Back in 2021, an ex-athlete-turned-businessman Alex Rodriguez bought the majority of the shares of the NBA’s Minnesota Timberwolves and WNBA’s Minnesota Lynx with his partner Marc Lore. Since then, A-Rod has worked tirelessly to make the Timberwolves achieve a new high in the NBA. However, it is a long journey, and the former Yankee is taking all the necessary steps to make it happen. It includes multiple partnerships and collaborations with some of the biggest names and brands in the entertainment and sports industry. And the most recent one would be with the famous rapper Curtis James “50 Cent” Jackson III’s premium drinks company, Sire Spirits.
The eccentric rapper took to his Instagram handle to announce this collaboration with the world. The rapper’s addition to the $290 million that A-Rod spent buying the Timberwolves will bring joy to many.
50 Cent is a big fan of Alex Rodriguez’s Minnesota Timberwolves!
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HipHopDx recently reported that during the signing of this deal, the rapper had met with the team. The report also said that he knew they were indeed perfect for Sire Spirits. About meeting the team, the rapper said, “I had the opportunity to meet with the Timberwolves and knew they were the perfect partners for Sire Spirits. I am a big fan of the team, and I am excited to spend more time in Minnesota and get to know all the fans.?
Taking to Instagram, the award-winning rapper announced the collaboration with a video showcasing the drinks. Beside the video, he wrote, “Minnesota TimberWolves you know the Vibes, we getting ready to go crazy @bransoncognac @lecheminduroi @timberwolves @arod @marclore.“
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Needless to say, the rapper is excited to be working with the Timberwolves. However, his and the team’s fans are also excited about the same.??
How will Sire Spirits work to enhance Timberwolves?
Sire Spirits will be the Timberwolves’ official liquor partner beginning with the 2023-24 season. It will provide?its award-winning Branson Cognac and Le Chemin du Roi Champagne at the Target Center.
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The new partnership will also include a new bar on the 200-Level of the stadium with naming rights that will offer specialty cocktails prepared using Sire Spirits products. Also, there will be a “Sip & See”?VIP pre-game happy hour for players’ wives, girlfriends, and family members.
Following are a few fans’ reactions to the rapper’s announcement with the Timberwolves.?
50 Cents’ fans are happy for him,?“50 you?ve always been of my favorites”, “50 they ready for an product endorsement master class from you”, and “Let?s Go!! I?m excited for this partnership! Let?s do it!”.
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