The twists and turns of this case are ongoing, and now, the New York Post reports that audio tapes of Davis allegedly bragging about the murder may be entered as evidence in his trial. According to the outlet, the calls reveal that Keefe D reportedly talked about his connection to Tupac’s murder while in jail.

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The Trial Date Is Looming

On August 10, Davis’s trial is scheduled to launch in Las Vegas. Prosecutors are reportedly seeking to enter these controversial jailhouse calls as admissions into evidence. The NYP‘s source also claims that Keefe believed it was his “First Amendment right” to speak about the slain rapper. Over the years, Davis has done several interviews speaking about Tupac’s death and the circumstances surrounding the crime. However, he now reportedly says that those conversations were for “fame and fortune,” and weren’t legitimate. Davis has pleaded not guilty to the charges against him.

Davis’ lawyer, Michael Sanft, said, “Here’s the thing at the end of the day, when the state of Nevada has to rely on that kind of information to prove their case beyond reasonable doubt, they’ve got a huge problem,” Sanft said. “And I’ve seen the state before, they’ll listen to the phone calls, but it’s sort of like, ‘Nah, we don’t care. We don’t need them.'”

“Do I agree with him writing the book and doing all these interviews? No,” he said. “Keefe knows that I’m in his corner, and I have a personal pride issue here because I want to win this case too, and I want to do the best job for Keefe that I can,” Snaft added. A pretrial hearing is scheduled for June 30.

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From Walt Frazier becoming the first modern NBA player with a signature shoe in 1973 to Jalen Brunson leading the Knicks to the NBA Finals in 2026, this franchise has been at the center of sneaker culture for over 50+ years.

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10. Jalen Brunson Leads Knicks To NBA Finals In Nike Kobe 6 Protros

The New York Knicks are going to the NBA Finals for the first time since 1999. Jalen Brunson made it happen, and he did it wearing Nike Kobe 6 Protros throughout the 2026 playoff run.

Brunson has been one of the most visible Kobe 6 wearers in the league for the past two seasons. The shoe fits his game and his market. Playing at Madison Square Garden regularly, he turned the Kobe 6 into a New York story.

The teal colorway visible in the clinching game against Cleveland is a sharp contrast to the Knicks uniforms. This is the newest chapter in Knicks sneaker history, and it is still being written.

9. Carmelo Anthony’s Knicks Debut In Air Jordan Melo M7 Advance

The Carmelo Anthony trade to New York was one of the most anticipated moves in Knicks history. When he finally arrived in February 2011, the city was ready.

Melo stepped onto the MSG floor wearing the Melo M7 Advance in a Knicks home colorway. White leather upper, royal blue heel and midsole, orange laces, and outsole pods.

The Jumpman logo on the midfoot in orange tied everything together cleanly. For Knicks fans, seeing a Jordan Brand signature athlete in team colors on that court meant something.

The shoe was already in his rotation before the trade. Wearing it in New York just made the whole thing feel official.

8. Patrick Ewing’s Game-Winner Over The Bulls In Adidas Attitude Hi

Christmas Day 1986 at Madison Square Garden. Patrick Ewing hit a buzzer-beater over a young Michael Jordan to give the Knicks the win. He did it wearing the Adidas Attitude Hi in full Knicks colors.

White leather upper with royal blue three stripes and a large orange heel panel that made the shoe immediately recognizable from the stands. The oversized padded collar was a signature detail of the era.

The Attitude Hi was part of the broader Adidas basketball push at a time when the brand was still competing directly with Nike on the court. Ewing in this shoe, in this building, beating Jordan on Christmas, is one of the cleanest snapshots of what Knicks basketball looked like in the late 1980s.

7. Reggie Miller Beats The Knicks In Nike Air Prevail

June 1st, 1994. Game 5 of the Eastern Conference Finals. Reggie Miller scored 8 points in 9 seconds to steal the game from New York at MSG. He then turned to Spike Lee courtside and made the choke sign directly at him.

Miller wore the Nike Air Prevail throughout that series. Black suede base with a white leather midfoot panel and an oversized black Swoosh cutting across the upper. It is a sharp early 90s performance shoe that most people forgot existed until this game made it infamous.

The shoe never got a retro. For Knicks fans, this game is still painful thirty years later, and the Nike Air Prevail is permanently attached to that pain.

6. Michael Jordan Drops 42 At MSG In The Air Jordan 1 “Chicago”

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March 8, 1998. Michael Jordan played his final game at Madison Square Garden as a member of the Chicago Bulls. He dropped 42 points. He wore the Air Jordan 1 “Chicago” that night, the same red, black, and white colorway that started everything back in 1985.

According to reports, the shoes were cutting into his feet and drawing blood by the end of the game. Jordan refused to take them off because he felt like he was in rhythm. That detail alone says everything about him.

Wearing the shoe that launched his legacy, in the building that defined his rivalry with New York, for the last time as a Bull. Overall, it doesn’t get more poetic than that.

5. Jordan Brand Creates The Spizike For Spike Lee

In 2006, Jordan Brand did something it had never done before. They gave a non-athlete their own signature shoe. The Jordan Spizike was built specifically to honor Spike Lee and his decades-long relationship with Michael Jordan and the brand.

The silhouette pulls design elements from the AJ3, AJ4, AJ5, AJ6, and AJ20, each one tied to a shoe Spike wore in commercials or courtside at MSG. The name combines Spike and Mike.

Jordan Brand made two Knicks-exclusive colorways for Lee personally, including this deep royal blue suede version with elephant print panels and orange lace lock detail. Spike still wears Spizikes courtside today. The shoe started as a tribute and became a permanent piece of New York sneaker identity.

4. Patrick Ewing Launches Ewing Athletics

Adidas cut Patrick Ewing’s pay during an injury stretch, telling him he was not the player they thought he would be. Ewing told them to buy him out, and then he started his own sneaker brand.

Ewing Athletics launched in 1989, making him the first NBA player to found his own footwear company. The 33 Hi became the brand’s signature shoe, named after his jersey number. The line earned $100 million in its first year.

Ewing did all of this while playing for the Knicks in New York, the biggest market in basketball. The image here shows the Ewing Athletics lineup from a 2015 revival event, featuring the Aloysius 33 High in multiple colorways.

3. Spike Lee Changes Sneaker Marketing

In the late 1980s, Spike Lee created a character named Mars Blackmon for his film She’s Gotta Have It. Nike put that character in a series of Air Jordan commercials alongside Michael Jordan.

The ads ran from 1988 through the early 1990s and changed how sneakers were sold forever. Mars Blackmon was obsessed with Jordan’s shoes. The line “It’s gotta be the shoes” became one of the most quoted phrases in advertising history.

Spike brought New York attitude and film culture into sneaker marketing at a time when nobody had done that before. Every celebrity sneaker campaign that exists today traces a direct line back to those commercials.

2. Michael Jordan Drops 55 At MSG In The Air Jordan 10

On March 28th, 1995, Michael Jordan was five games into his comeback from retirement. He came to Madison Square Garden and scored 55 points against the Knicks, wearing the Air Jordan 10.

The specific pair pictured here features the number 45 on the midfoot panel, the number Jordan wore during his return before switching back to 23. White leather base with black tumbled leather overlays and red hits on the outsole and number embroidery.

The AJ10 was already a clean shoe. Jordan wearing it for 55 points at the most famous arena in basketball made it a landmark. The “Double Nickel” game is one of the most referenced moments in his comeback story and this shoe was on his feet for all of it.

1. Walt Frazier Gets The First NBA Signature Shoe

Before Michael Jordan. Before LeBron James. Before any of it, Walt Frazier was the first modern NBA player to have his own signature sneaker. Puma approached him in 1973 and offered him $5,000 and all the shoes he wanted.

Frazier worked directly with Puma’s designers to build a lighter, more flexible shoe than anything on the market. The result was the Puma Clyde, a low-profile suede sneaker named after his nickname.

Until then, the only basketball shoe bearing a player’s name was the Converse Chuck Taylor from 1917. Frazier wore a different colorway for every single game. He won the 1973 NBA championship in them. Every NBA signature shoe that has ever existed starts here, in New York.

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In 2013, Gucci Mane was feeling the full effects of mental illness, which led to a now-infamous rant on social media. During this rant, the artist took shots at many of his peers, including Drake.

“Tell drake he a true male groupie. I don’t need u u 2 much a, sissy stop tryin b me,” Gucci Mane wrote at the time.

During the ABC interview, Gucci Mane revealed how he eventually apologized to Drake. In the end, Drizzy offered forgiveness, noting how everyone goes through difficult times.

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Gucci Mane Speaks To ABC

“I said some bullsh*t about Drake, text him some crazy stuff. But I was going through an episode, so I kind of had to hit him back and be like, ‘I’m sorry about that. I was going through something,’” Gucci explained. This led to Drake responding with, “Man, you know we going to get past that. Brothers go through stuff.”

Following a three-year stint at the Terre Haute Penitentiary, Gucci Mane came out a changed man. He took his mental and physical health seriously, which led to a major transformation. It is a transformation that was well-documented, and to this day, fans are still amazed at how much the artist changed.

Gucci Mane’s advocacy for mental health can go a long way in letting people know that they aren’t alone. The stigma of mental illness has been chipped away over the past decade or so, and that is a huge positive for all of us, moving forward.

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Perhaps one of the most unique disses on the record was the one aimed at DJ Khaled on “Make Them Pay.” Drake noted that Khaled has not spoken up about Palestine, despite being the most prominent Palestinian in hip-hop today.

It was a diss that resonated with fans, and there has been some debate about whether or not it was truly warranted. For instance, on Joe & Jada, Fat Joe and Jadakiss had very different takes on Drake’s bars.

As you will see below, Fat Joe said that he didn’t like it. Meanwhile, Jade was a big fan of Drake taking some big swings.

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Fat Joe & Jadakiss Debate

As many of you already know, Fat Joe and DJ Khaled are good friends. Therefore, it is only natural that Joe would feel some type of way. He noted that Khaled doesn’t hurt anyone and that he should have been left alone.

For Jadakiss, this was an incredible moment because it showcases what hip-hop is about. The competition aspect plays a huge part in the culture, and with everyone coming after Drake, he had every right to shoot at whoever he wanted.

Going forward, we imagine Drake will still have some things to say. He is always good for a subliminal diss here and there, and we don’t see a scenario in which he lets that side of himself go.

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Since that time, it has been revealed that Pooh Shiesty will be going to trial as of July 6. As for his father, Williams Sr. has been attempting to get a release from federal custody.

According to WREG Channel 3 News, Williams Sr. has gotten his wish. He is now scheduled to be released from custody soon. However, that does not mean the case is over. He is still part of the prosecution and will have to sit tight as he awaits further instructions on the case.

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Pooh Shiesty’s Father To Be Released

These are the nine suspects involved in the case. Terrence Rodgers remains at large.

• Lontrell Williams Junior, also known as Pooh Shiesty
• Lontrell Williams Senior
• Rodney Wright Jr., also known as Big30
• Kedarius Waters
• Damarian Gipson
• Demarcus Glover
• Kordae Johnson
• Darrion McDaniel
• Terrence Rodgers

When rumors began circulating of an alleged Gucci Mane kidnapping, it was extremely difficult to believe. Adam22 and others were touting this rumor, which gave some feeling that it wasn’t entirely credible. However, the arrests ultimately lent credence to the rumor, and now, it has become a lot more than just hearsay.

For now, this will remain a case that the hip-hop world is looking closely at. Ultimately, fans are going to want to learn more about the truth and what really went down. This is a developing story, and we will continue to keep you informed.

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For instance, there were a few lines about island hopping, which came across as an Epstein Island reference. It should be noted that any connection between Jay and Epstein is simply an allegation and unconfirmed. That said, the legendary artist was named in a document, and Drake decided to take full advantage.

Some have wondered if Jay-Z would retaliate. After all, these kinds of bars are fighting words. While Jay has not released new music in quite some time, this could certainly be the moment for him to do.

On the Real Report, Uncle Murda made it clear that he believes Jay is going to clap back.

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Uncle Murda Has Faith in Jay-Z

Uncle Murda notes that Drake’s swings on the album aren’t light. Serious topics were brought up, and they are very much worth responding to. Meanwhile, Murda also suggests that Jay-Z has always been competitive and that this would inspire him to respond. All of this is true, but it is still unclear whether or not Jay is even in the mood to rap these days.

The last time we got a Jay-Z album was all the way back in 2017 with 4:44. In a recent interview, Jay said he had made some music, but his headspace put him in a dark place, and he opted to scrap what he had in the works.

With that being said, it could be a long time before Jay offers up his response. Regardless, hip-hop fans will be patiently waiting.

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According to court documents, the market gave D4vd extremely low odds of landing the top spot at the time the bet was placed. Prosecutors believe Spagnuolo already knew the outcome because of his access to sensitive Google analytics and marketing materials through internal company systems. Authorities say the alleged operation generated more than $1 million in profits. Between October and December 2025, Spagnuolo reportedly placed millions of dollars in bets connected to Google search trends and public figures.

Spagnuolo was arrested in New York this week despite being an Italian citizen living in Switzerland. He has since appeared in federal court and was later released on a $2.25 million bond while the investigation continues.

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Google Engineer Allegedly Used Internal Data To Bet On D4vd

Investigators claim Spagnuolo used several cryptocurrency accounts to place wagers under the alias “AlphaRaccoon.” Federal agents reportedly linked the accounts together using identification records tied to one wallet allegedly opened with an Italian ID card.

Google confirmed the employee has been placed on leave and stated it is cooperating with authorities. The company said the internal tools involved were available to employees, but using confidential information for financial gain violates corporate policy. 

D4vd is currently facing charges of first-degree murder, sexual abuse of a child, and mutilation of human remains related to the murder of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas. 

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Prior to his arrest, Deen had been streaming with former professional boxer Adrien Broner. These streams were gaining notoriety for all of the wrong reasons, as Broner had been spotted making women uncomfortable.

Regardless, in many respects, DeenTheGreat was Broner’s pathway into the streaming world. With Deen incarcerated, Broner would have to navigate the space by himself. Needless to say, it did not take long for Broner to bail Deen out of jail.

On Wednesday night, Broner went live from outside the jail, and he even brought Celina Powell along for the ride. Powell has been a fixture of their streams, so it only made sense for her to tag along.

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DeenTheGreat Greets Celina Powell

In the video above, courtesy of TMZ, DeenTheGreat can be spotted hugging Powell. It was a warm embrace and an example of how the two have become well-acquainted throughout their streaming endeavors.

With that being said, it is unclear how this latest arrest is going to impact DeenTheGreat and his ability to stream. It feels as though he has been streaming daily since his rise to fame. Having said that, there is a very good chance that the fans will get to see him on stream tonight.

If he does go live, then there will likely be a few more viewers than usual, as they look for clarity on this situation. As for Broner, streaming seems to be his new career, and he is showing no signs of looking elsewhere.

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Now, there’s no doubt Max is a legend, but whether he ranks among the top 50 rappers from New York City is subjective. And last week, he declared himself behind rappers like Jay-Z, Nas, and Biggie among NYC’s finest, a claim that sparked a lot of conversation online. But most recently, Max’s reaction to Complex’s Top 50 New York Rappers of all time went just as viral when it was revealed that he excluded him entirely.

“I don’t even see my name up there,” Max said as Jordan Rose went through the list. “Huh, now you know I’m putting my name on top. That’s crazy, you ain’t got the Don up there. You think all them n***as better than me?” Max continued. As the host rattled off names like Prodigy and Ghostface Killah, Max B left the interview abruptly. “I’m finished with this interview,” he declared.

Although everyone thought it was a joke at first, including French Montana, Max B walked out of the studio. “We run New York, n***a, don’t talk,” Max is heard saying in the distance before someone off-camera confirmed that Max actually left. 45 minutes later, Jordan revealed that French Montana was still trying to convince Max B to complete the remainder of the interview. 

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Why Didn’t Complex Include Max B In Their Top 50 New York Rappers List?

Eventually, French Montana came back to complete the interview when he defended Max B, saying that it was crazy for him not to be on the top 50 list. Jordan explained that the list included a lot of the OGs who built hip-hop, too. “The defense is he was gone for a long time, not to his fault, obviously,” Jordan said. Check the clip out above. 

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“What I said is she reminds me of a little white lesbian Aaliyah. I never compared her music to Aaliyah. And you don’t know Aaliyah. I did,” he said. “I never said anything about music. That’s such a racist and putting someone in a box kind of thing. I can say what the f*ck I want about Aaliyah. That was my girl. Y’all didn’t know Aaliyah like that. How the f*ck you going to tell me how to celebrate Aaliyah? Every person and every woman that’s around me, if I don’t see an element of Aaliyah, I don’t f*ck with her. So every single girl around me I’m going to compare to Aaliyah.”

Another point that seemingly rubbed Dame Dash the wrong way was how Jason Lee incorrectly stated that the Roc-A-Fella co-founder signed Nicky Licky. Dash explained that he doesn’t sign artists but instead forms partnerships with them. 

“I don’t own anybody. I never signed Jay-Z. So you don’t understand certain business verbiage and you’re judging, and that’s the devil talking. Because then it becomes not the truth and it becomes other people’s truth and it’s not real,” he said. Ultimately, Dame made it clear that he didn’t feel as though Jason Lee had any right to question his relationship with Aaliyah since he never knew her.

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Dame Dash Says He & Jay-Z Competed For Aaliyah

Elsewhere, Dash explained how “a lot of people were really in love with” Aaliyah. He also explained how he and Jay-Z were in competition with each other over her. He cited one specific party that Diddy hosted where he and Jay were “throwing in our bid.” While Dame explained that he was “on fire,” he added, “I didn’t know I was going to fall in love. I just wanted to smash.” Eventually, he managed to win Aaliyah over, which he said wasn’t necessarily well-received by Jay. Check out the full episode above. 

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