Alphanso Keene III, known professionally as Phanzii, is an American rapper, singer, visual artist, fashion designer and lastly a model.
Phanzii began making music in 2017, which also led to designing clothes while being inspired by Kanye West. Phanzii attended and graduated from art school in 2016 giving him all the motivation needed to express himself freely amongst others. On May 20th of this year, Phanzii signed a record deal with a brand new music division of the popular underwear/sportswear brand Ethika, Ethika Music Group.
Sixers Saved by Game 6 Win; Embiid-Collins Incident.
Game 6 Win, Summary
Seth Curry, Philly’s Game 6 win. Tobias Harris and Seth Curry were the point leaders scoring 24 points. Philadelphia 76ers | Twitter
After a devastating game 5, fans did not know what to expect with Game 6. Would it just be another bitter loss as the last two games? Cue Game 6, it was a slow unproductive start for the Sixers. They seem to lack that aggression and energy and obviously still carrying the stink of two back to back losses. And, for the first time in this series, they didn’t not start the first half with a lead (-7, -4) but the momentum changed after the first half. When they returned, the pace picked up, shots were being made. They were up four points by the end of the third (80-76). Then, managed to win by five in the final quarter (104-99).
Player Scoring: Harris, Curry, and a Side of Maxey
Tobias Harris and Seth Curry scored 24 points each, leading the team in points. Joel Embiid contributed 22 points and grabbed 13 rebounds. Rookie Maxey definitely bailed us out with a struggling Simmons. Tyrese Maxey, who played a total of 33 minutes, tallied 16 points and seven rebounds.
Additionally, when the Sixers were down or struggling, rookie Maxey was able to change the energy, and provide some much needed production for Philadelphia. Hawks also had a difficult time guarding the young player which provided him with many opportunities to score. Sixers save themselves from leaving the NBA Eastern Conference playoffs by game 6 win. Also, game 7 will be in Philadelphia, giving them homecourt advantage.
Embiid-Collins Incident. Joel agressively moves Collins with his body after Collins shoved him when he fell onto him. Fined by NBA Twitter
Joel Embiid was fined $35,000 for allegedly “escalating the on-court altercation” between himself and Hawk’s John Collins. The Embiid-Collins incident occurred with 4:02 left in the fourth quarter. Embiid landed on Collins’ legs after a foul while trying to score.
After landing on Collins accidentally, Collins angrilly shoved the big guy which agrevated Embiid. The Embiid-Collins incident escalated. Following Collin’s shove, Embiid retalliated by walking agressively with his hands spread out, using his body to push Collins towards the stanchion. Embiid received a fine for his actions. The NBA determined that he pursued Collins in an unsportsmanlike manner and failed to cooperate with an NBA Security interview regarding the on-court incident.
How do the players feel about Game 7 at home?
After that Game 6 win, the Sixers look towards Game 7. You cannot ask for a better Game 7, end to a series. By gaining homecourt advantage, the sixers finish the series in Philadelphia for the must win finale. Philly’s 76ers hope that this time they leave with a win to go into the next round in the NBA Eastern Conference Playoffs.
“I’m excited, This time, it’s at home. You can back that up. I believe that if we had home court, it would have been easier to win. That’s why we work so hard in the regular season to get home-court advantage. Playing in front of our fans.” -Joel Embiid
Hopefully, it will be a different result than when they surrendered the lead and game to the Hawks in their last homestand. The Sixers will have a lot of convincing to do to get Philly fans behind them as they left very disappointed from the Wells Fargo Center. But if they continue to play strong and agressive, that should be no problem for them.
“I’m excited about it. I’m always excited for every game, and this one will be special because it’s at home. Having our fans there with their energy will make it even better. I can’t wait.”
Join in the Father’s Day celebration with Nick Cannon, a proud dad to seven children, including two sets of twins. As the host of The Masked Singer, Cannon will have a busy day ahead, surrounded by four amazing moms and his seven kids. This includes his upcoming arrival, a son with model Alyssa Scott. Cannon co-parents with Mariah Carey, Brittany Bell, Abby De la Rosa, and Alyssa Scott. But does Father’s Day bring Cannon pure joy, or does it come with some drama?
Nick Cannon on Marriage & Monogamy
Nick Cannon has developed a negative view of marriage and monogamy, which started after his divorce from Mariah Carey. He has expressed multiple times that he doesn’t believe in marriage and has no desire to marry again.
Nick Cannon on Wanting A Big Family
However, Cannon has no qualms about fathering children, as he has been involved with four different mothers, sometimes in quick succession. It seems he struggles with commitment even when discovering he will become a father, often engaging in relationships with other women during that period.
In a 2017 interview with Power 106, he expressed his desire for a large family. And now, he will have just that, although his children will be spread across four different mothers.
“I’ve always wanted more than just a few kids. I’ve always wanted five children.”
With two sets of twins, Cannon’s total number of children has reached seven. Will he be satisfied with this or will he keep expanding his family with more children and mothers?
Nick Cannon; Father to seven children.
Nick Cannon is a father to seven children from four different mothers, including Monroe and Morrocan with Mariah Carey.
Cannon welcomed his first twins, Monroe and Moroccan, with singer Mariah Carey on April 30, 2011. Following that, he had a son and then a daughter with Brittany Bell, named Golden Sagon (February 2017) and Powerful Queen (December 2020) respectively.
Nick Cannon, Golden Sagon & Powerful Queen. Nick Cannon Father’s day to seven kids Instagram
Abby de la Rosa recently welcomed Cannon’s second set of twins, Zion and Zillion, on June 14, 2021. Currently, he is expecting a son named Zen S. Cannon with model Alyssa Scott.
Elaborate Maternity Shoots
To celebrate Father’s Day, Alyssa Scott shared her maternity photoshoot with Nick Cannon, commemorating the upcoming arrival of their son, Zen S. Cannon. Cannon has developed a fondness for elaborate maternity shoots, having one for each of his seven children. It’s unclear whether the concept originated from Cannon or his baby mothers, but it’s evident that he appreciates the idea of capturing significant pregnancy moments through these photoshoots.
Mariah Carey
Cannon had a nude maternity photoshoot with Mariah Carey for his first set of twins, which he later admitted to regretting. While the idea may have seemed appealing at the time when Cannon and Carey discussed it, the shoot now appears cringeworthy in hindsight.
Maternity photoshoot with Mariah Carey featuring her twin children, Monroe and Moroccan.
Brittany Bell
In the photo above, Nick Cannon and Brittany Bell joyfully pose in white with their first child, Golden Sagaon. Below, their underwater maternity photoshoot captures the arrival.
Abby De la Rosa
Cannon and DJ Abby De la Rosa together in a serene forest to celebrate the arrival of their twin boys.
Alyssa Scott
Alyssa Scott shared her maternity photoshoot with Nick Cannon for their baby, Zen S. Cannon, on Instagram.
On Father’s Day, Alyssa Scott shared the maternity photoshoot she did with Cannon. Once again, Cannon embraces nature as the theme for the photoshoot with model Alyssa Scott, capturing beautiful moments among rocky cliffs.
Zion and Zillion Arrive
De la Rosa posted a hospital video on Instagram featuring her newborn twin boys, Zion Mixolydian and Zillion Heir, shortly after giving birth to them on June 14, 2021. In the video, Abby lovingly smiles at her sons as she introduces them to the world.
Abby De la Rosa lovingly holds her newborn twin boys, Zion Mixolydian and Zillion Heir, fathered by Nick Cannon. Nick Cannon celebrates Father’s Day with his seven kids. (Instagram)
Their newfound happiness was disrupted when she found out that Cannon was expecting a child with Scott soon after. However, this shouldn’t have been a surprise. Cannon had welcomed his daughter, Powerful Queen, just six months prior (December 2020), while De la Rosa was pregnant with their twin boys.
Baby Drama: Alyssa Scott’s Son and Cannon’s Seventh Child
Cannon is soon expecting his seventh child, an unborn son named Zen S. Cannon. During a discreet pregnancy, drama unfolded when Alyssa Scott indirectly confirmed Nick Cannon as the father in a now-deleted Instagram post from May, where she revealed the name of her unborn son. This led Abby De la Rosa to delete most of her social media content, except for a video of her introducing her children. Behind the scenes, tensions seem to be rising as the mothers vie for Cannon’s attention with their babies.
For his first shot at mainstream success, rising Texas act 2G.Kaash, taps hit-making producer, DJ Chose, for the release of the red-hot new single “Walk Down” with music video. A perfect pick for the new star as DJ Chose has produced a string of hits, recently, with superstars, like Gucci Mane, Megan Tee Stallion and Yung Bleu.
Over Chose’s production, 2G.Kaash displays his trendsetting street appeal, aggression and magnetic charisma while he raps about taking it to the opps. In the Visualz By Dee-directed, Kaash and the crew storm through the scene and make an example of a non-believer. 2G.Kaash is a 2021 artist-to-watch and “Walk Down” is a must-see.
Before, “Walk Down,” 2G.Kaash ascended to early fame with his breakout single “Nobody Love.” Early 2021, the rising star was dressed with controversy following an alledge murder charge that was soon reversed to “self-defense” and him free of all pending charges by a jury of his peers. Along with “Nobody Love” and “Walk Down,” 2G.Kaash include four solid EPs with the latest 11-song project, On The Rise. As his buzz spread broader by the day and all the negative publicity behind him, for 2G.Kaash, he’s ascent to mainstream superstardom is inevitable.
While “Walk Down” climbs, 2G.Kaash promises more new music with the preparation of a full-length debut album, expected late-2021/early-2022. Watch the new collaboration between 2G.Kaash and DJ Chose below. Stream “Walk Down” on all DSPs via Up1ent/Legna Ent/Starting Five.
Rick Ross owns a sprawling mansion in Georgia that previously belonged to boxer Evander Holyfield. Instead of spending around $1 million annually to maintain the extensive property, Ross began personally mowing the lawn.
“When I purchased the Fayetteville estate, locals would see me leaving a restaurant and shout, ‘You know, Holyfield spent $1 million a year on lawn maintenance.’ So, I made the decision to cut my own grass. And that’s exactly what I did,” he revealed to Forbes.
“I went to John Deere and asked for their largest and most efficient tractor. I explained that I needed to maintain over 200 acres, and they guided me to the right tractor. It took me a while to figure everything out, maybe a couple of hours in one spot, but once I got it running, I didn’t stop. I spent about five hours mowing,” he shared.
To enhance the experience, Ross customized his tractor with tinted windows for a peaceful environment. “People still recognize me, but when I’m in the tractor, it brings a different level of tranquility and connection with the estate, animals, birds, and wildlife,” he said.
While enjoying the task, Ross reflected on his journey. “I sit there with my rolled-up cannabis, appreciating the property and reminiscing about my struggles and triumphs. It may seem insignificant, but it puts a smile on my face. So, for anyone who doesn’t cut their own grass, I suggest taking time every few months to experience this incredible and peaceful sensation.”
Ross also shared his money-saving habits, such as shopping at swap meets and antique stores and choosing commercial flights whenever possible. However, he still knows how to indulge occasionally.
“I’m not into wasting money, but it’s important to enjoy the fruits of your labor and stay ahead. I ensure that I am surrounded by love, inspiration, and motivation. Right now, as I look out of my window in Southwest Ranches, I see my red-on-red 458 Ferrari, which serves as an inspiration,” he expressed.
Tyler, the Creator announced on Thursday (June 17) that his new album, Call Me If You Get Lost, will drop on June 25. Taking to social media, Tyler revealed the title and cover art, which features a travel ID card with his photo, date of birth, and his alias “Tyler Baudelaire,” a reference to French poet Charles Baudelaire.
Tyler, The Creator revealed the album’s release date “Call Me If You Get Lost” as June 25th, with a tweet containing a promotional image.
Tyler started teasing his album, Call Me If You Get Lost, with billboards in several cities including Los Angeles, London, Paris, Berlin, Stockholm, Amsterdam, Sydney, Toronto, Montreal, and Vancouver.
Earlier in the week, Tyler released the first song and Wolf Haley-directed video for “LUMBERJACK.” He has also previewed a track called “SIDE STREET,” which is expected to appear on the album.
It was recently announced that Nipsey Hussle, the rapper will be honored with a star, on the Hollywood Walk of Fame as a heartfelt tribute, after his passing. The late rapper and entrepreneur was named among 38 honorees today. The Hollywood Walk of Fame 2022 class will feature prominent individuals including George Clinton, Ashanti, DJ Khaled, Black Eyed Peas, Avril Lavigne, and more. They will be inducted in the Recording category.
The honorees were selected from a large pool of nominees during a meeting of the Walk of Fame selection committee on Monday. The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce’s board of directors officially approved the selections on Wednesday. Ellen K, a radio personality and chair of the selection committee (who is also a previous honoree), announced the new honorees on the Walk of Fame’s website.
Nipsey, tragically killed outside his Marathon Clothing store in 2019, joins the ranks of esteemed rap icons on the Walk of Fame. Other renowned rappers honored on the Walk of Fame include Diddy, 50 Cent, Snoop Dogg, LL Cool J, Pharrell, and Queen Latifah.
Working relationships can either be beneficial to both parties or turn sour over time. In Jay-Z’s case, the rap mogul’s previous partnership with HipHop photographer Jonathan Mannion recently hit a dead end. Apparently, Hov hired Mannion years ago to do a cover shoot for Reasonable Doubt. Of course, the two had a great working relationship back then. However, times have changed. Jay-Z sued Mannion for allegedly exploiting his name without consent. Where did it all go wrong?
Jay-Z Sued The HipHop Photographer
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Paparazzi makes millions of dollars selling photos of celebrities. Even famous photographers like Jonathan Mannion make a killing in selling celebrity photos. Though, the HipHop photographer’s exploitation of Jay-Z came to a screeching halt.
Recently, Jay-Z sued Mannion for promoting his Roc Nation business and selling photos of him. Furthermore, much of the material used stemmed from their Reasonable Doubt covershoot. According to HipHopDX, the photographer took several photos of the rap mogul for Roc-a-Fella Records at the time. Not to mention, Mannion was paid “handsomely” after the completion of the covershoot.
However, years later, the photographer decided to milk the rap star for everything he’s worth. After Jay-Z discovered Mannion had sold images of him via his website without his consent or knowledge, he demanded more money. Hov hopes that by suing the HipHop photographer, he’ll evidently stop selling the photographs. Additionally, he’s demanded all the profits Mannion has so far. By Hov being a rap icon, Mannion might want to meet his requests ASAP.
Jonathan Mannion Has Nothing But Love For Hov
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Recently, Jay-Z sued HipHop photographer Johnathan Mannion for profiting off his likeness. Rather than spewing hate-filled comments at the rap mogul, Mannion instead decides to flatter him. Over the last two decades, Mannion expressed nothing but love for Hov.
Last December, Mannion shared an Instagram photo of him and Jay-Z, looking as though they’re having a great time. In his captions, he wrote, “SAG SEASON CONTINUES! Blessings and much respect to the legendary Jay-Z. It has been an absolute honor and privilege to capture moments with you throughout the years.” It’s interesting how the photographer’s admiration for Jay-Z contrasts with the previous incident of exploiting him. Nevertheless, Jay-Z has made it clear that he won’t hesitate to take legal action if someone crosses him.
Going through a rough patch in life can bring anyone down. Despite all the backlash Kevin Hart has received, he’s handling himself well. He is especially doing well now with the release of his newest Netflix film project Fatherhood. Looks like that million-dollar partnership with the streaming service seems very lucrative. More importantly, the star takes on his biggest role yet. In Fatherhood, he stars as a single father learning how to care for his daughter all while grieving over the loss of his wife. The Netflix film shows a serious side to Kevin Hart that fans have yet to see. Who knew the actor could be so versatile?
Matt Logelin’s Memoir Hits Netflix
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It’s no secret that a slew of books have been adapted for film over and over again. Recently, Matt Logelin’s heartbreaking memoir Two Kisses For Maddy: A Memoir Of Love And Loss was adapted to film by Netflix. Furthermore, the New York Times Bestseller tells the story of a single father learning the ropes of parenthood. While tackling the challenges of caring for his daughter, he also must cope with his wife’s death who died during childbirth. Obviously, Fatherhood called for an actor with a serious side. Not to mention, it is a serious tear jerkier.
Kevin Hart Has A Serious Side
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Kevin Hart maybe one of the biggest comedians of the last few decades. He’s even dabbled in several entertainment ventures, including a few acting roles. After having signed a major contract deal with Netflix, Hart has single-handedly taken over the streaming service. His first Netflix film Fatherhood just dropped this week and everyone is talking about it.
Unlike his previous roles, Kevin Hart taps into his “serious side” in the film. Even still, there are definitely instances of comedic relief here and there. At first glance, Kevin Hart doesn’t seem like the obvious choice to star in the film about a man juggling the obstacles of parenthood while grieving over the death of his wife. However, Director Paul Weitz made sure that Hart proved audiences wrong. According to CNN Entertainment, “Weitz creates enough room for him to flex his serious side.” Moreover, Hart was able to show “emotional depths and tendencies” rarely found in his previous work. It appears that the star will join a long-list of comedies who have successfully crossed over into dramatic roles.
When it comes to taking on Cancel Culture, some celebrities don’t back down. Comedian Kevin Hart certainly doesn’t let the haters ruin his day. Recently, the Jumanji actor came under fire for his 2018 homophobic comments that have resurfaced. Rather than lying low or burying his head in the sand, Hart called out Cancel Culture. In fact, he cancelled “Cancel Culture” by simply not caring what people think of him.
Kevin Hart Tells Cancel Culture He’s Evolved
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Celebrities have a tough job when it comes to carrying the world on their shoulders. Every word they say will be used against them. Back in 2018 and again 2019 at the Academy Awards, Kevin Hart faced backlash for his homophobic jokes. Unfortunately, those same jabs resurfaced again after his recent interview with the Sunday Times. The comedian specifically addressed his stance on Cancel Culture, basically calling it “nonsense.”
During the interview, Kevin Hart explained that he’s been cancelled by Cancel Culture several times. Fortunately, it doesn’t even phase him anymore. More importantly, he touched on the backlash he’d received for his 2018 homophobic comments that recently resurfaced. The star expressed his sincerest regrets again during his interview with Sunday Times.
However, he also noted that like everyone else, he’s learned from his past mistakes. “Everyone can change… You realize that the words you say may have consequences. I can’t be the same comedian I was when I started in this industry,” Hart expressed during the interview. Furthermore, the actor and comedian made a bizarre comparison between his situation and an incarcerated person unsuccessfully finding a job. Nonetheless, Kevin Hart made it clear he’s not losing sleep over Cancel Culture.
The Comedian Takes The “Your Not Funny” Slander With A Grain Of Salt
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When it comes to showbiz, never to take anything at face value. By Kevin Hart being a mega star comedian, he doesn’t let the haters take away his “energy.” In light of his recent commentary on Cancel Culture, the star once again faced backlash. Not only have people knocked him for his past homophobic comments, but now they claim he’s “not funny.”
Internet trolls even took to Twitter to compare his Sunday Times commentary to that of other comedic legends like Kat Williams and Eddie Murphy. Fortunately, the social media slander didn’t bother Hart one bit. In fact, he weaponized the “not funny” slander and threw it right back at the critics. “The ‘He’s not funny’ criticism is the most amusing… this is my response. I have three stand-up comedy specials that rank among the top 10 highest-grossing of all time… two of my specials are in the top 3,” Hart tweeted in response to his detractors. The comedian just checked Cancel Culture.
Microsoft’s E3 Showcase: Top 4 Xbox Releases Announced
Microsoft 2021 E3 Showcase, 4 top Xbox releases. Halo Infinite, Battlefield 2042, Starfield, and Rainbow Six: Extraction. Which one will you play? Microsoft E3 Presentation
Microsoft completed their Xbox E3 showcase. During the E3 showcase, the company announced some exciting games, mostly, first person shooters that players are accustomed to. Here’s the top 4 releases announced by Microsoft for Xbox in 2021: Halo Infinite, Starfield, Battfield 2042, and Rainbow Six: Extraction.
Microsoft 2021 E3 Showcase, 4 top Xbox releases. Halo Infinite, Battlefield 2042, Starfield, and Rainbow Six: Extraction. Which one will you play? Microsoft E3 Presentation
Halo Infinite
About:
First up in the top 4 games in Microsoft’s Xbox E3 Showcase. Halo Infinite is the sixth in the halo series and like it’s predecessors is a first-person shooter. The story picks up the story of the Master Chief, following Guardians. According to Microsoft, the story of Halo Infinite will be more focused on humanity, with the Master Chief playing a bigger role compared to Halo 5: Guardians.
Additionally, the Halo Infinite’s multiplayer portion would be released as a free-to-play game. In this mode, there is an increased focus on character customization. Below, players can get an overview of this mode along with a preview of multiplayer maps.
Release Date: TBD, Holiday Season
Platforms Available: Windows, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S
Starfield
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Second up from top 4 games in Microsoft’s Xbox E3 Showcase is Starfield.According to Microsoft, Starfield is Bethesda Game Studios’ first new universe in 25 years, following their previous creations like The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim and Fallout 4. This upcoming RPG is set in space and offers players the ability to create any character and explore with incredible freedom. Powered by next-gen technology and built on the new Creation Engine 2, Starfield takes players on an epic journey through space to uncover humanity’s greatest mystery.
Starfield is an exclusive game to Xbox. This has caused a bit of a frenzy with Playstation players wanting to have access to the title to which Bethesda applogizes to fans about exclusivity with Xbox and PC but says in the end it was the best platform for their game.
Release date: November 11
Platforms Available: Xbox X|S, PC
Battlefield 2042
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Third up in top 4 games in Microsoft’s Xbox E3 Showcase is Battlefield 2042, a multiplayer-focused first-person shooter. In 2040, climate change wreaks havoc, leading to a catastrophic event known as Kessler syndrome. 70% of satellites crash to Earth, causing a global blackout. This triggers escalating tensions between the United States and Russia, eventually resulting in war in 2042.
Battlefield 2042 offers an immersive gaming experience with advanced weaponry, gadgets, and vehicles. Players can deploy turrets, drones, and even request vehicle air-drops to any location. The game also introduces a convenient “Plus” system for on-the-spot weapon customization. The class system has been revamped to include Assault, Engineer, Medic, and Recon.
Gameplay: Three Modes
Battlefield 2042 has three main gameplay modes. First, “All-Out Warfare.”Secondly, “Breakthrough,” one team must try to capture another team’s control points, while another team must defend them.Thirdly, “Conquest”, two teams combat against each other in order to capture control points. Once control points in a sector are captured, the team will control said sector.
Release date: October 22, 2021
Platforms Available: PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X and Series S, Microsoft Windows
Rainbow Six Extraction
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The final game in the top 4 games in Microsoft’s Xbox E3 Showcase is Rainbow Six: Extraction. This game has crossplay and cross progression which increases player accessibility across all platforms. Gather your top Rainbow Six: Extraction Operators and embark on missions in volatile containment zones to confront a changing Alien menace. Unite and risk it all against this unfamiliar adversary.
Assemble Your Squad
Form a team in Rainbow Six: Extraction’s Co-op mode with up to three Operators or play alone. Each Operator possesses unique weapons and abilities to learn, enhance, and master through a new progression system.
Risk it All in Containment Zones
There are 12 Extraction maps for players to explore and challenges to complete that will test your ability and tactical approach in Rainbow Six: Extraction. After completing missions, you can extract your team to get rewards or continue on and risk losing them.
Fight the ARCHÆANS
Players will fight a lethal, unpredictable and constantly evolving Alien Threat. In Rainbow Six: Extraction, players rely on teammates to confront 10 different parasitic archetypes. These enemies, along with the alien ecosystem, will test the players’ strategies and skills.
Release date: Setember 16
Platforms Available: Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, the Ubisoft Store on Windows PC, and Stadia
Sixers Drop the Ball in Game 5, Give Up Lead to Hawks.
Game 5 NBA Playoffs, Sixers give lead to Hawks. Loses Game 5 Philadelphia 76ers | Twitter
According to everyone, it should have been an easy win for the number one seed, Philadelphia 76ers. They played at home, and had come to play after a loss which usually spurs them to win the next game. But, momentum dropped suddenly in the fourth. After leading in three quarters (+14, +22, +16), the Sixers offense and defense suffered giving Atlanta the chance to come back to take Game 5.
Philadelphia lost, 109-106 at a home game during one of the most important games they needed to win. Instead, they give up lead to Hawks. It will go down as one of the worst defeats in franchise history. So, how did we get here?
The first three quarters, the Sixers carried a lead over the Hawks. Embiid was on fire playing a very strong game especially in the first quarter. By the fourth, the Hawks were within 16 and catching up.
Fourth Quarter Flub
Then, with 4:23 remaining on the clock, Atlanta Hawks guard Lou Williams intentionally fouled Ben Simmons. It was the same hack-a-ben strategy they have been using the whole series. Rightfully, it appeared he would miss as he missed 8/10 free throws. Instead, he sunk both. Thus, giving the 76ers a 10-point lead.
By all accounts, the Sixers had this in the bag and maybe that was the problem. Maybe, they became too confident. There is a thing where Philly teams do bad when they get too much praise, the effort is laxed. However, if they have something to prove, underdog, then they surprise fans and play hard. So, maybe this is a case of too much praise and too much confidence. Finally, within the two minute mark, the Hawks managed to not only catch up but take a one point lead and that’s when it hit the fans. The Philadelphia 76ers had given the lead to the Hawks but also just lost this game. They couldn’t come back.
Player stats : The Numbers
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Embiid finished with a whopping 37 points and 13 rebounds. While, Curry tallied 36 points and made 7 of 12 3-pointers. Embiid and Curry were the only two Philadelphia players to make field goals in the last 31 minutes and 26 seconds. Combined, Both scored 25 of 39 from the floor (64.1%).
All the while, the rest of the 76ers only made 10 of 36 field goals (27.8%) and scored just 33 points. A number that should have been much higher. Simmons struggled and didn’t play to his potential and Harris was pretty much gone the whole game (only scoring 4 points). Simmons, attempted just four field goals and missed 10 of his 14 free throws to finish with eight points. It was absolutely unacceptable. As the stakes are high, they needed to compete at a higher level, no excuses. Sixers should not have been in the position of giving the lead to a low production team like the Hawks. Needless to say, fans were disappointed, angry, and one threw a bottle on the court. Please stay classy, Philadelphia fans.
Now, with one game determining the fate of the 76ers, fans wonder which Sixers team they will see: the agressive competitors or the lazy surrenders. Either way, if the Sixers don’t win tonight, it’s game over. Will Simmons step up to the challenge? Is Embiid healthy enough to maintain his high production? Who else were rise and fill in gaps? Tune in tonight, Sixers vs. Hawks, 7:30pm.
So, No Way Home is about 6 months away and everyone is up in arms clammoring for any little detail or trailer release. Yet, we stil have some waiting to do. While we wait, let’s look at some rumors and information we have been given so far. Here’s what we know about Spider-Man: No Way Home.
First things first, a glitchy logo has been leaked to confirm Multiverse is happening. It’s a cool little easter egg nod to Into the Spider-Verse.
Rumored Plot
Initially, consulting the rumor mill will give us some ideas of what to expect with the upcoming december release, No Way Home. However, it’s important to reiterate that these are rumors and may not be true at the final product. So, please take these with a grain of salt.
Now that that’s been said, let’s take a closer look as some rumors.
On the Run: Confirmed
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Ultimately, accused of murder by Mysterio and J. Jonah Jameson, Spiderman along with MJ and Ned are hiding in a homeless shelter. Fortunately, Doctor Strange finds them and offers refuge at the Sanctum in New York. So far, this seems fair enough to be true.
Doctor Strange: Possible
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While Doctor Strange attempts to figure out how to makes things right for Peter, Peter stumbles upon an interdimensional prison inside the Sanctum. Additonally, the prison contains Green Goblin, Doctor Octopus, and the Sandman from Sam Raimi’s original three Spider-Man films. It also includes the Lizard and Electro from The Amazing Spider-Man movies. Plausible. While, It has been confirmed that these villians will be available in the movie but no one knows for sure how it comes about.
Spider-man Makes a Huge Mistake: Plausible
Then, Holland’s Peter Parker is tricked into freeing the villains believing they need to save their Earths. Again, Plausible. Peter’s a kid and Spider-man has been know to be gullible and make big mistakes. Consequently, when Strange returns he informs Peter of his grave mistake.Then, he reveals the villains were being kept there because they had been experimenting with interdimensional technology on their Earths. As a result, Doctor Strange then tasks Spider-Man with putting a stop to their actions. So, this rumor solves the question of how the multiverse will come to fruition and the agency for which the plot runs off of.
Help from some neighboring, multiversal, Veteran Spider-men: Confirmed
Next, the plot moves to Oscorp, where Green Goblin has lead the team of villains to steal prototype interdimensional technology. Following, his defeat, he and Strange seek aid from Tobey Maguire and Andrew Garfield’s Spider-Men. Accordingly, this seems accurate enough. Holland’s Spider-man needs help, messes up, whatever and needs help from some veteran Spider-Men. Safe to say, this will happen.
Sinister Six: Confirmed
Nevertheless, with Rhino the Sinister Six is formed. It includes Green Goblin, Doctor Octopus, Sandman, Lizard, Electro, and Rhino. Since, they have been trying to do Sinster Six for some time and failed to do so with Amazing Spider-man when the third film was cancelled, the Sinister Six is finally happening. The powers that be have done a lot of ground work setting them up so this is a safe bet. Finally, Sinsiter Six villians will be explored.
REPRISED Roles
Andrew garfield – actual roles not cameo
Tobey mcguire – actual roles not cameo
Jamie foxx electro
Alfred Molina doc oct (will be de-aged digitally)
Charlie cox as matthew murdock
Benedict cumberbach as dr. Strange Mary Jane Watson (Kirstin Dunst), cameo most likely
Holland on No Way Home
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Tom Holland has been quoted talking about the No Way Home film stating it is the most ambitious superhero film made. Given that it’s been confirmed to be multiversal, opens the door to do a lot of cool things.
“It’s really amazing. I’ve never seen a superhero movie like this before. And I’m just that lucky guy who gets to play Spider-Man in it. We still have a lot more shooting to do.”
The new Stockholm Syndrome documentary directed by The Architects covers ASAP Rocky’s 2019 assault trial. It also details his July 2019 experience in prison in Sweden.
“I was half asleep when I heard my name. I opened my eyes and closed them again, but then they said my name again. That’s when I fully woke up and was like, ‘What the heck?'”
In addition, Rocky talks about his feelings when he saw Trump publicly requesting his release from prison in Sweden.
“In the film, Trump can be heard saying, ‘I’ve been contacted by many members of the African American community asking me to help ASAP Rocky. Although I personally don’t know him, he has tremendous support from the African American community in this country.'”
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Thanks to Kim and Kanye’s relationship with Trump, they were able to communicate the urgency of Rocky’s situation. Nonetheless, Rocky strongly believed that Trump was going to make matters worse.
“But on the flip side, I was like, ‘That’s cool, man.’ Having such widespread support, even from the president, feels good. Because most of the time, I don’t think he really understands what’s happening in our neighborhoods… I appreciated it, I won’t lie. At the same time, I was also worried that it might prolong my time behind bars.”
Rocky’s Connection to Sweden
Although prison is not a pleasant experience, Rocky remembers the positive takeaways from his time in Sweden.
Listen, I have a connection with Sweden,” he said. “… the architecture, I like innovations – I love all of it all. So for me, fashion, art – it all correlates to me and my style and my taste preference personally, so that’s why I am always going to continue to go back.”
Be sure to check out Stockholm Syndrome, which will be presented at the 2021 Tribeca Festival.
