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Yahoo
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Lonzo Ball Drops Heavy Prediction for LaMelo Ball and Dylan Harper
In the modern media age, it's never been more apparent that not all professional athletes have a grip on the nuances of their sport, even if they are still playing. It's only reaffirmed the lazy narrative that people don't need lived experience to master a topic. Imagine calling archeologists frauds because they never interacted with a dinosaur? The rise of "player podcasts" has furthered hot take culture, with preposterous former stories or eccentric analysis of current events. Bulls guard Lonzo Ball is one of many who utilize this medium and offered a bizarre and specific prediction involving his brother and a projected high-lottery pick. Advertisement On the latest episode of "The WAE Show," Lonzo pitched a set of circumstances that would dramatically shake up the NBA landscape. Lamelo & Lonzo BallGetty Images "I've lowkey got Dylan Harper going to the Hornets, and I've got Melo going to the Clips." Lonzo suggested Harper would slide to four in this scenario but did not elaborate on this projection. Everything about this idea seems far-fetched, but could Lonzo know something about his brother's future? The confusion starts with how Charlotte could even possibly land Harper, who is the second-best prospect in the class. Unless Harper magically slides, the Hornets likely don't have a package to present to San Antonio to move up to take the Rutgers product. Advertisement The other half of Lonzo's statement should raise some eyebrows. Although the 27-year-old might not have the best grip on draft dynamics, he surely knows what's going on in LaMelo's life. The Ball family is from the greater Los Angeles area, and James Harden has a chance to hit free agency this summer. The Clippers could want LaMelo to be their point guard of the future or somehow play the pair of dazzling offensive engines in the same backcourt. James Harden & LaMelo Ball Lonzo's comments could be hinting at a rift with LaMelo and the Hornets and could spark more rumors about a potential move this off-season. Related: Bulls Front Office Urged to Pursue Trade For Generational Superstar Related: Fans Sound Off On Bulls, Cooper Flagg NBA Draft Miss
Time of India
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Chicago Bulls point guard Lonzo Ball candidly reveals off-court relationship with brother LaMelo Ball - 'We talk more about life'
Having shifted across multiple teams, Lonzo Ball , currently competing in the NBA for the Chicago Bulls , has established himself as an interesting player despite the movement. The player's rookie season was with the Los Angeles Lakers, followed by his time with the New Orleans Pelicans, and now finally with the Chicago Bulls. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now While Lonzo is continuously looking to develop himself as a player during his tenure with the Bulls, his brother LaMelo Ball plays for the Charlotte Hornets . In a recent interview, Lonzo opens up about his personal relationship with his brothe r outside the court. Lonzo Ball denies the influence of professional rivalry over personal relationship with Charlotte Hornets point guard LaMelo Ball The Chicago Bulls and the Charlotte Hornets have faced each other multiple times, with their recent face-off favoring the Bulls with a score of 131-117. While the professional rivalry between the teams is very much visible inside the court, two players from the respective teams share a different bond outside the court. Bulls point guard Lonzo Ball is the brother of the Hornets point guard LaMelo Ball. In a recent podcast episode of Straight to Cam, Lonzo opened up on how the brothers share a very different bond outside the court. When asked if Lonzo likes to hang out after the matches with his brother, the player replied, 'Yeah, I mean, if I am in Charlotte, I would go to his spot. And if he is in Chicago, he is coming straight to me crib.' Lonzo Ball on Playing Against LaMelo, Anthony Edwards' Star Power & Funny Untold Confessions | EP 16 Lonzo further explained the dynamics between the players, 'It's always love on the court. He is usually just talking, probably whatever the first thing pops in his mind. I usually don't say much on the court. But after the game, we talk and we hangout all the time.' The player, throughout the interview, reveals the grounds on which the brothers bond. Lonzo admitted that the duo doesn't talk much about basketball, but it is the nuances of their lives that take up most of the conversations. 'We talk more about life than basketball for the most part…He likes playing video games more than watching games.' Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The player revealed his favorite video games, 'I like playing NBA 2k and NFL Madden. But he plays Fortnite. He is like crazy good at Fortnite.' Also read: Professional sibling rivalry is quite common in sports. Apart from the one that Lonzo and LaMelo share owing to their respective teams, another major rivalry is between Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and his cousin Nickeil Alexander-Walker. Both players, as part of their respective teams, the Oklahoma City Thunder and the Minnesota Timberwolves, will now be facing each other in the Western Conference finals.
Fox News
18-03-2025
- Health
- Fox News
NBA dad LaVar Ball reveals what led to leg amputation: 'It could all have been prevented'
LaVar Ball, the charismatic father of NBA guards Lonzo and LaMelo Ball, as well as budding star rapper LiAngelo Ball, recently opened up about what caused the need for a large portion of his right leg to be amputated. The eldest Ball said complications with his diabetes ultimately led to the procedure being performed on his right foot, and then doctors informed him that more surgery was needed to remove more of his right leg. Ball told SLAM that he got an infection in his right foot, and it "started spreading through my blood due to not paying attention to my diabetes." At first, Ball said that doctors were trying to avoid amputation, but after their previous remedies didn't work, they had no other option. "They cut off my foot," Ball told the magazine. "Then, they said, 'We gotta go almost knee-high for another surgery.'" Ball needed three different surgeries to alleviate the problem, and four blood transfusions were necessary as well. As one might expect with such a serious surgery, and the rest-of-life impact of it, Ball's mindset was bleak. "It made me think, 'Man, just kill me and let me go about my business,'" he admitted. "It made me think that maybe it's time for me to shut it down." Ball said that his sons played a large factor in fighting through this tough health moment, and it seems to have worked. Ball's joking personality started to show on social media, as he was posting TikTok's saying he had the ability to grow his foot back. But this moment in Ball's life has led to an unfortunate lesson. "Get your checkups," Ball encouraged those reading. "Do what you're supposed to do. If you don't have insurance, go to urgent care. Because I'm going to tell you this, a little amputation and a little of this, it could all have been prevented." Ball's celebrity over the years hasn't come without controversy, starting when his eldest son, Lonzo, burst onto the scene as a high NBA Draft prospect at UCLA. He eventually went No. 2 overall in the draft. During that time, Ball said that he would beat Michael Jordan 1-on-1, while also making WWE appearances. But his undeniable confidence in his son's success ultimately came true, as all three of his sons ended up in the league in some capacity. But LaMelo, the youngest of the three, is undoubtedly the best player as he headlines the Charlotte Hornets in his fifth NBA season. LiAngelo recently saw a smash hit with his rap song "Tweaker," which legendary artist Lil Wayne recently remixed. He performed that and more at Rolling Loud music festival in Los Angeles this past weekend. Follow Fox News Digital's sports coverage on X, and subscribe to the Fox News Sports Huddle newsletter.
Yahoo
20-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Lavar Ball Just Suffered This Shocking, and Sad, Medical Procedure, But Why...?
Lavar Ball, the outspoken father of the Ball brothers (Lonzo, LiAngelo, and LaMelo Ball) recently underwent a procedure that will change his way of life. Although we still don't know the reason why. On Wednesday, it was reported by TMZ that Ball's right foot was amputated after suffering a medical issue. Despite it being unclear what Ball is going through healthwise, the founder of the Big Baller Brand is in good spirits, despite the loss of his limb. Several sports fans on social media were shocked to hear the news and were empathetic to what Ball is going through, which is normally a rarity on the internet. One user on X wrote, 'The fact that Lavar ball is still smiling after having his foot amputated is wild . People love to hate him but he's done nothing but care about his sons and bring positivity to everyone.' Someone else added, 'No Lavar Ball slander will be tolerated getting a foot amputated is no joke.' Another person posted, 'LaVar Ball got his whole foot amputated & still has a big ol' smile on his face. No wonder all his kids are really successful. He doesn't let a damn thing stop him from nothing.' The 57-year-old has been a controversial figure in the sports world ever since his oldest son, Lonzo, was a star at UCLA. He's always been an outspoken person who believed that his sons were the best at every level of basketball. Even though many felt he was too hands-on, he's continued to be present in their lives and it turned out to be the correct move. Lonzo recently agreed to a two-year, $20 million extension with the Chicago Bulls. In the summer of 2023, LaMelo signed a 5-year extension worth $260 million. LiAngelo, basketball player turned rapper, signed a $13 million deal with Def Jam after the debut of his hit record, 'Tweaker.' Whatever he's doing to motivate his sons, it's working and translating to dollars in their pockets. For the latest news, Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
Yahoo
20-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
LaVar Ball has right foot amputated: report
NEW YORK — LaVar Ball, well-known father of NBA players Lonzo and LaMelo Ball, had his right foot amputated, according to reports published Wednesday. Ball, 57, suffered a 'serious medical issue' that required the procedure, TMZ reported. The health problems that led to the amputation were unclear. Notorious for his publicity blitz before his sons were drafted into the NBA, Ball had largely avoided the spotlight in recent years. Lonzo, 27; LaMelo, 23, and their brother LiAngelo, 26, have not publicly commented on their father's health. While Lonzo and LaMelo have had successful NBA careers, LiAngelo is now a breakout rap artist. The entire Ball family starred in a six-season reality series, 'Ball in the Family,' from 2017-2020 on Facebook. In addition to chronicling the Ball brothers' rise to stardom, it also covered a stroke suffered by their mother, Tina, in 2017. Before he became known for his parenting decisions, LaVar played college basketball at West Los Angeles College, Washington State and Cal State-Los Angeles. He also had a brief stint in the NFL, where he was signed to the practice squads of the New York Jets and Carolina Panthers but never played in a game.
