Kelly Oubre Jr. heard Drake call him a "bum" during Game 2. Enter your email address to get a new one. Drake even customised his own championship ring. Canadian rapper OvoRich shared the video on his story. May 30 2019: Even as the NBA signals it will pay more attention to Drake’s sideline antics, the sassy Scorpio demonstrates his indomitable will to troll, arriving at the game in the autographed, old school Raptor jersey of Steph Curry’s father, Dell Curry (both wore the number 30), who played for Toronto from 1999 to 2002. February 2016: Drake coaches the 2016 Celebrity All-Star Team at All-Star Weekend in Toronto, leading such fellow Canucks as Arcade Fire’s Win Butler, actors Tom Cavanaugh, Stephan James and Kris Wu. February 2014: Drake becomes a prop during the 2014 NBA All-Star Game dunk contest, as Raptors wing Terrence Ross completed one of his dunks by grabbing the ball out of Drizzy’s hands, passing it through his legs before windmilling it through the bucket. Perhaps the most impressive detail is found on the back, which features a custom graphic of a retro Raptors logo perched on the Larry O'Brien Trophy along with text that reads "The Best in the World … 2019 Champions.". Drake, a close friend of LeBron James, laughed off the caught-on-tape incident that became an Internet sensation. An error has occurred while trying to update your details. Drake told the audience to cheer so Durant could see what it’d be like if he came to the Raptors. {* traditionalSignIn_signInButton *}, {* backButton *} March 2010: Drake hugs then-Kentucky (now on the Warriors) star center DeMarcus Cousins during an entire, nearly two-minute post-game interview following Wildcats’ victory over Wake Forest. The moment was a top trending topic on Twitter. Known for his courtside seat near the scorer’s table, Drake has developed a reputation for his enthusiastic displays and interactions with key players, such as this team-approved stare-down of Warriors star Kevin Durant. Toronto Raptors ambassador and rapper Drake showed off his 2019 Raptors Championship ring. (via ovoriicch/IG) pic.twitter.com/Jz0QM60ZsC. “All we are is proud and passionate,” he declared. Love him or hate him, Drake is synonymous with the Raptors. Before the Raptors were unceremoniously ousted by Brooklyn Nets in seven games in 2014, Drake provided a light-hearted, viral moment when he pulled out a lint roller while seated courtside for Game 2 of the series. But Drake is more than a fan; he’s been the team’s official “global ambassador” since 2013, when he and his brand OVO (October’s Very Own) announced a partnership with the Raptors. "That’s my guy though. He’s helped inspire a set of alternate team jerseys featuring his brand’s black/gold blend, offered narration of team ads, keyed a special “Drake Night” each season for several years (even receiving this sharp coat with Vince Carter jersey lining in 2015) and may even have his own stall in the Toronto locker room. "I don't know if that's ever going to happen in Toronto. ... Drake, who has held the title of the franchise's global ambassador since 2013, has had an impactful presence over the years. Let’s Go!” he shouted before storming off. When Jonas Valanciunas broke his hand against the Los Angeles Lakers in November of 2015, it was only a matter of minutes before Drake was texting Toronto Raptors president Masai Ujiri for … November 2014: During his OVO Fest in Toronto, Drake gives a shout-out to Kevin Durant, who will become a free agent at the end of the season, and was attending the show. The ‘Welcome Toronto’ program, which was created by Drake and the Raptors, helped donate $1 million to refurbish local basketball courts and also send $2 million to Canada Basketball, per Complex. In the video below, Drake discusses the importance of the initiative, and team president, Masai Ujiri, talks about some of the amusing texts he receives from Drake. This month they reached the NBA Finals for the first time. The jawing continued at the game’s conclusion. The fascination has long bled into Drake’s music, whether he’s comparing himself and Los Angeles Clipper bench scorer Lou Williams on “6 Man” or paying homage to Warriors star Steph Curry on tracks like “Still Here” (“Hidden like that 30 on my jersey, man I’m gifted”) and “Summer Sixteen,” where he sings about “Golden State running practice at my house,” which Curry explained to ESPN was a reference to a pickup game he played at Drake’s very own home. He'll likely have an accessory more meaningful than even his Grammy -- try an all-access pass that should allow him to dodge security and walk into locker rooms all over the NBA. #WeTheNorth pic.twitter.com/IZdkXQTj4B. "I think that'll be the last time I ever get shut out of a locker room," Drake said. Canadian rapper OvoRich shared the video on his story. June 2016: Drake loses $60,000 bet with French Montana that the Golden State Warriors, and his new bestie Steph Curry, will beat the Cleveland Cavaliers and his old BFF LeBron James in the NBA Finals. In March, perhaps in appreciation of luck he’s brought, the Raptors renamed their practice arena the OVO Athletic Center, and Drake’s OVO owl logo now adorns the facility. During the broadcast he suggest Hova’s “somewhere eating a fondue plate.” Meanwhile, Drake gets roasted on social for using a lint roller with undignified passion in the heat of the game.
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