Entertainment
Dwight Howard Shoots Down Return to Lakers, ‘I’m Not Signing’
Dwight Howard
Lakers Reunion Ain’t Happening!!!
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Lakers fans hoping for a Dwight Howard reunion can uncross their fingers and let out their breath … the former NBA superstar tells TMZ Sports there’s simply no chance he re-signs with Los Angeles.
Many purple and gold backers, of course, have been urging L.A. to go after the big man following its Anthony Davis-for-Luka Doncic swap … but when we got Howard out in the City of Angels this week, he said it just isn’t going to happen.
Despite appearing to express some interest in re-joining the squad on X after the big trade went down, he told us at LAX he’s now four years removed from an NBA roster … and is currently content spending his time at home with his children.
“I’m always ready,” he admitted, “but there’s more to life than basketball.”
Howard — who last played professionally with the Taoyuan Taiwan Beer Leopards in the 2022-23 season — made it clear he doesn’t think the Lakers would have any interest either … saying straight up, “Lakers not calling me, brother.”
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Howard had three stints with the Lakers (2012, 2019, 2021) in his historic career … and won the NBA Finals alongside LeBron James during the COVID-shortened year.
He was sporting his championship ring during our chat … and while he won’t be joining the team this season, he said L.A.’s still “got a real shot” at getting another one this year.
Paul Pogba
Surprise Birthday Bash
… W/ Jimmy Butler, Carlos Alcaraz!!!
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Surprise!! Soccer star Paul Pogba‘s wife threw him an unforgettable birthday party in Miami this weekend … celebrating his 32nd trip around the sun in epic fashion!!
Pogba’s wife, model Zulay Pogba, invited a star-studded crew to commemorate her husband’s special day … including tennis phenom Carlos Alcaraz and Golden State Warriors guard Jimmy Butler.
Alcaraz and the NBA All-Star were in Miami to compete in their respective sports – Alcaraz is fresh off the Miami Open and the Warriors faced the Heat (Butler’s old team) Tuesday night … a game they lost, 112-86.
But neither superstar seemed too focused on their day jobs – they were in the mood to party!!
The extravaganza all went down at Papi Steak in Miami – and celebrity owner David Grutman was also in attendance for the shindig.
Zulay must know her husband well … ‘cause he sure seemed thrilled when he showed up at the hot spot.
Pogba is still in search of a new club – he’s just finished serving an 18-month doping suspension … and he’s been rumored to have interest coming from all over the world (perhaps David Beckham‘s Inter Miami club?) but hasn’t signed a new contract just yet.
Even though Pogba is still looking for a new home on the pitch, he probably doesn’t need to worry about anything off of it … his wife and friends sure seem like keepers!!
Selena’s Killer
Yolanda Saldívar Denied Parole!!!
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The woman who shot and killed Selena Quintanilla will not be freed from behind bars … because she just got denied parole.
The decision came down Thursday when a parole board in Texas denied Yolanda Saldivar‘s bid for freedom … citing the violent nature of her crime and claiming she still poses a “continuing threat” to the community.
Yolanda worked for Selena until March 9, 1995 when Selena’s dad fired her after accusing her of embezzling money from the Tejano star’s clothing company, which was planning to open a boutique in Monterrey, Mexico.
Two weeks later, Yolanda shot and killed Selena … she was ultimately convicted and is serving a life sentence. Selena was only 23 years old when she was killed.
After Thursday’s denial, the next time Yolanda will be eligible for parole will reportedly be in March 2030.
Selena’s family applauded the denial in a social media post, saying … “While nothing can bring Selena back, this decision reaffirms that justice continues to stand for the beautiful life that was taken from us and from millions of fans around the world far too soon.”
Adam22
Feds Came To My House But Didn’t Arrest Me …
Wanted Big U Letter About Nipsey
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Adam22 says he was NOT picked up by the feds, contrary to reports, but he tells us Uncle Sam paid him a visit regarding the Big U case and Nipsey Hussle‘s murder.
We got the “No Jumper” podcast host at Bob Hope Airport in Burbank and we asked him about Wack 100 claiming he was arrested by federal agents.
Adam22 says the feds talked to him about the Big U case and they wanted to get their hands on a cease-and-desist letter Big U sent Adam’s podcast regarding an episode where Luce Cannon claimed Big U had prior knowledge of Nipsey’s death before the fatal March 2019 shooting.
Big U helped launch Nipsey’s rap career and in his federal RICO case, the indictment claims Big U is heard on wiretapped calls saying he was “bigger” than Nipsey and disciplined Hussle before his murder.
Adam22 says it’s pretty interesting to find out the feds are interested in Big U’s potential connections to Nipsey’s death … and, frankly, he’s not wrong.
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