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Yahoo
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Draya Michele reveals true feelings on Jalen Green's Suns trade
The post Draya Michele reveals true feelings on Jalen Green's Suns trade appeared first on ClutchPoints. Draya Michele is sharing how she feels amid her boyfriend, Jalen Green, trade from the Houston Rockets to the Phoenix Suns. In the blockbuster trade, Kevin Durant was traded from the Suns to the Rockets for Green, Dillon Brooks, the 10th overall pick in the 2025 NBA draft, and five second-round picks. 'Well this was my first time experiencing a trade,' Draya told The Post. 'I just think, you know, as his girlfriend, my main responsibility is to support him wherever we were going. Draya and Green have been dating since 2023 and share a daughter together whom they welcomed in 2024. 'I always make the jokes with him and tell him, 'I don't care what city you're in, we could go to hell and play for the hell… and I'll go with you, as long as I have a good SPF… it doesn't matter where we are, if we have each other we'll make the best of it.' It's really just putting families together with their dream cars and making things convenient and also luxurious.' Despite having to make new living arraignments, the model is making the most of it and is looking to find a place to settle down in soon. 'Luckily [Phoenix] is an amazing city,' she said. 'We were not disappointed with Phoenix at all. But I just need to be supportive of him and of the change and then just try to make things as smooth of a transition [as possible] for him, and not stressing him out with the worries of moving and all that.' The mom of three — Draya has two sons which she shares one with former NFL player Orlando Scandrick — shares that she is going to be in charge of finding them a place while Green settles into his new role on the Suns. 'He's not gonna have to lift the finger. I'll handle all of that so that he can just relax and play basketball. Once he gets there, he won't have anything else to worry about. And that's just really what I try to focus on: keeping things convenient and easy for him.' What Has Jalen Green Said About The Trade? Green shared he was 'hurt' by the news but had a 'feeling' that the Rockets were going to trade him. 'Yeah, I had a feeling. They've been trying to trade me since last year,' Green responded after being asked if the trade was unexpected per The Houston Chronicle. 'I'm not tripping. It's for the better of the team. I know it's a business at the end of the day. I really can't handle how I feel. Whatever happens, happens. At the end of the day, I still got the opportunity to play basketball.' Green got his start in the NBA with the Rockets after being drafted by the team in 2021. 'It hurts,' Green said (via The Arizona Republic's Duane Rankin). 'Houston is home to me and will forever be home to me. I started my NBA career there, and I've built a lot in that situation. However, he is making light of the situation but was expected given the nature of the league. 'Obviously it's sad to leave, but it's a business though, you've got to understand that when you coming into the NBA.' Despite initially feeling hurt about the situation, he is ready for his start with the Suns and has big goals for his time there. 'The hunger is already there,' Green said in an interview with Duane Rankin. 'I've made it the playoffs already as it is. I may have not performed how I should've performed, but at the end of the day, the goal is to be in the playoffs every year. I got a taste of it now. There's no reason I shouldn't have the goal to get back.' Related: Bradley Beal's plans for 2026 free agency after signing with Clippers Related: The $210 million impact of Bradley Beal buyout
Forbes
3 days ago
- Business
- Forbes
Draya Michele Is Turning Criticism Into Capital—Starting With Clean Air
With a new investment in wellness tech and a fresh perspective on motherhood, Draya Michele steps confidently into a chapter defined by purpose, power and quiet reinvention. Draya Michele pictured in front of her latest wellness tech investment, Sereniby—a smart air care ... More system designed to support healthier environments for babies and young children. On a sunny afternoon in Santa Monica, California, I settled in for an NAD infusion and Normatec therapy—expecting a routine wellness reset—alongside entrepreneur, designer and now investor Draya Michele. Inside the sunlit sanctuary of Dripology—a sleek, minimalist wellness studio founded by ICU-trained nurse Hamed Afshari to bring medical-grade care into a luxury experience— what began as IV drips, compression boots and a few light laughs quickly unfolded into something far more intimate. The wellness advocate is entering a new era—one rooted in clarity, legacy and deeper intention. Known for her style, and decade-long success with Mint Swim, Draya is now channeling her energy into something far more personal: creating a safer, healthier world for the next generation, starting with her daughter. Watch Full Interview Here For Draya, wellness isn't just a treatment—it's a lifestyle that informs how she lives, parents and does business. And in doing so, she's reminding women—especially Black mothers—that they deserve to breathe deeply, build boldly and define success on their own terms. 'This season of my life feels different,' she tells me, as we settle in for our IV treatments. 'It's personal now. Every decision I make, I think about the impact it has on her.' A Partnership Rooted in Purpose Her newest move is a strategic investment and partnership with Sereniby, a wellness tech company redefining air care for babies and young children. The brand's flagship product—a smart, medical-grade air purifier—goes beyond filtration. It's built to support restful sleep, cleaner breathing environments and peace of mind for modern families. 'This isn't just another brand collab,' Draya clarifies. 'It's ownership. It's alignment. It's me investing in something I wish I had from day one as a mom.' Draya's connection to Sereniby didn't begin in a boardroom—it started in her daughter's nursery. During her pregnancy, she was remodeling her home and found herself surrounded by drywall, paint fumes and dust. 'I remember thinking, 'I can't be breathing this in while I'm growing a baby,'' Draya recalls. 'It made me hyper-aware of how overlooked air quality really is, especially for children.' Sereniby is a modern air purifier designed for nurseries, featuring medical-grade HEPA filtration, ... More whisper-quiet operation, and a gentle nightlight. Its sleek white body and wood-tone base blend seamlessly into any calming, baby-safe space. Sereniby stood out, thanks to a heartfelt note and family photos its founders sent Draya before the product even arrived. 'It wasn't just a product drop. It felt like something bigger,' Draya says. 'The purifier came days later and I was blown away. Not just by the design, but by the thoughtfulness behind it.' With hospital-trusted HEPA and carbon filtration, smart sensors that detect microscopic pollutants, and integrated white noise and light therapy features, Sereniby offered something that matched both her lifestyle and values. As a new mother again, Draya saw the product work firsthand—especially in supporting her daughter's sleep. 'She doesn't sleep easily, so anything that supports rest is gold to me. And if it also protects her health? That's not a luxury. That's essential.' Draya has faced public scrutiny in the past over her parenting style during her early years as a mother—a narrative she's since reclaimed by showing her evolution and deep commitment to growth. The entrepreneur's decision to invest wasn't just about the product—it was about the position. 'It's important to me that my daughter grows up seeing her mother not just as the face of something, but as someone who has a stake in it,' she says. 'I want her to see that we—Black women, Black mothers—belong at the forefront of wellness, parenting and innovation.' Draya Michele enjoying playtime with her daughter, with Sereniby in the background helping keep the ... More air fresh and clean. That positioning is key. As the wellness space grows, Draya's involvement signals a deeper shift: intentional representation at the ownership level. 'I've done collaborations. I've been the ambassador. This time, I wanted equity,' she says. Her investment also challenges the outdated notion that celebrity partnerships are purely transactional. 'This isn't PR. This is my daughter's air. This is our home. I use it every day. That's the difference," Draya expressed. Motherhood looks different this time around. Draya is juggling entrepreneurship, farm life (yes—more on that later), and raising a daughter who demands presence and patience. 'My sons were easy. My daughter? She's attached. She's loud. She's fire,' Draya says, laughing. 'I love it, but I've had to re-learn balance.' That means prioritizing routine, setting boundaries — especially on social media — and redefining what self-care looks like. 'I'm a post-and-go kind of woman now,' she says. 'I've limited who can comment on my posts because peace matters. If I didn't ask for your opinion, I don't need it.' It also means making smarter choices as a consumer and a mom. 'I used to be that person who bought the most expensive baby bottles—imported, hand-blown glass, $80 each,' she shares. 'Now? I'm an Evenflo six-pack for $10 kind of girl. They work just as well, and I don't cry when they break.' Draya Michele carries her daughter in a chest harness during a quiet moment together. Despite the glitz of entrepreneurship and the digital attention that follows her every move, Draya keeps her circle tight—and intentional. 'I'm really blessed to have a group of women around me that don't compete with each other,' she says. 'We all have our own lanes, and we show up for one another in real life.' Her core friend group—rooted in mutual respect, aligned values and zero performative energy—isn't just about vibes. It's protection. 'In this industry, especially as a Black woman, people project so much onto you. It helps to have friends who remind me who I am outside of social media, outside of work, outside of the noise.' And there's been plenty of that noise. Over the years, Draya has navigated harsh public judgment and unsolicited commentary about her personal life—most recently, when she shared an unpaid post about Sereniby during the LA fires, encouraging families to protect their indoor air quality. Santa Monica, California — Friday, June 6: Draya Michele sits down with Forbes contributor Corein ... More Carter for an interactive wellness interview at Dripology, where the two discuss motherhood, legacy, and Draya's newest investment in wellness tech. 'The comments were intense. People were like, 'Draya, people lost their homes—why are you talking about purifiers?' And I get that. But I wasn't speaking to those who experienced loss—I was speaking to the millions of others in LA breathing in that smoke,' she says. 'It came from a pure place. I wasn't paid. I just wanted to help.' Rather than clap back, she chose peace of mind. 'I've learned I don't have to explain everything. But I also won't let people twist my intentions. I believe in what I support.' To guard her peace, Draya has made a simple but profound adjustment: she limits who can comment on her social media posts. 'I post and go. I'm not here to be debated. This is my life, not a group chat,' she says. Though wellness is her latest move, Draya's swimwear brand Mint Swim remains a cultural staple. Known for putting Black and brown women at the forefront of its campaigns since the beginning, Mint Swim continues to champion diversity in a space that once overlooked it. Draya Michele stuns in her signature swimwear line, Mint Swim This past Earth Day, she introduced a limited capsule made from repurposed materials—using her boyfriend's old T-shirts to create new swimwear. 'Fabric waste is a real problem, and fashion contributes to it,' she says. 'I just wanted to do something that felt good and looked good.' With her usual eye for style and practicality, the drop was equal parts thoughtful and fashion-forward. 'It was fun, it was conscious, and it sold out fast,' she notes. 'We'll definitely do more.' In perhaps the most unexpected twist, Draya is now exploring homesteading. On her property, she has 16 chickens, three dogs, a cat and a full vegetable garden. 'I'm learning to grow what I eat. I'm obsessed with the process,' Draya expresses. The farm, like the purifier, represents something larger: autonomy. Peace. Slowness. 'This version of me isn't just about hustle. It's about health. It's about home. I want to show my kids what it looks like to build a full, beautiful life on your own terms.' In her garden, Draya Michele showcases her brand, Mint Swim. She's just as honest when reflecting on her early years as a founder. 'I used to be stubborn. I didn't ask for help. I made expensive mistakes,' she admitted. 'Now? I ask questions. I lean on my peers. You don't have to build alone.' Showing the Woman Behind the Brand In a world that often flattens public figures into brand extensions, Draya is committed to showing her whole self—even if it's unexpected. 'People have assumptions about me,' she admits. 'But the reality is, I'm a mom who recycles, a woman who gardens and someone who genuinely cares about this planet.' One of her quirks? She never litters. 'I'll carry trash in my purse all day before I throw it on the ground,' she says, laughing. 'And if you come to my house, you better write your name on your water bottle. We don't waste around here.' Draya Michele pictured in front of her latest wellness tech investment, Sereniby—a smart air care ... More system designed to support healthier environments for babies and young children. These small rituals—along with her larger moves in sustainability, wellness and conscious parenting—paint a fuller picture of Draya Michele: not just a personality, but a person. 'I'm not trying to be perfect. I'm trying to be real,' Draya adds. 'That's how I humanize myself—by showing up honestly. Whether it's on my farm, in the boardroom or online.' I want to keep showing people what's possible when you operate from intention, not just attention.' And for the little girl watching her every move, Draya's already paving the way. 'This isn't about being perfect. It's about being present. And I hope that everything I do shows my daughter she can build anything—and breathe deeply while doing it.' 'My biggest flex right now isn't a look or a moment,' Draya expresses. 'It's peace. It's alignment. It's knowing that every move I make reflects who I am and what I stand for.' 'I want my daughter to grow up watching me do this with grace, with grit, and with integrity,' Draya says. 'That's legacy. That's impact. That's the kind of woman I'm raising her to be.' And if this chapter is any indication, Draya Michele is just getting started.
Daily Mail
17-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Controversial NBA wag Draya Michele, 40, hits out at critics of romance with boy toy Jalen Green, 23
Draya Michele has emotionally revealed how criticism of her relationship with NBA star Jalen Green has impacted her. The couple have a 17-year age-gap and Michele, 40, has a son who is only a year younger than the 23-year-old Green. They are believed to have started dating in the summer of 2023 and even have a kid together. But the stir their romance caused still leads to Michele getting targeted by social media trolls. 'I mean, you try to get to that point (where you don't give a f***), but I mean you're still human and you still have feelings,' she told the New York Post. 'Sometimes, you know you can read things that are hurtful and you want to just let it roll off, but it doesn't always work like that. 'It also depends on what type of day you're already having when you read the message… I take it because it comes with it, with the limelight, like I said. But I'm human and I have feelings.' Life is changing for Green and Michele after he was traded to the Phoenix Suns by the Houston Rockets as part of the deal that moved Kevin Durant to Texas. 'This was my first time experiencing a trade,' Michele said. 'I just think, you know, as his girlfriend, my main responsibility is to support him wherever we were going.' She said they haven't found a home in Phoenix yet, but added: 'Phoenix is an amazing city. We were not disappointed with Phoenix at all. 'But I just need to be supportive of him and of the change and then just try to make things as smooth of a transition [as possible] for him, and not stressing him out with the worries of moving and all that. 'He's not gonna have to lift the finger. I'll handle all of that so that he can just relax and play basketball. Once he gets there, he won't have anything else to worry about. And that's just really what I try to focus on: keeping things convenient and easy for him.' Ahead of the playoffs with the Rockets last season, Green sent a message to the critics taunting him about his personal life. 'Leave my girl out I'm deactivating my shi for the playoffs,' he wrote, referencing his social media backout for the postseason. The Rockets went out of the playoffs in round one at the hands of Golden State Warriors.
