HotNewHipHop https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/ The Latest Hip Hop News, Songs, Rap Albums & Music, Gossip & Entertainment News, Sneaker Releases, Sports News, TV & Movies, Interviews, Culture & more Sun, 06 Sep 2026 00:10:31 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.1 Man City And A$AP Rocky Team Up On “Don’t Be Dumb” Kit https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/1008741-man-city-x-aap-rocky-streetwear-news Sun, 06 Sep 2026 00:29:00 +0000 https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/?p=1008741 A$AP Rocky turned his new album into a Manchester City jersey, and the drop came with golden tickets fans could actually cash in.

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Manchester City, PUMA, and A$AP Rocky have launched a limited-edition apparel collection together. It’s tied to Rocky’s 2026 album, Don’t Be Dumb. The release lines up with his Co-op Live concert on September 5th.

The main piece is a long-sleeve PUMA King jersey in black and archive gold. “DON’T BE DUMB” runs down the sleeve, with AWGE branding mixed throughout. A bold “MANCHESTER” graphic covers the back of the shirt.

Fans can also add limited-edition “A$AP 11” name and number printing. That’s available on the club’s current Home, Away, or Third kits. It’s offered while supplies last at retail.

A separate players-only version exists too, though it’s not for sale. That one sticks closer to Man City’s sky-blue identity. It features “D.B.D.” sleeve detailing and a stop-sign graphic reading “STOP SNITCHIN, MANCHESTER” on the back.

Everything sells exclusively in Manchester on a first-come, first-served basis. That includes the Man City Stadium Store and some jerseys even came with “Golden Tickets” for the concert or Saturday’s match.

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Man City x A$AP Rocky

The collection’s first moment came through a one-night pop-up on September 4th. PUMA transformed Black Milk in Manchester’s Northern Quarter into the “Don’t Be Dumb Caff” for the night. Doors opened and drew the big fans in early.

That event mixed football, music, and street culture into one space. It gave fans first access to the longsleeve jersey before wider retail rollout. The numbered kits followed the next morning at the stadium store.

A$AP Rocky has described the project as staying true to his own design language. He’s said the goal was honoring Man City’s legacy while still keeping his creative fingerprint intact. PUMA’s Teamsport VP echoed that same sentiment in the collection’s announcement.

This isn’t Rocky’s only club project also matching collection with AC Milan dropped around the same time. Together, both releases show just how far music and football crossovers have come.

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Adidas And Bad Bunny Unveil New Adidas BadBo 1.1 https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/1008737-adidas-badbo-1-1-sneaker-news Sat, 05 Sep 2026 23:52:28 +0000 https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/?p=1008737 The adidas BadBo 1.1 trims Bad Bunny's signature shoe into a true low-top, and it comes in noticeably cheaper than the original.

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Bad Bunny and Adidas have officially announced the BadBo 1.1. It’s set to release September 15th for $120. The style code is LC5466, releasing App Only through Adidas US.

The debut colorway comes in a chalk white, grey, and soft pink. It’s inspired by the coastline of Puerto Rico. That’s a much lighter palette compared to the original BadBo 1.0’s debut brown.

The 1.1 trims down to a true low-top shape with a thinned-out collar. That’s a clear departure from the heavily padded mid-cut build of the original release. The layering of the upper has also been reworked to accommodate that lower shape.

The toe box also gets reworked too. A T-toe construction swaps out the smooth toe from the 1.0. That detail gives the shoe a sportier, more traditional sneaker look.

Even the branding shifted slightly. It now sits centered on the heel instead of positioned off to the side near the rear. Bad Bunny’s stitch-mark tongue tab, thick rope laces, and heel star logo all carry over from the original.

Both BadBo models trace back to the Adidas Streetwise basketball shoe from 1994. That happens to be the same year Bad Bunny was born. It’s a detail that’s carried through every version of this partnership so far.

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Adidas BadBo 1.1

The original BadBo 1.0 debuted during Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl halftime show earlier this year. It sold out almost immediately following his big Grammy night. Resale prices on that first release have climbed well past retail since then.

This 1.1 arrives just months after that debut, which is a quick turnaround for any signature line. Bad Bunny has stayed busy with his Adidas partnership all year regardless. Golf and baseball cleat versions of the BadBo have already released too.

The lower price point here also stands out. At $120, the 1.1 comes in cheaper than the original’s $160 tag. That could make this version an easier access point for fans who missed the first drop. Overall, With more BadBo colorways already expected, this partnership shows no signs of slowing down.

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Dirty Sprite โ€“ Mixtape by Future https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/1008733-dirty-sprite-future-streaming Sat, 05 Sep 2026 21:53:01 +0000 https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/?p=1008733 "Dirty Sprite" is one of Future's most iconic early mixtapes, and he has finally released the project on streaming services.

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Future is still dropping new music, but there’s never a bad time to go back into his classic projects and track his path as a superstar. Fortunately for fans, he just made that process easier for them by dropping various of his classic 2010 and 2011 mixtapes on streaming services for the first time. Among them is 2011’s Dirty Sprite, which newer fans will recognize as the precursor to DS2. But if you only know that iconic release, Pluto just gave fans a good reason to dive into the original. The Atlanta artist also dropped 1000, Kno Mercy, True Story, and Streetz Calling on platforms like Spotify.

Release Date: January 11, 2011

Genre: Hip-Hop

Tracklist of Dirty Sprite

  1. Intro
  2. Dirty Sprite
  3. We Winnin
  4. Watch This (with Rocko)
  5. Pop Them Bands (with Travis Porter)
  6. Racks (with YC)
  7. Yeah Yeah – Remix (with 2 Chainz)
  8. Never Been This High
  9. We On Top
  10. Conceited (with Cap 1)
  11. Upper Echelon
  12. Old Hundreds (with Twista)
  13. On 2 Us
  14. Splashin’ (with F.L.Y.)
  15. Much More
  16. So Cold – Interlude
  17. I Got Yo B***h (with Rocko)
  18. Stand
  19. Pajamas (with Rocko)
  20. Future Speaks
  21. 4 My People

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Elliott Wilson Doesn’t Want Jay-Z To Forgive Kanye West https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/1008729-elliott-wilson-jay-z-forgive-kanye-west Sat, 05 Sep 2026 21:42:25 +0000 https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/?p=1008729 Amid Kanye West's reunions with Big Sean and Kid Cudi, Elliott Wilson is hoping Jay-Z doesn't reconcile with Ye after years of tension.

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Jay-Z and Kanye West have arguably the most turbulent and legendary dynamic in hip-hop. Two superstar moguls of the genre, one under the other’s wing, who rose to new heights together and later tore each other down for a laundry list of alleged and confirmed reasons. But amid Ye squashing his beefs with various former foes at his Chicago homecoming concerts, many folks are wondering if the same could be true for Hov one day. It seems incredibly unlikely, and some fans like Elliott Wilson are trying to manifest its complete impossibility.

Wilson responded via Twitter to Jermaine Dupri commenting on the many guests the Chicago artist brought out for these concerts. They include Kid Cudi, Big Sean, Lupe Fiasco, Travis Scott, Future, Common, and many more. “Everybody always reconciles with dude. I hope Big Homie never does,” Elliott wrote.

While he didn’t explicitly name the Roc Nation mogul, fans quickly connected the dots online. However, folks who agreed with him didn’t necessarily align with his reasoning. Some hardcore Roc supporters are firmly against the Yeezy mogul, whereas others hope Kanye is the one who never lets Jay back into his life.

Conversations about Kanye West’s Jay-Z beef could also apply to folks like Pusha T, especially with the context of Sean and much of the G.O.O.D. Music family reconciling with Ye. Some folks are focused on the interpersonal dynamics and industry loyalties, whereas others expressed outrage at these artists ignoring Kanye’s previous bigotries and controversies.

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Kanye West & Jay-Z Beef

Most recently, Kanye West seemed to show Jay-Z love for his Yankee Stadium performances, although it may have been for the art direction rather than anything related to Hov himself. Considering Jay had dissed Ye during his Roots Picnic freestyle, this shocked a lot of fans. But clearly, it didn’t lead to any significant reunion or reconciliation.

Speaking of Jay-Z shows, he just wrapped up night two of his London concerts, and he has a few more massive performances on the way. Some fans are now debating which Watch The Throne MC had the better shows. But many of those agree with Elliott Wilson in one way or another: they don’t expect The Throne to rule again.

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Judge In Lil Durk’s Trial Brings Up Ancient Murder To Advise Jury’s Process https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/1008724-judge-lil-durk-trial-ancient-murder-advise-jury-process Sat, 05 Sep 2026 20:59:16 +0000 https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/?p=1008724 Judge Michael Fitzgerald's brief history lesson relates to prosecutors' claims that Lil Durk approved of a hit on Quando Rondo.

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The Lil Durk trial will resume next week on Tuesday, September 8 with final instructions and closing arguments before heading into jury deliberation. Both the defense and the prosecution rested their cases, either denying or alleging that the Chicago rapper orchestrated or authorized a hit on Quando Rondo that took the life of Rondo’s cousin. Earlier this week, the judge in the case reportedly brought up one of England’s most infamous historical murders to indicate how jurors should proceed with their evaluation of evidence and witness testimonies.

According to an exclusive AllHipHop report from Grouchy Greg Watkins, United States District Judge Michael Fitzgerald gave this brief history lesson yesterday (Friday, September 4). He referenced the murder of Thomas Becket, the Archbishop of Canterbury, in 1170 at the hands of four knights. The knights allegedly misinterpreted King Henry II’s anger at Becket as an approval of attack, and the king denied ordering the murder. Historians reportedly still do not know what really happened.

However, Fitzgerald characterized the king’s defense as being happy with the murder despite having nothing to do with it. “Here in the United States, we donโ€™t have kings,” the judge reportedly remarked. “And just because [Lil Durk] is a celebrity, I donโ€™t think the jury is going to literally let him get away with murder.”

This historical event’s relation to the Chicago rapper’s case is due to prosecutors’ allegations that Durk authorized the hit, even if he may not have directly given the order. On the other hand, defense attorneys argue the true culprits acted independently, and thus, their client is not responsible.

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How Long Has Lil Durk Been In Jail?

Lil Durk
May 2, 2022; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago rapper Lil Durk throws out a ceremonial first pitch before a baseball game between the Chicago White Sox and the Los Angeles Angels at Guaranteed Rate Field. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-USA TODAY Sports via Reuters Connect

To be clear, Judge Fitzgerald did not “pick a side” via his historical comparison. Rather, he illustrated to the jury how they must evaluate both claims and determine whether prosecutors proved Lil Durk’s involvement beyond reasonable doubt. He argued Durk would be innocent if OTF Vonnie organized a hit under false pretenses of his approval. But Judge Fitzgerald suggested jurors’ identification of proof of Durk’s “tacit support” would validate prosecutors’ claims despite him not necessarily giving the direct order.

Prosecutors reportedly plan to show how Durk is connected to a $1 million reward for the hit. One example they reportedly pointed to was witness testimony from OTF Jam, in which he claimed Durk would “make anybody straight” if they were to murder Quando Rondo. Flacka also claimed on the stand that Dede offered payment and named Durk as a willing buyer, and that Durk sent him to Boonie Moe when he asked for payment.

On the other hand, Lil Durk’s attorney Christy O’Connor argued against prosecutors’ claims. “My concern is the difference between knowing other people are offering bounties, maybe even in your name, that arenโ€™t true, and intending yourself,” she reportedly expressed. Witness testimony for the defense also argued against witnesses for the prosecution.

Durk has pleaded not guilty to the charges against him. He’s been in prison since October of 2024.

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Future Finally Drops His Classic Mixtapes On Streaming Services https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/1008720-future-drops-classic-mixtapes-streaming-services Sat, 05 Sep 2026 20:30:25 +0000 https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/?p=1008720 Future fans can finally enjoy "Dirty Sprite," "True Story," "Streetz Calling," "Kno Mercy," and "1000" on streaming services.

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Future is one of our living legends at this point, with a catalog that most artists today can’t touch. But some hardcore fans weren’t very fond of his latest album The Real Me, which came out earlier this year. If you are one of those Pluto fans, don’t fret. At least you can now enjoy his first mixtapes on streaming services.

The Atlanta rapper surprised and overjoyed his die-hards by releasing some of his 2010 and 2011 projects on digital streaming platforms like Spotify. It’s the first time they’ve appeared on these platforms, and it’s a great opportunity for longtime listeners to reminisce and for newer ones to find out what they’ve been missing.

More specifically, these mixtapes are the iconic Dirty Sprite from 2011, which followed 2010’s 1000 and Kno Mercy. Those are now on streaming services as well, along with 2011’s True Story and Streetz Calling.

While this is very exciting, collectors and “completionists” will note this doesn’t fill out all of Hendrix’s vast catalog on streaming services. For example, we’re still waiting on Free Bricks with Gucci Mane and FDU & Freebandz: Reloaded with Stuey Rock. But when it comes to solo work, pretty much all the bases are now covered.

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Is Future Dropping Another Album?

What’s more is that Future might have more music on the way after these mixtape drops on streaming and the release of The Real Me. He teased another project just a few weeks after dropping his latest LP, although he didn’t give fans a release timeline for it. It was also a very vague tease, so it’s probably more of a general “I’m still working” declaration rather than any rollout preparations or anything like that.

Still, Future remains in high demand despite The Real Me disappointing some fans. After all, folks still went wild for him when he popped out at Ye’s recent Chicago homecoming show. So maybe the mix of the old and the new is what will sustain an even bigger 2026 than what fans originally expected.

In fact, that mix of old and new has been something Future has always dominated in his artistry. So if you haven’t checked out the original Dirty Sprite and the other mixtapes, take this as your sign to dive in.

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KickAss (Pull Up Pls) โ€“ Song by Che & Nettspend https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/1008716-kickass-pull-up-pls-che-nettspend Sat, 05 Sep 2026 19:45:18 +0000 https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/?p=1008716 "KickAss (Pull Up Pls)" sees Che and Nettspend prove why they are two of the most explosive, albeit polarizing, rappers today.

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Che and Nettspend are two big names in the rage-adjacent hip-hop space these days, and they have finally linked up on the explosive and blown-out new single, “KickAss (Pull Up Pls).” The kicks here are blistering, and buzzy synths bubble beneath heavy bass and some wild vocal deliveries from both artists. Che takes on a particularly dark and deep growl in his verse, which has been one of the most engaging parts of his artistry in comparison to his peers. On the other hand, Nettspend employs a more nasal approach, and the contrast is compelling. Most importantly, they leave plenty of room for cheeky lines, adding more dimensions to this already hard-hitting cut.

Release Date: September 4, 2026

Genre: Hip-Hop

Album: N/A

Quotable Lyrics from KickAss (Pull Up Pls)

My h*e, she bad and she tatted, like when she act like a diva,
We just gon’ chop ’em in pieces, cut that boy up like a pizza,
We takin’ these Addy’s, I’m geekin’, I’m off a drug every week,
I got these thotties on they knees, I really don’t want no more needles

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Keefe D Addresses Tupac’s Family & Diddy In First Interview Since Conviction https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/1008712-keefe-d-tupac-family-diddy-first-interview-since-conviction Sat, 05 Sep 2026 19:33:23 +0000 https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/?p=1008712 A jury found Duane "Keefe D" Davis guilty of the murder of Tupac, which had also been subject to conspiracy theories involving Diddy.

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Duane “Keefe D” Davis spent a lot of time over the last decades claiming he was responsible for the murder of Tupac Shakur (despite not pulling the trigger). But when authorities actually charged him and later convicted him of the murder this week, he maintained this was all fabricated for profit purposes and to get out of . In Davis’ first interview since a jury found him guilty, he addressed the Shakur family and also spoke on conspiracy theories surrounding Diddy, Suge Knight, and more.

Keefe D told The Hollywood Reporter he’s innocent and expressed his belief that he will get out on an appeal, which he claims he and his team filed for before the trial even started. He also reportedly claimed he wasn’t in Las Vegas on that fateful 1996 night, and there’s no official evidence confirming or denying this. Davis also said he didn’t take the stand because his lawyer told him it might hurt his appeal chances.

In addition, he had words for Tupac’s family, who watched the trial closely. “I didnโ€™t like the way they was looking at me โ€“ like they was ready to beat me up,” Davis remarked. “And I didnโ€™t like the way the prosecutors kept bringing them in the back room where the jury was. That felt biased to me.”

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When Will Keefe D Be Sentenced?

He claimed witnesses like Reggie Wright Jr. lied about him on the stand, later claiming he went to a bar by UCLA the night of ‘Pac’s murder and went home the next morning. Then, Keefe D claimed he tried to get Diddy to pay his legal fees, as well as Dr. Dre. But he said he couldn’t reach either mogul.

Davis also told Suge Knight to “tell the truth,” claiming Suge knows Keefe wasn’t in the car the night of the murder. As for Sean Combs, Keefe D asked Diddy for help and claimed he never said he wanted a million-dollar hit out on Suge and Tupac, as some conspiracy theories have suggested.

He also alleged he lied about his role in Tupac’s murder to not trap Puff or Zip, and to avoid authorities taking his children away over drug-related charges. Davis accused many folks in the trial of lying about him, saying he’s a “good man” and “not no f***ing killer.” He denied being a “shot-caller” at the time of the murder, denied writing the Compton Street Legend, and accused Suge Knight of having connections with the police.

Finally, Davis maintained his innocence and his faith in the appeal process. Judge Carli Kierny will reportedly sentence Keefe D on October 13.

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Travis Scott Celebrates Ye & Kid Cudi Reunion While Fans Ask About Pusha T https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/1008707-travis-scott-ye-kid-cudi-reunion-pusha-t Sat, 05 Sep 2026 19:05:03 +0000 https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/?p=1008707 Amid Kanye West mending bridges with Kid Cudi, Big Sean, Travis Scott, and more, many fans are debating about Pusha T's beef with Ye.

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Kanye West brought out some of his most iconic collaborators during his Chicago homecoming shows this weekend, and it’s led to a lot of reflection on his many feuds, hatchet burials, and back-and-forth dynamics. Travis Scott was among the guests who had already mended their bond with Ye before last night’s (Friday, September 4) concert, whereas Kid Cudi was among the guests who fans were surprised to see squash their beef. But amid La Flame and many others celebrating Kid Cudi’s reunion with Ye, there is one lingering question for longtime G.O.O.D. Music fans. What’s going on with Pusha T?

For those unaware, the Clipse MC has been very critical of Ye in recent years, and vice versa. Their relationship broke down not only because of the Chicago artist’s bigotries, but also due to differing values, business mindsets, loyalties, and industry dynamics.

This adds another layer to Travis celebrating Kanye’s reunions, particularly with his THE SCOTTS partner, Cudi. As caught by Complex Music, the Houston star took to his Instagram Story to praise the two, and Kurrco caught a clip of Scott singing along to “Pursuit Of Happiness” while the KIDS SEE GHOSTS duo was onstage.

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Kanye West’s Beefs

The reason why this is an interesting layer is because of Travis Scott’s recent beef with Pusha T. Ye admitted he missed his friendship with Pusha last year. But maybe he chose to focus on other friendships instead of rekindling that one.

Also, it’s curious to see Kanye West squash beef with Big Sean, another G.O.O.D. Music alum whom the Yeezy mogul had previously disrespected. Whether or not fans think these special guests were in it for the money, don’t care about Ye’s previous bigotries, or genuinely reached an understanding with him depends on which fan you’re talking to. Plenty of them took to Twitter with wild reactions and takes.

Fans React

The Ye concert also saw other beefs squash, such as Cudi and Lupe Fiasco reuniting a few years after publicly ending their feud. We will see if one day, Pusha and Kanye end up doing the same. Right now, though, it seems very unlikely.

After all, Kanye West has also gone at past friends and collaborators like Playboi Carti, Jay-Z, Kendrick Lamar, Drake, Tyler, The Creator, and more in recent years. More often than not, these seem to be back-and-forth disagreements that many see a resolution in the future. But with the Chicago shows in context, it seems clear that not every burned bridge will heal, regardless of Kanye’s redemption arc, success, or apologies.

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Bradford Cohen Predicts If Lil Durk’s Charges Will Stick https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/1008702-bradford-cohen-predicts-lil-durk-charges Sat, 05 Sep 2026 16:57:59 +0000 https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/?p=1008702 Bradford Cohen, who has represented many rappers in high-profile cases, spoke to DJ Akademiks about Lil Durk's murder-for-hire case.

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The Lil Durk murder-for-hire trial is the root of hip-hop’s most divisive and discussed debates right now, with everyone from fellow artists to legal experts chiming in. During a recent stream with DJ Akadmiks, defense attorney Bradford Cohen spoke about the case and gave his predictions about the charges and a potential verdict.

Bradford Cohen is a name many folks will recognize, as he’s represented hip-hop superstars in various high-profile cases. As caught by DJ Akademiks TV on Instagram, he believes the jury in the Chicago rapper’s case will not give him the maximum life sentence if they find him to be guilty.

Ak asked Cohen for his perspective on the different charges (not all of which carry a mandatory life sentence) and potential outcomes. For those unaware, the specific charges against Smurk are the following: conspiracy to commit stalking; stalking resulting in death; conspiracy and use of interstate facilities to commit murder-for-hire resulting in death; and possession, use, carrying, and discharging of firearms and machine gun in furtherance of, during, and in relation to a violent crime.

“In Durk’s situation, I think it’s tough for a jury to come back on a lesser [charge], aggravated stalking, and not come back on the rest,” Bradford Cohen remarked. “You’re really relying on them either believing or not believing the cooperators… So if they don’t believe the cooperators, I think it’s a clean sweep [of not guilty].

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When Is Lil Durk’s Next Court Hearing?

“If they believe the cooperators, I think it’s hard to say, ‘I believe him on the aggravated stalking, but I don’t believe him on the murder-for-hire.’ I’m not saying it’s impossible,” Cohen continued. “I’m saying there could be people on the jury that are just like, ‘This guy’s full of s**t. Let’s just get him on this one charge.’ There’s also a lot of times in a jury, they’re trying to get out of there. They’re saying, ‘I don’t want this guy just to walk clean. So let’s tag him on this. I agree, maybe they didn’t show enough for murder-for-hire. Let’s just get him on the aggravated stalking and call it a day.’

“But if they’re going to get him on the aggravated stalking, and they believed the cooperators, it’s hard to see that they walk him on the rest,” the defense attorney conclude. “But it can happen. It could be that they split the baby. It’s a tough one on this one. I think it’s kind of all or nothing, in my opinion. I could be wrong… Those first two [witnesses for the prosecution] really did not come off well… There were a lot of problems with [OTF Vonnie’s] jail calls… Saying ‘I’m going to be on my A-game, I’m going to spin the judge.'”

Bradford Cohen’s commented on the Lil Durk case before. His perspective actually put him at odds with folks like 6ix9ine who accused Durk of snitching. We’ll see how closing arguments and jury deliberation goes next week.

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