Lil Wayne, an iconic American rapper and entrepreneur, shares his insights on current NBA happenings and the music industry. He delves into the JA Morant situation, confidently declares his pick for the NBA GOAT, and opens up about the evolution of his career. Weezy reflects on collaborations, the pressures of fame, and his friendship with artists like Drake and Nicki Minaj. With humor and candor, he highlights the deep connection between hip-hop and basketball, revealing how each shapes his identity.

Lil Wayne, an iconic figure in hip-hop, reflects on the emotional reunion of the Hot Boys after 15 years. He shares personal anecdotes about his Super Bowl experience, infusing nostalgia into current events. The discussion pays tribute to the legendary Quincy Jones, celebrating his legacy in the music industry. Wayne also touches on the significance of political engagement in the Black community, advocating for awareness and accountability as the upcoming election approaches.

Shannon Sharpe, a legendary NFL tight end and analyst, joins flamboyant former wide receiver Chad "Ochocinco" Johnson, rapper Lil Wayne, and NFL quarterbacks Tua Tagovailoa and Bryce Young to dissect Week 2's dramatic moments. The crew discusses Tua's concussion, Bryce Young's benching, and Tyreek Hill's wild pre-game detainment. With humor and insight, they dive into player safety and coaching dynamics, highlighting the evolving challenges in the NFL and reflecting on standout performances, including the Saints' impressive victory over the Cowboys.

In this conversation, Lil Wayne candidly shares his feelings about being snubbed for the Super Bowl Halftime Show, diving into the emotional impact of public recognition. Diddy opens up about facing a $100M lawsuit and new legal troubles with Dawn Richard, adding a personal touch to the industry challenges. The trio also touches on broader societal issues like gun violence and housing challenges, making connections between their experiences and the ongoing quest for justice within the Black community.

The JBP kicks off this episode with their reactions to Logic doing a cover of Ice Cube’s “It Was A Good Day” (7:38) before moving on to their review on Chris Rock’s Netflix Live Special ‘Selective Outrage’ from Saturday (25:04). Grizzlies guard Ja Morant flashed a gun on Instagram live and could be facing a lengthy suspension from the NBA (59:35), Melle Mel shares his thoughts on the greatest rappers of all-time list (1:37:36), Lil Wayne also chimes in on the debate and where he stands (1:41:16), Part of the Show returns (2:16:45), + MORE! Become a Patron of The Joe Budden Podcast for additional bonus episodes and visual content for all things JBP.: Tap in here www.patreon.com/JoeBudden   Sleeper Picks: Joe | Lucky Daye - “Careful” Ice | Slim Thug - “Sexy Lady” Parks | Dreamville, Lute, Cozz, REASON, & Arin Ray - “Burn Bridges” Flip | Melii - “14 Daze” Melyssa | Saint Harison & Tiana Major9 - “homies”