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SOURCE SPORTS: Rajon Rondo Officially Announces Retirement

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Rajon Rondo has officially called it a career.

Speaking on the All the Smoke podcast, Rondo revealed that the NBA has “absolutely” seen the end of him on the court, and he will spend time with his kids.

“What a time, it was definitely something that I never took for granted when I was in the game,” Rondo said. “I loved every minute of it, and I appreciate the brotherhood that I was able to share and bond and grow with over the years. I’ve learned so much in this game and it’s made me the man who I am today. … I tell people all the time, this wasn’t a dream of mine, it was a goal. I was able to lock in, stay disciplined, I didn’t party a lot in college. But it was worth the sacrifice of me getting to where I wanted to be in life.”

Rondo is a 2x NBA champion, winning with the Boston Celtics in 2008 and the Los Angeles Lakers in 2020.

Across his career, Rondo averaged 9.8 points, 7.9 assists, and 4.5 rebounds across 957 career games. In addition to the Lakers and Celtics, Rondo played for the Dallas Mavericks, Chicago Bulls, Sacramento Kings, New Orleans Pelicans, Atlanta Hawks, Los Angeles Clippers, and Cleveland Cavaliers.

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Mike Epps Warns Katt Williams That “Club Shay Shay” Talk Is Dangerous

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Mike Epps recently sat down with the All The Smoke crew for their latest podcast episode, and they obviously had a lot to discuss. For one, he said that he’s never treated a woman 100% right, and he actually apologized for these comments to his wife shortly after in public fashion. Of course, they also got around to the topic of Katt Williams and all the drama surrounding comedian interviews, pop culture gossip, and all the ruckus that this seemed to bring about. The stand-up comic even warned Williams during this All The Smoke appearance that it’s all fun and games until these celebrities might start considering more dark action.

“Comedians are dark people, man,” Mike Epps said of Katt Williams’ Club Shay Shay appearance. “We dark. Katt Williams, I pray for that brother, man. I pray for that brother because that’s some serious s**t! The s**t that he did on that podcast? Man, we better hope all the people that he saying ain’t no killers. ‘Cause he ain’t gon’ know hit him. They got money, they know n***as. It just takes one of them to wake up in the morning to wake up and say, ‘You know what? That’s it.’”

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Mike Epps’ Warning To Katt Williams

“But then again, you know, a lot of those people that he said something about, they probably ain’t bothered,” co-host Stephen Jackson suggested to Mike Epps. “I mean, either way, man, you know what I mean?” Epps replied. “Everybody moves different, man. You know what I mean? And that’s what I’m saying, that negativity sells like that.” “Yeah, it’s unfortunate,” cohost Matt Barnes added. “People are drawn to that, to the negativity.”

“They are!” Epps responded. “That’s why I had to go shake Shannon’s hand. Because I can’t control these dudes out here that’ll just go try to do something to him. Just to… It ain’t even for me. N***as is all, ‘Man, yeah, I’m riding for Mike.’ N***a, you ain’t riding for me, I don’t even know you. You see what I’m saying?” For more news and the latest updates on Mike Epps, Katt Williams, and All The Smoke, keep checking in with HNHH.

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Mike Epps Apologizes To His Wife For Comments Made On Podcast

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Comedian Mike Epps has issued a heartfelt apology to his wife following controversial remarks made during an episode of the podcast All the Smoke. In a public statement, Epps expressed regret for his comments. He acknowledged their ignorance and recklessness while reaffirming his love and respect for his wife and family. Epps’ apology, shared via social media, began with a sincere acknowledgment of his wrongdoing. Moreover, this admission of fault demonstrates Epps’ willingness to take responsibility for his actions and the impact of his words on his loved ones.

Furthermore, the comedian’s initial comments on the podcast sparked controversy, as he expressed a desire to learn how to treat a woman “100% right” before he dies, admitting, “I’ve never treated a woman right … this is one of my dreams.” However, Epps later expressed remorse for his words, recognizing the hurt they caused his wife and family. “I wanna apologize to my wife for what I said on this dumb ass podcast s–t,” he stated candidly, acknowledging the gravity of his mistake.

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Furthermore, Epps’ apology shed light on the challenges of navigating public scrutiny and the dangers of being misunderstood in the age of social media. He highlighted that the world of podcasts is a trap. “This s**t is a trick bag… I am always misunderstood on what I say on the internet,” he said, expressing frustration with the misinterpretation of his words. Nevertheless, amidst the turmoil, Epps remained committed to his wife and family, emphasizing his love and appreciation for them. “I honor you and my family please forgive me,” he pleaded.

In conclusion, Mike Epps’ apology to his wife serves as a reminder of the importance of accountability and humility in the face of wrongdoing. His public statement reflects a genuine desire to make amends and repair the damage caused by his insensitive remarks. Moving forward, Epps’s apology highlights the need for thoughtful communication and reflection, both online and offline, to foster understanding and empathy in all relationships.

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Jay-Z’s “Beach Is Better” Was Originally Made For This Rapper, Mike Will Made-It Claims

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Many of the biggest songs in popular music have long and complicated histories that led them to arrive at being big hits. That often includes tracks being passed around between various artists behind the scenes. Some of the most common pieces of music trivia include popular songs that were originally made for entirely different artists than they would go on to be associated with. During a recent podcast appearance, Mike Will Made-It revealed which one of Jay-Z’s songs wasn’t originally made for him.

The song in question is “Beach Is Better” from Jay-Z’s 2013 album Magna Cart Holy Grail. “Alright, so, ‘Beach is Better’ started off: Big Sean had ’10 to 10.’ He wanted a beat around ’10 to 10.’ So we had did a couple of beats around the a cappella voice note that he had. And ‘Beach is Better’ was one of them,” Mike Will Made-It revealed. Despite that, he never heard back from Big Sean to claim the beat. He reveals that in a session with Hov that followed shortly after the song began to morph into its final version. Check out the clip where he tells the full story below.

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Mike Will Made-It Talks Jay-Z Song That Started As Big Sean’s

In recent weeks Jay-Z has been discussing and promotion a new film he was involved in called The Book Of Clarence. The film was accompanied by a soundtrack that featured some high-profile artists. Lil Wayne, Jorja Smith, and Kid Cudi all pop up on various tracks. Additionally, Jay-Z himself even teams up with R&B legend D’Angelo on the 9-minute song “I Want You Forever.”

Recently, Jay-Z took to Twitter spaces to discuss the soundtrack. He specifically gave credit to Doja Cat for her appearance on “JEEZU.” She raps alongside Kodak Black on the song and Hov was impressed by her artistic process. What do you think of Mike Will Made-It revealing the origins of “Beach Is Better?” Would you like to hear a version of the song done by Big Sean? Let us know in the comment section below.

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Cam’Ron Claims Kanye West’s Recent Behavior Is All A Performance

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Many have been discussing Kanye West’s behavior for his entire career. He’s been a controversial public figure for almost two full decades now and every single fan and fellow rapper seems to have their own theories and explanations for his behavior. That was also the case for Cam’Ron, who recently sat down with the hosts of All The Smoke to discuss his take on the rapper, who he’s collaborated with multiple times in the past.

“Kanye, he play crazy with who he wanna play crazy with, you know what I’m saying? That n*gga’s crazy when it’s convenient,” he begins his argument. It’s certainly no secret that some of Kanye’s antics, particularly in recent years, have led many to question his mental state. “I seen Kanye about a year and a half, two years ago… the n*gga was sane as a m*thaf*cka! Two days later he going crazy on the news and all type of sh*t. Every time I seen Kanye he’s perfectly fine. I’ve never seen the crazy Kanye, personally. Ever,” Cam elaborated. Check out the video of his comments about Kanye below.

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Cam’Ron’s Take On Kanye West Antics

A lot of fans and artists have been coming out with their Kanye West takes in recent weeks. That’s primarily because the rapper returned to LA after an extended stay in Europe. Alongside his return he announced a new collaborative album with Ty Dolla $ign. The project was originally planned to be released last week but it never emerged. The date was then changed to New Year’s Eve, before being pushed back once again into January.

Kanye also recently announced plans to build an entire new city in the middle east. The ambitions plans were revealed by a call for collaborators on the project, which West claims will be over 100,000 acres. What do you think of Cam’ron’s take on Kanye West appearing “crazy” in public and being completely normal in private? Let us know in the comment section below.

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Lil Wayne Ranks LeBron James, Michael Jordan, And Kobe Bryant In Basketball GOAT Debate

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There are three names that sit atop the list of basketball’s greatest players. Of course, you have six-time champion and five-time MVP Michael Jordan (1984-2003). Then there’s career Laker and five-time champion Kobe Bryant (1996-2016). Finally, you have LeBron James (2003-Present), the four-time champion and four-time MVP. Each player has their pros and cons in the GOAT debate but few, if any, players even come close to being comparable to them.

Meanwhile, alongside his prolific rap career, Lil Wayne is a massive basketball fan. Originally from New Orleans, Wayne is a proud and diehard Lakers fan. Elsewhere, he almost made his presence known during the Women’s NCAA Tournament this year. Wayne found time to link up with both Miami’s Cavinder Twins and LSU’s National Championship-winning squad. But who does Wayne believe is the true basketball GOAT?

Lil Wayne Ranks LeBron Over MJ

“Bron, I don’t know Bron personally so my answer for Bron would be from afar,” he began. “My answer for Bron is on the court. Bron, you gotta remember, I know for a fact I loved Jordan for the way he always won. As a kid, you don’t know too much about the ins and outs of the game. I got old enough to know how hard it is to fucking do it back-to-back-to-back. So that’s where he got his respect with me to and started getting his respect with me to where he’s the greatest. It’s very hard to do, and that n-gga Bron did that shit with three different teams That’s right there, that’s when regardless he ain’t got six, but he done it with three different teams. That right there is what tipped him over the Jordan scale for me.”

Wayne’s ranking on the All The Smoke podcast comes in stark contrast to where his mind at in 2012. “He’s inspired not only songs, but he’s inspired me in life in general just the way he attacks things, the way he never backs down, the way he fights through injury. I believe he’s the greatest player to touch a basketball.” Furthermore, Wayne was such a fan of Bryant that he named a 2009 track in honor of the career Laker. Kobe now drops from #1 to #3. However, what do you think? Is Wayne on the right track? Or is this an airball? Let us know in the comments. Follow all the latest sports news here at HotNewHipHop.

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Lil Wayne Weighs In On Ja Morant

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Everyone seems to have a take on Ja Morant’s situation. The Memphis Grizzlies superstar was suspended by the team on May 14 after a video of the guard flashing a gun on Instagram Live surfaced online. Morant served an eight-game suspension in March after a similar incident in a Denver nightclub. While the NBA has publicly responded, with Commissioner Adam Silver saying he was “shocked” by the incident, the league is yet to formally punish Morant.

As mentioned, everyone seems to have a take on the situation. Speaking on ESPN, JJ Redick called for Morant to only receive a doubling of his original suspension. Meanwhile, people like BlocBoy JB have publicly defended Morant. However, there is a wide variety of people, such as Charles Barkley, who have strongly condemned Morant’s behavior.

Lil Wayne Explains Ja Morant Won’t Change

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LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – APRIL 28: Ja Morant #12 of the Memphis Grizzlies warms up before play against the Los Angeles Lakers in Game Six of the Western Conference First Round Playoffs at Crypto.com Arena on April 28, 2023 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)

Speaking on the All The Smoke podcaster, co-hosted by Morant detractor Stephen Jackson, Wayne broke down why Morant’s behavior is unlikely to change. “In a lot of situations like this, when we’re all talking about it, the actual people we’re talking about, they purposely stay away from this,” said Wayne. “And there are people protecting them that’s gonna hear it for them and gonna protect them from hearing it. “So it’s hard for the message to get through. You got people looking dead in the camera on TV like, ‘I’m talking to you, Ja.’ It’s hard for the message to get through because I’m the breadwinner. I wish a n***a would tell me something.”

Wayne also pointed to Morant’s life journey as another reason why his behavior is to be expected. “He comes from a town of like 3000 people. What y’all expect? Y’all gave him $200 million. I just said a town with 3000 people. You expect him to be responsible? Nah, we’re tripping then… That’s magic.” Morant grew up in Dalzell, South Carolina which has a population of around 3000, as Wayne noted. He played collegiately at Murray State, a mid-major school in Kentucky. But now he’s the face of an NBA franchise on a contract worth $194 million. The Ja Morant situation is a developing story and any updates can be found here on HotNewHipHop.

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DJ Quik Recalls Studio Session With Jay-Z & Beyoncé: “An Out-Of-Body Experience”

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Jay-Z and Beyoncé are formidable artists individually, but as a couple, the powerhouse hitmakers are untouchable. They’ve collaborated with hundreds of artists from all facets of the industry and even more openly desire to work with them in the future. DJ Quik is a Hip Hop legend in his own right, but he, too, couldn’t help but be a tad star-struck when he was in the studio with Jay and Bey.

The California icon shared his story while visiting the All the Smoke podcast. It was 20 years ago when Quik collaborated with Jay for his The Black Album project. He called it an “amazing, out-of-body experience” to be in close quarters with the couple. “It’s like, ‘Wow.’ You really made it when you’re in the studio, Beyoncé’s offering you motherf*cking water, fruit, and sh*t. And just chilling.”

DJ Quik Details Studio Session

BEVERLY HILLS, CALIFORNIA – JANUARY 25: (EDITORS NOTE: Retransmission with alternate crop.) (L-R) Jay-Z and Beyoncé attend the Pre-GRAMMY Gala and GRAMMY Salute to Industry Icons Honoring Sean “Diddy” Combs on January 25, 2020 in Beverly Hills, California. (Photo by Kevin Mazur/Getty Images for The Recording Academy)

“That session was just like you could imagine it’d be,” Quik continued. “Jay is quiet. He ain’t the kinda dude to walk around the studio writing and thinking or something. He sit there and just let the music get in and whatnot.” Young Guru was “at the controls,” he added, while “I’m on the beat, [Beyoncé] is over there chilling. Cool as shit, so humble, sweetheart, right?”

“Jay will just be sitting there humming, making these little sounds and sh*t. And he’d just cock his hat to the side, and it’s like, ‘Alright, Guru, I’m ready.’ When he cock his hat, he go in there and just start nailing that sh*t. I ain’t see this motherf*cka write not one lyric.”

Jay & Bey’s Next Era

Hov and Bey have been busy, if not with their crafts, then in business. Fans are preparing for what is slated to be the most significant world tour in the last few years as Beyoncé is preparing to embark on her Renaissance travels. She recently became the artist with the most Grammy wins, and Jay-Z was at the ceremony to watch his wife accept her honor. Meanwhile, ever so often, Hov creeps on a track with a surprise verse that sets the internet on fire. His diversified portfolio keeps his schedule stacked; from sports to politics to spirits to management, the Knowles-Carters stay at the top.

Charlamagne Tha God and iHeartMedia Announces Inaugural Black Effect Podcast Festival

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The first-ever Black Effect Podcast Festival has been announced by iHeartMedia and Charlamagne Tha God to honor, elevate, and amplify Black voices in the podcast sector. The event will occur at the Avant Gardner, Brooklyn Mirage, on Sunday, August 28. Charlamagne Tha God will attend the festival with some of the most well-known figures from the Black Effect for a day packed with enlightening panel talks and live podcast tapings geared for budding podcasters in the Black community. Lil Duval, a comedian, and Nyla Symone, a DJ and personality for Power 105.1, will serve as the festival’s host.

The most popular Black Effect podcasts, including “The 85 South Show,” “All The Smoke,” “We Talk Back,” “Reasonably Shady,” “Black Tech Green Money,” “WHOREible Decisions,” and “The Trap Nerds Podcast,” will be recorded live as part of the festival. The Business of Podcasting Panel with Dollie S. Bishop, President of Production and Creative Development for the Black Effect Podcast Network, and Charlamagne Tha God will also feature thought-provoking and educational talks for ticket holders.

“The Black Effect Podcast Network was created to amplify Black voices for new and established content creators and storytellers, giving them a space to showcase their creative vision in the ever-growing podcast game,” said Charlamagne Tha God. “I’m excited to celebrate the first-ever Black Effect Podcast Festival, where talented Black creators and aspiring podcasters will come together for a day to uplift and inspire one another. This festival is for the culture and is one of many events the network will host for the Black community.”

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For Black creators looking to have their voices heard in the podcast industry, the Black Effect Podcast Network has emerged as the go-to venue. Launched in September 2020, the Charlamagne Tha God-curated Black Effect Podcast Network has since premiered 32 shows with a stellar lineup of marquee talent and culture-changing voices dedicated to illuminating, educating, and entertaining viewers. Black culture’s most influential and dependable voices are brought together to inspire discussions on social justice, pop culture, sports, mental health, news, comedy, and more.

Nissan is the sponsor of the Black Effect Podcast Festival and will have a fun activation there for participants. A pop-up market exhibiting goods from Black entrepreneurs, a family game room, and a picture booth are just a few of the many exciting activities and games the festival will provide.

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