NBA Stars And The Women Who Stole Their Hearts
They say that behind every great man is a great woman supporting them along the way. The same rule governs our beloved NBA players who have fantastic partners supporting them on their way to glory in the court. These lovely ladies have been present through the losses, the wins, the injuries, and the trophies. Heck, some of them have been together before they were drafted and after they retired. It is easy to imagine that their partners have it easy but that is rarely the reality for these women. When you are with an NBA player, there are other things that will get in the way of quality time. We are of course talking about the strict workout regimens, demanding training schedules, intense dietary restrictions, and the scrutiny of the paparazzi. We can’t imagine how stressful that must be!
These issues are further exacerbated during the season. It goes without saying that our favorite basketball players can’t stay home and kick it back during this period. They have games to play and it’s not always going to be held in their home court. It is pretty much impossible to go home as often as they wish. Their partners have to be strong during these taxing months of the year. It’s far from an ideal setup but those who stay by their beau’s sides know that it is worth it.
Many of the women in the gallery are married to the NBA superstars. Their beauty is simply undeniable but don’t do them a disservice by dismissing them as merely eye candy. They are interesting and successful women in their own right, after all! Just take Alani Nicole “La La” Anthony, for example. She might be married to none other than Carmelo Anthony but she is also an excellent VJ who was appeared on the MTV show Total Request and several films. Oh, and let’s not forget the fact that she has hosted a number of Real Chance of Love, Flavor of Love, and I Love New York episodes! She and Anthony got engaged in 2004 but their fans are lucky enough to get a front-row seat to their relationship thanks to the shows La La’s Full Court Wedding and La La’s Full Court Life.
I’m sure that you can’t wait to see the women your favorite basketball stars fell in love with. Don’t worry. You’ll learn all about them in the following slides. Maybe you’ll find out some things you didn’t know about your idols as well!
Chris Webber
Nowadays, Chris Webber is busy with his job as a TV analyst. However, we will never really forget that he used to sweep the court during his heyday. Likewise, he once earned a reputation as a playboy but things change. He changed his ways when he started dating Erica Dates in the year 2007. The two walked down the aisle two years after they first got together. Webber is worth a whopping $143 million and it is safe to say that he is one of the richest men you will find on this list. He also has some altruistic tendencies as is evidenced by his dedication to the charity TimeOut. Webber is passionate about helping get youth on the right track by offering them multiple recreational activities.
Chris Webber
Jerry Stackhouse
Jerry Stackhouse was a player for almost two decades before he finally decided to retire. He has since turned to coaching, though he has also used his basketball knowledge in his part-time gig as a game analyst. At the moment, he is the team coach for the NBA G League team Raptors 905. He exchanged vows with Ramirra Marks back in 2010 and they have three children between them. He has accumulated a wealth amounting to $60 million.
Jerry Stackhouse
Gary Payton
Gary Payton won his single NBA title alongside the Miami Heat in 2006. He was also with the Seattle SuperSonics for a fair amount of time and this was when he earned the majority of his present wealth. His net worth is believed to be at around $130 million. Last year, he and his partner Monique James celebrated their 20th year of marriage. They have been man and wife since the year 1997! The two have been blessed with three lovely kids: Julian, Gary Jr., and Raquel.
Gary Payton
Hakeem Olajuwon
Hakeem has been playing basketball ever since the tender age of 15! It is incredibly easy to see how he was able to enjoy a successful sports career during his time in college. His net worth is estimated to be $200 million and he is one of the richest players you’ll find here. His marriage was actually an arranged one but he is lucky that he is happily married to Dalia Asafi for more than twenty years now. The two have three girls together: Abi, Aisha, and Rahmah.
Hakeem Olajuwon
Ben Simmons
The Australian-born player has been playing for the Philadelphia 76s since the year 2016. It seems like he had not been particularly fortunate when it comes to his love life. He once dated Dylan Gonzales who was a famous collegiate basketball player herself. They were a beautiful couple but it was not meant to last. The pair split up sometime in 2017. More recently, Simmons has been reportedly dating the model and reality TV star Kendall Jenner.
Ben Simmons
Tristan Thompson
In 2016, Tristan Thompson was able to snag the NBA title together with his team, the Cleveland Cavaliers. He is the father to two kids. He had Prince with his ex Jordan Craig as well as a daughter named True with his current girlfriend Khloe Kardashian. Many fans speculate that he is on his way to becoming his team’s third-best paid player. He is expected to earn more than $17 million dollars in the upcoming season and another $18.5 million in the year after this one.
Tristan Thompson
Shaquille O’Neal
Even non-basketball players are familiar with the enigmatic figure that is Shaquille O’Neal. At 7″1′, he’s impossible to miss. The popular basketball star has hosted Inside the NBA as well as starred in several movies. His present net worth is believed to be somewhere around $400 million. Impressive! The NBA legend had been husband to Shaunie O’Neal between 2002 and 2011. Fortunately, he found love a second time with Laticia Rolles. They got engaged in 2016 and it made headlines since she accepted his proposal on social media. Her post read, “Yes I will. Today, tomorrow and forever yours.”
Shaquille O’Neal
Kevin Garnett
Kevin Garnett played for a grand total of 21 seasons before he finally decided it was time to retire. During this time, he played for teams like the Minnesota Timberwolves and the Boston Celtics. He also garnered about $190 million during the course of his career. It’s a good thing to know that he has his priorities straight. Did you know that he decided to pass on the Athens Olympic Games so that he can get married to Brandi Padilla? They have been married since their 2004 California ceremony and they have a pair of daughters together.
Kevin Garnett
Kevin Durant
Once upon a time, Kevin Durant was something of a ladies’ man. This was pretty much the reason everyone was shocked when he decided to commit to Jasmine Shine back in 2014. She prefers to keep their relationship on the down low so don’t expect to find a lot of information about them on the Internet. She doesn’t even have a significant presence on social media!
Kevin Durant
Chris Paul
Chris Paul has been enjoying a career that people have many reasons to be jealous of. Since his rookie years, he has been able to amass a wealth of around $75 million! He has been lucky in other things as well. For one thing, he is in a happy marriage with his college girlfriend Jada Crawley ever since 2011. It is endearing to know that the believes their relationship will last longer than his basketball career. Together, the two have a son called Christopher and a daughter called Camryn Alexis.
Chris Paul
Russell Westbrook
Russell Westbrook was first introduced to Nina Earl when they were both in college. In 2015, the two finally decided to knot and two years later, they welcomed a child to the world. The player has also been blessed with other good things in life over the years. He signed a five-year deal with the Oklahoma City Thunder, for one thing. The contract is believed to be worth $250 million if you can believe it. We’re sure it will help increase his present net worth of $41.5 million.
Russell Westbrook
Amar’e Stoudemire
Amar’e Stoudemire is quite the romantic, it seems! He allegedly asked Alexis Welch to marry him while they were visiting the Eiffel Tower. The fated wedding finally happened on December 12, 2012. It’s true that their relationship has been tested by an affair and an accompanying lovechild. We’re certainly glad to hear that they have been able to withstand these challenges!
Amar’e Stoudemire
Blake Griffin
Blake Griffin used to be the long-time boyfriend of Brynn Cameron who is related to Jordan Cameron from the NFL. The former couple actually has two kids together: Finley Elaine and Ford Wilson. They eventually separated, however, and soon after he began going out with Kendall Jenner. They, too, have called it quits and most recently, he was spotted with the musician Tinashe.
Blake Griffin
Kevin Love
Did you know that Kevin Love was working as an actor in Cleveland before he was able to sign with the Cavaliers? Well, he certainly has movie star appeal, that’s for sure. Aside from his good looks and successful basketball career, he has no problem going out with the loveliest ladies. In 2014, he began going out with the actress Cody Horn. She is well-known for appearing in the movie Magic Mike as the romantic interest of Channing Tatum’s character. Oh, and she is the offspring of Alan Horn, the present chairman of Walt Disney Studios. Unfortunately, Love and Horn eventually called it quits.
Kevin Love
Jermaine O’Neal
Jermaine and Mesha O’Neal have two lovely kids between them: Asija and Jermaine, Jr. Aside from playing in the NBA, Jermaine is also the owner of Bogota Entertainment, an Atlanta-based recording studio. At the moment, he is worth $70 million. Mesha, on the other hand, appeared on the TV show Basketball Wives. Did you know that they are devout Christians who take pride in their faith?
Jermaine O’Neal
Paul Pierce
Paul Pierce and Julie Landrum first met each other in the year 2006. Four years later, they walked down the aisle to make their relationship official. The couple have three wonderful kids: Prianna Lee, Prince Paul, and Adrian Tanya. The NBA star had also landed some advertising deals for brands like Attitude Drinks. They must have helped boost his net worth that is presently estimated to be $70 million.
Paul Pierce
Kawhi Leonard
Evidence shows that athletic skills can be found in the Leonard lineage. Kawhi himself is a prominent player in the NBA but it is worth mentioning that he also has a cousin in the NFL. The young man is definitely a talented basketball player and it goes without saying that his years on the court are the source of his wealth. The athlete has a net worth of $35.6 million. He exchanged vows with San Diego local Kishele Shipley and they welcomed a child to the world in 2016.
Kawhi Leonard
Junior Bridgeman
Junior Bridgeman was a renowned player for the teams Milwaukee Bucks and Los Angeles Lakers back in the 1970s. He retired after a grand total of 12 years in the NBA and he has since decided to focus his attention on business. Interestingly, he owns a Wendy’s and we bet it has only helped boost his fortune. He is believed to be worth an impressive $600 million! He has been happily married to Doris Bridgeman for over four decades now.
Junior Bridgeman
Lonzo Ball
There is no denying the fact that Lonzo Ball is his parents’ kid whenever he plays. LaVar and Tina Ball both enjoyed impressive amounts of success when they played ball on the collegiate level. However, it might not be something unusual in his family. After all, LiAngelo and LaMelo are both excellent players themselves. Did you know that this LA Lakers player is also a talented rapper? He is in a relationship with the beautiful Denise Garcia.
Lonzo Ball
Pat Riley
While Pat Riley is now better known for his coaching work, he was once a valuable player for the San Diego Rockets and Dallas Cowboys. You read that right! He once played both basketball and football. That’s quite the athletic prowess! He is presently the GM and President of the Miami Heat so it’s easy to see how he was able to amass a fortune of $80 million. He is the husband of Chris Rodstrom and they have a son between them.
Pat Riley
Michael Jordan
Basketball fan or not, we’re sure that you at least have an idea of who Michael Jordan is. That’s simply how iconic this basketball legend is. He landed some lucrative deals which only helped him boost his fortune. Of course, let’s not forget about his self-named brand Jordan under Nike. Aside from all of these business ventures, he is also the husband of model Yvette Prieto and the father to twin girls. This is not his first marriage, however, as he was formerly married to Juanita Vanoy.
Michael Jordan
Isaiah Thomas
Isaiah Thomas was once the Cleveland Cavaliers’ point guard but that is no longer the case. Nowadays, you’ll find him playing for the team Denver Nuggets instead. His non-celebrity girlfriend goes by the name of Kayla Wallace. It’s nothing short of adorable that the basketball star referred to his wedding day as the best day of his life. He is currently worth $20 million.
Isaiah Thomas
Stephon Marbury
Stephon Marbury and LaTasha became man and wife in a wedding ceremony back in 2002. The two have been blessed with three great kids between them. Stephon’s hard work has clearly paid off and he currently has a net worth of $45 million. It’s interesting to know that he started playing in the Chinese Basketball Association alongside the Beijing Ducks. It goes without saying that this new stage of his career began after the time he spent with the Milwaukee Bucks. The man is also incredibly kind and charitable. In fact, he donated $1 million to Hurricane Katrina victims in 2005.
Stephon Marbury
Mike Bibby
Mike Bibby participated in 14 seasons before he retired to go back to his hometown. There, he decided to start a career in coaching. He is currently worth $60 million. He got married to his childhood girlfriend Darcy with whom he has four children. How adorable is it that he has a tattoo of her name on his wrist? They lead quiet personal lives and you’ll be hard-pressed to find intimate details about their relationship by searching online.
Mike Bibby
DeMar DeRozan
Rare is the player who can make it to the NBA All-Stars. Rarer still is the ability to make it to the roster three times in a span of four years. Nonetheless, DeMar DeRozan made it happen. It’s also impressive to know that he had a $139 million five-year deal with the Toronto Raptors! When it comes to his personal life, he has a pair of daughters with his wife Kiara Morrison.
DeMar DeRozan
Carmelo Anthony
Here’s an interesting tidbit: Carmelo Anthony is one of the few people who have a no-trade clause. Yep, he has joined the ranks of NBA big shots like Dirk Nowitzki and LeBron James. Right now, he has a net worth of $80 million but we’re sure that this amount is set to increase at a moment’s notice. He still has a balance of $100 million from his contract, after all. He married Total Request Live host La La Anthony in the year 2010. He has two kids, one with an ex-girlfriend and one with La La.
Carmelo Anthony
Vlade Divac
When you stand at a height of 7″1′, it must be difficult to remain inconspicuous. Aside from his impressive height, the Sacramento Kings general manager was able to clock 13,000 points and 1,000 games during the entire length of his career in the NBA. The athlete has also made history by becoming the first person born outside of the United States to have participated in so many games. He was paid up to $93 million when he was a player but these days he is believed to be worth $45 million. He is married to his beautiful wife Snezana.
Vlade Divac
Tracy McGrady
T-Mac is the kind of player that you wanted to be on your team. He has since retired, however, at least from basketball. Nowadays, he focuses a lot more on baseball. He is worth about $80 million and married to the lovely CleRenda Harris. She is known for her dedication to the women’s initiative Project P.U.S.H. The couple were first introduced in 2006 and they are the parents to three great children.
Tracy McGrady
Magic Johnson
Magic Johnson is another iconic basketball player who was once a household name among fans. He is currently worth an impressive $600 million! You might not know this but he remains active in the industry though he prefers to work behind the scenes these days. He is actually a co-owner of the L.A. Dodgers and the president of the L.A. Lakers. He got married to Earlitha “Cookie” Kelly in 1991 and they have a son named EJ and a daughter called Elisa. He is also the father to Andre Johnson, who was born to his ex-partner Melissa Mitchel. Interestingly, he is a Christian and he never fails to emphasize the role of faith in his family.
Magic Johnson
Andre Iguodala
Andre Iguodala has been active in the NBA for some time now, though he only truly garnered attention when he was recruited for the U.S. national team. He might be famous, but the G.S. Warriors’ shooting guard and small forward prefers to live a quiet life. He is the father of two kids, one with an ex-girlfriend and another with his present wife Christina Gutierrez. It’s fascinating to know that they were childhood sweethearts, though they clearly had some rough patches. They finally got married in the year 2015.
Andre Iguodala
Kyle Lowry
Kyle Lowry has impressed many basketball fans when he showed off his skills while playing for the U.S. national team. He has become a fan favorite ever since he helped the team take home the title during the Summer Olympics of 2016. He signed a $100 million contract with the Toronto Raptors and he is currently worth approximately $58 million. He is happily married to Ayahna Cornish Lowry, with whom he has two sons.
Kyle Lowry
Alonzo Mourning
You probably don’t need to be convinced about the fact that Alonzo Mourning deserves a spot in the NBA Hall of Fame. He must have earned a lot of money while he was playing for the Miami Heat and the Charlotte Hornets. He got married to Tracy Wilson in 1997 and they have three kids between them. They also spearheaded the Honey Shine Mentoring Program in order to help the education of girls in the Miami area.
Alonzo Mourning
Chris Bosh
Chris Bosh might be with the Toronto Raptors, but he also played alongside the Miami Heat for quite some time. His $50 million net worth is pretty impressive, but it doesn’t compare to his philanthropic tendencies. He advocates for children’s literacy and founded the Chris Bosh Foundation to help children in Texas. On the other hand, his other half Adrienne Bosh is making waves as a beauty entrepreneur. She runs a Miami boutique shop called Sparkle and Shine Darling.
Chris Bosh
Landry Fields
Landry Fields was propelled to stardom when he was taken in by the New York Knicks during the second round of the 2010 NBA Draft. Two years later, he signed a $20 million contract with the Toronto Raptors. However, it appears that his career was not meant to last and he is busy as a college scout nowadays. We hope he was able to save up some of his cash from his heyday. It’s a great thing that his wife model Elaine Alden and their two sons are there to brighten up his day.
Landry Fields
Larry Bird
Larry Bird is probably one of the most successful player that the sports industry has ever seen. He is definitely among the most awarded, that’s for sure. Did you know that he won MVP, Executive of the Year, and Coach of the Year during different points in his career? Impressive, right? When it comes to his playing years, he is best remembered for his time with the Boston Celtics. He has been with Dinah Mattingly since 1989 and they have two adopted children together.
Larry Bird
Marko Jaric
Marko Jaric is a popular man but his high-profile wife is no stranger to the spotlight either. Adriana Lima is a celebrated supermodel who is one of the prominent Victoria’s Secret Angels. They walked down the aisle on February 14, 2009 and have two kids together. Sadly, they called it quits in 2014.
Marko Jaric
Jason Kidd
Former point guard Jason Kidd was most recently active in the NBA as the Head Coach of the Milwaukee Bucks. This was his role until the 2018 mid-season. Luckily, he still has his beautiful family to keep him afloat. He exchanged vows with the American celebrity Porschla Coleman in September 2011.
Jason Kidd
Al Horford
Atlanta Hawks power forward Al Horford got married to Amelia Vega in December 2011. Did you know that the lovely bride was also the first Dominican to ever receive the title of Miss Universe? The gorgeous pair became man and wife in a ceremony in the Dominican Republic, where the two of them were born and raised.
Al Horford
David Lee
It’s true that Boston Celtics power forward David Lee is no longer with actress Sabina Gadecki but we might as well mention them regardless. We’re sure you’ll agree with us when we say she must be one of the best-looking NBA partners in history.
David Lee
J.J. Barea
Dallas Mavericks point guard J.J. Barea was once together with Miss Universe 2006 Zuleyka Rivera. They have a son called Sebastian Jose Barea Rivera together. Unfortunately, they decided to go their separate ways in April 2013.
J.J. Barea
Nick Young
For some reason, not a lot of fans know that Nick Young and Iggy Azalea used to date each other. Yep, it might sound unbelievable but it is nonetheless true. They were serious enough to get engaged on June 1, 2015. However, they split up a year after. It has yet to be confirmed but the grapevine says that Nick’s affairs were the cause of the breakup.
Nick Young
Earl Watson
Remember Claire Kyle from the American sitcom My Wife and Kids? Well, the actress Jennifer Freeman is currently dating Earl Watson who is the current Head Coach for the Phoenix Suns. They look great together! We definitely approve.
Earl Watson
Devin Harris
Devin Harris and Meghan Allen exchanged their vows sometime in 2013. These two first came out to the public on The Howard Stern Show. The lovely couple have two beautiful kids between them.
Devin Harris
Peja Stojakovic
Whew, it’s a good thing that the rumors about the separation of Peja Stojakovic and aleka Kamila turned out to be false. While Peja was a fantastic basketball player, Aleka is a successful woman by herself. She is a well-established Greek model and has appeared in Esquire, Marie Claire, and Madame. What a striking pair these two make!
Peja Stojakovic
Dwayne Wade
There is no denying the fact that Gabrielle Union is a charming woman. She is both a model and an actress, though you probably best remember her from the teen flick Bring It On. Did you know that she also went out with Jason Kidd when they were kids? Apparently, he wasn’t the best boyfriend and even broke up with her in front of her dad! Well, she must be happy that she is now dating Dwayne Wade instead.
Andrei Kirilenko
Fascinatingly, Andrei Kirilenko first met his future wife Masha when she was working for Nike. They tied the knot in 2001, though they don’t follow traditional marriage conventions. Apparently Masha has granted her husband the permission to go to bed with another woman once a year. It’s not something we would go for but whatever works! The couple has been blessed with three kids.
Andrei Kirilenko
Matt Barnes
Gloria Govan became the center of attention when she appeared on the TV show Basketball Wives. Of course, she was then married to the Memphis Grizzlies’ power forward Matt Batt Barnes. The two went their own ways in 2014 but only after speculations of domestic violence were heard through the grapevine.
Matt Barnes
Pau Gasol
You’re probably wondering about the woman who was able to steal Pau Gasol’s heart. We have your back. She is none other than Silvia Castro, a talented dancer and gymnast. It’s great to hear that the two of them are living together and engaged. Thankfully, the nasty rumors are just nasty rumors and nothing more.
Pau Gasol
Kobe Bryant
Kobe Bryant and his wife Vanessa Laine-Bryant probably make up the most popular basketball couple in the industry. While it’s undeniable that they have a stormy relationship, we’re glad to know that they are still going strong. The two actually wanted to get a divorce back in 2011 but decided not to proceed. They have a pair of daughters together.
Kobe Bryant
Charlie Bell
R&B musical artist and Miss Michigan Kenya Howard is yet another individual who appeared on Basketball Wives. She was the other half of basketball player Charlie Bell. The marriage eventually ended up in a divorce, unfortunately.
Charlie Bell
Ray Allen
Ray Allen was once an incredibly popular basketball player. He is in a happy marriage with the lovely Shannon Walker Williams. The actress and singer actually made appearances in Girlfight and One More Time. The two of them exchanged their vows on August 16, 2008. They have four kids together.
Ray Allen
Jason Maxiell
Couples all go through their fair share of challenges but it’s probably safe to say that Jason and Brandi Maxiell had to go through more things than usual. The latter was diagnosed with ovarian cancer and it was a difficult moment for the whole family. Jason shaved his hair to show his love for her. Luckily, Brandi was able to fully recover. They decided to celebrate by going all the way to Africa for their honeymoon.
Jason Maxiell
Dan Gadzuric
Dan Gadzuric of the Milwaukee Bucks was once married to Lisette Gadzuric. They were blessed with two great kids but they eventually decided to split up. Despite the divorce, she made the decision to keep his last name. She was last linked to Anthony Pettis of UFC fame.
Dan Gadzuric
Wayne Ellington
Wayne Ellington was starting his NBA career when he met Drexel University student Amanda Altschuler. While they broke up in 2014 for some time, they eventually found their way back to each other. Sadly, it simply wasn’t meant to be. They got engaged for a while but eventually called it quits for good.
Wayne Ellington
Serge Ibaka
Serge Ibaka is quite the lucky guy and we’re pretty jealous of him. His athletic prowess is already impressive enough but the fact that he is going out with Keri Hilson is more reason to hate him. When you watch a Raptors games, you might just see the singer-songwriter in the crowd!
Serge Ibaka
Andre Drummond
Younger basketball fans will remember Jennette McCurdy as the best friend Sam on the Nickelodeon show iCarly. Did you know that this petite beauty once went out with Andre Drummond? Sadly, it was a short-lived affair that ended in a lot of hostility.
Andre Drummond
Kosta Koufos
Kosta Koufos is the center for the Sacramento Kings but don’t forget that he is also the man lucky enough to be engaged to Leia Sergakis. The lovely lady was a contestant in the 2012 Miss Utah competition.
Kosta Koufos
Daniel Gibson
R&B fans probably know Keyshia Cole. We wonder if they know that the talented musical artist was once married to Daniel Gibson. She and the Cleveland Cavaliers baller actually have a child together. Unfortunately, they broke up in the year 2014.
Daniel Gibson
Klay Thompson
Hannah Stocking and Klay Thompson were together for a while if you can believe it. Sadly, their relationship simply did not work out. Too bad! They must have been adorable together.
Klay Thompson
Kevin Love
Kevin Love is something of a ladies’ man, but we bet you didn’t know that he got into an engagement with actress Cody Horn for a while. They are lovely together, don’t you think? Unfortunately, they called it quits in 2015.
Kevin Love
Iman Shumpert
The Sacramento Kings player got married to R&B musical artist Teyana Taylor. His musician wife gave birth to a daughter on December 16, 2015 in their home. They called the little girl Iman Tayla Shumpert Jr.
Iman Shumpert