When it comes to entertaining sports commentary, few shows match the wit and charm of Inside the NBA. Not only do they offer insight into the world of basketball, but they never shy away from poking fun at current popular cultural events. Following whispers of a possible cancellation, basketball fans can breathe a sigh of relief as the dynamic team, including Ernie Johnson and Shaquille O’Neal, will be back on our screens through the 2025 season and beyond . In a recent episode, the hosts didn’t hold their tongues when going after Drake, amid the ongoing drama with Kendrick Lamar.
With Kenny “The Jet” Smith enjoying a night off, the former NBA star Jalen Rose took over and introduced the topic by alluding to Drake’s questionable legal actions. Let’s break down the festivities, including a memorable clip from the popular TNT sports show.
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The episode began with a lively segment highlighting Kendrick Lamar’s latest track, “TV Off“, greeted by Shaquille O’Neal’s rousing shout “mustard,” echoing the song’s lyrics. As laughter echoed across the set, Jalen Rose cleverly drove the point home with a quip, suggesting Drake might be inclined to file a complaint if they continued to broadcast the song Check out this heated exchange captured in this clip below (courtesy of X’s @gifdsports).
Ernie Johnson’s remarks about possible lawsuits seem pretty spot on. If there were concerns about litigation, the team could have advised a softer approach, just like when Charles Barkley stirred things up by talking about the women in San Antonio. Cash lines, like the one shared in the video, are a hallmark of what makes Inside the NBA so distinct—a recipe that no other show has managed to replicate. The thought that the program might evolve too much by transitioning to ABC and ESPN is concerning, and one can only hope that the details of Shaq’s contract are worked out smoothly.
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Apart from this charade, another hot topic remains—Drake’s ongoing legal fight against UMG and Spotify, reported by The BBC. The Canadian rapper accused these music giants of deliberately amplifying the popularity of Kendrick Lamar’s song “Not Like Us” to give him an exaggerated image of success. He claims that UMG collaborated with influencers, Apple, and radio stations to increase the visibility of the bashing song, creating a scenario that allegedly financially benefited the music house. discs.
Meanwhile, Kendrick Lamar hasn’t been shy about celebrating what he perceives as his advantage in this lyrical clash, even sending digs at Drake when he was announced as the Super Bowl halftime performer. This rap rivalry continues to captivate the attention of fans around the world, taking strange turns, including the emergence of GoFundMe pages dedicated to mocking the artists. Amidst the chaos of this feud, with the recent lawsuit filed by Drake, it is evident that the flames of this rivalry continue to burn brightly.
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While Inside the NBA continues for the 2024-2025 television season, it’s likely that the mutual back-and-forth between Drake and Lamar won’t be going out of mind anytime soon. I wouldn’t be surprised if more jokes break out about this saga. Additionally, since Drake is a notorious sports fan, fans are eager to see if he will respond to the show hosts’ taunts.
