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Larsa Pippen has garnered significant media attention in recent years due to her relationships and personal life. She was previously married to NBA legend Scottie Pippen, who played a crucial role in the Chicago Bulls’ dynasty during the 1990s. Larsa recently addressed rumors about her dating an NBA star while she and her ex-husband, Scottie Pippen, were wrapping up their divorce.
Rumors resurfaced recently about her dating with Brooklyn Nets star Ben Simmons in 2019. In a recent episode of their podcast, ‘Going Rogue with Larsa Pippen & Michelle Pooch,’ Larsa addressed these rumors directly. She firmly denied any connections or relationships with Simmons.
“I’ve definitely been linked to guys that I’ve never even hung out with. I was linked to Ben Simmons, do you remember? And I never sought him out. I don’t even know them by the way,” Larsa said.
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In 2019, speculation emerged regarding Larsa’s alleged romantic involvement with Simmons during her marriage to Pippen. In light of these claims, Larsa took the initiative to address her personal life, aiming to clarify the situation and eliminate misunderstandings.
Larsa’s Post-Divorce Revelation: Understanding Friendships Linked To Her Ex-Husband
Following 24 years of marriage, Scottie and Larsa finalized their divorce on December 15, 2021. In a recent statement, Larsa reflected on the experience, stating that the separation gave her newfound clarity. She expressed that it became evident that certain individuals had formed friendships with her largely due to Scottie.
“The first time I felt like I started losing friends is when I was going through a divorce. And I really realized that a lot of people in my life liked me just for being Scotty’s wife…They basically liked me more when I was Scotty’s wife, and not necessarily Larsa, and I was trying to figure out who Larsa was. I didn’t know how to navigate being single,” Larsa said in a recent episode of her podcast.
In 2022, Larsa initiated a relationship with Marcus Jordan, the son of basketball legend Michael Jordan. The two developed a significant connection, with Marcus indicating in a recent interview that they had contemplated marriage. Despite their strong bond, the couple’s relationship concluded in March 2024.
What Is RAS? Everything You Need To Know About The Draft And Athletic Testing Metrics
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The NFL Draft is one of the most crucial events in football, where teams sift through a pool of talented prospects to shape the future of their franchise. While traditional scouting methods still hold value, modern analytics now play an important role in this evaluation process. Among the many metrics available, Relative Athletic Score (RAS) has emerged as a prominent tool in assessing a prospect’s athleticism.
Developed by Kent Lee Platte, RAS has transformed how scouts and analysts evaluate players’ raw athletic ability, providing insights that go beyond tape and in-game performance. But what exactly is RAS, and why is it so important for NFL teams?
What Is RAS And How Is It Calculated?
RAS stands for Relative Athletic Score, a metric that quantifies a player’s athleticism compared to their peers at the same position. It combines various physical measurements and drill performances from the NFL Combine and Pro Days into a single, standardized score on a scale from 0 to 10. A score of 10 represents elite athleticism, while a score of 5 indicates an average performance.
The algorithm evaluates attributes such as height, weight, arm length, and hand size, alongside combine results like the 40-yard dash, vertical jump, bench press, and shuttle drills. Each individual metric is ranked relative to other players in the same position, allowing for meaningful comparisons. For instance, a wide receiver with a vertical jump in the 95th percentile would score a 9.5 for that specific attribute.
