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On this episode: Joe, Rory, Mal and Parks begin with discussing if Meek Mill mentioning Kobe in a leaked verse was untimely (29:25) and debate if he should’ve said it or not. Joe also has a theory that certain rappers are trying to get closer to Lil Uzi Vert because they aren’t “hot” anymore (48:15),…
As the one-year anniversary of Kobe Bryant’s tragic death approaches, ESPN will honor the basketball superstar’s life in a one-hour, prime-time special program airing Sunday night, January 24, at 9 p.m. ET.SportsCenter presents Kobe – The Legend, The Legacy will be hosted by Jeremy Schaap and Lisa Salters from the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of…
Fans of the late Los Angeles Lakers icon Kobe Bryant now have a tribute song to help them celebrate his honor. Respected singer/songwriter, soulman and actor Martin Luther McCoy releases “Kobe Moon” on Friday, August 21, on his Rebel Soul Music. The uplifting, feel good ode debuts in time for Mamba Day and Kobe Bryant…
The WNBA today introduced the Kobe & Gigi Bryant WNBA Advocacy Award, which will recognize an individual or group who has made significant contributions to the visibility, perception and advancement of women’s and girls’ basketball at all levels. The new annual award will honor the late Kobe Bryant, a staunch supporter of the WNBA and…
A HUGE heavyweight boxing showdown between Tyson Fury and Deontay Wilder took place this weekend and Joe Budden and the guys cover it from start to finish. They also recap Kobe Bryant’s memorial, Usher’s Confessions pt. 3, Young M.A’s comments on R&B, Royce’s new album and much more! Sleeper Picks: Keyshia Cole – “Oh Oh…
The National Basketball Association (NBA) announced today that GRAMMY Award-winning recording artist and Academy Award-winning actress and Chicago native Jennifer Hudson will perform a special tribute to the late Kobe Bryant, his daughter Gianna and their seven friends that tragically passed away on Jan. 26. Hudson’s performance will open the night ahead of player introductions…
The NBA, NBPA and Nike announced today that the 2020 NBA All-Star uniforms will pay tribute to the late Kobe Bryant, his daughter Gianna and their seven friends and teammates who tragically passed away in last Sunday’s helicopter accident. The 2020 NBA All-Star Game will feature Team LeBron (James) wearing the No. 2 and Team…
After an emotional weekend due to the untimely passing of NBA legend Kobe Bryant, Joe Budden and the guys reflect on Kobe and his legacy. They also discuss the Grammy’s, the Roc Nation brunch, Bad Boys/Just Mercy recap, Google’s commercial dedicated to black excellence and more! Sleeper Picks Joe: GASHI – “Safety 2020” Rory: Phony…