Whether you refer to him as Damian Lillard or Dame D.O.L.L.A. there’s no denying the talent that exists within the Oakland native. From being regarded as one of the best players in the NBA to being the self-proclaimed GOAT of NBA rappers… Dame has a lot to say. He recently sat down with our very own Pierce Simpson to discuss his latest album ‘D.O.L.L.A.,’ a potential collaboration with J. Cole, his future with the Portland Trailblazers, and plenty more.

Chapters
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1:30 How The Past Year Shaped His Project2:20 Balancing Music and the NBA
4:00 The J.Cole Sample and Developing His Sound
7:00 Sharing tracks with Lil Wayne, J.Cole
10:00 The Best Rapper in the NBA
12:30 Being Honest with Media
16:20 Honoring Kobe
18:00 Lessons Learned from Lil Wayne
19:00 Dream Collabs and A Lost DMX Feature



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