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Jalen Rose Responds To Stephen A. Smith Speculation

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Jalen Rose is someone who has worked with ESPN for a very long time. Overall, he is one of their best people when it comes to basketball, and he will continue to be over the long haul. That being said, there are some people out there who believe he has beef with none other than Stephen A. Smith.

Much of this speculation comes from rumors that Stephen A. has slept with Rose’s ex, Molly Qerim. However, Rose has shut down these rumors in the past. Regardless, after making some interesting tweets about people who hate the Cowboys, some fans felt like Rose was taking shots at the First Take veteran.

With numerous Twitter accounts speaking about the supposed slight, Rose decided it was time to respond. After all, you don’t want to have some sort of public feud with one of the biggest fish in the pond. In the tweet down below, you can see that Rose believes this is all overblown. Additionally, he noted that he is mostly talking about Skip Bayless.

“He is my brother and this is not accurate. If anything it was for Mr 1.4ppg playing JV as a junior,” Rose said matter of factly. This is an interesting route to go when you consider how Bayless is actually a huge Cowboys fan. Although, some pointed out that he could simply be talking about Skip throwing his Dak jersey in the trash.

Overall, this is one of those frequent moments in which social media blows everything out of proportion. At this point, it is impossible to speak freely on Twitter unless you actually tag whomever you’re talking about. Otherwise, people are going to misinterpret you in the least charitable ways.

Hopefully, Smith and Rose are doing just fine amid all of this. Let us know what you think of the situation, in the comments below. Additionally, stay tuned to HNHH for the latest news from around the sports world.

Shaq Rocks Baby Hairs After Losing Another Bet

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Shaq is easily one of the most entertaining people on sports television. There are a lot of people who deserve that crown. Of course, people look at guys like Stephen A. Smith and even Skip Bayless. However, when it comes to NBA broadcasts, no one does it better than Shaq.

Overall, NBA On TNT is one of the best ways to consume sorts. Inside The NBA is consistently great, even with the secondary crew which consists of Candace Parker, Shaq, and Jamal Crawford. While most fans prefer the Thursday crew, there is no doubt that these three do a fantastic job.

Shaquille O’Neal before the qualifying ahead of the Formula 1 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix at Yas Marina Circuit in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates on November 19, 2022. (Photo by Jakub Porzycki/NurPhoto via Getty Images)

Shaq Eats His Words

If you have been watching Shaq, you know that he loves to come up with bets with his co-hosts. For instance, a while back he tried to make a bet involving some frog legs. Subsequently, Shaq lost the bet and was forced to eat frog legs live on the air. Although, he ultimately enjoyed the experience.

Last night, however, Shaq had to come through with a much less enjoyable punishment. After making a bet with Candace Parker last week, Shaq had to wear baby hairs since he ultimately lost. Overall, it made for a hilarious moment on TV and it seemed like the NBA legend was deeply uncomfortable.

In the comments to the post above, many concluded that this would have been funnier with Charles Barkley and Kenny Smith in attendance. However, they are only in on Thursdays, so fans will have to wait until tomorrow to see them. Regardless, it made for another fun Shaq moment.

Let us know what you thought of the lost bet, in the comments down below. Additionally, stay tuned to HNHH for more news from the sports world.

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Bronny James Jr. Recruitment Process Leads To Complaint From College Coach

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Bronny James Jr. is currently in the midst of deciding on where he will go to college next year. Of course, he is one of the most hyped recruits in his class. Although some believe this is due to his name, it is actually because he is very good.

Overall, Bronny has improved with every single game, and coaches love his poise. From defense to offense, James is showcasing his two-way abilities. If you are a fan of the kid, then you will certainly be happy to know that some scouts have him as a future NBA first-round pick.

LeBron ‘Bronny’ James Jr. #0 of Sierra Canyon High School shoots a free throw during the Ohio Scholastic Play-By-Play Classic against St. Vincent-St. Mary High School at Nationwide Arena on December 14, 2019 in Columbus, Ohio. (Photo by Joe Robbins/Getty Images)

Bronny & The Recruiters

With Bronny looking to find a new school, numerous coaches and recruiters have been trying to contact him. However, it’s reportedly been very difficult to do so. In a report from Legion Hoops, it was revealed that there are numerous PR hurdles in order to get in a room with Bronny. Essentially, coaches must go through Savannah James first. Although, it isn’t easy to get to her either.

“I tried to get involved, but you had to jump through a thousand hoops just to get to the mom,” the coach said. “You’re not allowed to talk to the kid. You have to schedule a time on Tuesday or Thursday with the publicist just to talk to the mom.”

LeBron and Savannah understand just how famous and in-demand Bronny is right now. As a result, they are simply trying to protect him. However, that has evidently rubbed at least one coach the wrong way. Regardless, James is likely going to USC, Ohio State, or Oregon, so most recruiting is a moot point, anyway.

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LeBron James Filmed By Wife Savannah As He Plays “Madden”

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LeBron James is currently in his 20th season in the NBA, and he is still putting up insane numbers. For instance, he ended up scoring a grand total of 46 points last night against the Clippers. Overall, these kinds of numbers are simply unheard of for a 38-year-old.

That being said, LeBron is likely going to retire within the next half-decade. Playing until 40 will most likely be in the cards, especially since he wants to play with Bronny. However, he is probably looking forward to spending more time at home with his family.

LeBron James and Savannah James attends Netflix’s “Hustle” World Premiere at Regency Village Theatre on June 01, 2022 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Kevin Winter/Getty Images)

LeBron & Savannah

LeBron and his wife Savannah have been together since high school, and they are always having a good time together. Sometimes, however, LeBron likes to sit back and relax while playing a game of Madden. Even all of these years later, James will lock in and game as if he were a teenager.

Recently, Savannah decided to secretly record one of these gaming sessions. In the video clip below, you can see LeBron staring at the screen with intensity in his eyes. Moreover, it appears as though he is playing against the computer, which makes it that much funnier. Either way, James is still a kid at heart.

LeBron has frequently shown his devotion to Madden. He created a tournament with his teammates on the Lakers back in 2020 during the bubble. Furthermore, for his birthday, he got to play Madden at SoFi Stadium. Needless to say, James has a huge passion for football and we’re almost certain he wishes he had played at least a season in the NFL.

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Bronny James Jr. Receives Huge High School Honor

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Bronny James Jr. is currently in his final year at Sierra Canyon. Over the past 12 months, many have noticed his growth as a player. He has become one of the top recruits in the nation, and he still has to choose his school. Consequently, he has narrowed it down to three places, including Oregon, USC, and Ohio State.

Moreover, there is this sense that at his current trajectory, he could be a first-round pick in the NBA. Of course, LeBron would love this as it would mean an opportunity to play with his son. However, only time will tell whether or not the prophecy comes true.

LeBron ‘Bronny’ James Jr. #0 of Sierra Canyon High School drives to the basket during the Ohio Scholastic Play-By-Play Classic against St. Vincent-St. Mary High School at Nationwide Arena on December 14, 2019 in Columbus, Ohio. (Photo by Joe Robbins/Getty Images)

Bronny Wins Big

Today, it was revealed that Bronny would become part of the 2023 McDonald’s All-American team. This is one of the highest honors for high school basketball players as it showcases what the basketball community thinks of you. Now, Bronny will get to represent the team from out West.

As you can imagine, his father was incredibly hyped about all of this. He even took to Instagram where he showcased just how proud he is.

“Ayyyyyyyeeeeee @bronny!!!!!! Congratulations Son! So damn proud of you! Continue to be you through it all no matter what!! You’re truly AMAZING!!!” he wrote. “P.S. Congrats to all the other men and women who was named as well in the 2023 Class Micky D’s games! It’s an HONOR”

Bronny will have an opportunity to show out in the upcoming game, and all eyes will be on him. Despite carrying immense pressure, he seems to be handling it all in stride.

Let us know what you think of the accomplishment, in the comments below. Additionally, stay tuned to HNHH for more news from the basketball world.

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Jalen Rose Has Fans Thinking He Has Beef With Stephen A. Smith

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Jalen Rose and Stephen A. Smith are two people who have been involved in rumors about one another. As many already know, Rose got a divorce from First Take moderator Molly Qerim recently. Subsequently, fans began to speculate about Stephen A. and whether or not he was sleeping with Qerim on the low.

Eventually, the rumors got out of hand and Rose had to put them to bed. However, the rumors have since been reignited after a series of tweets from Rose’s account on Monday night. These tweets were all related to those who hate the Cowboys on TV.

“So glad I didn’t make a career of content pretending to fake troll the Cowboys,” Rose wrote. “Praying on the audience being dumb/lazy and low hanging fruit. No @ needed. Damn near all shows selling clowns this like it’s quality content. You da fool.”

Jalen Rose Sparks Speculation

These tweets immediately had people thinking that he was talking about Stephen A. After all, Smith is one of the biggest Cowboys haters out there. He has always tried to slander the franchise, and it’s not a stretch to assume that is who Rose was talking about.

Consequently, there were plenty of tweets from fans who speculated about Molly and Stephen A. The consensus here is that Rose has some sort of vendetta against Smith. Of course, no one actually knows the nature of their relationship, although that did not stop people from unleashing their Twitter fingers.

To be fair to Rose, there are a plethora of broadcasters out there who have made a career off of trolling the Cowboys. Moreover, Smith is known for much more than just his Cowboys hate. Regardless, there is no denying that there was quite a bit of salt in whatever Rose was talking about.

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Bronny James Jr.’s Custom Travis Scott Off-White AJ1’s Surface Online

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Bronny James Jr. is currently in his final year at Sierra Canyon. Subsequently, he will be going to college where he is expected to play just one season. Overall, Bronny looks like a player who could make the NBA, with some scouts saying he will be a first-round pick.

For now, it is being reported that Bronny has three schools in mind. Those schools are none other than USC, Oregon, and even Ohio State. There is no telling where he will go just yet, although LeBron James seems to believe that Bronny could easily get in wherever he wants.

LeBron ‘Bronny’ James Jr. #0 of Sierra Canyon High School looks on during the Ohio Scholastic Play-By-Play Classic against St. Vincent-St. Mary High School at Nationwide Arena on December 14, 2019 in Columbus, Ohio. (Photo by Joe Robbins/Getty Images)

Bronny Flexes His Kicks

As the son of a famous athlete, James has been able to acquire some incredible sneakers over the years. He has shown these shoes off at times, and fans have always been impressed. Back in 2020, he flexed a “Shattered Backboard” Travis Scott Off-White Air Jordan 1, which was obviously a custom.

Thanks to a recent tweet from @KicksFinder on Twitter, these shoes have resurfaced on social media. As you can see down below, the kicks are actually patent leather and contain that white, black, and orange color scheme that made the “Shattered Backboard” look famous. Moreover, we have the backward swoosh and some of those classic Off-White details.

For hardcore sneakerheads, these will likely be a pass simply because they are not official. However, you can tell that Bronny has already established his taste in footwear. Who knows? Perhaps some day he will have his own signature sneaker.

As always, let us know what you think of these, down in the comments below. Additionally, keep it locked to HNHH for more news from around the sneaker world.

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Larsa Pippen & Marcus Jordan Rep Nike In New Picture

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Larsa Pippen just posted a new Instagram pic with her boo Marcus Jordan, and fans are all here for it. Moreover, the comments section either obsessed over their status or still scratched their heads over the pairing. After all, many are incredulous at the fact that Michael Jordan’s son is dating Scottie Pippen’s ex-wife.

MIAMI, FLORIDA – DECEMBER 03: Larsa Pippen and Marcus Jordan are seen during Travis Scotts performance at E11EVEN Miami during Miami Art Week on December 3, 2022 in Miami, Florida. (Photo by Alexander Tamargo/Getty Images for E11EVEN)

Still, the Chicago Bulls descendants continue to make their relationship well-known to haters and admirers alike. Furthermore, Larsa captioned her post with “Checks over stripes” as they posed outside the Trophy Room store, which Marcus manages. Also, he even dipped into the comments section to support his girl. “That’s what I like, that’s what we like!” he wrote, finishing the Drake quote with ease. After all this time, we’re still dealing with “SICKO MODE” overexposure.

Regardless, many in the comments reacted with flames and hearts, but some came with less enthusiasm. “Am I the only one who finds this kind of of wrong ?? She is messy…no class girl,” one user wrote. Another added, “This is still absurd to me lol,” in line with another comment that read “Daddy’s money. All power to you girl.”

Furthermore, their relationship together prompted reactions from many figures in the NBA and beyond. Former player Jalen Rose spoke their relationship and what he considers off-limits.

“Certain relationships used to be off limits,” he expressed. “And I, on paper, want everybody to be happy and to live their best life. But, the best thing I can say for her is she should see him as more of a nephew than a mate.”

However, a lot of people jumped down their necks before they even confirmed something more serious between them. When Pippen spoke to the New York Post, she still danced around their romance.

She stated that they “are friends. We’ve been friends for the last couple of years. I’m in a place right now where I’m finally open to dating. Every time I’m seen out with someone, [people] make it out to be more than it actually is, and it’s normally nothing. So, yeah, I’m just dating right now and focusing on my businesses, my family, and having fun.”

Still, what do you think of Larsa Pippen and Marcus Jordan’s relationship together? Whatever the case, let us know in the comments down below. Also, as always, log back into HNHH for the latest from your favorite pop culture couples.

Russell Westbrook Trade Rumors Ramp Up

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Russell Westbrook has been through a lot over this past year. For the most part, he has gotten a lot of hate from the fans. Overall, this is due to his play last season, which was less than ideal. However, he has improved significantly this year as now, he starts games on the bench.

With Westbrook playing good basketball, there are now some teams who want to go out and get Russ. The Lakers have been sitting back and listening to these offers, contemplating their next move. After all, this is a team looking to make a splash close to playoff time.

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Russell Westbrook #0 of the Los Angeles Lakers looks to the referee in the fourth quarter against the Sacramento Kings at Golden 1 Center on January 07, 2023 in Sacramento, California. (Photo by Lachlan Cunningham/Getty Images)

Where Will Russell Westbrook Go?

One of the teams that have been rumored as a destination for Russ is the San Antonio Spurs. According to LJ Ellis of Spurs Talk, the Spurs would be interested in Russ as they are seen as sellers this season. Josh Richardson and Jakob Poeltl are two players that would be coming back to the Lakers.

However, it remains to be seen if this actually moves the needle for the purple and gold. Overall, they need a huge difference-maker, especially from beyond the arc. Most fans feel as though they should be going after players like Buddy Hield, and even Kyrie Irving should something drastic happen.

Russell Westbrook #0 of the Los Angeles Lakers dribbles the ball during the second half of a game against the Philadelphia 76ers at Crypto.com Arena on January 15, 2023 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Sean M. Haffey/Getty Images)

At this point, the Lakers may just be better off keeping Russ and riding with him into the postseason. After all, they can just let him go in free agency this off-season.

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Damian Lillard Calls Patrick Beverley A “Con Man”

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Damian Lillard and Patrick Beverley were getting into it last night. Of course, many of you already know that the Los Angeles Lakers came back from 25 points to defeat the Portland Trail Blazers. Lillard struggled at times, and overall, LeBron James had another fantastic game.

As for the Lillard and Beverley quarrels, it all started in the second quarter. Prior to taking a commanding lead, Lillard had some harsh words for Pat Bev, who was being a pest. Subsequently, Beverley trolled Lillard with the “Dame Time” celebration at the end of the game.

After the game, Beverley continued to have words for Lillard. For instance, Beverley wanted some credit for Lillard’s struggles in the second half.

“If he would have cooked me you would have said ‘I couldn’t guard him.’ But he misses a couple of shots and it’s a ‘slow shooting night.’ ‘Good job on Dame’ sounds better,” Beverley said.

Damian Lillard Responds

This led to a quick response from Lillard on Twitter, who simply said “Con man. Flip from above the rim.” Clearly, Lillard isn’t moved by what Beverley was able to do throughout the game. Interestingly enough, Lillard isn’t the only player to have made a comment like this about Pat Bev.

Just a short while after this tweet, Pat Bev went straight back at Lillard, saying “He mad.” Overall, this is a beef that won’t last more than a day. However, it just goes to show how competitive these guys are at everything they do.

Moving forward, Beverley and the Lakers will be looking to get themselves into a playoff position. The team has been playing a lot better as of late, and they certainly have a shot at getting into the postseason. It really all depends on whether or not Anthony Davis can stay healthy upon return.

Let us know whose side you are taking in all of this, in the comments down below. Additionally, stay tuned to HNHH for more news and updates from the sports world.

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