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LeBron James Comments On Grizzlies Trash Talk

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LeBron James has been at the forefront of the trash talk between the Lakers and Grizzlies. Thanks to Memphis forward Dillon Brooks. After Game 2, Brooks called James old and that he doesn’t really respect the player James is now. Those comments have set everyone’s hair on fire. As the media and fans have been discussing how James will respond in Game 3. On Friday, James was asked by the media if trash-talk ever becomes more than what it is during a game. James’ had a short response.

“The game is won in between the four lines. Always has. Always will be.” James was seemingly all business during his answer. However, one has to believe that James has Brooks’ comments running in the back of his mind. Maybe that has been the plan all along from Brooks. To push James past his limits. Yes, James is still very much a strong force for the Lakers. However, the NBA legend may take a little longer to rest as he edges closer to being 40.

LeBron James Looks Over Trash-Talk

The Lakers dropped a golden opportunity in going up 2-0 in the series against Memphis. The Grizzlies were without Ja Morant for the game. The Memphis superstar injured his hand during Game 1. However, Morant’s availability still hasn’t been announced for the Game 3 contest. But the Lakers can’t worry about the health of the Grizzlies. Los Angeles needs to take care of their own team. Including the recent weak performance from Lakers big man Anthony Davis.

Davis was abysmal in Game 2 for the Lakers. The former number-one overall pick only recorded 13 points in the ugly loss. James will need Davis back to being his old self in order for the team to pass the tough test that the Grizzlies are. However, Brooks’ trash talk may be just what James and the Lakers desperately needed. Do you think that trash talk can control the game? Or do you believe LeBron James, in that trash talk doesn’t dictate anything? Let us know what you think in the comment section. For the latest NBA news, keep it right here at HNHH.

Tyreek Hill Questions Elon Musk’s Method Of Twitter Blue

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Tyreek Hill is just as confused as the rest of us when it comes to Twitter Blue. On Thursday, Twitter rolled out its newest verification system. However, the most significant talking point was many losing their check mark. In order to keep your verification on the site, users must pay a monthly fee. Many athletes and celebrities have long expressed their displeasure with Twitter’s decision to roll out the new verification system. One of the biggest names that were against the idea of Twitter Blue was LeBron James. However, on Thursday morning, it seemed that the Lakers star had decided to pay for the service. But that isn’t the case.

Twitter owner Elon Musk stated on Twitter that he is footing the bill for James’ Twitter Blue verification. Along with paying for other celebrities and athletes. Musk’s announcement confused many in the Twitter world. Including athletes like Hill. Hill tweeted Friday his question of wondering why Musk could pay for James’ verification but not Patrick Mahomes. Not shortly after that tweet, Hill sent out another tweet saying that his tweet on Mahomes was probably going to be interpreted incorrectly. Check out Hill’s tweets below.

Tyreek Hill Having Fun With Twitter

Obviously, James and Mahomes are two of the biggest sports stars in North America. However, one has to wonder how Musk decided on which accounts to pay for. Recently, Mahomes and Hill were having a little fun with the Twitter Blue subscription plan. The former teammates shared a quick back-and-forth on Twitter, giving reasons as to why they couldn’t pay for the subscription. It appears that Mahomes nor Hill are forking up the monthly 8 dollars to remain verified.

Twitter Blue seems to still be in its infant stages. However, it has already made a difference in the way users approach their time on the site. Without verification, there is fear that more fake accounts will be created, causing mass confusion among those on the site. Twitter has made many big changes since Musk purchased the company. However, Twitter Blue looks to be the biggest change yet. Tyreek Hill is just one of many athletes that are refusing to keep their verification. This has many wondering if Twitter Blue will actually be successful. For the latest sports news, keep it right here with HNHH.

Elon Musk Claims To Be Paying LeBron James’ Twitter Verification

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LeBron James was very vocal about not paying for his verification through Twitter Blue. Which is why it was such a shock to his followers when it seemed that James had purchased the subscription. However, it now seems that someone else may be footing the bill. Twitter CEO Elon Musk claims that he is paying for James’ account to stay verified. According to Musk, he is personally paying for a few accounts on the social network.

Twitter unveiled its Twitter Blue subscription service on Thursday. When it was announced, many well-known celebrities and athletes were against the idea of paying for verification. James was one of the louder voices against making the move. James had tweeted that he would lose his check mark whenever the site finally rolled out the subscription service for all. But now it seems Musk could be paying for some of the most significant followed pages to keep their verification. One has to wonder if the larger accounts are keeping their verification by Musk. Keeping the largest accounts makes good business sense.

LeBron James Not Paying For Twitter Blue

Obviously, James is one of the most well-known athletes in North America. James’ Twitter account has over 52 million followers. There have been worries among followers that unverified accounts could start a swell of fake verified accounts impersonating others. Many believe the move will lead to more fake news and more impersonations that would negatively affect the person being impersonated. However, Twitter is moving forward with the subscription service.

Musk is looking to make more revenue after his purchase of Twitter. Even the Metaverse is following in the footsteps of Musk. It has been rumored that soon Facebook and Instagram will ask users to pay for their verification on their sites. Do you feel that it is a good idea to ask users to pay for their verification on social media sites? Is it fair that those like LeBron James are having their verification paid for? Sound off with your thoughts on Twitter’s latest move in our comment section. For the latest news in sports, keep it locked in right here with HNHH.

Kendrick Perkins Warns Dillon Brooks

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Kendrick Perkins is the latest media personality to weigh in on Dillon Brooks’ recent comments about LeBron James. After Wednesday night’s victory over the Lakers, Brooks had some strong words for James. The Grizzlies forward claims that he isn’t worried about LeBron during the team’s playoff series. Including calling the Lakers superstar old. Brooks’ comments have sent a tidal wave over the sports media landscape. It is not often someone calls out a player of James’ caliber in this fashion. Perkins believes Brooks might have bitten off more than he can chew.

On Thursday’s edition of NBA on ESPN, Perkins doesn’t believe Brooks is ready for the beast that he has awakened. “That bear is coming; that bear is LeBron James. … He didn’t poke the bear, he poured honey on himself.” James hasn’t played like an older man during the series. Even in the Game 2 loss, James dropped 28 points and secured 12 rebounds. Those numbers were good enough to lead the team in both categories. However, it now seems like a different LeBron will welcome the Grizzlies to Los Angeles.

Kendrick Perkins Expects Big LeBron Performance

The win by the Grizzlies on Wednesday evened up the series with the Lakers. Now the Lakers will have plenty of bulletin board material heading into Game 3. The Grizzlies were without star guard Ja Morant in the Game 2 matchup. Which made it all the more surprising that the Grizzlies overcame the Lakers. However, Morant’s availability has yet to be known for the team’s Game 3 showdown. James is in his 20th season in the NBA. But it still looks like he hasn’t lost a step.

Many in the media were high on the Lakers before the series even began. Perkins knows just how dangerous James can be on the court. Now Perkins, like everyone else, is expecting to see a side of James that doesn’t get shown often. Brooks stated when James drops 40; then he will show him respect. Well, Brooks may get his wish. Do you agree with Kendrick Perkins that James will come out guns blazing in Game 3? Or will James stick to the script and beat the Grizzlies in a different way? Let us know your thoughts on the situation in the comment section. For the latest NBA news, keep it right here with HNHH.

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Stephen A. Smith’s Strong Words For Dillon Brooks: Video

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Stephen A. Smith and the First Take crew discussed some strong comments made by Memphis Grizzlies star Dillon Brooks. After the Grizzlies took Game 2 against the Lakers on Wednesday night, Brooks threw more salt in the wounds. The Memphis forward called LeBron James old. Also, Brooks mentioned he isn’t worried about James unless he drops 40 on him. Those are some strong words directed toward one of the greatest players of all time. However, Smith believes those words may cost Brooks the next time the Lakers and Grizzlies meet for Game 3.

“When you chirp like Dillon Brooks chirped last night, you gotta bust his ass,” Smith stated when discussing the matter. The Grizzlies are feeling really confident after their Game 2 victory without their leader Ja Morant. Morant was sidelined with a hand injury that he sustained in Game One. However, the team banded together and won a game many didn’t believe they had a chance at winning. But going after James in the post-game might not be the best idea for the young Grizzlies.

Stephen A. Smith Blasts Dillon Brooks

James may be old in the terms of the game of basketball. However, “The King” is still putting up numbers that make him one of the best in the game today. However, it was James’ teammates that came up short in Game Two. Anthony Davis was non-existent for most of the game on the offensive side. Davis had 13 points and 9 rebounds in almost 38 minutes of play. That stat line from Davis will send the Lakers home this round if it continues to happen.

Game Three looks to be can’t miss television. As the entire NBA world will want to see how James will respond to Brooks’ comments. However, Smith already knows how it should be handled. Game Three is going to be a physical contest between the two. Also, James may remind the world about his greatness and give Brooks the 40 points he is asking for. Do you agree with Stephen A. Smith’s take on Brooks’ comments toward James? Will the comments bring out another side of the Lakers in Game Three? Let us know your thoughts in the comment section. For the latest sports news, keep it right here at HNHH.

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Dillon Brooks Brushes Off LeBron Confrontation

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Dillon Brooks has a long history of starting beef with his NBA opponents. He’s got into with multiple Warriors, namely Draymond Green and Klay Thompson. Elsewhere, he’s squared off with the likes of Patrick Beverley and James Harden. However, his most consistent beef is with LeBron James. Their rivalry dates back to 2021 when LeBron made a “too small” gesture at Brooks during a regular-season matchup. Things lay dormant until January of this year when Brooks hailed his defensive ability as he forced LeBron out of plays because the Lakers star “doesn’t want to go left.”

It’s important to remember that Brooks, a 2017 second-round pick out of Oregon, has always been able to back up his fiery personality. Brooks is an elite wing defender and a central pillar of the Grizzlies’ backcourt. He is a big reason that Memphis had the third-best defensive rating in the league this year. Furthermore, that was all on display in the Grizzlies’ Game 2 win over the Lakers on Wednesday night.

Brooks Calls LeBron “Old”

LeBron may have put up 28 points in the Lakers defeat, but that also came with the star shooting just 1-for-8 from three. Brooks defended LeBron relentlessly all night and things boiled over in the third quarter. As the Grizzlies called a timeout, Brooks claims LeBron called him “dumb” for picking up his fourth personal foul a minute earlier. Brooks proceeded to bark back at LeBron in response. In the fourth, Brooks drilled a three with 7 minutes remaining and stared down LeBron the entire time.

However, the extent of Brooks’ comments came in the post-game media availability. Brooks was dismissive when a reporter commented about some people think he shouldn’t trash-talk one of the league’s brightest stars. “I don’t care, he’s old.” Brooks began, eliciting laughter from the media, “I was waiting for that. I was expecting him to do that Game 4, Game 5. He wanted to say something when I got my fourth foul. He should have been saying that earlier on. But I poke bears. I don’t respect no one until they come and give me 40.” Brooks went on to call LeBron a “legend” but also “just another basketball player” when he was on the court. The pair will face off again in Saturday’s Game 3.

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Gilbert Arenas’ Honest Take On LeBron James

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Gilbert Arenas’ latest appearance on the I Am Athlete podcast has given fans plenty to discuss this week. However, Arenas’ latest take is a refreshing discussion on a topic that is overly discussed. The show got to the point of discussing the GOAT of the NBA. A debate that can grow tiresome in record timing. However, Arenas has a different mindset on just how one should value great players. Including Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James. Arenas, like many, believe these players can’t be put into one particular bubble.

“We’ve never actually seen LeBron James for LeBron James.” That was the biggest quote taken away from the discussion on the greatest players in league history. Arenas claims fans haven’t seen James for the player he is. Because many are too busy trying to compare him to someone else. Comparing athletes of different time periods has always been a fool’s game. Even comparing players of different positions should be an impossible task. However, James will always be linked to Michael Jordan.

Gilbert Arenas Respects LeBron For The Player He Is

Arenas makes a great point in the clip above when discussing the legacy of James. James’ ability to create for others is more of a comparison to Magic Johnson rather than Jordan. However, Arenas understands that James will always be compared to Jordan. Because that’s who the media wanted James to be from the moment he joined the league. Now, it’s time for the media and fans to admire James for the player he has always been. A player that wants to make everyone around him better.

However, Arenas didn’t deny that James can take over a game like Jordan if needed. Arenas recalls the Finals in which James had to give everything when Kevin Love and Kyrie Irving went down. James’ performance during that Finals could have made him the second player to earn Finals MVP as a member of the losing team. Do you agree with Gilbert Arenas on his opinion of LeBron James? Let us know in the comment section. For the latest NBA news, keep it right here with HNHH.

LeBron James Had Premonition On Lakers Teammate

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LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers took down the Memphis Grizzlies on Sunday night. The 128-112 victory proved the Lakers can compete with one of the top teams in the West. But James didn’t do it all alone. The Lakers had help from budding stars Austin Reaves and Rui Hachimura. The duo for over 50 points, assisting the team in a massive way. After the game, James was asked about the performance by Reaves. For James, he knew it was something the guard was always capable of.

“I knew from the first practice that we had when we grabbed him that he wasn’t gonna be a two-way player for long… I’m extremely happy for him. I want him to do it again.” James claims he knew of Reaves’ talents the first time the two shared the floor together. James’ basketball IQ has long been shown to be of the elite. However, knowing that Reaves would be an incredible talent from day one is an incredible statement by James. Reaves has been a very bright spot for the franchise during their playoff push.

LeBron James Always Believed In Reaves

The Lakers will need to continue to see these kinds of performances from Reaves. While James and Anthony Davis are the focal points of the team. But having a third option in Reaves or Hachimura will go a long way in the team’s playoff success. However, James’ so-called premonition about Reaves brought back many great moments from social media on The King’s comments about past knowledge. James has been known to claim he knew something before it happened on several occasions.

No matter when James knew it, Reaves is becoming a star. Many were out on the Los Angeles Lakers one week into the regular season. But now the team is looking like it could compete for a Western Conference title. However, being the seventh seed does come at a price. In order for the Lakers to make it to the mountaintop, they will need to be a good team every step of the way. Can LeBron James lead the Lakers to their second title since his arrival? Or are the Lakers catching a break with an injured Grizzlies team? Let us know your thoughts on the Lakers playoff hopes in the comment section. For the latest NBA news, keep it right here with HNHH.

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Nike Air Force 1 Low “Four Horseman” Release Date Revealed

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If you are a sneakerhead, then you know just how amazing the Nike Air Force 1 Low is. Overall, this is a shoe that appeals to pretty well everyone. The triple-white colorway is a staple of any sneaker collection. Moreover, there are plenty of great offerings out there that are a bit more colorful. Every single year, Nike can be trusted to release a whole plethora of new version of this shoe. Although some may see this sneaker as “basic,” it is still mass-appealing enough to make Nike millions of dollars.

Throughout the years, the Nike Air Force 1 Low has received a ton of great collaborations. Additionally, it has come out with shoes that pay homage to Nike athletes. For instance, 20 years ago, Nike dropped the “Four Horseman” Air Force 1 Low. This was meant to honor LeBron James, as well as his famous inner circle that includes Rich Paul, Maverick Carter, and Randy Mims. The initial colorways were successful. Subsequently, to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the shoe, Nike is coming out with a St. Vincent-St. Mary’s colorway of the “Four Horseman” motif.

“Four Horseman” Nike Air Force 1 Low

Nike Air Force 1 Low
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Firstly, you can see that this shoe has a white leather base. Secondly, there is green on the Nike swoosh, the outsole, and even the inner lining. Moreover, the side panel has a chess piece near the back heel. Lastly, on the back heel directly, the initials LR and MR are on the left and right shoe respectively. If you are familiar with the collab from 20 years ago, these will likely appeal to you.

For those of you out there who enjoy these kicks, you will be able to cop them as of April 27th for a price of $140 USD. These are for the LeBron fans out there, so it makes sense that they are not for everyone. Regardless, it promises to be a solid summer shoe. Let us know what you think of these, down in the comments section below. Additionally, stay tuned to HNHH for more news and updates from around the sneaker world.

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Future Speaks On LeBron James Being A Huge Fan Of Him

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As one of the most influential and beloved artists in the hip-hop world, Future’s received no shortage of praise. However, one of his most die-hard celebrity fans is none other than basketball superstar (and arguable GOAT) LeBron James. Moreover, the Los Angeles Laker often spoke of or displayed his love for Hendrix over the years. For example, he practically only played his track “March Madness” during the summer of 2015, telling a fan at that time that it was his favorite song. While on The Beat with Ari Melber on MSNBC, Melber asked him specifically about that relationship and on “being the soundtrack to so many people’s lives, including LeBron’s big moments.”

“It feel great,” Future remarked about LeBron James and his continued support of his music. “It just make keep me going, give me inspiration and motivation to just stay in the studio and keep coming up with different tunes, you know. Making that music. I love when people say certain things about it, and it just inspire me, when they say things about me say things about my career. It definitely inspire me.”

Future Appreciates LeBron James For His Support

Another prominent example of Bron’s love for Pluto is his answer to a question posed by RapCaviar back in 2021. Furthermore, the post posited J. Cole, Drake, and of course Kendrick Lamar as the “three kings” of the 2010s decade, placing them on a Mount Rushmore. Still, that comparison left one spot remaining, and fans debated over who else was the most dominant artist of that decade for a variety of reasons. Unsurprisingly, LeBron didn’t flinch with his answer. “Future Hendrix,” he replied to the Twitter account. Maybe he already answered this question before, but it would be crazy to hear what the 38-year-old’s favorite track from the “HOLY GHOST” MC is.

Much like Future’s dominance of the 2010s, LeBron James has become one of the greatest players in NBA history. A lot of that work came in the same decade, and his revered place even in hip-hop culture is unsurprising. After 20 years in the league, he crafted one of the most significant legacies in sports in recent memory. There might be some who scoff at the comparison, but Hendrix proved many times in that decade- and this decade, for that matter- that you can’t tell the story of modern hip-hop without him. Regardless of your take, come back to HNHH for the latest news and updates on Future and LeBron James.

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