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Gloria Govan and Matt Barnes Call It Quits

Gloria Govan and Matt Barnes are ending their relationship!
Gloria Govan & Matt Barnes Split
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By Derrick Bryson Taylor · Updated October 28, 2020
Let the drama begin. “Basketball Wives” fans are going crazy over news that Gloria Govan and Matt Barnes have decided to end their relationship.

It’s true, the two will no longer be a couple, says an email sent by Barnes, according to the YBF.

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“I’d like to address the rumors surrounding mine and Gloria’s relationship. We have reached the difficult decision of ending our relationship and will be going our separate ways at this time,” he says. “We will work together to raise our sons and wish each other only the best.”

Ms. Govan took to her Twitter account to address the news, stating, “I’m sure you guys are hearing a ton of buzz about Matt and me breaking up, sorry to say… it’s true!!!” But the most important thing is focusing on my kids and continuing to have a good relationship with their father, thanks for your support.”

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Now, the golden question: what will Shaunie O’Neal, Evelyn Lozada and Jennifer Williams have to say about this? They were the biggest mean girls to Govan when she initially ended her engagement. Bring on the next season of “Basketball Wives!”

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