The Lucas Oil Stadium is buzzing with anticipation as the highly awaited NBA celebrity game is about to tip-off. A star-studded lineup of 25 celebrities is gearing up to hit the floor, promising fans an evening filled with entertainment. Kai Cent has already kicked off the excitement, making a grand entrance alongside Stephen Curry and sharing a lively celebration with the mascot. Adding to the electrifying atmosphere, Mecole Hardman stepped onto the court just minutes before the game tipped off.
The Kansas City wide receiver was warming up, proudly sporting the #12 jersey with “MR WALKOFF” emblazoned. Hardman brings a contagious winning energy from the recent Super Bowl win to the arena, setting the stage for a thrilling and unforgettable showdown.
Mecole Hardman's jersey for the #NBAAllStar Celebrity Game fresh off the Super Bowl win 🥶 pic.twitter.com/WzpLfsbJO3
— SportsCenter (@SportsCenter) February 16, 2024
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Joining the roster for the Celebrity game are some notable NFL players, including Micah Parsons, the linebacker from the Dallas Cowboys, Puka Nacua, the wide receiver representing the Los Angeles Rams, and CJ Stroud, the quarterback from the Houston Texans.
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Hardman is set to hit the court as part of Team Stephen A. Smith, which Smith himself coaches along with Lil Wayne and A’Ja Wilson. His participation in the game follows a series of public appearances, including a recent victory celebration parade. Notably, Hardman, alongside Chiefs cornerback L’Jarius Sneed after the parade, took on a different role by working a shift at Raising Cane’s in Blue Springs earlier this week, showcasing a diverse and engaging off-field involvement.
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As Micah Parsons once again finds himself pitted against the Chiefs’ Hardman, there’s a twist in the tale. This time around, the lineups suggest that the Dallas linebacker might emerge victorious. Beyond his football prowess, Parsons, one of the NFL’s top defensive players, boasts a background in high school basketball. What makes this even more intriguing is that he faced off against numerous players during his high school tenure who later went on to become NBA stars.
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Anticipation for Parsons to secure the MVP title of the game is high, but he’s not the only NFL player with an impressive basketball resume. CJ Stroud, the Offensive Rookie of the Year, also brings his basketball roots to the court. Adding to the excitement, the quarterback reveals a noteworthy achievement from his past – dropping 40 points on Miami Heat’s rookie Jaime Jaquez Jr in a high school game. This clash of versatile talents promises an exhilarating matchup on the basketball court.