Just when we thought that Britney loved Kobe, it turns out she may have another Laker in her romantic sights. Rumor has it that Luke Walton is all set to go on a date with Britney Spears, this from the Daily Star:
BRITNEY Spears could soon be getting up to some "lanky panky" with a 6ft 8in basketball player.
The pop princess is set to go out on a date with LA Lakers star Luke Walton. And his pals say they will be perfect partners – because Britney, 25, is fresh out of rehab and Luke, 27, is on the wagon during his team's run-in to the NBA play-offs.
"His people and her people are trying to thrash out a date when they can have a bite to eat and then we'll see what happens."
You gotta love tabloid journalism, right? Personally, I don't believe this one for a second. Luke Walton isn't exactly lacking in the looks department, and, living in Los Angeles as a member of the Lakers, I seriously doubt that he's lacking for female attention either. I just don't see the upside for him in dating a bald single mother with addiction problems who's stalked by the paparazzi day and night. Then again, this could all be a ploy for Luke to get himself close to Britney's buddy Paris Hilton. Ah, yes, now this story is beginning to make some sense.
[via The Association]
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Reader Comments (Page 1 of 4)
4-10-2007 @ 5:22PM
clyde said...
Luke Walton's grown up in the spotlight with his dad being a UCLA great and NBA Hall of Famer. He isn't some pie-eyed kid blinded by the Hollywood lights of Lakertown. He's got a good head on his shoulders, knows right from wrong and knows better than to run towards a car accident in progress.
No offense to Spears, but the woman obviously should have some higher priorities right now than being a front row groupie at Laker games.
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4-10-2007 @ 6:35PM
kimberly brown said...
go sit down somewhere britney. Luke is not that stupid.
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4-10-2007 @ 10:14PM
Xavier. J said...
With all her baggage and issues, the last thing he needs is a bunch of turmoil in his life.
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4-11-2007 @ 1:45AM
jim said...
Who is the tabloid here?..Yea go out with Britty to get to Parry..That's like getting close to a rattlesnake hoping to get close to a cobra
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4-11-2007 @ 2:08AM
Laker Fan said...
Luke & Brit??? Are you kidding me. No Way! I couldn't see him going for trash like that. I remember a couple of years ago Luke was on a local LA radio station and admitted he thought Norah Jones was hot and his taste...now there is a better match...although Norah is probably taken, not sure since she doesnt have a media craze around her like Britney...but thats more of Luke's taste, if famous, then lowkey.
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4-11-2007 @ 3:00AM
Steve said...
When it comes to "celebrity-dating" (especially involving Britney) this is all about good "fits",,,, and "matchups". Even though he's still a million miles from an NBA Championship ring, and will probably never achieve one in his NBA career, (unless the Dallas Mavericks pick him up via a trade or free-agency signing) Luke Walton is STILL deserving of a woman with much more maturity than Britney. Hypothetically imagining her splitting up with Tom Cruise, Katie Holmes would be an excellent "fit" for Luke Walton (in my opinion). Regarding a match for Britney, "if" a young Dennis Rodman happened along (let's say), then someone like that would be an excellent fit for Britney (in my humble opinion).
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4-11-2007 @ 6:31AM
wilfred ortega said...
Britney!!!! you cut your hair! your strength is gone! the only thing going for you is your money!!!!
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4-11-2007 @ 6:35AM
Rick said...
Britney needs to stick with her own, after all it was "Larry the Cable Guy" who said " I believe that Britney Spears should be one of Baskin Robbins thirty0one flavors"!
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4-11-2007 @ 6:42AM
RaidersHLP said...
Luke who? Oh yeah, Bill's bench warming no talent second fiddle to Koby. Brittney is a freaking world wide super star who could buy the whole Walton family twenty times over. He should get down on his knees and pray to God that anyone whould match that hack up with her. And bald or not Brit is HOT HOT HOT.
HLP
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4-11-2007 @ 6:44AM
maizenbluedoc said...
Spears may look like a woman, albeit somewhat overweight, but psychologically, she is still a spoiled child.
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4-11-2007 @ 7:20AM
gposner said...
"His people talking to her people" Asinine!!!
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4-11-2007 @ 7:25AM
Jimmy said...
Anybody willing to put up with her she should be happy to get after some of the ones she has dated Brittney is trouble looking for a place to happen she has had her 15 min in the spot light, let her go in peace now.
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4-11-2007 @ 8:02AM
ldysubstance said...
Brittney, don't you think you need to get your life and your head in order before you start dating again? What is it with musicians, actors jumping from one relationship to another? Maybe that's why you all have issues and problems, you never resolve the old before engaging in the new. Grow up Brit, get your chit together, be a mom to your babies.
ldysubstance
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4-11-2007 @ 8:02AM
katcolby6 said...
Ah come on Luke. You must have seen the pic of Britney without her panties, but believe me every gal has one, and most of them aren't as used as that one. Nasty!!!
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4-11-2007 @ 8:38AM
Ms. Linda said...
You know, there's nothing wrong with just dating. Not every date has to turn into a long-term commitment. It doesn't have to end up in bed either, but there is nothing wrong with going out and enjoying the company of others. For some people, part of the path of recovery is getting out and being social and dating. Being put into tempting situations teaches you whether you're ready to tackle them or if you need more work before getting out and about.
Britney, get out there and do what you want. Don't worry about everyone else. The world is like traffic. It sees a wreck and everyone has to slow down and look. It's none of their business. It's your life, enjoy it.
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4-11-2007 @ 9:27AM
ericsmusclecars said...
Talk about your odd couples.....
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4-11-2007 @ 9:29AM
lving free said...
Let Britney at least try to be peaceful and happy. It is pathetic that the majority of these comments are most likely from women, who have no concern or care for another womans best interest. What happened to women supporting women? It is sad to see a world ruled with greed and jealousy....learn to love and forget to hate!!
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4-11-2007 @ 9:53AM
Chica said...
Isn't the time right for Britney to take it slow for awhile? She's making herself look even more of an a-- by linking up with a new guy every week. She must know that any "unknown" guy is there simply for the publicity surrounding her name and press reputation. When it comes to going with a "celeb" right now, you can only wonder if that person is looking for more attention than they are already getting from the public.
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4-11-2007 @ 9:57AM
ashley said...
as a recovering addict myself, and struggling from depression and anxiety, i can see EXACTLY how britney is feeling and why she's done the things she's done. that, combined with going through a public divorce, having 2 babies at home, AND people like u all tearing down a girl that u dont even kno, its no wonder she unraveled the way she did! i say, good luck to britney in WHATEVER she does, and u should all be ashamed of yourselves for taking joy in someone else's misery.
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4-11-2007 @ 9:59AM
jo walsh said...
The last thing B. needs to do is date. She should concentrate on her kids nad herself for now. She has plenty of time to date later. Get herself together first!
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