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Intro
It's officially the start of NBA All-Star weekend in Orlando and you know what that means—trips to the happiest place on earth? Well, kinda. All-Star weekend is the one opportunity where everyone from NBA superstars to D-League ballers to the guys over 6-feet who look like bench warmers has the opportunity to score with thirsty groupies.
Jersey chasers will be out in full force with their game faces on. Last year, we put you onto how Twitter has become the weapon of choice for NBA groupies. This year, we're back with more social network fails, loads of new drama, and embarrassment for pro athletes. From "celebs" like Kim Kardashian to adult film stars like Bibi Jones, meet The Biggest Sports Groupies on Twitter.
Cassiie Melinda
10. Cassiie MeLinda
Handle: @CassiieMeLinda
Player(s) Linked To: Glen Davis (NBA)
When Twitter groupies get linked to an athlete, they make damn sure to let the world know. This daliance started when MeLinda tweeted, "LETSSSS GOOOOO CELTICS!!<3." It seemed harmless at the time, only standing out because everyone knew homegirl was clueless about sports.
Cassiie MeLinda is a video vixen not a sports enthusiast. But she had the gossip blogs going H.A.M. when she referred to herself as the "real Mrs. Big Baby Davis," which prompted a friend to call her "dick whipped." Davis had a girlfriend at the time who was carrying his child. We're not ones to judge but Miss MeLinda sounds like the type of girl Game wrote "Wouldn't Get Far" about. #justsayin' #keepit100
Valentino Sigemore
9. Valentino Sigemore
Handle: @CHELLY_ROZAY
Player(s) Linked To: Le'Ron McClain (NFL)
Your favorite rappers talk about being hustlers but groupies like Valentino Sigemore a.k.a. Chelly Rozay are 'bout that life. She used her...uh, talent to get NFL fullback Le'Ron McClain so sprung that he didn't even know Miss Rozay had taken his bank information until an officer informed him. McClain says he isn't the only one to fall victim to this groupie. Whatever helps you sleep at night, fam.
Jessica Burciaga
8. Jessica Burciaga
Handle: @JessicaBurciaga
Player(s) Linked To: Kobe Bryant (NBA); Lance Moore (NFL); Shawne Merriman (NFL)
Burciaga, who looks like a cross between Kim K. and J. Lo, is official. She's a Playboy playmate and has also appeared in Maxim and Glamour. She wasn't always famous, though. She was first rumored to be with Saints receiver Lance Moore, before tweets like the one above created rumors that something was on and poppin' with Mr. Merriman. She must have heard about his nickname "Thump." Ayo!
Burciaga recently earned her biggest headline when she was accused of being one of Kobe Bryant's main mistresses. Both sides denied it (ya don't say!). Black Mamba had to turn over $75M and three mansions in his divorce. Hopefully, it was worth it.
Gina Lynn
7. Gina Lynn
Handle: @theginalynn
Player(s) Linked To: Mike Richards (NHL); A.J. Feeley (NFL); Ryan Howard (MLB); Scottie Upshall (NHL)
Athletes love porn stars. But really, don't we all? Gina Lynn knows this and uses that along with other assets to "hang out" with ballers from Philly. She's been seen with everyone from Phillies slugger Ryan Howard to former Eagles quarterback A.J. Feeley. Then there were the pictures of her hanging out in an apartment with a bunch of the Flyers. Yup, the trizzy looks like it may have been in full effect...Triz Nathanial to you.
Draya Michelle
6. Draya Michele
Handle: @DrayaFace
Player(s) Linked To: DeShawn Stevenson (NBA); Kenyon Martin (NBA); Kevin Durant (NBA); Bernard Berrian (NFL)
Before we get into her latest conquests, we have to give props to Draya. Sadly, many of the groupies from last year's list have fallen off their game and one has even opted to "retire" (really, candy deepthroat? Really?). But not Draya.
Last year, we told you about Draya clubbing with Kenyon Martin and DeShawn Stevenson, and dating Kevin Durant. Since then, ma has stayed newsworthy by landing a spot on Basketball Wives: L.A. and has broadened her groupie horizons by trying out a new type of baller—NFL wide receiver Bernard Berrian. The two took a trip to Las Vegas in May 2011 and posted pics of their jolly good time. That's sweet and all but since Berrian was released by the Minnesota Vikings last October and is yet to sign with another team, the vacation flicks have ceased. *cues the soundtrack*
Kim Kardashian
5. Kim Kardashian
Handle: @KimKardashian
Player(s) Linked To: Reggie Bush (NFL); Miles Austin (NFL); Kris Humphries (NBA); Mark Sanchez (NFL)
How can we call a celeb like Kim K a groupie? Check the track record, fam. Since dating Reggie Bush in 2007, Kim has gone from one baller to another. Dallas Cowboys wideout Miles Austin got some run for a few months in 2010. Then there was the Kris Humphries 72-day marriage fiasco (she reportedly posted Kanye lyrics on Twitter to throw shots at Humphries).
If all that wasn't enough, earlier this month rumors spread that she's seeing Jets quarterback Mark Sanchez. She's reportedly gone full circle and has been spotted with Bush again. Kim shot those Sanchez rumors down but she still ranks among the best when it comes to scooping up pros (in a classy way, of course). All those scouts out there don't have shit on ma.
Sheneka Adams
4. Sheneka Adams
Handle: @iamshenekaadams
Player(s) Linked To: Carmelo Anthony (NBA); Vince Carter (NBA)
Carmelo Anthony was still fresh into the married life with La La when video vixen Sheneka Adams (pictured center) dropped an aerial assault last February. She claimed to be writing a book that would include tales of being Melo's jumpoff.
Adams was already known for reportedly dating Vince Carteris and her sextape with Soulja Boy. On top of that she claims that Melo was the one who approached her in the club. Funny how she only knew Anthony was a respected baller AFTER somebody told her. #stepyourgameup
Kimmi Kennedy
3. Kimmi Kennedy
Handle: @KimmiKennedy
Player(s) Linked To: Antonio Tarver (Boxing)
Boxers have it rough so it's no surprise they may want a little something on the side to ease the pain. Their sacrifices for the ring and why they deserve the pleasures outside of it were once eloquently explained by Iron Mike.
If you're the creeping type, it would be smart to make sure your lil' something doesn't have a big-ass mouth. Unfortunately, former light heavyweight champion Antonio Tarver skipped that chapter of Handling Jumpoffs 101.
Last September, Kennedy claimed to have miscarried Tarver's baby. Text messages, and pictures were leaked, including this one: "You already know what it is Antonio get my ticket, this isn't the first time you flew me somewhere but you never made me go thru this. This shit is not cool. Stop being difficult book it yourself or transfer cash to my account & I will do it."
Damn! So it's safe to assume Kimmi had a role in Tarver's divorce last summer.
Imogen Thomas
2. Imogen Thomas
Handle: @Imogen_Thomas
Player(s) Linked To: Cristiano Ronaldo (Soccer), Matthew Collins (Soccer), Nery Castillo (Soccer), Jermain Defoe (Soccer), Ryan Giggs (Soccer)
How serious has Imogen's groupie life been? Major. Her latest conquest, Manchester United player Ryan Giggs, attempted to get a gag order on U.K. media to stop any reporting of his affair with Imogen. He also sued Twitter for information about the situation that was outed on the site.
Imogen also had Twitter beef with Natasha Giggs (Ryan's sister-in-law). She blasted Natasha for her own eight-year affair with Ryan. It's also been reported that she's been heavily pursued by Cristiano Ronaldo. She claims he would call her up to 20 times per day. Wait. Who's the groupie here, again?
Bibi Jones
1. Bibi Jones
Handle: @xxxBiBiJones
Player(s) Linked To: Rob Gronkowski (NFL); Dan Uggla (MLB); Paul Bissonnette (NHL); and others
Last fall, Bibi Jones shot into the forefront of the groupie pantheon after showing affection for Patriots star tight end Rob Gronkowski. Gronk made the mistake of posting a picture of her wearing his jersey and she later posted nude pictures of herself on Twitter to "support" her new man.
When she saw the press explosion, she responded, "Espn, fox sports, msn, and etc. Damn! Didn't know it was that big of a deal...I just can't be kept away from athletes cock! (: ." We know Bibi. Gronk wasn't your first stroll down Groupie lane.
According to Business Insider, an MLB agent would take Jones to bars after spring camps to impress and attract athletes. He wasn't pushing her on dudes, either. She tried to get into the guys' cups on her own. Hopefully that wasn't the only protection they were using.