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Bow Wow Recalls Scoring Zero Points in One-on-One Game Against Kobe Bryant: ‘He Smothered Me’
In a recent interview, rapper and actor Bow Wow opened up about his basketball past, sharing an embarrassing anecdote from his one-on-one game against NBA legend Kobe Bryant.
The 33-year-old artist recalled the incident, saying that he was completely dominated by the five-time NBA champion. “I had zero points,” Bow Wow admitted, laughing. “He smothered me.”
While it’s not uncommon for celebrities to share tales of their athletic exploits gone awry, Bow Wow’s confession is particularly notable given Bryant’s esteemed reputation on the court.
As a young actor, Bow Wow (real name Shad Moss) was known for his early success in TV shows like “Growing Up Espy” and films like “Like Mike.” He also tried his hand at rap, releasing his debut album “Doggy Bag” in 2005. However, it appears that any basketball aspirations were quickly squashed by the then-LA Lakers star.
The embarrassing encounter serves as a humbling reminder of Bow Wow’s own athletic limitations, which he took with good humor, saying “He smothered me.” Fans will have to rely on his musical endeavors for entertainment rather than expecting him to step onto the hardwood anytime soon.
Source: https://www.billboard.com/music/rb-hip-hop/bow-wow-kobe-bryant-basketball-game-no-points-1235960028/
