New Orleans Pelicans big man Kevon Looney is sparking Rick James jokes this week with his unexpected new look.

NBA champion Kevon Looney signs contract with the Pelicans showcasing a new hairstyle that has social media buzzing.

This user said, “Nah, Looney looking like Rick James man wtf.” Nah, Looney looking like Rick James man wtf — J.B. #SportsTalkJB (@young_ent_) July 7, 2025 ...

Every year, this happens. In the 2018 Warriors title run, Looney's ability to stay in front of a then-prime James Harden on switches was a decisive factor in the Western Conference Finals; in 2o22 ...

Kevon Looney looks like he is ready to put his boots up on your new suede couch. ... As a result, jokes began flying about how much Looney resembled the late Rick James ...