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Fans Wish Tyrese Haliburton A Happy “Sixth Birthday”

February 29, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Fans have taken to social media to wish Indiana Pacers star Tyrese Haliburton a “happy sixth birthday” as Haliburton was born on February 29. Haliburton, 24, has technically had six birthdays. Typically he would celebrate his birthday on February 28. The Pacers, as well as Team USA and Iowa State, were amongst the accounts jumping on the trend of wishing Haliburton a happy birthday. Around 363,000 Americans celebrate their birthday on February 29. Do you know anyone who has a Leap Year birthday? Let us know in the comments.

Haliburton is having a standout season. He is averaging 21.4 points, 3.7 rebounds, and 11.6 assists a game. His assists mark is a league-leading mark at the time of writing. He is also a top-40 point-getter with his 21.4 scoring mark. The Pacers are, at the time of writing, are 34-26. However, that is only good enough for seventh in an incredibly stacked Eastern Conference. Haliburton recently appeared in the All-Star and gained a major new contributor in Pascal Siakam.

Tyrese Haliburton’s Pre-Game Fit Compared To Iconic Video Game Character

Elsewhere, fans continue to roast Haliburton’s pre-game fits. The latest target of the internet’s mockery was Haliburton’s bulky knee-length silver coat, complete with shoulder pads. Fans quickly compared the look to M. Bison, the iconic Street Fighter villain. Within minutes of the comparison being made, someone had recolored the photo of Haliburton to Bison’s iconic red, as well as adding the villain’s signature hat.

Of course, this is just the most recent time that Haliburton’s outfit has gone viral for all the wrong reasons. In January, he was pulled into the beef between Yasiin Bey and Drake after fans noted that a sidelined Haliburton looked a lot like the artist formerly known as Mos Def. “Mos Def hearing “Passionfruit” in Target,” one person wrote on X over a photo of Haliburton appearing to protest a call at a Pacers game. Haliburton has not publicly commented on the pre-fit roasting.

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Chris Paul Claims Daryl Morey Lied To Him About OKC Trade

February 29, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Chris Paul has claimed that Daryl Morey promised not to trade him to OKC in 2019. “Daryl call me. He said ‘I was just calling you to make sure you didn’t wanna go to OKC.’ I was like, ‘No, why I don’ moved 15 people to Houston.’ And he was like, ‘Okay I was just making sure. I would never trade you to somewhere you didn’t want to go.’ I’m at the house chilling and next thing you know [the alert] said that I was getting traded [to OKC]. And then my phone started ringing and it was Daryl. Daryl was like, ‘Hey man, it just moves so fast.’ I said, ‘It’s all good I just want you to tell me one thing. You said you wasn’t going to trade me, right?’ He said, ‘Yeah I said that but–’ I said, ‘That’s all I needed to know.’”

Paul was sent to the Thunder along with picks in exchange for picks and Russell Westbrook. 18 months later, in November 2020, Paul was on the move again. This time he was the core piece in a massive player trade that sent him to Phoenix. Of course, Paul now finds himself in the Bay Area after Phoenix traded him to Washington, who then traded him to Golden State.

North West’s Basketball Skills Have Fans Revisiting Kanye’s Chris Paul Claims

Chris Paul reveals that Daryl Morey lied to him by saying he wouldn’t trade him to OKC

“I go over to the gym to go work out and Daryl call me…He said ‘I was just calling you to make sure you didn’t wanna go to OKC.’ I was like, ‘No, why I don’ moved 15 people to Houston.’ And… pic.twitter.com/b8MWeGf4nw

— NBACentral (@TheDunkCentral) February 29, 2024

Meanwhile, a recent TikTok by North West showing off some impressive dribbling ability has been met with a wave of hilarious reactions from fans. While many people were impressed by West’s ball handling, more than a few commenters couldn’t help but crack some jokes. “CP3 a good trainer yea,” one fan wrote. The short comment refers to claims that Kanye West made in 2022 that Kim Kardashian had cheated on him with Chris Paul. No proof that the rumor was true ever emerged, but it is one that has stuck with fans.

Another avenue of comments surrounded North’s apparent readiness to join the NBA. Many fans commented that she had better off-hand control than the Celtics’ Jaylen Brown. Meanwhile, several others said that North could start for the Pistons already. However, of course, there were a few haters on hand to dismiss North’s ability. The full video of North’s impressive skills can be found below. What do you think of her game? Let us know in the comments.

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Tom Brady Runs Faster 40-Yard Dash Than His Combine Time

February 29, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Who says you don’t get better with age? Certainly not Tom Brady. In a recent shoot with his NoBull company, a 46-year-old Brady ran the 40-yard dash. However, when overlaid with footage from his 2000 NFL Combine outing, it turns out Brady was faster at 46 than he was at 22. Brady’s time was clocked at 5.12 and 5.18, both faster than his 5.28 time in 2000. Brady’s business partner joked that if he had ran that time in 2000, he would have gone much earlier than the sixth round.

However, Brady isn’t the only person running exceptional 40-yard times. Footage emerged appearing to back up Katt Williams’ claim on Club Shay Shay suggesting that he can run a sub-4.50 40-yard dash. In the video, Williams is seen running the 40-yard dash in 4.47. That’s the same time that first-round pick Sauce Gardner ran in 2022. It appears that Williams wasn’t kidding about keeping himself in good shape. This was later used by Williams’ fans, who mocked Kevin Hart for injuring himself running the 40-yard dash.

Tom Brady’s Camp Calls Cap On Gisele Bundchen’s Joaquim Valente Dating Timeline

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Meanwhile, sources within Tom Brady’s camp have disputed claims that his ex-wife has only been seeing her rumored new beau since June 2023. “They should add 2021 after June. Then the headline would be accurate,” the sources told TMZ. The move came in response to news that Bundchen, per her own team, said that she had been dating martial arts instructor Joaquim Valente since June 2023.

Valente has been close with the Bradys for around two years. Both Brady’s children as well as Bundchen herself have trained with him. However, things between Bundchen and Valente appeared to get a lot less platonic after she officially split from Brady. “When they announced divorce in October 2022, Gisele fled to Costa Rica for 2 months. Joaquim flew there with her for 2 months. She takes her jiu-jitsu training seriously. LOL,” one source wrote in a message to TMZ.

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Luka Doncic Celebrates Birthday With Triple-Double

February 29, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Luka Doncic turned 25 in style, becoming the first NBA player in history to drop a 30-point triple-double on their birthday. Doncic added 16 assists and 11 rebounds in his monumental effort (and 11th triple-double of the season) as the Mavs beat the Raptors on the road. However, the milestone was largely dismissed by Doncic and his colleagues. “Just a normal game, triple-double. He was really good. I guess 25 means he’s still going to be really good as he gets older here,” Dallas coach Jason Kidd said. “I feel 40, so no,” Doncic said when asked if he felt like 25 was a milestone.

The effort comes after a heartbreaking loss for the Mavs. Max Strus stunned the NBA on Tuesday night as he hit a half-court buzzer-beater to lead the Cavaliers past the Mavericks. With 2.1 seconds remaining, Strus heaved a shot from 59 feet. However, he barely saw his shot go in as he was tackled by his teammates. Strus’ shot is the second-longest shot of the three-point era, sitting behind Devonte’ Graham’s 2021 61-footer. However, Strus himself has admitted that this isn’t even the longest shot of his career. “Yeah, at my Division II school, I made a three-quarter-court shot to win the game,” Strus said.

Luka Doncic Gets Fan Ejected, Feuds With ESPN Reporter For Coverage Of It

Earlier this season, Luka Doncic getting a fan ejected from a Mavs loss to the Suns became a much bigger story at the post-game presser. Doncic found himself in a back-and-forth with ESPN‘s Tim McMahon, who had covered the ejection as soon as it happened. “You’ll be the first one to always put something bad about me,” Doncic shot at the veteran journalist. Furthermore, Doncic called McMahon’s report “not true at all”. McMahon, who began his career as a Mavs beat reporter, attempted to defend his past coverage of Doncic.

Per McMahon, Doncic had asked security to removed a Suns fan after the fan yelled “Luka, you’re tired. Get your a– on the treadmill!” However, Doncic alleged that the comment was far from the worst thing the fan had said. He refused to repeat the fan’s other comments. However, Doncic noted that the fan had been insistently heckling him the entire game. Instead, the treadmill was the one that pushed him over the edge.

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Caitlin Clark’s Last Dance Generating Huge Ticket Prices

February 29, 2024 by newhiphopnews

The final regular-season home game for Caitlin Clark at Iowa has shattered ticket price records for both NCAA WBB and WNBA games. Per Vivid Seats, the most expensive ticket for Iowa-Ohio State this weekend comes in at an eye-watering $5,199. The lowest available tickets will set fans back $408. When Clark broke the NCAA women’s scoring record against Michigan earlier this month, tickets were $337.

However, Clark’s final regular-season game at Carver-Hawkeye Arena will also likely see her break yet another record. Clark is 18 points shy of breaking Pete Maravich’s all-NCAA scoring record of 3,667. Looking past the season-ending game against Ohio State, Clark could break the all-level women’s college record, set in the pre-NCAA AIAW by Pearl Moore. Would you pay $5,199 to watch a basketball game? Let us know in the comments.

Is Caitlin Clark Headed To The WNBA?

However, despite being the presumptive No. 1 pick in this year’s WNBA Draft, it’s still unclear if Clark is going to make the jump to the pros. “I’m going to know when I need to know. I think it’s very similar to my college decision. It’s like I’m in the recruiting process again. It’s really not something I think about every day or let weigh on me. I’m focused on helping this team be the best they can be. The biggest thing is I’m just going to trust my gut. I’m not going to do a lot of research on what’s better. I’m going to trust my gut and go with that,” Clark said before the season.

Clark, who turns 22 in February 2024, is part of the final class of players who can declare for a fifth year of eligibility due to the COVID-19 pandemic. She has been one of the best, if not the best, players in women’s college basketball during her time at Iowa. She won National Player of the Year last year and was second in scoring average as well as first in assists and made threes. Players have until 48 hours after their final game of the season to declare for the draft.

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Stephen A. Smith Goes Off On Hilarious Rant About Hot Dogs: Watch

February 29, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Stephen A. Smith is back to his wild shenanigans. During his Q&A segment on The Stephen A. Smith Show, the ESPN host was asked what he was putting on a standard hot dog if he wasn’t allowed to put mayonnaise on it. “That’s easy – ketchup and mustard. What’s wrong with that? Ketchup and mustard. Very very simple to me. It’s ketchup and mustard. Why wouldn’t I put ketchup and mustard on this? I’m tryna figure out why the hell mayo would be on this. Now that’s just nasty. I think the only thing nastier than this is the person I saw literally eating a spoon of mayonnaise. Now that’s disgusting,” Smith said.

Ketchup and mustard are of course the safe choice for hot dog toppings outside of regional variants. However, a 2021 survey from the National Hot Dog and Sausage Council found that 19% of Americans put mayo on their hot dogs. What’s your go-to hot dog configuration? Let us know in the comments.

Stephen A. Smith For President? Charles Barkley Is On Board

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— Stephen A Smith (@stephenasmith) February 29, 2024

Meanwhile, Charles Barkley has endorsed Stephen A. Smith for President. “Let me tell you why [I’d vote for you]. Because I know you don’t have an evil bone in your body and I don’t think you have an agenda. That’s all I want. Even if you vote for somebody, you’re not gonna agree on every subject,” Barkley told Smith during an appearance on The Stephen A. Smith Show. Furthermore, Barkley also said he’d prefer to see the Democrats nominate California Governor Gavin Newsom instead of President Biden.

However, the moment comes after Barkley openly endorsed GOP long-shot Nikki Haley on his show with Gayle King last week. Barkley said he was putting his “whole heart” behind Haley before giving her an open platform to address her previous comments in which she stated that America was “never a racist country.” The latter decision led to a lot of backlash against both Barkley and Haley.

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Davon Godchaux Net Worth 2024: What Is The NFL Football Star Worth?

February 28, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Davon Godchaux, a formidable presence in the National Football League (NFL), has established himself as one of the premier defensive tackles in the league. With a career that highlights resilience, strategic gameplay, and a relentless pursuit of excellence, Godchaux’s impact on the field is undeniable. As of 2024, his net worth is estimated at $10 million, according to Equity Atlas. It reflects his success, hard work, and the high regard he holds in the professional sports community. This financial milestone underscores Godchaux’s prowess on the football field and his understanding in managing the rewards of a highly competitive and physically demanding career.

Dominance On The Defensive Line: Godchaux’s NFL Journey

CLEVELAND, OH – OCTOBER 16: Senior football advisor/offensive line coach Matt Patricia and Davon Godchaux #92 of the New England Patriots celebrate the team’s 38-15 win over the Cleveland Browns at FirstEnergy Stadium on October 16, 2022 in Cleveland, Ohio. (Photo by Nick Cammett/Diamond Images via Getty Images)

Davon Godchaux’s journey in the NFL began when he was drafted by the Miami Dolphins in 2017. Coming from a strong collegiate career at LSU, known for his agility, strength, and tactical intelligence, Godchaux quickly adapted to the professional level. His ability to disrupt offensive lines and make critical tackles has made him an invaluable asset to his teams, first with the Dolphins and later with the New England Patriots. Godchaux’s performance on the field is characterized by his consistent ability to apply pressure, secure tackles for loss, and his leadership within the defensive unit. These qualities have not only contributed to his personal success but have also significantly impacted his team’s defensive strategies and overall performance.

A Pillar Of Resilience: Overcoming Challenges

Godchaux’s career, while illustrious, has not been without its challenges. Injuries and the rigorous demands of his position have tested his resilience and determination. However, his ability to recover and return to the field stronger has been a hallmark of his career. This resilience has not only endeared him to fans but has also served as an inspiration to his teammates and young athletes alike. Godchaux’s commitment to his physical and mental preparation, rehabilitation from injuries, and dedication to constant improvement underscores the hard work and perseverance required to excel at the highest levels of professional sports.

Impact Beyond The Field: Community & Leadership

Further, Davon Godchaux has significantly impacted off the field through his community involvement and leadership. His philanthropic efforts, particularly in areas related to youth sports and education, highlight his commitment to giving back to the community and inspiring the next generation. Godchaux understands his platform as a professional athlete and uses it to advocate for positive change, mentorship, and the importance of education. This aspect of his career enriches his legacy and amplifies the positive influence professional athletes can have beyond their sports performance.

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“Chiefsaholic” Pleads Guilty To Bank Robbery Charges

February 28, 2024 by newhiphopnews

The Chiefs fan known as the “Chiefsaholic” has pled guilty to several counts of bank robbery. Xavier Babudar had been charged with stealing $800,000 across 11 bank robberies across seven states. Furthermore, Badudar was accused of laundering the ill-gotten money through casinos. The 29-year-old faces a maximum of 50 years in prison, must pay over $500,000 in restitution, and surrender any property purchased with the stolen money.

The first chapter in this saga occurred in December 2022, when ChiefsAholic’s absence from a Chiefs road game in Houston was noted. After a little internet sleuthing, armchair detectives discovered that ChiefsAholic, real name Xaviar Badudar, had been arrested on the way to the game. Why? Well, turns out he was a suspect in a bank robbery in Oklahoma. Subsequently, he was released on a $20,000 bail. Furthermore, he was given an ankle monitor and scheduled for arraignment in March 2023. He promptly skipped town, was added to the state’s most wanted list, and eventually arrested.

Travis Kelce & Taylor Swift Face Backlash For Sydney Zoo Date

𝗕𝗥𝗘𝗔𝗞𝗜𝗡𝗚: #Chiefs Superfan “Chiefsaholic” has pleaded guilty to bank robbery, money laundering, and transporting stolen property across state lines, per @NBC

He faces up to 50 years in prison when he is sentenced. And is required to pay $532,000 in restitution.

He will… pic.twitter.com/GvOmYi1Qr7

— Dov Kleiman (@NFL_DovKleiman) February 28, 2024

Meanwhile, Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift are continuing to face a wave of backlash from PETA and other animal rights activists for their trip to Sydney Zoo last month. However, the couple has been given a “pass” by noted PETA supporter Jennifer Coolidge. While Coolidge said she “understood” why PETA was mad, she didn’t think that Kelce and Swift’s date was malicious. Instead, she saw it as just a public couple going on what they considered a romantic date.

The couple were spotted enjoying the popular tourist attraction last week between shows on Swift’s ongoing Eras Tour. Earlier in the week, Swifties had been gushing over Swift’s reactions to the various exhibits during a solo trip to the zoo. Kelce, who was spotted in Las Vegas earlier in the week, reportedly flew from LA to Hawaii. He then stayed the night in the island state earlier in the week. He then reportedly transferred to a private jet that departed for Sydney the day before he was spotted at the zoo.

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Travis Kelce & Taylor Swift Face Backlash For Sydney Zoo Date

February 28, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift are continuing to face a wave of backlash from PETA and other animal rights activists for their trip to Sydney Zoo last month. However, the couple has been given a “pass” by noted PETA supporter Jennifer Coolidge. While Coolidge said she “understood” why PETA was mad, she didn’t think that Kelce and Swift’s date was malicious. Instead, she saw it as just a public couple going on what they considered a romantic date.

Video Of Travis Kelce Causing Chaos At The White House Resurfaces

Meanwhile, a video of Travis Kelce causing chaos at the White House has resurfaced online. During the Chiefs’ White House visit last year, Kelce had to be pulled away from the Presidential podium by Patrick Mahomes. While President Biden was busy taking photos, Kelce was spotted stepping up to the podium. He began to say “So I’ve been waiting for this moment…” before Mahomes managed to get to him. It’s generally considered a faux pas for a civilian to speak from the Presidential podium without permission.

However, Kelce will likely be soon on his way back to the White House. This is given that the Chiefs repeated as Super Bowl champions this year. Despite the invitation, it will likely remain to be seen if Kelce attends. After all, reports suggest that he might be following Swift as she travels across Asia and Europe on her Eras Tour.

We can’t publish the video of Coolidge in this article. However, you can find it at the Via link below.

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Emo Jimmy Butler Returns For Fall Out Boy Cameo

February 28, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Jimmy Butler has once again debuted his emo look, this time for a cameo in a Fall Out Boy video. Butler, complete with his emo hair, stars as a bedazzled cowboy in the video for the newly released “So Much (For) Stardust”. Butler dances, lip-syncs, and eventually summons Pete Wentz from a bedazzled Magic 8 ball. It’s a truly bizarre, but not welcome, return of Butler’s alter ego.

Butler first debuted his emo look at a preseason media day for the Heat last October. After he simply declared that “I’m emo”, Butler proceeded to give a very standard press conference appearance about his expectations for the season as the Heat tried to run it back after reaching the Finals in 2023. The look was then parodied by Shaq during the Halloween episode of Inside The NBA‘s Halloween episode at the end of the month.

Jimmy Butler Earns Suspension For Role In Pels Fight

Meanwhile, Butler, Naji Marshall, and Nikola Jovic will be suspended for a game while Jose Alvarado and Thomas Bryant will miss three games for their respective roles in the brawl that broke out at Heat-Pelicans on Friday night. Alvarado and Bryant’s punishments were deemed more severe due to the pair reigniting tensions between the teams after the original scuffle had died down. Despite this, fans will note that Draymond Green still received a larger suspension for placing Rudy Gobert in a chokehold earlier in the season. Green missed five games for that incident. Fans will likely soon voice their distaste for the league’s double standard as news of the suspensions begins to spread.

However, Butler argued that he didn’t think his actions warranted a suspension. Furthermore, he accused Williamson of flopping, causing the whole debacle to begin with. Meanwhile, Williamson appeared to place the blame on Butler. “I wasn’t tripping about K-Love because he actually protected me on my fall. All of a sudden I see Butler kind of lunging toward Naji. So I’m trying to get there like, ‘Yo, relax, like what’s going on?’” Williamson said.

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