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Drake Loses Another $500K Thanks To The Stanley Cup Finals

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Drake is going through it. The rapper who was dubbed the artist of the 2010s has fallen on hard times in 2024. Former collaborators turned against him and/or dissed him. Kendrick Lamar effectively gave him a bigger rap battle loss than Pusha T. He then went on to celebrate his victory with an already legendary concert on Juneteeth. The dust hasn’t settled on the anti-Drake show, and the rapper has already fallen victim to another unflattering incident. He just lost $1 million betting on the Stanley Cup finals.

The Florida Panthers triumphed over the Edmonton Oilers on June 24. Being the supportive Canadian that he is, Drake put down a bet on the Oilers. The rapper posted the betting stub for the Stanley Cup Finals on June 6, confirming its value of $500K. To make matters worse, it was one of two $500K bets the rapper made that day. He also put down $500K for the Dallas Mavericks to win the NBA finals, which means he lost a staggering $1 million in the last two weeks. The X Twitter account Dallas Nation reposted the betting stubs with a claim that the “Drake curse” is alive and well.

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Drake Lost A Combined $1 Million On Sports Bets In June

The “Drake curse” has been a talking point for over a decade. The rapper was quickly deemed back luck to any sports team that he took an interest in. The concept gained so much traction, in fact, that Drake made joke about it during the Toronto Raptors’ NBA title run in 2019. After the Raptors beat the Orlando Magic to advance to the second round, Drake sarcastically asked journalists: “You want me to talk about the curse or you guys good?”

Drake’s betting habits has made for humorous fodder. The rapper’s habits was presented in a more sinister light on the Kendrick Lamar diss, “Meet the Grahams,” however. On the song, Lamar presented Drake’s betting as an addiction, and the cause of unreported money problems. “Thirty-seven, but you showin’ up as a seven-year-old,” Lamar raps. “You got gamblin’ problems, drinkin’ problems, pill-poppin’ and spendin’ problems. Bad with money…” This latest loss isn’t going to help refute Lamar’s claim.

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Drake Gives Fans A Look at His New $15 Million Ranch in Texas

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Drake Gives Fans A Look at His New $15 Million Ranch in Texas

Drake is touring his new ranch-style home in Texas. He purchased the $15 million home in Washington County in May and is now showing fans the new digs on Instagram.

What is a sporting event without a Drake bet? Ahead of Game 1 of the NBA Finals, Drake hit Instagram and revealed a massive bet on the Dallas Mavericks to win the series. Now that Game 3 is over and the Mavs are in a 0-3 hole it looks like Drake has lost some money

Drake dropped $500,000 on the Mavs as the series winner; the payout would be nearly $1.4 million. The Edmonton Oilers also got a bet for Canada in the Stanley Cup Finals, with another $500,000 paying out just over $1,000,000.

“Dallas cause I’m a Texan,” Drake wrote. “Oilers are self explanatory.”

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ESPN Used Metro Boomin’s ‘Runnin Outta Time’ For Its NBA Finals Ad Campaign

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The NBA Finals will begin on Thursday night. The Boston Celtics will represent the Eastern Conference as champions, while the Dallas Mavericks made it through the gauntlet that is the Western Conference to end up on this stage. It’s a fascinating matchup between two teams that are elite on the defensive end of the floor and are led by All-Star duos — Boston hopes that the Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown duo will finally get over the hump and win a ring, while Dallas has one of the best offensive 1-2 punches in league history in Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving.

The Finals are always a big occasion, and this year, ESPN enlisted the help of Metro Boomin to promote it. The Worldwide Leader in Sports teamed up with Metro to create an ad in the lead-up to the Finals set to his track “Runnin Outta Time” featuring Future. You can check out the ad — which will air throughout the Finals — at the top of this post.

Game 1 of the NBA Finals will tip off on Thursday at 8:30 p.m. EST on ABC. The first two games of the series will take place in Boston, where the Celtics went 37-4 during the regular season. However, if the Mavs want to be optimistic, both of Boston’s losses this postseason have come on their home floor.

Megan Thee Stallion Reschedules Dallas “Hot Girl Summer” Show Due To NBA Finals

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Megan Thee Stallion is currently making her way across the U.S. on her “Hot Girl Summer” tour, joined by GloRilla. So far, the femcees have hit cities like Chicago, NYC, Philly, Memphis, and more, amazing fans with explosive performances and fun special guests. Recently, however, Meg had to make a tweak to her tour schedule due to the NBA Finals. She took to Twitter/X today to share the news, leaving some of her hometown fans disappointed in the process.

“Dallas Hotties — Due to the NBA Finals schedule, my show at American Airlines Center on June 11th has been rescheduled to Wednesday, June 26th. All previously purchased tickets will be honored for the new date,” she wrote. While the circumstances are out of Meg’s control, commenters are still sounding off about the postponement. “Why didn’t they reschedule the NBA finals instead,” one Hottie wonders. “NBA BETTER have compensated my girl being that her concert was scheduled first!” another says.

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Megan Thee Stallion’s Dallas Show Moved To June 26

Many additional commenters are pointing out that this isn’t the first time Meg’s had to reschedule recently. Last week, the “Hiss” rapper was scheduled to perform in Atlanta when a major water main break threw a wrench in her plans. To make matters worse, the show scheduled for the following night was also postponed. This left fans fuming, to say the least. One of them even went viral on TikTok for calling up the mayor with her complaints, and revealing that she wasn’t notified of the postponement until she had already arrived at the venue in full costume.

Luckily, Meg was able to put on some impressive performances for Atlanta fans in the days following, at least partially making up for the delay. What do you think of Megan Thee Stallion rescheduling her upcoming performance in Dallas due to the NBA Finals schedule? Share your thoughts in the comments section down below, and keep an eye on HNHH for more updates.

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Metro Boomin Partners with NBA for 2024 Finals Campaign

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Metro Boomin Partners with NBA for 2024 Finals Campaign

Today, Metro Boomin announced his partnership with the NBA on ESPN/ABC for their 2024 NBA Finals campaign. The collaboration features Metro’s music in a new commercial spot, aired today ahead of Game 1 of the NBA Finals between the Boston Celtics and Dallas Mavericks. The commercial showcases Metro’s viral hit “Runnin Outta Time” featuring Future from their chart-topping album We Don’t Trust You. This campaign will run across ESPN/ABC linear and cross-channel partners and be featured on ESPN’s social platforms throughout the series.

In addition to the commercial launch, Metro Boomin is set to perform at the GQ x ESPN Watch Party and Concert to celebrate Game 1 of the NBA Finals. This exclusive, invite-only event will start with a tip-off at 8:30 pm ET on ABC. The performance aims to bring new energy to the finals, enhancing the excitement for sports fans and viewers as they watch the Celtics and Mavericks compete for the championship.

Metro Boomin, a GRAMMY® Award-nominated, diamond-certified artist-producer, continues to make waves in the music industry and now extends his influence to the world of sports. His collaboration with the NBA brings together the thrill of basketball and the power of music, creating a dynamic and engaging experience for fans. This partnership marks a significant moment in the 2024 NBA Finals, promising to heighten the overall atmosphere of the series with Metro’s distinctive sound.

As the Finals kick-off, fans can look forward to an electrifying blend of top-tier basketball and Metro Boomin’s infectious beats, making this year’s championship series a must-watch event.

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Drake Puts $500K on the Dallas Mavericks to Win the NBA Finals

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What is a sporting event without a Drake bet? Ahead of Game 1 of the NBA Finals, Drake hit Instagram and revealed a massive bet on the Dallas Mavericks to win the series.

Drake dropped $500,000 on the Mavs as the series winner; the payout would be nearly $1.4 million. The Edmonton Oilers also got a bet for Canada in the Stanley Cup Finals, with another $500,000 paying out just over $1,000,000.

“Dallas cause I’m a Texan,” Drake wrote. “Oilers are self explanatory.”

Tonight marks the start of the NBA Finals as the Dallas Mavericks face the Boston Celtics in Game 1 at 8:30 PM ET on ABC. This year’s Finals promises excitement and high stakes as a new champion will be crowned for the sixth consecutive season.

The Celtics, who finished the regular season with the league’s best record at 64-18, are on a quest for their 18th title, which would break a tie with the Lakers for the most in NBA history. Boston’s dynamic duo, Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown, have been formidable this postseason, averaging 26.0 and 25.0 points per game, respectively.On the other side, Dallas is led by head coach Jason Kidd, who aims to secure the Mavericks’ second NBA title. Kidd, who helped the Mavs win their first championship as a player 13 years ago, now seeks success from the sidelines. The Mavericks, a No. 5 seed, are also attempting to become the first team of their rank to win the championship. Their leading stars, Kyrie Irving and Luka Doncic, have been equally impressive, averaging 22.8 and 28.8 points per game, respectively.This Finals not only features top-tier talent but also a compelling storyline with Luka Doncic and Jayson Tatum, both five-time All-Stars and 2023-24 Kia All-NBA First Team members, seeking their first NBA titles. As the action unfolds, fans are set for an electrifying series between two of the league’s most storied franchises.

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Drake & OVO Team Up With ESPN For Special NBA Finals Varsity Jackets: How To Buy

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In case you didn’t know, the Drake OVO brand is still very strong. Although the artist may have lost a rap battle to Kendrick Lamar, there are still millions of people who care about Drizzy’s next move. As we reported this morning, the artist has even placed his bets on both the NBA Finals and the Stanley Cup Finals. Interestingly enough, this is not the only work the megastar will be doing with the NBA throughout the upcoming series between the Mavericks and the Celtics.

According to Billboard, Drake’s OVO brand has come through with a new special edition varsity jacket with ESPN. This limited edition jacket is black and gold with numerous references to ESPN, OVO, and the Finals. Interestingly enough, only 175 of these were made, which means it is going to be exceptionally difficult to cop. Moreover, thanks to the quality of these jackets, and the exclusivity, you will have to shell out $700 to get one at retail.

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Image via ESPN

For those who are interested in the jacket, you will be able to cop one as of this morning at 10 AM EST through the OVO App. You’re going to need to be prepared because these are going to sell out exceptionally fast. Only time will tell whether or not we see an abundance of these courtside in both Boston and Dallas over the next couple of weeks. Overall, these Finals are going to be a whole lot of fun.

Let us know what you think of this new jacket, in the comments section down below. Who do you believe is going to win the NBA Finals? Do you think that the Mavericks have what it takes? Or are the Celtics just too good of a team right now? Additionally, stay tuned to HNHH for the latest news and updates from around the music world. We will continue to keep you informed on all of your favorite artists and their upcoming projects.

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Drake Delivers Staggering NBA And Stanley Cup Finals Bets: Here’s How Much He Could Win

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Drake is someone who has made a lot of sports bets over the last few years. Overall, this is mostly due to the fact that he has a deal with Stake. For those who may not know, Stake is an online casino that allows you to play games online, while also betting on huge sporting events. With the NBA Finals starting tonight, and the Stanley Cup Finals beginning on Saturday, you can imagine that Drake is locked in right now. In fact, he revealed his official bets last night.

Below, you can see that Drake began with a wager on the Dallas Mavericks. They are the underdogs against the Boston Celtics, so you can imagine Drizzy stands to make some bread. He put $500K on Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving, which will earn him $1.375 million in return. Meanwhile, he picked the Canadian Edmonton Oilers to defeat the Florida Panthers. The Oilers are also underdogs, and if they win, Drake’s $500K will turn into a nice $1.025 million.

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Drake Makes Some Wagers

Overall, the Mavericks are believed to be the weaker team against the Celtics. Meanwhile, a Canadian team has not won the Stanley Cup Finals since 1993, when the Montreal Canadiens did it. However, the Oilers did win a cup in 1990, and most recently made the Finals in 2006 as a Cinderella story. Now, led by Conor McDavid, their chances are much greater. Hopefully, both series prove to be exceptional, and Drake isn’t left feeling some regret.

Let us know what you think of these wagers from Drake, in the comments section down below. Do you believe the Dallas Mavericks will be able to defeat the Boston Celtics for the NBA title? Do you think that the Edmonton Oilers will bring home a Stanley Cup? Additionally, stay tuned to HNHH for the latest news and updates from around the music world. We will continue to keep you informed on all of your favorite artists and their upcoming projects.

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How To Buy Drake’s OVO And ESPN 2024 NBA Finals Varsity Jacket

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The 2024 NBA Finals tip off on Thursday, June 6, in Boston as the Boston Celtics host the Dallas Mavericks for Game 1. Drake is not competing for the Larry O’Brien Trophy, but he remains undefeated in being sports-adjacent at all times. Stay tuned for his inevitable bet placed on Stake.

How To Buy Drake’s OVO And ESPN 2024 NBA Finals Varsity Jacket

According to Billboard, Drake and his October’s Very Own (OVO) brand partnered with ESPN to produce exclusive 2024 NBA Finals-branded varsity jackets, which will become available to US customers on Thursday, June 6, at 10 a.m. ET through the OVO app.

Billboard also relayed specific product details, as excerpted below.

“Combining the worlds of sports, music, and fashion, the heavy-duty OVO x ESPN jackets are sure to be a collector’s item. Only 175 were produced in total, and they’re priced at $698 retail.

The 2024 NBA Finals and October’s Very Own logos pop off the sharp jacket’s breast plates with a golden outlining. The sleek sleeves are fitted with premium leather and feature the NBA On ESPN logo while the back contains a combination of the signature OVO owl and ESPN trademark emblem. Inside the jackets are also embroidered with the specific number of the model out of the 175 made.”

Drake’s OVO Made An NBA Finals Jacket, And Metro Boomin Stars In An NBA Finals Commercial, So That’s Awkward

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Drake and Metro Boomin don’t seem to particularly like each other. That’s putting it mildly. In summary, Metro and Future’s We Don’t Trust You track “Like That” featuring Kendrick Lamar ignited a rap war (“beef” doesn’t feel intense enough) between Drake and Lamar, including myriad diss tracks between Drake and Lamar and Metro’s “BBL Drizzy.”

So, while the 2024 NBA Finals will feature the Boston Celtics against the Dallas Mavericks, it has also incidentally become a roundabout sparring ground for Drake and Metro Boomin.

According to Billboard, Drake’s October’s Very Own (OVO) and ESPN partnered to produce 175 exclusive varsity jackets for the 2024 NBA Finals. The black-and-gold jackets will become available for purchase in the US on Thursday, June 6, at 10 a.m. ET on the OVO app.

Meanwhile, Metro Boomin posted on X (formerly Twitter) that he will star in a commercial during Game 1 of the 2024 NBA Finals on ABC. Metro Boomin could have done the funniest thing ever and feature “BBL Drizzy” as the commercial’s song, but instead, the 30-second clip is soundtracked by “Runnin Outta Time” from We Don’t Trust You.

Shortly after the album dropped, LeBron James was spotted rapping along to “Like That” during the Los Angeles Lakers’ pre-game warmups. Metro Boomin expressed his appreciation for James on X, and now, he can also technically claim to have made it further in the 2024 NBA Playoffs than James’ Lakers.

Game 1 of the 2024 NBA Finals will tip off at 8:30 p.m. ET on Thursday, June 6, airing on ABC from Boston’s TD Garden.