Lil Wayne, a die-hard Lakers fan and avid sports enthusiast, found himself on the receiving end of a chilly reception at a recent Lakers game. The rapper took to social media to express his disappointment with the treatment he received, hinting it might be connected to his past criticism of Lakers center Anthony Davis.

In November 2023, during an appearance on sports talk show “Undisputed,” Wayne ruffled feathers by suggesting the Lakers should trade Davis. He pointed to Davis’ injury struggles and questioned his durability, stating, “If the Lakers wanna be a championship team…you gotta get rid of AD.”

Fast forward to March 2024, and it seems Lil Wayne’s comments may have come back to haunt him. After attending a Lakers-Wizards game, the rapper tweeted, “Got treated like s*** at the Laker game just now… figured they’d do me that sooner or later.” He attributed the treatment to either his criticism of Davis or a general vibe of disapproval he’d been picking up from the organization.

Despite the frosty reception, Wayne remained characteristically unfazed, concluding his tweet with a defiant “F*** em. It isn’t what it isn’t. I’m used to it.”

It’s important to note that Davis has largely stayed healthy this season, putting up impressive numbers with an average of 25.1 points, 12.3 rebounds, and 2.4 blocks per game. The Lakers, mirroring Davis’ resurgence, have also shown improvement, currently sitting just three games out of a playoff spot in the Western Conference.

While Lil Wayne’s public criticism might have ruffled some feathers, it’s worth remembering his passion for the sport and his longstanding loyalty to the Lakers. It’s also unclear exactly what transpired at the game to warrant his tweet.

This incident highlights the sometimes-fraught relationship between fans, athletes, and organizations. While passionate criticism is a part of sports fandom, navigating that passion while respecting players and teams can be a delicate dance.