Miami Heat point guard Kyle Lowry has had a long and successful NBA career, and the six-time All-Star still an impactful player even at 36 years old. His game isn’t anything to joke about, but he has been the subject of some memes due to the size of his butt. That part of his anatomy gets brought up here and there, like when ESPN’s Ryan Clark went viral last year for tweeting, “Kyle Lowry has to be wearing some kind of padding under his uniform. No way my man built like that.”
Now, Jack Harlow unintentionally did some investigative reporting on Lowry’s backside and has shared his findings.
Yesterday (April 30), Harlow attended the Heat’s playoff game against the New York Knicks, where Lowry ended up in his lap after a fall. Harlow then posted a point-of-view photo of the court from his courtside seat and shared it on his Instagram Story, writing, “Kyle Lowry just took a fadeaway 3 and landed in my lap. The rumors are true. His sh*t was like a pillow.”
Lowry has addressed all the talk about his backside, saying on Vince Carter’s The VC Show podcast last summer, “It used to bother me a lot. It used to get to me. It used to really get to me, I’m gonna be honest with you. And now, I don’t care.” He then rattled off some of his career accomplishments and continued, “Thick’s been good for me. Yeah yeah, I’m cool with it. […] Y’all can create all the memes y’all want. I embrace it. I love it.”
Stephen A. Smith and the rest of Knicks nation were flying high last week. The team won its first playoff series since 2013 over the Cleveland Cavaliers. However, the Knicks second-round matchup with the Heat didn’t start well. On Sunday, the Knicks proved to be no match for the Miami Heat. Miami lit up Madison Square Garden from deep. As well as, Jimmy Butler having a typical Butler playoff performance. According to Smith, the Knicks could be in massive trouble.
The legendary media personality didn’t hold back on his Knicks Monday. Smith was appalled by the defensive effort of his Knicks. However, Smith did give credit to the shooting of the Heat. It would have been hard for any team to beat a team that was shooting that well. However, the Knicks are in desperate need of Julius Randle to return. Randle was injured in the first half of the series-clinching game over Cleveland. Now the team is just trying to hold it together until his return.
The Heat were able to feast from every area of the floor on Sunday. The missing Randle could have impacted the game by being another low post presence for the Knicks. However, it felt like the Knicks had no answer for the spectacular shooting performance of the Heat. Randle’s availability for Game 2 has yet to be determined. But if the former Kentucky Wildcats star can’t go, the Knicks will need to dig deep. Losing both games in the Garden will be hard for the Knicks to come back from.
Smith and the diehard New York fanbase know the challenge ahead. The team still has players that can lead them to victory without Randle. First-year guard Jalen Brunson has been a welcomed sight to a team desperate for good point guard play. One has to believe that Brunson is capable of carrying the load while the team waits on Randle to return. Is Stephen A. Smith’s Knicks in serious jeopardy of being sent home? Can New York overcome Randle’s absence? Let us know your opinions on the Knicks in our comment section. For the latest NBA news, keep it right here with HNHH.
Kendrick Perkins had the same reaction as every fan that watched the Warriors and Kings on Sunday. The pivotal Game 7 matchup saw Steph Curry and the Warriors once again make playoff magic. The Warriors took down the Kings 120-100, giving the team another day as reigning league champions. But the performance isn’t just being filed in great playoff performances. Because Perkins had plenty to say about Curry and the Warriors dynasty moving to the second round.
“That was one of, if not the greatest, Game 7 performances I’ve ever seen… When I look at Steph Curry and the performance that he had today, I’m like, ‘Did he just crack the top 10?’ And the answer is yes. That was a masterpiece.” Perkins believes Curry’s performance on Sunday was one of the greatest of all time. As well as cemented his legacy as one of the greatest players to ever play the game. Many were ready to write off the Warriors when the series with Sacramento became official. However, the team had other plans.
Kendrick Perkins Believes Curry Is Cementing His Legacy
“That was one of, if not the greatest, Game 7 performances I’ve ever seen… When I look at Steph Curry and the performance that he had today, I’m like, ‘Did he just crack the top 10?’ And the answer is yes. That was a masterpiece.”
It would be hard to argue Perkins’ case of Curry being one of the best to ever play. Not only is he a multi-time champion, all-star, and historic 3-point shooter. The Warriors star revolutionized the game of basketball. The game has drastically changed to teams becoming more viable threats from deep. That reasoning is because Curry and the Warriors changed the way coaching staffs create a game plan. The Warriors ushered in a new era of 3-point shooting, thanks to Curry.
However, the future NBA Hall-of-Famer will not have long to celebrate this accomplishment. As the Warriors will now have their hands full with the Los Angeles Lakers. The 2023 Western Conference Finals will include the Warriors or LeBron James. A statement that many didn’t believe would be possible at one point this season. Kendrick Perkins and the rest of the NBA world are ready to watch these great athletes compete for the largest prize. Who will punch their ticket to the conference finals? Give us your predictions in the comment section. For the latest NBA news, keep it right here with HNHH.
Draymond Green and the Golden State Warriors advanced to the second round of the NBA Playoffs. On Sunday, the Warriors proved they were the better team beating the Kings in Game 7. The series had plenty for fans and the media to discuss. Including an incident that involved Green and Domantas Sabonis early on. However, the Warriors got the last laugh, eliminating the Kings from the playoff. But it appears that Green may have an unsettled beef with Sabonis.
Green was suspended for Game 3 of the series after stomping Sabonis in Game 2. The incident has long been discussed due to sides being picked as to why the incident happened in the first place. But in the end, Green’s suspension turned out to just be a bump in the Warriors road. Quickly after the series, the Warriors forward took to his podcast to discuss the series. Green had a lot of praise for Kings superstar De’Aaron Fox. However, Sabonis may still be on the beef list.
Draymond Green Calls Sabonis Weak
“Lost a lot of respect for Sabonis. You don’t shake guys hands after you lose? I don’t respect that… You lost, deal with it. Pay your respect.”
“Lost a lot of respect for Sabonis. You don’t shake guys hands after you lose? I don’t respect that… You lost, deal with it. Pay your respect,” Green stated on his feelings toward Sabonis. However, the Warriors star shouldn’t be too surprised that Sabonis would not shake hands. But that didn’t stop Green from letting the world know his thoughts on the Kings forward. Players not shaking hands has long been an issue with teams after an emotional playoff series. Including Micahel Jordan’s Chicago Bulls and the ‘Bad Boy’ Detroit Pistons.
Whatever the case may be, the Warriors and Kings put on a great show for fans. The series between the two teams was one of the more exciting matchups of the first round. However, the young Kings team wasn’t ready for the next step along their franchise’s journey. Now the second round will see a matchup between the Warriors and LeBron James. The possible last matchup between the two longtime rivals. Do you believe that Draymond Green’s assessment of Sabonis is correct? Or is Sabonis doing nothing wrong with his post-game involvement? Let us know what you think in the comment section. For the latest NBA news, keep it right here at HNHH.
Dillon Brooks was all bark, no bite during the first round of the NBA playoffs. Despite sounding off about eliminating the Lakers and not respecting LeBron, it’s Brooks who is getting an early start to the offseason. The seven-seed Lakers took down the two-seed Grizzlies in six games, including an embarrassing 125-85 rout in the decisive Game 6.
LeBron made his feelings on the “beef” between the two players known via Twitter. However, Brooks is unusually quiet. Maybe he’s finally learning to walk the walk if he wants to talk to talk. Or maybe he’s figuring out his next move, as he is set to be a free agent come the end of the season. The problem is that Brooks’ silence is about to cost him a decent amount of money.
Brooks Fined For Media Policy Violation
Dillon Brooks has been fined by the NBA for failure to participate in team postgame media availability during the first round of the playoffs. pic.twitter.com/TZf2my9u9O
Brooks did not make himself available to the media for any of the three road losses the Grizzlies suffered. Brooks did not play well in the series as a whole. He shot a dismal 31.2%, and an atrocious 23.8% from three. This was in spite of often being wide open as the Lakers de-prioritized perimeter defense. Brooks had some big moments in the backcourt, but they grew less and less frequent as the series progressed. He was also ejected from Game 3 after just 17 seconds of the third quarter for a flagrant foul on LeBron. However, Brooks was not alone as beyond a few notable exceptions, the Grizzlies as a whole struggled against the Lakers
His decision to skip the media for half the series is a violation of the NBA’s policy on media access to players. He has now been handed down a $25,000 fine for his behavior, according to a statement from the league office. It’s unclear where Brooks goes from here. He could still be offered an extension by the Grizzlies, or he could opt to test free agency. However, it remains to be seen how his on and off-court antics could affect his market. While Brooks can be an elite defender, are teams willing to risk it for his reputation? Be sure to make HotNewHipHop your first stop for all the biggest sports stories.
Jimmy Butler has never been one to hide his feelings. The Miami Heat star has been having a brilliant playoff run this season. However, “Playoff Jimmy” wasn’t always in the right environment. Once upon a time, Butler was tasked with bringing together a young unit with the Minnesota Timberwolves. However, Butler’s time with Minnesota was less than memorable. But the stories involving the Heat guard and some of his former teammates have now become legendary.
One of the more memorable stories involved Butler finally having enough of his young teammates. The legend told was that Butler took the bench and defeated the rest of the Minnesota starters like a drum. Recently, Jeff Teague sat down to re-live the moment that fans would have paid to see. Teague remembers Butler’s disdain toward the franchise for not believing in him by not paying him the big contract. However, Teague recalls the entire situation being over the top.
Jimmy Butler Owns Timberwolves Starters
Jeff Teague tells the story of the Timberwolves practice when Jimmy Butler and the third-stringers beat the starters pic.twitter.com/CcgSYNhrJK
According to Teague, he remembers the moment being more funny than most. The former Timberwolves guard recalls laughing at Butler’s behavior during the practice. However, it got to a point where Teague and the rest of the starters were ready for their rematch. But Butler was done after making his statement. That is when Teague claims to remember seeing Butler’s interview on TV in the locker room after that practice. The rest is history between Butler and the Timberwolves.
Now it seems that Butler has found his home in Miami. The star forward has been a part of a few great playoff runs with the Heat already. Including a 2020 run to the NBA Finals. However, now Miami has another chance to create history. As the team has already taken down the number one overall seed in the Eastern Conference. The Heat will meet the New York Knicks for the chance at an Eastern Conference Finals bid. Can Jimmy Butler keep up his outstanding performances for Miami? Let us know what you think of Butler’s chances at winning a championship in the comment section. For the latest NBA news, keep it right here with HNHH.
Draymond Green is a four-time NBA All-Star, a four-time NBA champion with the Golden State Warriors, and a former NBA Defensive Player of the Year. Along with this, Green is also arguably one of the dirtiest and most physical players in the NBA. In his 11 seasons in the league, Green has finished first or second in technical fouls five times. Along with this, Green has served multiple suspensions throughout his NBA career. In total, the sports star has reportedly paid over $1.3 million in fines due to suspensions, ejections, and other dirty plays. Here’s a look at some of the most controversial moments of Draymond Green’s career.
2016: Fine For Kick To Steven Adams’ Groin
Ironically, this incident is not the most infamous of groin shots in Draymond Green’s career. During the 2016 Western Conference Finals, pitting the Golden State Warriors and Oklahoma City Thunder, Green kicked Steven Adams in the groin while going for a layup. It was obviously not a basketball move, and Green received backlash for the incident. While the referees did not eject Green following the kick, the NBA fined him $25,000 after the game ended. This moment led to the running joke among fans that Green only has control of three of his limbs at all times.
2016 Finals: Suspension For Hit To Lebron’s Groin
Just one playoff series after the aforementioned incident, Green committed his most infamous offense on the court. During Game 4 of the 2016 NBA Finals, Draymond Green punched Lebron James in the groin. The Warriors went on to win the game. However, the referees retroactively awarded Green a flagrant foul for the play. This was Green’s fourth flagrant foul of the playoffs, which led to an automatic suspension.
Along with the act itself, this moment has become infamous due to the consequences that followed. At the time, the Warriors held a 3-1 lead over the Cleveland Cavaliers. Despite this, Lebron and the Cavs went on to come back to win the series 4-3. Many fans believe that if Green were not suspended for the shot at Lebron, the Warriors would have been able to win the NBA Championship that year. While this is only speculation, Green’s punch to Lebron continues to live in infamy today.
2016-2018: Multiple Offenses Against James Harden
Draymond Green has had long-lasting problems with James Harden on the court. During a 2016-17 season game, Draymond somehow kicked Harden in the head while grabbing a rebound and received a flagrant foul. This occurred in double overtime and ultimately cost the Warriors the game. In another game in 2017, Green admitted to punching Harden in his injured wrist after Harden allegedly pinched him. Just over one minute into Game 1 of the 2018 Western Conference Finals, Draymond shoved Harden in the throat. He received a technical foul. Green has gained a reputation for targeting other teams’ star players, and his offenses against Harden seem to be proof of that.
2017: Crowd Fight With Bradley Beal
In a game against the Washington Wizards in 2017, Green was involved in an altercation with Bradley Beal. After Beal hit Green in the face, the two began a fight that spilled into the crowd. Both teams got involved, and Green’s jersey was ripped. Both Beal and Green were both ejected but not suspended for the incident. The NBA also fined both players for the fight.
Along with committing dirty acts against opposing teams, Draymond has also been involved in altercations with his teammates. At the end of a game during the 2018-19 season, Draymond got into an argument with Kevin Durant that lasted minutes long. Durant appeared to be frustrated at Green for not passing him the ball. The two had to be separated, but apparently, the fight spilled into the locker room following the game. Green allegedly called out Durant for his impending free agency during the dispute. After this season, Durant would leave the Warriors in free agency. The team suspended Draymond for one game following the incident.
2022: Punch To Jordan Poole During Warriors’ Practice
Draymond’s argument with Kevin Durant would not end his altercations with his teammates. Just before the 2022-23 season began, a video appeared of Draymond punching Jordan Poole in the face at a Golden State Warriors preseason practice. In the video, Poole shoves Draymond before Green punches Poole and knocks him out. Green was not suspended for the incident; it is still unknown what sort of discipline he received from the Warriors.
2023: Suspension For Stomp On Domantas Sabonis
Draymond’s most recent controversial moment came just one week ago in a playoff game against the Sacramento Kings. During the game, Draymond stomped on King’s player Domantas Sabonis’ chest while he lay on the floor. While Sabonis was holding Green’s leg, the action seemed excessive. The NBA agreed with that statement, as the league suspended Draymond for one game without pay for the incident. The referees also awarded Green a flagrant 2 foul and ejected him from the game.
The Boston Celtics were expected to finish off the Atlanta Hawks in Game 5 of their first-round NBA Playoffs series on Tuesday, April 25, but the Hawks won, 119-117, and forced a Game 6 for Thursday, April 27. Free basketball is rarely a bad thing, but in this case, there was a cost.
Jayson Tatum felt bad for inconveniencing her. The Celtics later took care of the Hawks in Thursday night’s Game 6, 128-120. Tatum finished his on-court postgame interview by apologizing.
“I want to send an apology to the legend Janet Jackson,” the four-time All-Star said with a smile. “We were supposed to close it out in Boston. She had to postpone her show. I hope she sees this. I apologize for that, but we got it done today.”
“I wanna send an apology to the legend Janet Jackson… we were supposed to close it out in Boston. She had to postpone her show. I hope she sees this, you know, I apologize for that. But we got it done today.” – Jayson Tatum to Stephanie Ready
Jackson seems totally unbothered by the ordeal. She posted highlights from her April 26 show in Atlanta, the first of two nights, and captioned the Instagram post, “Atlanta, show 1 of 2 tonight! See you again Friday (congrats Hawks!) …swipe to see the band’s fave parts of the show. #TogetherAgainTour [basketball emoji].”
Jackson might run into another scheduling issue with the New York Knicks if a Game 5 is needed against the Miami Heat in their Eastern Conference semifinals series, which will begin this Sunday, April 30. A potential Game 5 would be at Madison Square Garden on Wednesday, May 10 — Jackson’s second of two nights scheduled at MSG.
When the Atlanta Hawks beat the Boston Celtics in Game 5 of their NBA playoff series earlier this year, it set a few things into motion. Firstly, it forced a Game 6 between the two teams, with the Celtics leading the series 3-2. However, as per NBA scheduling rules, that game would be played at Atlanta’s State Farm Arena. This was a problem because the Hawks hadn’t booked the arena for that Thursday night game. As it had been left vacant in the booking schedule, Janet Jackson was scheduled to perform there instead.
As the Hawks are the priority user of State Farm Arena, Jackson was forced to push her concert back a day. Fans were not best pleased about the change, especially as Taylor Swift was scheduled to perform at the neighboring Mercedes-Benz Arena on Friday night as well. Not only would plans have to be rescheduled to attend, but the area around the arena would also be additionally crowded. What’s worse is that the Hawks didn’t even win the game which necessitated the concert postponement.
Celtics Star Shouts Out Jackson
Tatum really apologized to Janet Jackson for having to postpone her show in Atlanta for Game 6 pic.twitter.com/1F1nvRUfMO
With five minutes left in the fourth quarter, the Hawks were up three on the Celtics. It had been an incredibly tight, high-scoring game between the two sides as Atlanta looked to force a Game 7. However, the Celtics outscored their opponents 18-7 over the final five minutes to clinch a series win and set up a rivalry series with the Sixers. Jayson Tatum had 30 points and 14 rebounds for the Celtics in the win, playing a vital role in the victory as he has done all series.
However, the upcoming battle with the Sixers wasn’t what was on his mind during his post-game, on-court interview. “It’s gonna be fun, it’s gonna be exciting. I wanna enjoy this moment right now,” Tatum said of the impending Sixers series. “I wanna send an apology to the legend Janet Jackson. We were supposed to close out in Boston but she had to postpone her show. I hope she see this and know that I apologize for that. But we got it done today.” It was a gracious and heart-warming moment from the Celtics star, who was sure to acknowledge Jackson’s iconic status.
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