Images of Tyson appear across both the lateral and medial sides of the shoe. The artwork pulls from his Judgement Day win over Trevor Berbick in 1986. That fight made the 20-year-old Tyson the youngest heavyweight champion in boxing history.

The rest of the design stays fairly understated outside the Tyson graphics. Plush leather covers a near triple black upper throughout the shoe.

Supreme and Martine Rose branding shows up on the heel. Gold detailing on the Nike tongue tag adds a championship-style finish. Nike, Supreme, and Martine Rose logos all appear printed on the insoles.

This release also marks a notable shift for Supreme. It’s the first time Supreme has worked on the standard Dunk rather than the Nike SB Dunk. That silhouette has carried much of Supreme’s Dunk legacy for decades now.

A sample tag on the early pair suggests final details could still change. The shoe is expected to release sometime later in 2026.

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Supreme x Martine Rose x Nike Dunk Low “Mike Tyson”

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Martine Rose has built a reputation for turning familiar Nike shapes into bolder fashion statements. Her past Nike work leaned experimental rather than wearable.

Recent projects included warped Air Monarch redesigns and unconventional Shox MR4 builds. This Dunk Low takes a different approach entirely. Rather than reshaping the silhouette, Rose focuses more on storytelling and material choices.

That makes it one of her more accessible Nike collaborations so far. Meanwhile, Supreme brings its own long history to the project. For nearly 25 years, Supreme’s most celebrated Dunk work came through Nike SB specifically.

Stepping onto the standard Dunk changes that pattern slightly. Together, the three names create something that leans on history rather than flashy colors or busy graphics.

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One pair used a home-themed white, orange, and blue combination. The other featured a black base with blue overlays and orange branding. Both pairs were made in patent leather, with blue star branding running across the white version.

Chalamet wore the white colorway courtside during the game itself. Kevin Le, BAPE’s brand partnerships manager, confirmed the shoes afterward. He clarified the sneakers were not an aftermarket customization job. Instead, BAPE made both pairs exclusively for Chalamet himself.

The sneakers skip official Knicks branding entirely, relying on color alone. Bape Sta details like the ape head heel stamp and star logo remain intact. The colors alone carry the New York connection throughout both pairs.

Neither colorway is expected to get a public release. Both will likely stay exclusive to Chalamet going forward. He wasn’t the only celebrity with custom sneakers that night, since Spike Lee wore custom Air Jordan 3s too. Chalamet has been a visible Knicks fan throughout the playoffs.

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Timothee Chalamet BAPE STA “Knicks”

Chalamet has remained a familiar face at Madison Square Garden’s celebrity row. For the championship, he switched things up.

He chose the sportier Bape Sta sneakers instead of his usual courtside footwear. The away colorway leans darker than the home version. It uses a black base with blue overlays and orange accent details.

Meanwhile, the home pair stays closer to traditional Knicks colors. It mixes white, orange, and blue across the patent leather build. Furthermore, brand partnerships manager Kevin Le shared both colorways publicly days after the win.

Since BAPE built these as personal gifts, fans likely won’t see them again. The moment still stands out among the night’s other custom sneaker tributes.

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The story goes back to March 8th, 1998, when Jordan played his final game at MSG as a Bull. He wore the original Chicago Air Jordan 1 High for that game. Jordan finished with 42 points despite playing through bloody feet that night. That moment later became part of the “Last Dance” documentary covering the Bulls’ 1998 season.

This new pair keeps the classic Chicago color blocking but swaps the usual red leather for woven textile overlays with floral graphics. Metallic gold outlines the Nike Swoosh logos throughout the shoe. Knicks blue and orange show up on the lace loop below the Nike Air branding. The original Air Jordan Wings logo gets stitched into the heels in metallic gold.

Knicks fan Fat Joe will debut the shoe and gave it the nickname. The release is currently scheduled for September 26th through SNKRS and select Jordan Brand retailers. It will be available in full-family sizing from adults down to toddlers.

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Air Jordan 1 Low “Last Dance In The Garden”

This pair channels that full circle moment through a more elevated lens. It pairs heritage color cues with premium materials throughout. The build includes woven textile, full-grain leather, and gold accents across the Swoosh trim and eyelets.

Despite the upgraded materials, the shoe stays close to its roots. The sneaker keeps its traditional Air Jordan 1 Low OG shape and tooling, including encapsulated Air cushioning underfoot.

The design aims to capture legacy already secured, rather than the start of a new story. Jordan Brand’s own description keeps things understated, noting that the colors nod to greatness without shouting. Every detail on the shoe ties back to that idea. From the floral overlays to the gold stitching, nothing feels accidental or rushed.

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Later, Apple Music shared a “cheat sheet” playlist, stating that the two groups would be delivering 20 of their greatest hits for the “You Got Served generation.” They added, “This one pits the stars of that very movie, B2K, against Pretty Ricky, another boy band that helped make hip-hop and R&B stardom feel that much more approachable to young fans across the globe.”

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This Verzuz Will Reportedly Have A Familiar Host

Last month, we watched Rick Ross and French Montana go head-to-head, and the overwhelming response was that the latter took the crown. There wasn’t a host during that Verzuz, but Bow Wow suggested he would facilitate this round, calling himself “Dana White” in a social media post. If you remember, Bow was featured on Verzuz back in 2021 when he shared the stage with Soulja Boy. Moreover, Bow Wow, B2K, and Pretty Ricky have hit the road together on The Millennium Tour, a huge success that brought nostalgia to fans across the U.S.

Check out Apple Music’s list below and let us know if you’re rooting for B2K or Pretty Ricky. This Verzuz is reportedly set for June 25 at 6:30 PT.

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“So watch a Smack battle. They’re much better at it,” he stated. “King of the Dot. You have the UW League in New Jersey. So many battle leagues. Go watch some Charlie Clips. I don’t wanna see people demean one another for no reason when they can have a phone conversation. Especially when they’re actually successful musicians. There is Battle Rap.” He added, “All that other sh*t they can get the f*ck out of here. That shit is corny as f*ck.”

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Vince Staples Stands With The Culture Over Beef

In a newly released interview with Complex, Staples said he still feels the same way.

His previous comments were shared before Kendrick Lamar and Drake went toe-to-toe. Still, Staples was clear that his thoughts on the topic haven’t changed. “I’mma always feel the same way about Black people fighting over nothing,” he said. “But everybody love a mudslinging contest. So, I stay out of it. Entertainment is entertainment. So, if everybody’s entertained, it’s all good.”

Check out the clip below and let us know if you agree with Vince’s take.

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Megan’s legal team argued that the blogger’s content contributed to a sustained effort to intimidate and publicly shame the Grammy-winning artist following Lanez’s conviction. Milagro has denied wrongdoing and has challenged several of the allegations made against her.

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Megan Contests Milagro’s Legal Requests

This week, headlines suggested that the $75,000 judgment against Milagro had been reduced, but court reporter Meghann Cuniff refuted those claims. The journalist uploaded a series of documents to X, stating that Gramz still owes Megan the $75,000, adding, “She wants a judge to let her hold off on paying until after she appeals the defamation judgment.”

In response, Megan’s legal team argued that Milagro should “at least have to pay a bond equal to the judgment,” Cuniff added. Further, they stated that Gramz should not be granted grace because of her attacks on the rapper. “The same Defendant who showed no hesitation when she broadcast that Plaintiff was a liar, directed her audience to a deep-fake pornographic video of Plaintiff, and threatened to run Plaintiff over with a car, now pleads for the Court’s solicitude so that she may avoid the consequences of a jury’s verdict and this Court’s judgment,” the document reads.

Gramz told the court that she doesn’t have the funds to pay the judgment, citing her role as the mother of two children. See Meghann Cuniff’s update below.

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The video quickly went viral, and in it, viewers can see that Teyana kept her cool as security outwardly refused to let her pass. Others stepped in to help her out, but the guard wasn’t compromising her job, even for the Golden Globe winner. After days of the public weighing in on the incident, Taylor resurfaced to give her side of the story.

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Teyana Clarifies The Situation

The singer addressed the controversy in a comment on Instagram. “A few things here I was minding my business on FaceTime then I start walking towards the proper entrance and was actually stopped by the first young lady you see talking to me,” Teyana wrote. “Thennnnn KAT’s dad and a few others told me to come in right there where they seen me. Then the other lady came over. I think she was just a little overwhelmed, lol. It was a lot happening. She was def over doing her job but at least she was doing it!”

She added that “EVERYBODY had a hard time getting onto the court at some point.” Teyana didn’t want to “rush or trample” her way in, so she simply remained patient. “Trust me, I had everything I needed to have. I simply had to walk down to the proper entry. I was perfectly fine and on the court less than about 60 seconds after this was recorded. I had an absolute blast!”

Check out the clip and her response below.

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This year, the BET Awards are going to take place on Sunday, June 28, from the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles, California. It is going to be a phenomenal celebration of black culture, and there are going to be some superstars in attendance.

Something that makes the BET Awards stand out is the performances. Some of the biggest artists in the hip-hop world pop out for the event, and that will certainly be the case this time around as well.

The performers were announced today, and artists like Cardi B, Don Toliver, Jill Scott, Kehlani, Common, and more will be taking the stage.

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BET Awards 2026

The Full List Of Performers:

• Cardi B
• Common
• Doechii
• Don Toliver
• Jill Scott
• Tems
• Kehlani
• KWN
• French Montana and Max B
• Queen Latifah
• Rick Ross
• T.I
• The War and Treaty

If one thing is for certain, it is that the BET Awards got the balance right when it comes to both legacy acts and contemporary artists. This is going to make for a diverse show that the fans are going to want to tap into.

There will be numerous reasons to watch this year. Just looking at this list, there really is a little something for everyone, and we’re excited.

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On Wednesday, the artist took to social media, where he revealed what he has been doing as of late. It is here that Lil Nas X revealed he has been in rehab and therapy. Furthermore, the artist was diagnosed with Bipolar disorder.

“First, where I’ve been: I’ve been in rehab for a few months, and since then I’ve been back at home, whether it’s in Atlanta with my family or Los Angeles with my friends … trying to ground myself down to earth and get out of my head,” Lil Nas X said, according to Billboard.

“I have a therapist now and a psychiatrist, which has been really helpful,” he continued. “When I got my bipolar disorder diagnosis, I feel like I had known for the past few years, but I didn’t want to admit to it, ’cause I didn’t want to have to take medication and … I don’t know, have people think different of me. I mean, I’m already Black and gay. Like, ‘Damn, God. Come on.’ Black, gay, bipolar — I’m living life on extreme hard mode.”

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Lil Nas X Speaks

On the subject of new music, Lil Nas X did acknowledge that something is on the way. However, the artist isn’t ready to completely delve into it just yet.

“I’m not getting completely to that just yet, but I’m excited to do that, and I’m excited to go on this journey with you guys, this next chapter. S–t. We’ve been through so much together,” he said. “Thank you, guys, for holding it down. I love you, and all I want to do is continue to try to make you proud.”

Either way, these admissions are incredibly brave, and you can’t help but wish Lil Nas X the best as he embarks on his mental health journey.

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In a new report from Puck News, it was revealed that Drake’s people are in talks to sell 50 percent of the OVO brand. This share of the company would be going to Authentic Brands Group, which is one of the biggest licensors on the planet.

Authentic Brands Group works with the likes of Champion, Sports Illustrated, and even Reebok. Furthermore, they have the rights to the likenesses of Shaq, Marilyn Monroe, Elvis, and Muhammad Ali. Needless to say, this is a company that can take OVO to the next level when it comes to collaborations and other forms of licensing.

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Drake’s OVO Continues To Thrive

At this time, it is unknown how much the deal would cost ABG. One would have to assume that the OVO brand is worth hundreds of millions of dollars at this point. Meanwhile, it is also unclear what stage both sides are at in terms of the negotiations.

The deal could get done tomorrow, or it could fall through. At this time, both sides are just talking. Regardless, this is a huge deal for Drake when you consider that a deal like this could do wonders for both OVO and his personal wealth.

Ultimately, we are interested in seeing how all of this develops. OVO is already killing it when it comes to licenses and collaborations. However, these negotiations prove the company believes it could be doing more.

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