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"You got a billion dollars and you can't get a custom car?" - Cuttino Mobley says Yao drives a Range Rover he barely fits in
"You got a billion dollars and you can't get a custom car?" - Cuttino Mobley says Yao drives a Range Rover he barely fits in originally appeared on Basketball Network. Cuttino Mobley and Yao Ming played together for two seasons with the Houston Rockets from 2002-2004, during which time they developed a friendship that would continue long after their NBA careers were over. Advertisement During his recent appearance on Paul George's Podcast P, Mobley revealed that he often goes to Shanghai to spend time with Ming, either on business or pleasure. Cuttno recalled one time when he spent his birthday with his good buddy, and Yao picked him up in a car he didn't look comfortable in. "I would hang with Yao for a few days in Shanghai. He comes and gets me in a Range Rover. This boy's knees… I'm like, 'You got a billion dollars and you can't get a custom car?' Both his knees up his ears. And all I'm thinking about is the crash. I'm nervous as a** in that car. I sweat for goodness, dog," Cuttino explained. Maybe Yao was fine in a Range Rover Mobley did not say when this incident happened, but in 2013, Ming talked about driving a Range Rover in China because he wouldn't fit in cars. During that period, Land Rover produced a new Range Rover model with bigger legroom. Advertisement "The first, and arguably the most welcome addition to the Range lineup, is the long-wheelbase version, which tugs the rear wheels aft nearly eight inches to increase rear-seat legroom by 5.5 inches. Those who opt for this option will have the choice of a bench seat for a trio of passengers or a pair of bucket seats split by a center console. Take the latter layout, and the seats can recline up to 17 degrees, which is eight degrees more lying back than is available in the standard-wheelbase Range Rover," per Car and Driver. Based on this, Yao's Range Rover likely had just enough space for him, but not comfortable enough for Mobley to see. Still, it would not have hurt the Chinese legend to build a customized car, just as the late Wilt Chamberlain did when he satisfied his dream to drive a sports car by making his own — The Searcher One. Wilt's supercar cost $750,000 in 1986, which would translate to around $2.1 million today. That's a hefty price to pay, but although Yao isn't the billionaire that Cuttino claimed, his reported net worth of $160 to $180 million, depending on which website you're looking at, would be more than enough to pay for it, if he wanted to own one. Related: "I don't think I should defend myself anymore, I'm done with that in my life" - Allen Iverson on why he's had enough trying to defend his public image Yao once owned a customized BMW Ming had customized a car before when he was still playing in the NBA. During a stopover in Hong Kong in 2007, he fell in love with a BMW 7-series sedan and ended up buying one from a Houston car dealer. And because Yao would not fit in the driver's seat, he had it customized by Long Island car shop Unique AutoSport. Advertisement The project included lowering the car's body by four inches and moving the front seat by 18 inches. It also included extending the steering column and re-wiring the vehicle, which, according to shop owner Will Castro, were the complex parts of the job. "Doing all this wasn't too easy since we couldn't chalk up anything like a tailor," said Castro. "It was particularly difficult to put in all the new wiring and to machine the steering column. That meant getting in and out of the car a thousand times and putting in special wiring because of the fiber optics. But it now works beautifully," he added. After two and a half weeks and a cost of $30,000, Castro personally delivered the car to Yao's Houston home. When he gave the 7'5'' center an after-sales call a couple of months later, all Ming told him was, "Great job" and "It works." Advertisement Aside from fitting in the driver's seat, Yao's issue with driving was that he couldn't see the traffic lights. But that issue was solved after Castro's crew lowered the car floor. "Before, he couldn't see the traffic lights through the windshield because he was looking above the glass. But now, sitting four inches lower, he saw everything perfectly," he concluded. Related: Cuttino Mobley breaks down why Yao is by far the most influential international player in NBA history: "He didn't come as a bust" This story was originally reported by Basketball Network on Jun 17, 2025, where it first appeared.
Yahoo
08-06-2025
- Entertainment
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Multiple Sixers stars give birthday love to legendary Allen Iverson
For 722 games over 12 seasons, Allen Iverson dazzled the fans in the city of Philadelphia. He threw the 76ers on his back averaging 27.6 points, 6.1 assists, and 3.9 rebounds while winning MVP in 2001 and guiding the Sixers to their last finals appearance in the same season. The man they call "The Answer" provided one on a nightly basis leading the Sixers to improbable wins and deep runs into the playoffs. No matter what ailment he was dealing with. No matter how his body was feeling. No matter what was going on with him personally. Iverson showed up to play and gave it his all every night. Advertisement On his 50th birthday, Sixers stars Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey were included in a video as they gave their own personal birthday messages to Iverson. Sixers star Paul George included a birthday message to Iverson from "Podcast P with Paul George". He and former Sixers guard Lou Williams, a teammate of Iverson's, had some love for The Answer on the episode. It's always good to see the Sixers honor their franchise legends properly. This article originally appeared on Sixers Wire: Multiple Sixers stars give birthday love to legendary Allen Iverson
USA Today
08-06-2025
- Entertainment
- USA Today
Multiple Sixers stars give birthday love to legendary Allen Iverson
Multiple Sixers stars give birthday love to legendary Allen Iverson For 722 games over 12 seasons, Allen Iverson dazzled the fans in the city of Philadelphia. He threw the 76ers on his back averaging 27.6 points, 6.1 assists, and 3.9 rebounds while winning MVP in 2001 and guiding the Sixers to their last finals appearance in the same season. The man they call "The Answer" provided one on a nightly basis leading the Sixers to improbable wins and deep runs into the playoffs. No matter what ailment he was dealing with. No matter how his body was feeling. No matter what was going on with him personally. Iverson showed up to play and gave it his all every night. On his 50th birthday, Sixers stars Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey were included in a video as they gave their own personal birthday messages to Iverson. Sixers star Paul George included a birthday message to Iverson from "Podcast P with Paul George". He and former Sixers guard Lou Williams, a teammate of Iverson's, had some love for The Answer on the episode. It's always good to see the Sixers honor their franchise legends properly.
USA Today
06-06-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Jason Richardson shares how his son, Spartans star Jase Richardson spurned Alabama for MSU
Jason Richardson shares how his son, Spartans star Jase Richardson spurned Alabama for MSU A longstanding Michigan State basketball tradition was apparently a major factor in why Jase Richardson ended up as a Spartan instead of at Alabama. Jase Richardson and his dad Jason Richardson -- also a former Michigan State basketball star -- were on Podcast P with Paul George earlier this week, and Jason shared a fun story of how Jase ended up at Michigan State like his father. According to Jason, it appeared Alabama was the leader to land Jase's commitment but an upcoming visit to Michigan State was planned during the Spartans' annual "Grind Week" event -- which brings together former Michigan State players, current players and recruits for a weekend of festivities. Jason said during the interview that he told the Alabama coaching staff that if they let Jase visit Michigan State during "Grind Week" that he'd end up a Spartan. Alabama apparently tried to get Jase to shift his visit schedule knowing the magnitude of what Jason said, but it was too late. Jase went on his visit to Michigan State during "Grind Week" and the rest is now history. Check out the clip from podcast interview with both Jase and Jason below: Seeing this kind of connection between the Michigan State basketball players (former, current and potential future) is a really cool thing. "Grind Week" has always been a fun and impactful event for the program and this is just another use case where that occurred. Jase is projected to be a first round pick in the NBA Draft later this month. Jase is a fringe lottery pick after starring during his freshman season at Michigan State so it is safe to say he made the right choice in coming to Michigan State. Contact/Follow us @The SpartansWire on X (formerly Twitter) and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of Michigan State news, notes and opinion. You can also follow Robert Bondy on X @RobertBondy5.
USA Today
06-06-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Jason Richardson shared wild Golden State Warriors story
Jason Richardson shared wild Golden State Warriors story Back in 2022, the Golden State Warriors and Portland Trail Blazers had a memorable encounter. The two teams had faced off in a regular-season game when an altercation occurred between Chris Mills and Bonzi Wells. Unfortunately, that altercation is rumored to have continued after the game. During a recent appearance on the "Podcast P with Paul George" podcast, Jason Richardson recalled what occurred after the game had finished. Golden State was the road team in that game, meaning they were scheduled to leave Portland's arena on the team bus. "They blocked the bus from leaving for hours," Richardson said. "... Chris Mills is telling Bonzi to get off the bus. 'Me and you gotta have it.'" Fortunately, the situation didn't end in a negative manner, and eventually, the Warriors were able to leave the arena. However, the story is a good reminder of how different the league was just 20-25 years ago, and the situations players often found themselves in. You can watch the full podcast episode by clicking on the embedded video above. This post originally appeared on Warriors Wire! Follow us on Facebook and Twitter!
