During a recent performance in Sydney, Drake’s reaction to a DeMar DeRozan jersey revealed lingering tensions between the rapper and the NBA star.
Drake, currently touring in Australia, had a moment that drew significant attention during his concert in Sydney. While on stage, a fan threw a jersey his way. At first, Drake seemed delighted, but when he identified the jersey as DeRozan’s, he tossed it back with visible disdain. This gesture, coupled with his expression, spoke volumes about unresolved feelings.
The roots of this tension trace back to last year’s controversy. Formerly close, Drake and DeRozan’s relationship took a hit when DeRozan aligned with Kendrick Lamar. The basketball player featured in Lamar’s ‘Not Like Us’ video and joined him at a concert, which reportedly ruffled Drake’s feathers.
DeRozan, while admitting affection for both artists, explained his actions by emphasizing his loyalty to his hometown of Compton. In an interview, DeRozan said, “At the end of the day, I’m from Compton. My city, where I’m from, where I was born, where my family still lives, that comes first before anything.” His love for Toronto, which he considers a second home, didn’t sway his decision.
Drake hasn’t shied away from expressing his feelings either. During DeRozan’s return to Canada with the Sacramento Kings, Drake was seen intently watching the game from his courtside seat. Reporters captured his thoughts after the game, where he remarked, “If you ever put up a DeRozan banner, I’ll go up there and pull it down myself.”
DeRozan’s retort was just as spirited. He humorously noted the challenge Drake would face climbing to take down such a banner. Adding a touch of humor to the ongoing drama, DeRozan was quick to share a light-hearted video on Instagram, featuring a popular scene from the movie ‘Friday’. It showcased a character acting tough only when the threat wasn’t facing him, perhaps alluding to Drake.
This public spat has fans buzzing, and their exchanges on social media add further spice to the narrative. Drake’s dramatic return of the jersey on stage is yet another chapter in their unfolding saga.
The stage may be Drake’s domain, but his recent gesture shows that his feelings towards DeRozan remain unchanged. As fans watch and speculate, the tension between these two remains a hot topic, keeping everyone guessing what will happen next.
