Thursday Notes for May 16th, 2024
This is an edition of Uristocrat Notes, a newsletter that explores the most significant cultural stories of the day.
Culture
‘Bad Boys: Ride or Die’: First Reactions From Public Screenings
‘Bad Boys: Ride or Die’: First Reactions From Public Screenings
The fourth entry in the Will Smith-Martin Lawrence action franchise opens in theaters on June 7.
Abid Rahman
Burna Boy Adds Playful Arrogance to the Remix of TitoM and Yuppe’s Amapiano Smash, "Tshwala Bam"
Burna Boy Adds Playful Arrogance to the Remix of TitoM and Yuppe’s Amapiano Smash, “Tshwala Bam”
The inescapable hit song gets a rockstar-level verse from the self-proclaimed African Giant.
Dennis Ade Peter
Sports
Bickerstaff future a question for Cavs; Mitchell, too
Bickerstaff future a question for Cavs; Mitchell, too
J.B. Bickerstaff, discussing his future as the Cavaliers’ coach, said, “This is definitely a place I want to be.” ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski reported Cleveland plans to take time to evaluate Bickerstaff’s future, but the organization remains fond of him.
Tim Bontemps
Thunder can’t seem to score enough against Mavericks, no matter their lineup
Sneakers
The Nike Sabrina 2 “Cave Purple” Releases in June
Nike Basketball and Sabrina Ionescu are ready for a new chapter. Learn about the Nike Sabrina 2 “Cave Purple” on Nice Kicks.
Luis Torres
The Nike Dunk Low Arrives in “Baltic Blue”
A bright blue pops off on the latest Nike Dunk. Learn more about the Nike Dunk Low “Baltic Blue” on Nice Kicks.
Luis Torres
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