LiAngelo Ball took center stage at the NBA All-Star Weekend, but not for his basketball prowess.
Serving as the musical performer during the weekend, Ball debuted his song “Tweaker” to a mixed crowd. However, the crowd’s reaction was not what he might have hoped for. The performance quickly became the subject of widespread criticism on social media.
Fans on the platform X, formerly known as Twitter, were not shy about voicing their opinions. One user bluntly stated, “Let me know when we’re ready to be honest about how ass this LiAngelo Ball song is.”
Others expressed disbelief over Ball being the only member of the Ball family at the event, with remarks such as: “liangelo being the only ball brother at all star weekend is really crazy bro lol.”
There were also comparisons made to other high-profile performances, with users joking about the NFL securing Kendrick Lamar for the Super Bowl Halftime Show while the NBA featured Ball. One unimpressed fan wrote, “Wait a minute. Liangelo Ball is a rapper performing at the NBA All Star game right now. This is pathetic What in the f*ck is the @NBA doing. Get this bum outta here.”
Despite the backlash, Ball’s song “Tweaker” has experienced commercial success, landing him a significant record deal with Def Jam valued at $13 million. This deal showcases his musical ambition alongside his brothers, Lonzo and LaMelo, who are active NBA players.
Adding to the spectacle, Ball released a music video featuring his brothers and even collaborated with Lil Wayne for a remix. Ball expressed his excitement, stating, “The legend, the GOAT. You know I had to, that’s like hooping with Jordan,” when talking about working with Lil Wayne.
But back to the NBA All-Star Weekend, it wasn’t all about musical performances. The event featured the skills challenge, a 3-point contest won by Tyler Herro, and a dunk contest dominated by Mac McClung. The main game was set to follow with top talent from the league competing.
LiAngelo Ball’s foray into music at the NBA All-Star Weekend may not have hit the right note with everyone, but it highlights his versatility beyond basketball. Regardless of social media reactions, he’s making moves in the music industry that are gaining attention.
