Max B celebrated French Montana’s 39th birthday from prison, earlier this week, in a video circulating on social media. The rapper has been behind bars since he was sentenced to 75 years in prison on conspiracy charges pertaining to armed robbery, kidnapping, aggravated assault, and felony murder in 2009. He accepted a 20-year plea bargain in 2016.
“What’s good, baby? My motherf*cking boy. Shoutout to my n***a, Montana. Happy birthday beloved,” Max began. “Just shouting you out. You about 39. You about to hit 39. We on the way. We here, n***a. Shout you out n***a.” Before the end, Max teases, “see you soon.”
NEW YORK, NEW YORK – JUNE 16: French Montana performs during the “For Khadija” Premiere – 2023 Tribeca Festival at Beacon Theatre on June 16, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Arturo Holmes/Getty Images for Tribeca Festival)
DJ Akademiks shared the clip of Max B on Instagram, Saturday. In response, one fan reflected on how long Max has been behind bars. They wrote: “In 2012: stay schemin…french Montana said ‘They gave my nigga max 7-5,, Mt n***a penthouse another 30..DAMN…got me thinkn like I’m 75….man…a n***a ain’t even seen 30!’” Another fan asked, “Wasn’t he supposed to be out in April?” Montana previously suggested that Max was set to be released in April at the beginning of 2023. In a post on social media, he wrote: “MY BROTHER WAS FACING 75 YEARS .. HE TOLD ME TO TELL YALL HE‘LL BE HOME IN APRIL!! SILVER SURFER Live from the can [wave emoji] Free the Count [100 emoji] ‘LEMONADE’ VIDEO .. Coke Boys 6 OUT NOW ON ALL PLATFORMS.” Check out Max B’s birthday message for Montana below.
Back in May, Montana was the one wishing Max B a happy birthday. Taking to Instagram, he did so while celebrating the 10th anniversary of Excuse My French. “Happy birthday to my brother @maxb140 and Happy 10th year anniversary to Excuse my French All we ever wanted was platinum albums n diamond singles now we got both,” he wrote at the time. “And now we got Robert Dinero presenting our documentary on June 16th at Tribeca Film Festival for KHADIJA ALLAH’s great can’t wait for y’all to watch the immigrant journey.”
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The 2023 League of Legends World Championships, better known as Worlds 2023, represents a major change for the long-running tournament. Ahead of the 2023 pro season, Riot Games announced that major format changes would be coming to the season-ending tournament. Since 2017, the tournament has operated a play-in stage, a group stage, and a knockout stage.
Starting in 2023, the scope of the play-in stage will be reduced and modified. Firstly, the play-in will no longer feature teams from South Korea or China. Furthermore, a maximum of one team from Europe or North America will be present. The last of the eight teams to qualify for the play-in stage will be determined by a preliminary qualification tournament.
Furthermore, the Worlds Qualifying Series will pit the fourth seed from Europe against the fourth seed from North America. Subsequently, The winner of this best-of-five series will compete in the Worlds play-in stage. Additionally, this was won by Team BDS, who beat Golden Guardians.
Additionally, the Worlds group stage has been replaced by a Swiss Stage format. Furthermore, teams will play a maximum of five matches, with their opponents determined by their previous results. Subsequently, the top eight teams in the Swiss Stage will progress to an unchanged single-elimination bracket.
When Is Worlds 2023?
Worlds 2023 will be held between October 10 and November 19, 2023.
Where Is Worlds 2023 Being Held?
Worlds 2023 is being hosted by South Korea. Games will be played in Seoul and Busan. Furthermore, the Grand Final will be hosted at Gocheok Sky Dome, a domed baseball stadium in Seoul. Additionally, it is the first time since 2018 that South Korea has hosted Worlds.
What Is The 2023 Worlds Song?
The Worlds 2023 song is “GODS” and is performed by K-Pop group, New Jeans. The video follows the journey of 2022 champion Deft from high school to the Worlds trophy.
How Much Do You Get For Winning Worlds?
The prize pool for Worlds varies each year. There is a base prize pool provided by Riot Games. Furthermore, the prize pool is supplemented by the sale of in-game events and tickets for the event. However, the prize pool for the Worlds 2022 is $2.25 million. In 2022, the tournament champions received 22%, or $489,500, of the prize pool. Additionally, Riot has announced that Worlds 2023 will also have a prize pool of $2.25 million.
Who Won Worlds 2022?
Worlds 2022 was won by LCK team DRX. Furthermore, they defeated fellow Korean team T1 in a thrilling Grand Final in San Francisco. However, DRX failed to qualify for Worlds 2023, finishing fifth in the LCK. This means that Worlds 2023 will be the first tournament since Worlds 2020 to not feature the reigning Worlds champion.
Who Has Qualified For Worlds 2023?
22 teams will qualify for Worlds 2023 based on their performance in their regional Summer split. Furthermore, the 22 places at Worlds 2023 are divided as follows:
However, three regions will no longer be represented at Worlds from 2023. Firstly, the TCL, which represents Turkey, vacated its Worlds spot to become part of the European Region League system. Similarly, the LCO, which represents Oceania, vacated its Worlds spot and will seek qualification through the PCS. Finally, the LCL, which represents Russia, has been suspended since the Russian Invasion of Ukraine in February 2022.
With the elimination of Team Bliss and Chiefs Esports Club from the PCS playoffs, Worlds 2023 will be the first since 2016 not to feature any teams from Oceania.
Worlds 2023 Rosters
Team
Top
Jungle
Mid
ADC
Support
Gen.G
Doran
Peanut
Chovy
Peyz
Delight
T1
Zeus
Oner
Faker*
Gumayusi
Keria
KT Rolster
Kiin
Cuzz
Bdd
Aiming
Lehends
Dplus
Canna
Canyon*
ShowMaker*
Deft*
Kellin
JDG
369
Kanavi
Knight
Ruler*
MISSING
Bilibili Gaming
Bin
XUN
Yagao
Elk
ON
LNG
Zika
Tarzan
Scout*
Gala
Hang
Weibo Gaming
TheShy*
weiwei
Xiaohu
Light
Crisp*
G2
BrokenBlade
Yike
Caps
Hans Sama
Mikyx
Fnatic
Oscarinin
Razork
Humanoid
Noah
Trymbi
MAD Lions
Chasy
Elyoya
Nisqy
Carzzy
Hylissang
NRG
Dhokla
Contractz
Palafox
FBI
IgNar
Cloud9
Fudge
Blaber
EMENES
Berserker
Zven
Team Liquid
Summit
Pyosik*
APA
Yeon
CoreJJ*
PSG Talon
Azhi
JunJia
Maple
Wako
Woody
CTBC Flying Oyster
Rest
Gemini
JimieN
Shunn
ShiauC
GAM Esports
Kiaya
Levi
Kati
Slayder
Zin
Team Whales
Sparda
Bean J
Glory
Artemis
Bie
LOUD
Robo
Croc
tinowns
Route
Ceos
Rainbow7
Bong
Oddie
Mireu
Ceo
Lyonz
DetonatioN FocusMe
apaMEN
Steal
Aria
Yutapon
Harp
Team BDS
Adam
Sheo
nuc
Crownie
Labrov
* indicates that the player has previously won Worlds. Bold indicates teams still active in the competition
Worlds 2023 Play In
The Worlds 2023 Play-In Stage will be conducted using the GSL format. The top two teams from each group qualify for a best-of-five series. The winners of those series will then qualify for the Swiss stage. Furthermore, the Worlds Play In stage began on October 10. Additionally, Team BDS secured their place in the Group Stage with a 3-0 win over Golden Guardians in the Worlds Qualifying Series.
October 9: Worlds Qualifying Series
Team BDS 3 – 0 Golden Guardians
Group A
GAM Esports
LOUD
PSG Talon
Rainbow7
PSG Talon 2 – 0 Rainbow7
GAM Esports 0 – 2 LOUD
PSG Talon 2 – 0 LOUD
Rainbow7 0 – 2 GAM Esports
GAM Esports 2 – 0 LOUD
Group B
CTBC Flying Oyster
DetonatioN FocusMe
Team BDS
Team Whales
CTBC Flying Oyster 2 – 0 DetonatioN FocusMe
Team BDS 1 – 2 Team Whales
CTBC Flying Oyster 1 – 2 Team Whales
DetonatioN FocusMe 0 – 2 Team BDS
Team BDS 2 – 0 CTBC Flying Oyster
Knockout
PSG Talon 2 – 3 Team BDS
Team Whales 1 – 3 GAM Esports
Worlds 2023 Swiss Stage
Team
Match 1
Match 2
Match 3
Match 4
Match 5
Gen.G [Q]
W v. GAM Esports
W v. T1
W v. G2
–
–
JDG [Q]
W v. Team BDS
W v. Bilibili Gamin
W v. LNG
–
–
LNG [Q]
W v. KT Rolster
L v. JDG
W v. Fnatic
W v. KT Rolster
–
NRG [Q]
L v. Weibo Gaming
W v. Team Liquid
W v. MAD Lions
W v. G2
–
T1 [Q]
W v. Team Liquid
L v. Gen.G
W v. Cloud9
W v. Bilibili Gaming
–
Bilibili Gaming [Q]
W v. KT Rolster
L v. JDG
W v. Fnatic
L v. T1
W v. G2
KT Rolster [Q]
L v. Bilibili Gaming
W v. Dplus
W v. Weibo Gaming
L v. LNG
W v. Dplus
Weibo Gaming [Q]
W v. NRG
L v. G2
L v. KT Rolster
W v. MAD Lions
W v. Fnatic
Dplus [E]
L v. G2
L v. KT Rolster
W v. Team BDS
W v. GAM Esports
L v. KT Rolster
Fnatic [E]
L v. LNG
W v. GAM Esports
L v. Bilibli Gaming
W v. Cloud9
L v. Weibo Gaming
G2 [E]
W v. Dplus
W v. Weibo Gaming
L v. Gen.G
L v. NRG
L v. Bilibili Gaming
Cloud9 [E]
W v. MAD Lions
L v. LNG
L v. T1
L v. Fnatic
–
GAM Esports [E]
L v. Gen.G
L v. Fnatic
W v. Team Liquid
L v. Dplus
–
MAD Lions [E]
L v. Cloud9
W v. Team BDS
L v. NRG
L v. Weibo Gaming
–
Team BDS [E]
L v. JDG
L v. MAD Lions
L v. Dplus
–
–
Team Liquid [E]
L v. T1
L v. NRG
L v. GAM Esports
–
–
Q = Qualified E = Eliminated
Worlds 2023 Knockout Stage
Furthermore, NRG’s qualification means a North American team makes it to the knockouts for the first time since 2021.
Quarterfinals
NRG 0 – 3 Weibo Gaming
Gen.G 2 – 3 Bilibili Gaming
JDG 3 – 1 KT Rolster
LNG 0 – 3 T1
Semifinals
Bilibili Gaming 2 – 3 Weibo Gaming
JDG 1 – 3 T1
Grand Final
Weibo Gaming v T1
Worlds Stats
Additionally, here are the stats for KDA leaders and champion presence. Furthermore, these stats change daily and are updated as such. Meanwhile, Gen.G’s entire lineup currently dominated the KDA standings for most of the Swiss stage. Orianna maintained a 100% pick/ban rate for much of the Swiss Stage. However, she fell to 95% after the October 27 matches.
The Nike Dunk Low, an iconic sneaker with enduring popularity, is set to captivate sneakerheads with its upcoming “Malachite” colorway. This classic silhouette, known for its sleek design and cultural significance, continues to be a cornerstone in streetwear fashion. In the “Malachite” iteration, the Dunk Low showcases a distinctive green hue reminiscent of the precious gemstone. The colorway combines elegance with a touch of rebellious style, making it a standout addition to the Dunk Low lineup.
Renowned for comfort and versatility, the Nike Dunk Low has remained a favorite since its inception. The “Malachite” release elevates the sneaker’s aesthetic, offering a fresh and contemporary take on the timeless design. Whether on the basketball court or urban streets, the Dunk Low is a symbol of athletic sophistication. The “Malachite” colorway is poised to make a bold statement, underscoring Nike’s commitment to pushing boundaries and setting trends in the ever-evolving world of sneaker culture. Step into style and individuality with the Nike Dunk Low “Malachite.”
The sneakers feature a green rubber sole and a clean white midsole. The upper features a white leather base with green leather overlays and a blue leather Swoosh. Also, you can find Nike branding in black and white on the tongue and heel, with white laces. Overall, these sneakers take on a cohesive colorway that features a beautiful shade of green with white and blue accents. Overall, these sneakers are set to be a fan-favorite. Finally, note that these are a GS release, meaning only grade school sizing will be available tonight.
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Sneaker Bar Detroit reports that the Nike Dunk Low “Malachite” will be released in the Spring of 2024. Also, the retail price of the sneakers will be $90 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.
During a recent live stream, DJ Akademiks spoke on Diddy inviting him out to a party in London. According to the internet personality, he was a bit suspicious of the invite, which ultimately made him decide to hit up a hookah spot instead. Ak name-dropped Saucy Santana at one point in his explanation, claiming that he feared the artist would “jump out and start twerking.”
He went on, noting how he was paranoid that someone he’s got beef with would show up, like Saucy Santana or Yung Miami. It’s understandable why Ak wouldn’t want any part of a confrontation with Saucy Santana at this point, though it seems as though “twerking” could be the least of his concerns. The two of them traded a few jabs online following Ak’s unflattering Yung Miami comments, and eventually, Saucy Santana threatened him.
The rapper told Ak that he would physically and sexually assault him, prompting an emotional response. “After I beat you, I’ma f*ck you in your ass,” Saucy Santana declared. Ak later shared that he felt as though he couldn’t fire back due to Saucy Santana’s sexuality, out of fear of getting canceled. Things between them have simmered down in recent days, but Saucy Santana recently teased a diss track about Ak, which could be arriving soon. What do you think of DJ Akademiks accusing Diddy of trying to set him up in London? How do you feel about him name-dropping Saucy Santana? Share your thoughts in the comments section down below, and keep an eye on HNHH for more updates.
Me’Arah O’Neal, the daughter and youngest child of Shaq, has signed a national letter of intent with the Florida Gators. In a ceremony at her stepfather’s church in Texas, O’Neal chose Florida over seven other schools, including her father’s alma mater, LSU. “I went on the Florida visit, and I had a feeling that’s where I belonged. And that I was going to be most successful if I went to go play at Florida. I felt like I connected with Coach Kelly more than I connected with any of the other schools that recruited me. She really cares about me not just on the court but off the court. That’s important for me,” O’Neal said.
The #33 recruit in the 2024 class, O’Neal joins a promising Gators class that also includes #16 recruit Alivia McGill, the highest-ranked recruit Florida has ever landed in women’s basketball. Furthermore, O’Neal said that the choice to sign with the Gators was hers alone. “My family was just there to support me. I was pressuring myself to make a decision, but I learned I had to be patient. And I did make this decision on my own,” she said.
Due to WNBA eligibility rules, O’Neal won’t be able to declare for the draft until 2028. However, she’s made it clear that it’s a step she wants to take. “I wanna make it to the WNBA. I wanna hold my own name, I wanna just be the best basketball player that I could be. Just reach my full potential and get a championship, make All-Star. Do all the big stuff and eventually make the Hall of Fame,” O’Neal said. Additionally, it’s a goal that her father believes is completely possible. “If she keeps it up, she will definitely be in the history books,” Shaq told ESPN.
It’s still unclear where O’Neal’s ceiling is. However, both her brothers and her coach think she’s one of the next big things for women’s basketball. “I’ve seen it [her game] develop tremendously. Because when we were kids, we’d always go at it. And like I said, I’d rough her up,” noted her brother Shaqir, who plays for Texas Southern. “We haven’t seen the best of her yet, like, not even close. I think we’re just scratching the surface. She’s just starting to blossom. … But we’ll see some amazing things,” added her private coach, ex-NBAer Moochie Norris.
The mid-way point of November is already near, meaning Christmas spirit is ripe in the air. At this time of year, many prefer to take a break from their hip-hop-heavy playlists in favour of slow jams and holiday hits. Thankfully, you can count on our weekly R&B Season update to recap some of the hottest releases for you. Unsurprisingly, Chris Brown’s 11th studio album, 11:11 is at the top of today’s list – specifically his “No One Else” collaboration with Fridayy.
More heat from Breezy comes later on, but before that, we hear from two UK superstars on “Nice to meet you.” Central Cee is just one of the recording artists who joined forces with PinkPantheress on her debut LP, Heaven knows. Rema and Kelela are the others, along with Ice Spice on “Boy’s a liar Pt. 2.” The viral remix is one of Pink’s biggest hits to date, though she recently shared that she thinks the song is “crap,” even with all its numeric success.
Holding it down for Canada this weekend is Roy Woods, who’s soundtracking your late nights with his “4am” single. Chris Brown and Maeta’s joint effort “Best Ever” comes afterward, though its worth noting his new album has some solo titles that are worth a stream as well. Back on the topic of collaborations we have Rosemarie and Roddy Ricch’s “Is It Real?” marking our final tandem release today. Yaya Bey and AUDRE close things out with their work, respectively. The former shared “the evidence,” while the latter shines on “Cp Time,” concluding yet another impressive week of new music coming our way.
Tune into all our new R&B Season playlist additions, along with last Sunday’s titles from names like Giveon, Lucky Daye, and Majid Jordan, exclusively on Spotify. Which of this weekend’s arrivals is your favourite? Let us know in the comments, and click the link below to find more HNHH release recommendations on our weekly Fire Emoji update.
DomiNque Perry has taken to social media, clarifying a post she made following Keke Palmer’s abuse allegations against Darius Jackson. The Insecure actress, and mother of Sarunas Jackson’s daughter Zen, shared a meme of Michael Jackson eagerly eating popcorn. Some social media users perceived the post as shade towards Palmer, as it seemingly made light of the disturbing accusations. Perry made it clear that this was not her intention, revealing she was trying to “laugh to keep from crying.”
She shared a lengthy statement on the matter on her Instagram Story. Her post describes how she would never intentionally laugh in the faces of domestic violence victims. “I would never laugh at ANYONE that is subject to domestic abuse female or male,” she wrote. “As it’s known abuse comes in different definitions, silent and physical. Only the people enduring such behavior truly understand the effect. Women have been manipulated, abused, lied on for centuries, and put their head down for the fear of not being believed. We need to stop being afraid.”
Perry continued, citing her own alleged experiences with domestic abuse. “I may not be at the highest platform in my career just yet to be heard and/or supported by the public, but whenever that time comes, everyone will listen,” she wrote. Following her message, it came out that Sarunas is currently fighting to have their daughter stay in California, despite Perry having raised her in Texas since she was born. Perry wants the case to get dismissed, claiming that Sarunas’ visitation of the child is “dependent on when he expresses a desire to see her.”
She also says that “despite the emotional volatility and intimidation that [Sarunas] has directed towards” her, she’s continued “fostering a positive co-parenting relationship with [Sarunas] because [she knows] that is in Zen’s best interest.” All of this also follows Keke Palmer’s mother speaking out against Sarunas. Sharon Palmer alleges that he was well-aware that his brother was abusive.
What do you think of DomiNque Perry’s explanation for her post amid Keke Palmer’s allegations against Darius Jackson? How about her custody battle with Sarunas Jackson? Share your thoughts in the comments section down below, and keep an eye on HNHH for more updates.
A video of Scottie Pippen attending an NBA game in Mexico City has quickly become a viral meme on social media. The short clip, posted by the official NBA X account, shows a slightly disgruntled-looking Pippen courtside at the game earlier this week. Adding to the hilarity of the base video is the announcer awkwardly remarking “Scottie Pippen…enjoying the festivities!” as Pippen very much gives someone the stink eye.
Memesters and other users immediately jumped on the six-second clip. There were a lot of jokes about bad smells, especially Pippen appeared to looking at someone off-camera with annoyance and disgust. Another user commented that Pippen looked like a “Carribean mother when a stranger doesn’t greet them.” Meanwhile, someone else argued that Pippen was “looking at everyone like they just f-cked his wife”. On that count, Pippen is probably less than fond of Marcus Jordan. What is your interpretation of Pippen’s expression? Let us know in the comments.
However, it’s not only his ex-wife who has been exploring new relationships. Earlier this year, Pippen was spotted out in Malibu with an unknown woman. As photographers crowded Pippen’s SUV as it attempted to leave a parking garage, the woman flashed the cameras. Pippen, for his part, stuck with a more traditional peace sign.
Despite this brief bit of excitement, it’s been a pretty rough year for Pippen. In June, a judge ruled that Larsa is entitled to 50% of Scottie’s NBA pension fund. Signed on June 16, the court order ruled that part of the divorce settlement includes half of the account’s total between when they married (1997) and when they formally separated (November 2016). Furthermore, Larsa is entitled to the full amount that she is owed. This is regardless of whether the fund can currently afford to pay that out. This means that Scottie will have to compensate Larsa if the amount in the pension fund is less than half of what the 1997-2016 total was.
Me’Arah O’Neal has committed to Florida! 
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