Waka Flocka Predicts Knicks vs. Spurs & Talks Wemby | Waka Flocka Flame
Waka Flocka Flame joined Heart of the Gulch host Tony Mendoza during CMA Fest 2026 for a conversation that went somewhere unexpected: straight into an NBA debate.
From the New York Knicks and San Antonio Spurs to Jalen Brunson and Victor Wembanyama, Waka breaks down the teams he believes are built to compete—and makes his pick to win it all.
Waka Flocka Flame breaks down the New York Knicks, San Antonio Spurs and his NBA championship prediction during CMA Fest 2026.
Knicks vs. Spurs
Waka isn't a casual basketball fan.
During his Heart of the Gulch interview, the conversation turns to the Knicks and Spurs, with Waka sharing what he likes about both teams and the players capable of changing a game.
That includes two of basketball's biggest stars: Jalen Brunson and Victor Wembanyama.
But when it comes time to choose a winner, Waka has a favorite.
He's riding with the New York Knicks.
Wemby Needs to Go “Hard in da Paint”
Naturally, you can't talk basketball with Waka Flocka without eventually bringing up “Hard in da Paint.”
Tony asks what Wembanyama needs to do to take the Spurs to another level.
The answer practically writes itself.
Wemby needs to start going hard in the paint.
It's the perfect collision between Waka's signature hit and one of basketball's most dominant young players.
Heart of the Gulch host Tony Mendoza sits down with Waka Flocka Flame for a conversation about basketball, music, success and reinvention.
More Than Basketball
The conversation goes beyond the NBA.
Waka discusses losing 50 pounds, reinventing himself and the mindset that's helped him continue evolving beyond the music that first made him famous.
He also talks about success, business, confidence and overcoming self-doubt.
For Waka, reinvention isn't something to fear. It's part of continuing to grow.
Waka Flocka shares his thoughts on Victor Wembanyama, Jalen Brunson and why Wemby might need to go “Hard in da Paint.”
What's Next for Waka Flocka
Waka also touches on country music, new projects and the goals he's pursuing in the next chapter of his career.
But this Heart of the Gulch conversation belongs to basketball.
Wemby and the Spurs might have a bright future.
Waka Flocka's pick? He's taking the Knicks.
Watch Waka Flocka on Heart of the Gulch
Watch the full Waka Flocka interview from CMA Fest 2026 as he joins Tony Mendoza to discuss the Knicks, Spurs, Victor Wembanyama, Jalen Brunson, “Hard in da Paint,” his 50-pound weight loss and reinventing himself.
Interview Chapters
0:00 — Waka Flocka Interview | CMA Fest 2026
1:00 — Country Music & Expanding His Career
1:31 — Knicks vs. Spurs: NBA Reactions
2:09 — Victor Wembanyama, Jalen Brunson & Basketball Talk
3:27 — Can the Knicks Win an NBA Championship?
4:19 — Waka Flocka's 50-Pound Weight Loss Journey
5:29 — Success, Business & Reinventing Yourself
6:30 — Overcoming Self-Doubt
7:11 — Motivation, Confidence & Chasing Your Dreams
8:01 — New Projects, New Goals & What's Next
8:53 — Final Thoughts
Tony Mendoza is the Nashville-based host and creator of Heart of the Gulch, featuring conversations with artists, entertainers and personalities from Nashville and beyond.
