3 Times NBA All-Star, Jaylen Brown Debuts in Ye’s ‘Vultures’ Merch, a Year After Dropping Truth Bombs About Kanye West

Published 02/01/2024, 8:34 PM EST

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Much like Kanye West, who carved his path as a rebellious figure, dropping truth bombs like precision arrows, Jaylen Brown marches alongside him. The three-time NBA winner with the Celtics initially forged ties with Donda Sports, Ye’s brainchild. However, controversy loomed large in the aftermath of Ye’s anti-Semitic remarks. Initially refusing to endorse Ye’s statements, Brown eventually severed his connection with Donda Sports, citing his attempt to bring about positive change through the agency.

Now, in a surprising twist, he is back in the fold. Furthermore, with rekindling his association post making a bold statement by showing up adorned in ‘Vultures’ merch.

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Back in last year, Jaylen Brown cleverly drew a comparison between his ties with Donda Sports and the intricate relationships within Boston’s front office. As the NBPA Vice President, Brown skillfully played the winning card, emphasizing the paramount importance of victories over minor discord, a tune that echoed loud and clear. This symphony of priorities resonated even more profoundly a year later when he recently made a striking entrance at the Celtics vs. Lakers game, draped in ‘Vultures’ merch for the night.

Meanwhile, in 2022, in the turbulent wake of Kanye West’s unpredictable statements, the maestro found himself facing a domino effect of separations from major brands like Adidas and GAP and losing his billionaire status, akin to a ship losing its anchors. As public figures distanced themselves from West’s ventures, the departure of not just Brown but also NFL’s Aaron Donald marked a symbolic exodus, painting a vivid picture of the shifting tides within the realm of celebrity endorsements.

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Rekindling connections with past collaborators proved to be a delightful spectacle, akin to a joyful reunion of old friends. Yet, stealing the spotlight was the union of Ye and Kim Kardashian at Nobu.

Old bonds rekindled

Once the reigning power couple, Kardashian and West recently traded their solo pursuits for a familial soirée at the upscale Nobu Malibu. A rare sight, the duo was accompanied by daughter North and her pals in matching ‘Vultures’ shirts. More so, they turned heads, setting the stage for a pre-album celebration in Ye’s honor. The evening, laced with anticipation for the release of ‘Vultures’, took a surprising twist. It was when Ye teased and promptly deleted a provocative image of Censori.

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The SKIMS owner made an entrance fit for a queen, donning a concoction of style. She rocked a cropped tube top, high-waisted trousers, a Prada fur coat, and patent leather booties, along with a silver Balenciaga purse-shaped stiletto. Meanwhile, North and her squad, sporting ‘Vultures’ tops and Yeezy slides, injected a burst of exuberance into the family gathering. The night at Nobu Malibu was not just a prelude to Ye’s album release; it was a chapter of unity in the Kardashian-West saga.

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Riva Khan

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Riva Khan is an entertainment reporter at NetflixJunkie. Given her love for the language and writing, she has honed her narrative skills from a young age. She loves her latest tea in Hollywood and keeps an eye on the news.

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