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Hilarious Report: Yao Ming Hearts Nia Long

Posted Jan 09, 2007 1:55PM By J.E. Skeets (RSS feed)

Filed Under: Rockets, Western, NBA Gossip

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From the same Gossip Gods who brought us photos of flamboyant Cuttino Mobley and naked Kobe Bryant, comes news that 7 foot 6 inch NBA star Yao Ming is dating 5 foot 2 inch actress Nia Long. Yes, dating.

Yao Ming, who came to this country 4 years ago, is apparently a huge fan of hip hop and 1980s television shows.

As the story goes, Yao first noticed Nia while watching the Fresh Prince Of Bel Air in his native China. Since arriving in the NBA, he's repeatedly tried to get the lovely actress to go out on a date with him. And last month Nia finally said yes.

A friend of Nia's tells MediaTakeOut.com that the two have already been on a few dates and so far the sparks are flying.

I have no idea why, but I can't stop from picturing a pacing and anxious Yao leaving repeated voice mail messages on Nia's phone. You know, like that one scene from Swingers? This is awesome.

Reader Comments (Page 1 of 4)

1-09-2007 @ 2:42PM

Jamie Mottram said...

Good pull for Yao, although I think he should be focusing his game on Ashley Banks.

1-09-2007 @ 2:43PM

The Big Lead said...

That's damn near impossible. Don't you remember - she's dating Reggie Bush?

Girlfriend loves her athletes.

1-09-2007 @ 2:43PM

Zerokool said...

I thought he was dating some Chinese basketball player. I even remember reading rumours that they were supposed to get married. Guess things didn't work out.

And yeah, Tatyana Ali is banging.

1-09-2007 @ 2:43PM

TheHype said...

Well, I think we should count our blessings that Yao missed the eps with Tyra Banks...

1-09-2007 @ 3:06PM

J.E. Skeets said...

Good memory, Zerokool: "Yao was involved with Ye Li -- a player on China's national woman's basketball team."

1-09-2007 @ 3:06PM

Matt said...

The missionary position would be challenging.

1-09-2007 @ 5:39PM

Pete said...

I thought he was dating some asian girl at the University of Houston. I think one of the stories about him and TMac on Jimmy Kimmel mentioned TMac talking about her.

1-09-2007 @ 5:41PM

rita said...

what an...unusual couple

1-09-2007 @ 6:24PM

Reggie's Bush said...

I bet she thinks his ween is too small!

1-09-2007 @ 10:01PM

Trojan_mami said...

Nia dating Reggie Bush?? Doubtful...Those rumors were put to rest months ago. What is she 40 now, & he is 21???
Don't think that would sit well with Da Prez's mom...
If Nia has run through all of Hollywood's 25+ bachelors and has moved on to to the youngins, she should really take a look in the mirror!!

1-09-2007 @ 6:24PM

Nikki said...

I can only say.....YUCK!! She's so beautiful and he's so.....YUCK!! Guess money talks!

1-09-2007 @ 6:25PM

reginaldo said...

way to go yao, i,m jealous but i will get over it.

1-09-2007 @ 6:35PM

LaserRed said...

Sorry, but this story sounds kinda fishy...

1-09-2007 @ 6:47PM

LaserRed said...

Sorry this sounds kinda fishy....

1-09-2007 @ 6:48PM

ladslyfe said...

I think most of you are insane, because thats not Tatyana Ali, its Nia Long... DEFINITELY not the same people...
And good for Yao.

1-09-2007 @ 7:14PM

JoLa said...

Didn't she beat up her baby's daddy (ex-husband) with her then boyfriend (don't know what his name is)?

1-09-2007 @ 7:14PM

Jeremy said...

If Tiger can score a Swedish model, then Yao can score an athletic loving skank.

1-09-2007 @ 7:26PM

Derrick said...

OK.....Yao Ming and Nia Long.............Jay-Z and Beyonce........Janet Jackson and the rat looking guy....well the hell did I go wrong. Who in the hell said money can't buy you everything.