In a fiery outburst, former NBA star Stephen Jackson has taken aim at rapper Lil Yachty following controversial lyrics referencing George Floyd. Speaking passionately, Jackson condemned Yachty’s attempt to use Floyd’s name for clout in a recent track, labeling it “whack” and disrespectful. “You don’t know G. Don’t ever say his name, bro,” Jackson declared, making it clear that he stands firmly with Floyd’s legacy and the Houston community that mourns him.

The uproar erupted after Yachty mentioned Floyd in a lyric during a livestream, prompting Jackson to lash out, emphasizing the pain associated with Floyd’s death and the insensitivity of trivializing it for entertainment. However, in a surprising twist, Jackson revealed that he and Yachty have since spoken, and the rapper has apologized for his choice of words. “He made a mistake. We moved on from it,” Jackson stated, urging media outlets to stop seeking conflict for content.

But the drama didn’t stop there. Jackson also took a shot at N.O.R.E., the host of Drink Champs, criticizing him for allowing Kanye West to make disparaging comments about Floyd in a previous interview. Jackson accused N.O.R.E. of being a “clout chaser,” igniting a simmering feud between the two. “I won’t be doing interviews about this,” Jackson insisted, but his words suggest that tensions are far from resolved.

As this story continues to unfold, the hip-hop community watches closely, aware of the potent mix of celebrity, tragedy, and the ongoing fight for justice surrounding George Floyd’s legacy. Jackson’s passionate defense serves as a stark reminder of the emotional weight carried by those who knew Floyd and the impact of careless words in the public sphere.