanation of why he was out of it and why he was on medication might cause you to do a double take.

“I didn’t know what I was doing, I was fully tweaked out of my mind,” Desiigner remarked on the No Jumper podcast. “When I was vegan, I didn’t have enough sugars and stuff like that, so it was like I was out of my body. I was on medication and just went to sleep on the plane. I’m, like, out of my body saying wild s**t.” Whether or not most folks buy this excuse or believe it to begin with is another story, but it’s also disrespectful to speak on someone else’s condition and lifestyle without personal experience.

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Desiigner Speaks On How His Vegan Diet Contributed To His Masturbation Scandal

Regardless, Desiigner had previously spoken on how mental health issues and substance struggles contributed to this incident. “For the past few months i have not been ok, and i have been struggling to come to terms with what is going on,” he stated to TMZ. “While overseas for a concert i performed at, i had to be admitted in to a hospital, i was not thinking clearly. They gave me meds, and i had to hop on a plane home.

“I am ashamed of my actions that happened on that plane,” Desiigner concluded. “I landed back to the states, and am admitting my self in a facility to help me [and] will be cancelling all of my shows and any obligations until further notice. Mental health is real guys, please pray for me. If you’re not feeling like yourself please get help.”

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DJ Akademiks Clowns YG & Roddy Ricch For Not Getting Kendrick Lamar Features

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DJ Akademiks has a question for all the West Coast artists that supported Kendrick Lamar publicly for The Pop Out, the “Not Like Us” music video, and his beef with Drake in general. Moreover, he seems to think that these artists should be demanding features from K.Dot, and insinuated that they aren’t happy with him just having them dance in his content instead of supporting their careers as well. While Ak didn’t name any artists in particular, it’s clear that he spoke generally of artists like YG, Roddy Ricch, Tyler, The Creator, and others. Regardless of whether you agree with this metric, folks got a heavy streaming boost from The Pop Out, so what’s the real issue here?

“If anything, let’s talk about this,” DJ Akademiks began his latest rant. “For everybody that was at The Pop Out or at the cookout or at the f***ing ‘Not Like Us’ video, when are y’all n***as gon’ get y’all goddamn Kendrick features? Don’t tell me y’all n***as is just extras in the music video or just on stage to be on stage. When are y’all getting y’all Kendrick features? That’s what we should talk about. When?

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DJ Akademiks Wants To See Features Between The Kendrick Lamar Camp

“Drake gon’ be good,” DJ Akademiks continued. “When are y’all getting y’all features? Because it’s only so long y’all can hold the pom-poms for Kendrick without realizing you’re an artist, too! He brought you up there to dance, n***a, this s**t ain’t gon’ get your bank account filled. All this… When are you getting your features? Oh, you not getting your features. Oh, it’s not happening. He gave you the look in the music video. That’s it? Oh! Oh, he’s back in New York? Oh!

“When are y’all gon’ get y’all cash out for showing up on stage and dancing like a bunch of motherf***ing clowns up there, doing all this s**t?” DJ Akademiks concluded. “When are y’all gon’ get the features that gon’ help y’all s**t? I just want to know!” With all the new music rumors going around about both Kendrick Lamar and Drake, it’s very possible that this issue Ak is presenting will not age very well.

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Nike Field General “Aluminum” Gets Official Images

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The Nike Field General is a respected name in performance footwear. Originally designed for quarterbacks, it blends durability with advanced features. The upcoming “Aluminum” colorway is set to make a splash. It features a light blue upper, giving it a fresh and modern look. Vibrant orange details provide a striking contrast. These accents highlight the shoe’s dynamic design. The combination of light blue and orange is both bold and appealing. It captures attention on and off the field. Also, its design includes advanced cushioning for comfort. The shoe also offers excellent support, essential for quick movements.

This new colorway enhances the Field General’s versatile appeal. It’s suitable for both sports and casual wear. The light blue upper is stylish, while the orange details add a pop of color. This makes it a standout option for athletes and sneaker enthusiasts. It has consistently evolved to meet the needs of players. The “Aluminum” colorway continues this tradition. It combines practical features with a modern aesthetic. Overall, the Nike Field General in “Aluminum” is a must-have. It offers style, performance, and a nod to the shoe’s storied past. This release is sure to be popular among fans and newcomers alike.

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“Aluminum” Nike Field General

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The sneakers feature a gum rubber sole and a matching black midsole. Next, the sneakers are constructed from a blue mesh base with more blue leather overlays. Also, an orange leather Nike Swoosh is found on the sides of the shoes. More orange details include the Nike branding on the tongue as well as the heel tab that features white Nike branding. Overall, this pair features a clean and cohesive colorway. 

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Sneaker News reports that the Nike Field General “Aluminum” will be released sometime this fall. Also, the retail price of the sneakers will be $100 when they are released. Further, make sure to let us know what you think about these kicks in the comments below. Additionally, stay tuned to HNHH for the most recent updates and news from the sneaker community. We’ll make sure to offer you the newest products from the most notable brands.

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Kanye West & Ty Dolla Sign’s “VULTURES 1” Removed From Spotify To The Dismay Of Fans

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Kanye West and Ty Dolla $ign have absolutely been through the wringer this year given the chaotic rollout of VULTURES 1 and the absence of its promised sequel project. However, it turns out that there’s still another chapter in the bizarre VULTURES saga, as the album is no longer available on Spotify. You can still listen to some singles like “CARNIVAL” and “TALKING,” but the LP as a whole disappeared for unexplained reasons at press time. We don’t know if this has to do with its distribution deal, sample clearance issues, or Ye and Ty’s plans to only stream their material via the YZY app.

This was already the planned release method for VULTURES 2, so we don’t know if this VULTURES 1 removal means that Kanye West and Ty Dolla $ign’s next collaboration is in jeopardy. Still, it’s possible that the album will just reappear on Spotify in due time, as had already happened when the album dropped in the first place. As for other streaming services, it seems like Apple Music still has it up, so that suggests this is more of a distribution issue with Spotify in particular. Still, that’s just speculative, and there’s a big chance that we will never find out for sure.

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VULTURES 1 Is No Longer On Spotify

Also, this is curious because Kanye West seemingly announced that VULTURES 1 would be his last album, since he claimed to retire from music recently. Nevertheless, as with all things Ye, this didn’t really last long, as Rich The Kid announced that he would have a new feature on his new album Life’s A Gamble. Maybe this is just a promo stunt or another plea for attention, but it’s easy to presume that the Chicago artist just doesn’t have the same relationship to music that he used to. It was only a matter of time, and we’ll see how true his words are.

Meanwhile, perhaps this VULTURES 1 removal will have an impact on the duo’s planned Korea listening event for VULTURES. Whether or not Kanye West and Ty Dolla $ign shelve their collaborative series, that wouldn’t close the door on new Ye music for the rest of time to begin with. So maybe we’ll see the album back on Spotify tomorrow morning… or users on the platform will never bump “BURN” again. It’s all a mystery in Ye’s world right now, and maybe a break is more reasonable than outright abandonment.

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Barack Obama’s Viral USA Basketball Handshakes Reminds Fans Of Infamous Key & Peele Sketch

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Former President Barack Obama remains beloved by those who supported him during his eight years in office. Although he does have his fair share of critics, Obama is a figure who is seen as the last bastion of normalcy in the United States. Following his Presidency, we got Donald Trump in 2016. Moreover, his vice president Joe Biden subsequently got the Presidency in 2020, but his declining cognitive ability has led to astronomically low approval ratings.

Obama remains someone that Democrats take very seriously as an advisor. Additionally, he is someone who is frequently seen out in public, especially in matters that require some patriotic pride. For instance, Obama recently got to meet with the members of Team USA Basketball. In the video below, you can see that he gave some enthusiastic daps to the players he knows. Steph Curry and LeBron are the best examples of this. Meanwhile, he gave the coaching staff some hearty handshakes, although the enthusiasm was certainly dialed down.

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Subsquently, the clip above went viral with many harkening back to an infamous Key & Peele sketch that portrays a very similar scenario. All of these years later, the sketch still rings true. That said, fans are happy to Barack Obama supporting Team USA. They have a huge test ahead of them at the Olympics, and based on the current roster, they are the runaway favorites to win the gold medal. Only time will tell if they can do it.

The Infamous Sketch

Let us know what you thought of Team USA’s performance last night, in the comments section down below. Do you believe that the team is going to win the gold medal at the Olympics next month? Which player do you think will have the best tournament? Additionally, stay tuned to HNHH for the latest news and updates from around the sports world. We will continue to keep you informed on all of your favorite athletes.

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