Megan Thee Stallion Signs Fanatics Deal, Releases 'Lover Girl'

Grammy-winning rapper Megan Thee Stallion released a new single, “Lover Girl,” which samples Total’s 1996 song “Kissin’ You” and has been widely interpreted as an ode to her boyfriend, Dallas Mavericks guard Klay Thompson, with lyrics referencing being called “my lady,” meeting his mother and hinting at marriage. She promoted the track with Instagram photos of the couple holding hands, captioning one post “LOVER GIRL 💙,” though it is unclear whether the song will appear on an upcoming album. Separately, Megan signed a brand partnership with Fanatics Sportsbook and will serve as an NBA spokesperson, appearing in ads and on the Fanatics Sportsbook app; the announcement video features her in a vintage 1946 NBA coat and a custom Mavericks jersey reading “Thee Stallion” with the number 95. The Fanatics deal formalizes her NBA ties beyond courtside appearances and her relationship with Thompson. She was recently spotted courtside with Thompson and his mother at preseason games. The sportsbook sponsorship prompted mixed reactions from fans, with some criticizing the promotion of gambling and others applauding the brand deal and her visibility with the team.