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Leading Off: Even in the N.B.A., Fists (and Elbows) of Fury

James Harden

When Metta World Peace of the Lakers threw an elbow at Oklahoma City’s James Harden — who sustained a concussion — the N.B.A. joined the N.H.L. in a parade of violence in sports.

 

First celeb bounced from 'Dancing with the Stars'

First celeb bounced from 'Dancing with the Stars'

"Dancing with the Stars" viewers didn't give Metta World Peace a chance. The basketball star formerly known as Ron Artest was the first celebrity ejected Tuesday from the 13th edition of the ABC dancing competition. The show's judges gave World Peace the lowest score on Monday's premiere: 14 out of a possible 30.

 

Ron Artest is now Metta World Peace

This may be the last time Los Angeles Lakers forward Ron Artest will answer to that name.

 

From Ron Artest to Metta World Peace and 5 Other Weird Celebrity Name Changes

Yesterday, Ron Artest's attorney filed a petition in Los Angeles Superior Court seeking to change the Los Angeles Lakers forward's name to Metta World Peace. Born Ronald William Artest Jr., the 31-year-old cited personal reasons for wanting to make the change. This is not the first time a sports personality has changed their monicker, neither is it the first time a musician has changed their name. After the jump, a list of the weirdest name changes we can remember.

 

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