Stefon Diggs and Cardi B fuel dating rumors at NBA playoff game

Jackie Longo

Stefon Diggs and Cardi B fuel dating rumors at NBA playoff game image

Stefon Diggs and Cardi B turned heads at the NBA playoff game on Monday night when they made their first public appearance together as a couple. 

The New England Patriots' wide receiver, 31, and rapper, 32, arrived holding hands at the New York Knicks' and Boston Celtics' game at Madison Square Garden. 

Cardi B. was all smiles as the NFL player led her past a group of paparazzi walking into the historic venue.

Once inside, the couple sat courtside next to singer Mary J. Blige, and they showed some PDA, with Diggs putting his arm around her at one point. 

The "Bodak Yellow" rapper wore a revealing black leather miniskirt paired with a matching crop top. She accessorized the look with a sleek leather jacket and silver necklaces. 

Meanwhile, the NBA star rocked a denim shorts set and Tims with a cross embroidered on the side. 

The playoff game was a good night for Knicks fans. The New York team beat the Celtics 121-113 to take a three-to-one lead in the NBA East Semifinals. 

Last week, the couple attended the Met Gala together. However, they walked the red carpet separately and entered the after-party moments apart. 

Sources say the couple remained close inside the star-studded event. 

Diggs and Cardi B. first sparked dating rumors in October 2024 although it's never been officially confirmed.

While he's not hiding the romance anymore, the Patriots' star will soon have to turn his focus to training for the upcoming NFL season. 

He is currently on a three-year deal worth $63.5 million. 

Jackie Longo

Jackie is a freelance writer and editor with The Sporting News. She has covered sports, entertainment and lifestyle for over a decade. She has written for a number of outlets including Business Insider, The Sun, Travel+Leisure and Heavy. She has a Bachelor's Degree in Journalism from West Virginia University and resides in Charlotte, NC.