The dating rumors between Cardi B and NFL star Stefon Diggs just got a major boost. The rapper and the Pro Bowl wide receiver were spotted getting cozy at Madison Square Garden on Monday night (May 12), as they cheered on the New York Knicks during their playoff showdown against the Boston Celtics.
Holding Hands & Courtside PDA: A Public Debut
Social media had been buzzing for months with speculation about Cardi B and Diggs possibly being an item. On Monday, the duo seemed to confirm those rumors, making their first public appearance together.
The pair arrived holding hands, turning heads as they made their way to Celebrity Row. Throughout the game, they were seen getting close, with Cardi — rocking a black leather skirt and matching top with heels — lovingly placing her hand on Diggs’ cheek. Stefon Diggs complemented her look with a denim jacket and Chrome Hearts Timberland boots.
Their chemistry was hard to miss, even earning them a spot on the Jumbotron, much to the delight of fans inside The Garden.
A New Chapter for Cardi B & Stefon Diggs
This marks Cardi B’s first public relationship since filing for divorce from rapper Offset in 2024. As for Stefon Diggs, it’s been a busy year — both professionally and personally. In March, he signed a three-year, $69 million contract with the New England Patriots, set to be a key target for rookie quarterback Drake Maye.
A Star-Studded Knicks Playoff Night
The Knicks, feeding off the energy of their celebrity fans, secured a 121-113 win over the Celtics in Game 4 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals, taking a commanding 3-1 series lead.
Cardi and Diggs weren’t the only big names in the building. Celebrity Row was packed with A-listers including Mary J. Blige, Kendall & Kylie Jenner, Timothée Chalamet, Bad Bunny, Tina Fey, Tracy Morgan, Busta Rhymes, Ben Stiller, and St. John’s coach Rick Pitino.
Family Lives in the Spotlight
While Diggs, 31, is the proud father of daughter Nova, born in 2016, Cardi B shares three children with her ex, Offset: Kulture (6), Wave (3), and a baby daughter born in September 2024, whose name she has yet to reveal.
Next Up: Knicks Look to Close Out Series
With momentum on their side, the Knicks are now one win away from eliminating the defending champion Celtics. They’ll have their chance to advance to the Eastern Conference Finals on Wednesday night (May 14) in Boston. However, Boston’s hopes took a hit after superstar Jayson Tatum exited Monday’s game late with a lower leg injury.
Reps Stay Quiet
As of now, representatives for Cardi B and Stefon Diggs have not commented on the nature of their relationship. Still, their courtside chemistry spoke volumes.
