May 28, 2025; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) drives to the basket against Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards (5) and guard Mike Conley (10) during the fourth quarter in game five of the western conference finals for the 2025 NBA Playoffs at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

Katt Williams’ Harsh Verdict

Originally posted on Stadium Rant | By Levi Omeke | Last updated Oct 27, 2025 9:00 PM ET

Comedian and actor Katt Williams has been awarded an honorary doctorate from Miles College. Williams took a shot at Oklahoma City Thunder point guard Shai Gilgeous Alexander and Converse in a new ad for Minnesota Timberwolves shooting guard Anthony Edwards’ Adidas AE 2.

“He’s lucky his game is as smooth as his little poems, because them shoes? No, thank you,” Williams stated. He also mentioned that Converse was left behind for a reason.

The Sneaker War Heats Up

Using Williams to roast Gilgeous-Alexander personally is quite bold. The sneaker wars are back in action, and they are not being nice.

The roast skillfully integrates humor with astute marketing strategies. This combination enhanced the enjoyment of observing the sneaker rivalry.

Williams awoke and made a deliberate choice for confrontation. He did not merely cast a shadow; he overshadowed the entire event.

All this led to Williams coming outside, which clearly shows that Edwards is the people’s favorite. It is amusing that Edwards is making fun of someone who is a better player right now, having just beaten him in the Western Conference Finals.

End Of My Katt Williams Rant

Katt Williams walks back to his car before his scheduled performance in Cincinnati after a ceremony in Avondale at Maple Avenue and Reading Road where he spent his early childhood during a street renaming in his honor on Saturday, April 19, 2025.

Williams expressed his views candidly, addressing Gilgeous-Alexander and Converse while simultaneously praising Edwards’ advertisement for Adidas. This approach exemplifies a spirited and engaging style of critique.

This was the most challenging sneaker advertising campaign within the entire association. The NBA requires a robust rivalry among the younger athletes to enhance engagement and interest.

This article first appeared on Stadium Rant and was syndicated with permission.

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