Rui Hachimura swiftly denies dating rumors with Doja Cat, calling the speculation "unfounded" after fans linked them. Get the latest scoop!
- January 31, 2026
AceShowbiz - The recent dating rumors involving Rui Hachimura and pop sensation Doja Cat have been met with a swift response from the NBA player. The speculation sparked from an Instagram account focused on NBA news, which posted an old photo of the two during a public event, claiming they were romantically linked. The caption read, “RUMOR: Doja Cat & Rui Hachimura are allegedly dating after fans have been speculating that she’s dating an NBA player. Are they a good couple?”
However, Hachimura quickly took to the comments section to dispel the rumors, stating bluntly, “Mann f—k no,” followed by a laughing emoji. His response was clear and direct, indicating that the rumors were unfounded. The Instagram account later updated its followers with a humorous caption: “BREAKING: Lakers forward Rui Hachimura denies Doja Cat dating rumors, after speculation has circulated the two have been dating recently. It appears that Rui’s recent improvements on the court are due to something else.”
This isn’t the first time Doja Cat has been linked to a celebrity. Last year, she was rumored to be dating Joseph Quinn, a star from the hit series *Stranger Things*. The buzz intensified when Doja was seen wearing a ring during a performance at the iHeartRadio Music Festival. However, she swiftly addressed the rumors on X, clarifying in a now-deleted post, “No, I’m not engaged; it’s a David Yurman ring with no rocks in it.”
As for Hachimura, the Los Angeles Lakers forward is currently focused on his basketball career, aiming to improve his game this season. His commitment to the sport seems to be his primary focus, overshadowing any off-court speculation. Fans can expect to see him bring his best performance to the court as the NBA season progresses.
In today’s fast-paced world of social media, rumors can spread like wildfire, but both Rui Hachimura and Doja Cat have made it clear that their personal lives are their own business. As the rumor mill churns, it seems both stars are content to focus on what matters most to them.