The N.B.A. washout LiAngelo Ball debuted his track “Tweaker” on a livestream. It’s proving to be much more than a novelty. By Jon Caramanica How will rap hits get made in 2025? Judging by the year’s ...

LiAngelo Ball has made a big switch from basketball to music, and according to him, it was an easy choice. Swerving and bending that corner has made him more than posting up and shooting. In a recent ...

Hip-hop and basketball have grown together, shaping each other’s style, sound, and swagger. From Allen Iverson’s streetwear influence to Damian Lillard’s respected rap career, the crossover runs deep.

LiAngelo Ball's musical talents have been the talk of the NBA this month, and the middle brother of basketball stars Lonzo and LaMelo Ball has reportedly parlayed that momentum and buzz into a major ...

The most prolific musician in this respect is the rapper Drake, who has referenced Allen Iverson and Kyrie Irving amongst others. In North America, basketball is more than just a sport: For many, it’s ...