Michael Rapaport Works Cuttino Mobley's Nerves During Awkward BIG3 Moment

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Michael Rapaport, Cuttino Mobley
Just back away slowly, Rapaport.

Have you ever been in the middle of watching a program and witnessed a moment so awkward that it makes you want to change the channel or fast forward? Well, this brief exchange between actor Michael Rapaport and former NBA star Cuttino Mobley might be one of those moments. It all took place at a BIG3 game between the Killer 3s and Power. Rapaport was acting as the correspondent for CBS Sports and while making the rounds, he spotted Mobley sitting on the sidelines. Mobley is not only a BIG3 champion, but he also acts as the co-captain of the Power team.

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With microphone in hand and cameras rolling, Rapaport slides into the seat next to Mobley and begins to compliment the baller's attire. "My man is looking...custom suit sharp," Rapaport says before placing his hand on Mobley's back as Mobley gives him the side-eye. "Cuttino, this is a tough game. Killer 3's are not playing around. What do you have to say about this game?"

Mobley just stares at him before turning his head and ignoring Rapaport completely. "My man, you looking at me like you want to put hands on me," Rapaport said. "Please, man, before I put hands on you," Mobley responds. "Get off of me, man!" Rapaport tries to play the whole thing off, but it was still extremely uncomfortable. We can only imagine the true words that were going through Mobley's mind at that moment. Watch it below.

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Since 2019, Erika Marie has worked as a journalist for HotNewHipHop, covering music, film, television, art, fashion, politics, and all things regarding entertainment. With 20 years in the industry under her belt, Erika Marie moved from a writer on the graveyard shift at HNHH to becoming a Features Editor, highlighting long-form content and interviews with some of Hip Hop’s biggest stars. She has had the pleasure of sitting down with artists and personalities like DJ Jazzy Jeff, Salt ’N Pepa, Nick Cannon, Rah Digga, Rakim, Rapsody, Ari Lennox, Jacquees, Roxanne Shante, Yo-Yo, Sean Paul, Raven Symoné, Queen Naija, Ryan Destiny, DreamDoll, DaniLeigh, Sean Kingston, Reginae Carter, Jason Lee, Kamaiyah, Rome Flynn, Zonnique, Fantasia, and Just Blaze—just to name a few. In addition to one-on-one chats with influential public figures, Erika Marie also covers content connected to the culture. She’s attended and covered the BET Awards as well as private listening parties, the Rolling Loud festival, and other events that emphasize established and rising talents. Detroit-born and Long Beach (CA)-raised, Erika Marie has eclectic music taste that often helps direct the interests she focuses on here at HNHH. She finds it necessary to report on cultural conversations with respect and honor those on the mic and the hardworking teams that help get them there. Moreover, as an advocate for women, Erika Marie pays particular attention to the impact of femcees. She sits down with rising rappers for HNHH—like Big Jade, Kali, Rubi Rose, Armani Caesar, Amy Luciani, and Omerettà—to gain their perspectives on a fast-paced industry.

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