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Lola Brooke Teams Up With Kurtis Blow On Remake Of His 1984 Hit ‘Basketball’ Including WNBA Players Like Angel Reese

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Basketball and hip-hop have been joined at the hip as long as both have been at the forefront of American (and eventually global) pop culture. This is largely a result of ’80s rap pioneer Kurtis Blow‘s 1984 breakout hit “Basketball.” You know it. You love it.

The song’s been remade a couple of times over the years — most notably by Bow Wow in 2002 — but Blow himself teamed up with DoorDash and contemporary hitmaker Lola Brooke for “Basketball 2.0,” a remake capitalizing on the WNBA’s breakout 2024 season. Adding new verses to the traditionally heard “I like the pick-and-roll / I like the give-and-go,” the two rappers name check a variety of contemporary players, from LeBron James and Kevin Durant to WNBA stars like A’ja Wilson, Jonquel Jones, Sue Bird, and of course, rookie sensation Angel Reese.

The video for the song, which includes a demonstration of DoorDash’s DashPass benefts, takes place at New York’s legendary Rucker Park, where the Knicks’ Jalen Brunson and Josh Hart take on all comers with some help from Bird, ending with a cheeky visual reference to NBA Jam — that’s right, “HE’S ON FIRE!” Fortunately, Kurtis has a fire extinguisher handy to put out the burning backboard.

You can check out Kurtis Blow and Lola Brooke’s “Basketball 2.0” video above.

Josh Hart Hilariously Lets Reggie Miller Know The Knicks Crowd Is Chanting “F—You Reggie!”

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The New York Knicks are up 2-0 on the Indiana Pacers after another thrilling win in Madison Square Garden. Like always, the Knicks crowd provided a great atmosphere and were extremely active during the game. The Knicks and Pacers have a storied rivalry, and the series feels like it means something to both team’s fans beyond the playoffs. Pacers legend and Hall of Famer Reggie Miller was back at Madison Square Garden to call the game, and it was a big deal for Knicks fans. Reggie was a thorn in the side of the Knicks in the 90s, and the crowd made sure to give him a warm welcome. Knicks guard Josh Hart had to let Reggie know.

As the Knicks began to assert their dominance in the game’s final minutes, the New York fans decided to add their unique touch to the proceedings. They chose to shower Reggie Miller once again, a gesture that was both humorous and a testament to their passion for the game. Miller, who had been flown in by TNT for Game 2, was calling the Nuggets and Timberwolves series, which had an extended break until Friday’s Game 3. The crowd chanted in unison, “F*** you Reggie!” Reggie and the broadcast crew were oblivious to the chants because of their headsets, so Josh Hart went over to Reggie during a dead ball and hilariously let the Pacers legend know what was up.

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Josh Hart Alerts Reggie Miller T MSG Crowds Hilarious Chant

You can hear Josh Hart drop the f-bomb while letting Reggie know. The moment was just another highlight in what has been an entertaining playoff from the New York Knicks. The games at MSG have been a show. The atmosphere and passion of the fans make the games feel special. Reggie Miller being back at MSG was just another fun wrinkle in the proceedings. He et up with his old frenemy Spike Lee, and even Ben Stiller jokingly gave him the middle finger while passing him by.

 It’s good times in New York, but there are some major worries for the Knicks. Jalen Brunson left the game in the first quarter with a foot injury but was able to return in the second half. Knicks defensive stopper OG Anunoby left the game in the fourth quarter with what appeared to be a hamstring injury. That will be a major blow for the Knicks if he has to miss time. The Knicks’ big man Mitchell Robinson is currently out, and he has the same injury he received from Joel Embiid’s dirty play. Overall, whoever is playing for the Knicks will leave everything on the floor, and the fans will be 100% behind them, chanting, “F*** you Reggie.”

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SOURCE SPORTS: Knicks Send 76ers Home on Josh Hart Clutch Shot

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Knicks Send 76ers Home on Josh Hart Clutch Shot

In a series defined by razor-thin margins and heart-stopping finishes, the New York Knicks emerged victorious over the Philadelphia 76ers in a thrilling Game 6 showdown. With just 30 seconds remaining on the clock, the outcome hung in the balance, reminiscent of previous close encounters in this fiercely contested series.

As the tension mounted, it was Jalen Brunson, the Knicks’ standout performer, who found himself at the center of the action. With the game tied after a clutch play by Tyrese Maxey, the Sixers looked to thwart Brunson’s dominance, deploying multiple defenders to contain him. However, in a twist of fate, it was Josh Hart who stepped up in the decisive moment, sinking a crucial three-pointer to give the Knicks a vital lead.

Despite the Sixers’ valiant efforts to claw their way back into contention, clutch free throws from Donte DiVincenzo and Brunson sealed the deal for the Knicks. With a narrow 118-115 victory, the Knicks secured their passage to the Conference Semifinals, setting up a tantalizing clash with the Indiana Pacers.

Brunson’s remarkable performance, marked by 41 points and 12 assists, underscored his status as a key player for the Knicks throughout the series. Meanwhile, DiVincenzo’s Playoff career-high 23 points proved instrumental in securing the series-clinching win.

For the Sixers, Joel Embiid’s Herculean effort of 39 points and 13 rebounds was not enough to stave off defeat. Despite a spirited comeback after falling behind by 22 points early on, the Sixers ultimately fell short in their bid to extend the series.

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