Photo Credit: USA Basketball/Alex Shigio
In a recent exhibition game leading up to the 2024 Paris Olympics, Team USA basketball secured a decisive victory over Team Canada, winning 86-72. The game, held at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, was a showcase of skill and strategy, but it was the post-game celebration that truly stole the spotlight.
After the final buzzer, Team USA celebrated their win with Kendrick Lamar’s track “Not Like Us” blaring through the arena’s speakers. This choice of song was particularly notable given the ongoing rivalry between Kendrick Lamar and Canadian rapper Drake.
USA Basketball celebrates exhibition win over Canada with “Not Like Us” playing on the Jumbotron! pic.twitter.com/avIQ9j8NFy
— Ben Golliver (@BenGolliver) July 11, 2024
Drake, a huge basketball fan and proud Canadian, has often been seen supporting his national teams. However, this time, the celebration seemed to add salt to the wound. The diss track’s play during the celebration was seen by many as a playful jab not only at Drake, but also the Canadian team.
