Drake Reportedly Dissed Kendrick Lamar in Unaired ESPN Interview, Claims Marcellus Wiley

Marcellus Wiley recently shed light on the long-standing feud between Drake and Kendrick Lamar,Drake and Kendrick Lamar, unveiling some previously undisclosed details. According to Wiley, the tension between the two artists could have escalated much earlier.

He recounted an incident where Drake appeared on the ESPN show SportsNation, displaying an unexpected animosity towards Kendrick Lamar. Wiley interpreted Drake’s demeanor as either jealousy or a condescending attitude towards Lamar’s burgeoning success.

Following the contentious interview, Wiley reached out to TDE, Kendrick Lamar’s former label, to relay what he had witnessed. Despite his concerns, TDE advised him to remain silent, indicating that they would handle the situation internally. Wiley emphasized Lamar’s preparedness for such conflicts, highlighting his foresight as early as 2014.

Wiley also disclosed that Drake allegedly pressured ESPN to delete the footage of the interview, threatening to withdraw from hosting the ESPYs if the segment aired. This ultimatum left a lasting impression on Wiley, underscoring the intensity of the rivalry between the two artists.