AceShowbiz - The Drake found himself at the center of a sharp trolling moment after the Cleveland Cavaliers eliminated the Toronto Raptors in a high-stakes Game 7 playoff matchup on May 3, 2026. As the final buzzer sounded on the 114-102 victory, the Cavs’ arena DJ played Kendrick Lamar’s diss track "Not Like Us," a pointed reminder of a rivalry that spans both music and sports arenas.

Kendrick Lamar originally released "Not Like Us" exactly two years earlier on May 4, 2024, delivering a critical diss aimed at Drake. The Cavaliers’ choice to highlight this track immediately after their series win was a calculated move that resonated with fans and media alike, blending hip-hop culture with basketball triumph.

The Cavaliers didn’t stop at the music. Donovan Mitchell led the team with 22 points on the court, but the social media team took the win beyond the hardwood by launching creative graphics that cleverly incorporated Drake’s "ICEMAN" branding. One of their posts captioned “DEFROSTED. #LetEmKnow” encapsulated the layered nature of their taunt, turning Drake's own album imagery into a symbol of their victory.

This multi-level trolling was uniquely effective because it came from a winning team, a scenario where playful disrespect carries weight. The Cavaliers used their success to underscore the message embedded in Kendrick’s diss, amplifying a rivalry that has simmered since 2024.

Despite the public jab, Drake appeared unruffled by the Cavaliers’ antics. Over the same weekend, he was seen filming a music video for his upcoming album ICEMAN in Toronto, engaging with fans and continuing his promotional campaign undeterred. The rapper's ninth studio album is set to release on May 15, 2026, and the momentum includes impressive marketing efforts such as giant ice sculptures and widespread street-level visibility throughout his hometown.

Though the Raptors’ playoff exit is a tough blow for Toronto fans, it represents just one chapter in a continuing story that has unfolded since May 2024 for Drake. The city recently faced significant sports disappointments, including a World Series loss to the Los Angeles Dodgers, who also joined in on the trolling by playing "Not Like Us" after that defeat.

The Raptors’ loss, the arena’s soundtrack choice, and the ongoing public rivalry all highlight the tension between sports and music scenes in Toronto. Yet, Drake remains steadfast, pressing forward with one of the year’s most anticipated album releases.

Whether seen as confidence or strategic deflection, the fact remains: Drake’s ICEMAN album drops in just eleven days, and nothing seems poised to derail its launch.