DeMar DeRozan Is Welcomed To Sacramento With A ‘Not Like Us’ Reference From Vivek Ranadivé

Sourav Bose | 09/07/2024
DeMar DeRozan Is Welcomed To Sacramento With A 'Not Like Us' Reference From Vivek Ranadive

DeMar DeRozan received a surprise welcome message upon his arrival at the Sacramento Kings. The franchise owner, Vivek Ranadivé, inaugurated his latest recruit to California with a reference from ‘Not Like Us’. This caught the eyes of the NBA fans while giving rise to an unforgettable exchange.

Standing by DeRozan’s side, Ranadivé welcomed the newest Kings star with heartfelt words. In the process, however, he teased the 34-year-old publicly, stating, “So, I know DeMar that everybody wants you. Every team, every city, all the players. But I have got one thing to tell you. They’re nothing like us!”.

DeRozan’s latest siding with Kendrick Lamar in his lasting beef with Drake paved the way for this statement. Despite being a close friend of the latter since his Toronto Raptors days, the NBA star prioritized his connection with his fellow Compton-born over everything. As a result, Deebo recently appeared on stage during Lamar’s ‘Not Like Us’ show on Amazon Prime to display his support.

His connection to the rapper and the city is set to strengthen further following his move to the Kings. The franchise is only a few hundred miles away from Compton, justifying his return to California.

Ranadivé undoubtedly took all of these factors into account while teasing DeRozan. Much to his delight, the latter embraced the comments sportingly, initiating a close bond between them. So, the fans can only hope for this relationship to strengthen over time to propel the team to success.

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Sourav, a seasoned NBA journalist at the SportsRush, discovered his profound love for basketball through the brilliance of Stephen Curry and Steve Kerr with the Golden State Warriors. With over 600 articles in his career, he has established himself as a dedicated and prolific writer in the field. Influenced by 'The Last Dance' documentary and the anime 'Slam Dunk,' Sourav's passion for basketball is marked by insightful observations and a comprehensive understanding of the sport's history. Beyond his role as a journalist, he delves into the strategic dimensions of sports management and explores literature in his spare time, reflecting a well-rounded approach to his craft. Sourav's journey is characterized by a commitment to unraveling the intricacies of basketball and sports in general, making him a reliable source for NBA enthusiasts and a seasoned observer of the sports landscape.

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