Nicki Minaj’s “Anaconda” Strikes Again, Cookie Wins Epic Award, Rihanna’s Alleged Ex Fling Balls Hard?

Turn Up Thursday. It’s a day to turn all the way up SOHH why not get things started with Nicki Minaj‘s “Anaconda” unreleased verse emerging? Speaking of pretty women, did Taraji P. Henson‘s “Cookie” just shock the entertainment world? With shockers on your mind, did you see Rihanna’s alleged ex-boo Matt Barnes drill an incredible shot last night? All this coming up in SOHH Whatcha Think.

1. More Nicki

Can you ever get enough Nicki Minaj? Whether she’s gracing magazine covers or spitting 16’s, she always comes correct. Which makes it interesting to see there’s some unreleased “Anaconda” verses floating around. The Shade Room Inc. has the audio:

#PressPlay: Anaconda 2.0 was just released on Soundcloud by the producer. This was the verse that was supposed to be on the original song #NickiMinaj #Anaconda2

A video posted by The Shade Room (@theshaderoominc) on Dec 9, 2015 at 9:58pm PST

#PressPlay: Part 2: Listen to the verse that was supposed to be on the original #Anaconda !!! (View previous post) #NickiMinaj

A video posted by The Shade Room (@theshaderoominc) on Dec 9, 2015 at 10:09pm PST

Do you think Nicki should have put this on the original? #SOHHWhatchaThink?

Find out what global love Taraji P. Henson is receiving on the next page…

2. Cookie’s A Beautiful Monster

While we all continue to argue over whether or not “Empire” is as good as “Power,” or vice-versa, there’s something simply not up for debate: Taraji P. Henson’s Cookie. She’s been a constant flame on “Empire” and sparked a ton of viral attention. Even TIME has taken notice of her talent. Baller Alert is on it:

Cookie Lyon Named TIME's 'Most Influential Fictional Character' Of 2015 -blogged by @avah_taylor – #Empire's #CookieLyon, played by actress #TarajiPHenson, has been named the "Most Influential Fictional Character" of 2015 by #TimeMagazine. Explaining why Cookie snatched the top spot, TIME says "Cookie Lyon, with her high-drama scheming and higher-drama wardrobe, the Lyon family matriarch (played by Taraji P. Henson) was the biggest draw on TV’s most popular new show, Empire, luring more than 13 million viewers a week. In addition to spawning countless memes and catchphrases, she also helped inspire a clothing line at Saks Fifth Avenue. As Cookie herself said, 'That’s my name. Take a bite.' " She is also the only Black character on the list of 16. Universal's #Minions was the runner up for bringing in more than $1.10 billion worldwide, making it the second highest-grossing animated film of all time. Season 3 of Empire airs on FOX in March.

A photo posted by Baller Alert (@balleralert) on Dec 9, 2015 at 5:32pm PST

Did she ever have any competition? #SOHHWhatchaThink?

Check out what epic shot Matt Barnes made on the next page…

3. Ball SOHH Hard

We do not often cover sports in SOHH Whatcha Think, but when you hit a game-winner in epic fashion, it needs to be showcased. Matt Barnes, who has previously claimed ‘dating’ Rihanna despite her denials, proved he still has plenty left in the tank during a game last night. Baller Alert has the footage:

#MattBarnes from half-court! Barnes hits the game winner for the #MemphisGrizzlies against the #DetroitPistons #ballerificsports

A video posted by Baller Alert (@balleralert) on Dec 9, 2015 at 8:00pm PST

Anyone else feel like playing NBA 2K16 right about now? #SOHHWhatchaThink?

That about wraps it up for today. This is SOHH On The Spot giving you the morning scoop from your favorite gossip sites.