Patrick Beverley made headlines in the NBA community after he made some really bold comments on The Pat Bev Podcast. The 35-year-old openly stated that Mo Bamba was ‘one of the whitest black guys’ in the league, sparking controversy.
This led to Bamba expressing his thoughts in response, especially considering their history as former teammates on the Philadelphia 76ers.
Mo Bamba responds to racial divisive remarks of Patrick Beverley
Bamba learned about Beverley’s comments during a podcast and openly questioned why Beverley included him in his remarks. Bamba shared insights from his background to explain why he didn’t think he belonged on Beverley’s list.
Bamba expressed his thoughts on social media, stating: “Alright, I got time today,” Bamba wrote, via his X account. “I’m a top 5 black-white guy because I can properly articulate how I feel & how I see things?”
“You a smart man, do your research. I’m not a gangsta to any capacity but I’m born & raised from Harlem. I made it off the block & out the trenches.”
He highlighted his ability to express himself effectively and pointed out that despite not fitting certain stereotypes, he hails from Harlem and has overcome challenges to succeed.
“Secondly, sitting there with your legs crossed like that… & asking your white co host to publicly question my blackness is one of the reasons why it’s hard to move the culture forward.”
Bamba also criticized Beverley’s behavior during the podcast, particularly his stance, and requested that Bamba’s identity be questioned. Beverley has not responded to Bamba’s comments yet, but history shows he’s reconciled with former teammates after disagreements.
Interestingly, Beverley and Bamba were part of a trade-in 2023, swapping teams. Bamba moved from the Magic to the Lakers, while Beverley initially joined the Magic before ending the season with the Bulls.
Mo Bamba has driven 322 NBA regular season games in his career
Former Los Angeles Lakers player Mo Bamba has appeared in 322 NBA regular season games and currently plays for the Philadelphia 76ers, contributing an average of 4.1 points and 3.9 rebounds per game. The player has effectively adapted into whatever team he has played for and is a recognized star in the NBA.
Bamba’s shot-blocking instincts are exceptional, and he has a knack for altering opponents’ shots with his towering presence in the paint. His timing and anticipation allow him to swat shots away even from skilled scorers, making him a formidable rim protector.
Offensively, Bamba has shown promising signs of improvement. While not yet a polished scorer, he has demonstrated the potential to stretch the floor with his shooting ability. Bamba has worked on his three-point shot, making him a threat from beyond the arc for a player of his size.
While the player has been drawn into controversy recently, Mo Bamba will be looking to up his game for the Sixers as they drive for the playoffs.
