Kendrick Lamar: Drake’s Bold Statement About DeMar DeRozan at Vince Carter’s Jersey Retirement [Watch]

Drake’s commentary on Vince Carter’s jersey retirement during the recent Toronto Raptors game against the Sacramento Kings caused a stir. Although the event was already tense, Drake’s statement about former Raptors guard DeMar DeRozan, who now plays for the Kings was a striking one. Drake made a playful yet assertive statement:

“Yes. If you ever put a DeRozan banner up, I’ll go up there and pull it down myself. That’s the answer to your question. Is that what you’re gonna ask?” Said Drake.

Drake’s unwavering loyalty to the Raptors and his friendship with DeRozan were exemplified by this bold proclamation.

Despite the recent tensions that arose from DeRozan’s appearance in Kendrick Lamar’s music video, which featured a pointed diss directed at Drake. In a recent conversation with The Sacramento Bee, DeRozan quickly dismissed any notion of conflict between him and the rapper.

“Drake’s still my man, still my man, none of it changed,” DeRozan stated. “It’s so easy to get overlooked and look at it for what it looks like, but at the end of the day, it’s music, entertainment. Two of the biggest rappers in the world went at it from a competitive standpoint, and they battled it out. That’s what you want to see as a fan: Kobe [Bryant] playing [Michael] Jordan one-on-one and see who wins, see the trash talking, and whoever wins out of that, you’re still going to have the debate, so that’s all that is.”

DeRozan’s remarks reflect his understanding of the relationship between artists and athletes in the arena of public competition and teamwork. During his time with the Raptors, the Los Angeles native built a bond with Drake, and emphasized that the spirited exchanges shouldn’t overshadow the camaraderie they share. The cover of Slam Magazine’s ‘6 Gods’ issue in 2016 showcased their friendship, which is a testament to their deep-rooted connection.

Akademiks reported that Drake and Kendrick Lamar’s feud may continue, with Drake preparing to respond to Kendrick’s recent insults.

“It’s sneak dissing time. It’s really never over. I can’t wait to hear the first sneak diss,” he stated. “Matter of fact, I won’t even tell y’all what I heard, but the first sneak diss Drake got that’s dissing Kendrick, how he positions it, that’s going to be interesting.”

Drake’s unwavering support for DeRozan stands out among the noise as fans wait for the next chapter in this ongoing rivalry, strengthening the friendships that stand strong in the competitive world of music and sports. Vince Carter’s jersey retirement night was a tribute to a basketball legend and a reminder of the bonds that bind friends despite rivalry and public scrutiny.