Jalen Brunson is the New York Knicks’ top scorer and assist leader as they head into the NBA Finals on June 3rd against the San Antonio Spurs.
But it’s the depth chart at home that really motivates the 29-year-old these days.
Jalen told Yahoo Sports in February that he simply wanted to wish his daughter goodnight, and he truly values those special moments.
Jalen Brunson, a Villanova alumnus aiming to bring a championship to the Knicks for the first time since 1973, is a father to his 22-month-old daughter, Jordyn, with his wife, Ali Marks. His relationship with Ali, which began at Adlai E. Stevenson High School in Illinois—where he proposed to her in the gym after being honored in the school’s athletic hall of fame in 2022—has been a constant source of support, helping the 6-foot-2 guard excel in his career.
Jalen told People magazine that she has always been his support, and he feels fortunate to have her, after they got married in July 2023.
According to Ali, Jalen has always been deeply committed to basketball, but he’s remained true to his playful personality. Ali told People magazine that it’s been wonderful to see him thrive in New York without letting success change who he is – he’s always been genuine with his family and himself.
Jalen recently told Vanity Fair that he generally likes to keep his days off relaxed, but he does enjoy double dates with his Knicks teammate Josh Hart and Hart’s wife, Shannon Phillips.
Jalen joked that their wives would probably notice they’d just spent time together, but they’d respond with a casual, ‘So what?’
Josh and Shannon were high school sweethearts, growing up together in Silver Spring, Maryland. Shannon went on to become a nurse and played soccer at the University of Miami Baltimore County, while Josh played basketball at Villanova University in Pennsylvania.
But Josh, 31, knew she was the one when he caught her reaction to his ejection from a game in 2018.
He told the New York Times that she had just texted him something like ‘Woosah.’ He immediately started laughing and realized she was ‘the one’ – even at his angriest, the message managed to calm him down.
They tied the knot in August 2021 and share 3-year-old twin sons, Hendrix Aaron and Haze Dana.
Shannon told the Times that her husband brings the same energy and passion he shows on the basketball court back home with him. She said he’s always there for her, supporting her through nursing school, her athletic pursuits, raising their children, and even during her pregnancy.
Or, as Josh put it, “If she likes it, I love it.”
Karl-Anthony Towns, the Knicks center, received a special assist from his girlfriend, Jordyn Woods, who accepted his Christmas Day proposal. The couple has been dating for five years, and Towns is 30 years old.
They were friends for several years before publicly becoming a couple in September 2020. This came five months after Karl-Anthony’s mother sadly passed away due to complications from COVID-19.
He shared on Jordyn’s 2021 Instagram series, Regular-ish, that he relied on her because she truly understood what he was going through and how he felt.
Jordyn shared that she enjoys dating a close friend, explaining, “We already know and understand each other really well.”
These successful Knicks players aren’t alone in finding love that complements their careers. Here’s a look at the romantic lives of other popular NBA stars and how their relationships are going.
As a huge fan, I was so thrilled to see Jordyn Woods get proposed to by Karl-Anthony Towns! It was the Christmas wish she’d been hoping for, apparently. She shared a picture on Instagram of Karl getting down on one knee at this amazing rooftop bar in New York City, Overstory, and captioned it with a cute ‘Marry Christmas!’ It was such a sweet and romantic moment, and I couldn’t be happier for them both.
Although the large engagement ring she’s had since 2024 has gotten a lot of attention, what really makes their relationship work is simply enjoying each other’s company. Back in 2021, after a year of dating, she shared on her Instagram series, Regular-ish, that she loves dating her best friend. They have a deep understanding of each other – knowing each other’s personalities and having supported each other through both good and difficult times.
Coco Jones wasn’t trying to keep her relationship with basketball player Donovan Mitchell a secret, she simply wasn’t ready to talk about it publicly. During a March 2025 interview on Club Shay Shay, the singer explained she prefers openness and doesn’t want to feel like she or her partner need to hide. She doesn’t want to feel possessive either.
The actress from Bel-Air explained that she values her privacy, saying, “I’m focused on protecting myself, my family, and the people I care about.”
It seems she’s truly happy with her fiancé, the seven-time NBA All-Star, who proposed by the ocean in July 2025 and even shared drone footage of the moment. As she prepares for her wedding, she described the feeling to TopMob News at the 2026 Grammys as something beyond words. Despite attending countless events and being involved in extensive planning and fittings, she said this experience is uniquely special and ‘unexplainable.’
When Jayson Tatum, the star forward for the Boston Celtics, seriously injured his Achilles tendon during the 2025 playoffs, he considered giving up basketball. As he told TopMob News, he initially thought, “I’ve done enough.” However, the support of his family motivated him to keep playing, reminding him of those he would disappoint if he quit. He ultimately decided to continue, fueled by their encouragement.
He was thinking about his sons, Deuce (from a previous relationship) and Dylan, as well as his girlfriend, singer Ella Mai. The six-time All-Star explained that he wanted to use the situation as a lesson for his kids, showing them the challenges he faced and the importance of making good choices. He emphasized that we all have choices in life and should think carefully about which ones we make.
She and her partner, the artist known for “Boo’d Up,” intentionally kept their five-year relationship private. In a December 2025 interview with Capital XTRA, she explained that because she hadn’t publicly announced it, people were unsure how to talk about it. However, she made it clear she isn’t hiding the fact that they have a child together. “I have a child,” she stated.
She’s quite gifted, and she’s mindful of how she introduces her passion to her son. “I don’t want to force my music on him,” she explained to TopMob, speaking about their child’s arrival in 2024. “I want him to enjoy it naturally, not feel like I’m constantly pushing it on him.” So, she makes an effort to play music around him often.
You know, I always say the best relationships start with a solid foundation of friendship, and Joel Embiid and Anne de Palma are a perfect example. I heard the story of how they first met back in 2018 – it wasn’t exactly love at first sight! They were introduced at a dinner through a friend, but Joel took things slow. As Anne told ESPN, it really blossomed from a beautiful friendship, which is honestly the sweetest way to begin any lasting connection.
Both of them moved to the U.S. – he came from Cameroon as a teenager to pursue basketball, and she, a Brazilian model, started working at just 14 years old. They quickly discovered they both spoke French and enjoyed playing soccer. “We talked on FaceTime every day for a while,” de Palma explained, but she soon realized he was exceptionally supportive. “He’s just naturally motivating.”
In September 2020, three years after first appearing in the SI Swimsuit issue, the model and the seven-time All-Star welcomed their son, Arthur – named in honor of the couple’s younger brother who tragically died in a car accident in 2014. They later married in the Hamptons. De Palma told ESPN that the 76ers center inspires everyone around him to be their best, describing him as the ideal person to have in your life.
A’ja Wilson, a star player for the Las Vegas Aces and a four-time WNBA MVP (as of 2025), is a strong support system for her boyfriend, Bam Adebayo. After Adebayo, a star center for the Miami Heat, broke Kobe Bryant’s record with an incredible 83-point game against the Washington Wizards on March 10, 2026, he acknowledged her as a key part of his success.
It’s really special to see her play her first game here,” said the three-time All-Star in a video posted on social media by the NBA. “Everything she does behind the scenes – the training, the talks we have – is incredibly motivating. Seeing her play is inspiring, and I’m so grateful to have her in my life.
She also expressed gratitude to those who helped her along the way. When the University of South Carolina honored her with a jersey retirement in 2025, Wilson said, “I owe everything I am today to the love, support, and sacrifices of so many people. It was wonderful to have my closest family and friends watching from the stands, especially a very special Olympian who traveled to be there.”
WNBA star Angel Reese recently said on her podcast, Unapologetically Angel, that she’s decided to keep her romantic life private. She explained that she won’t be publicly announcing any relationships until she’s married. While she might go on dates, she won’t be posting about any partners on social media – ‘You’re going to have to catch me,’ she joked.
Rumors are swirling that WNBA star Angel Reese, nicknamed ‘Bayou Barbie,’ is dating Orlando Magic center Wendell Carter Jr. Reese hinted at the relationship on TikTok, posting a video of a beautiful rose arrangement with the caption, “That’s a sign!” Further fueling the speculation, Carter Jr. was spotted at the 2025 WNBA All-Star game wearing a t-shirt with Reese’s face on it.
As a lifestyle expert, I’m always fascinated by how couples support each other, and this is a sweet example! The incredible NCAA champion, who you’ll soon see on season two of The Hunting Wives, showed her support for her partner by attending a Magic game in December 2025. She even wore a jersey with a lovely message – “My Man” – right on it! It’s just a really cute way to publicly celebrate your relationship.
Model Winnie Harlow is still in the early stages of planning her wedding to Milwaukee Bucks player Kyle Kuzma. She told TopMob News in September 2025, seven months after his Valentine’s Day proposal in Turks and Caicos, that they’re working to finalize the details so they can begin making arrangements.
I’m aiming for a fun, tropical feel,” the former America’s Next Top Model contestant shared. “I definitely want sunshine and lots of dancing – that’s just my style.
Kyle Kuzma is sure to contribute with important plays on the court, especially after his recent engagement. He revealed to Vogue that he didn’t ask his fiancée about her ring preferences beforehand. Instead, he designed an 8.5-carat ring based on his impression of her – aiming for a look that was both elegant and classic, yet simple.
Oh my gosh, you guys, I was there at the Grizzlies game on Thanksgiving 2024, and it was insane! Our girl GloRilla was losing it when Brandon Ingram made that play – seriously, she was so happy! She told Complex later that was all she was going to say about it, but you could tell how much she loved it! I mean, it was a moment, okay? A total moment!
She excitedly responded to the two-time All-Star (now playing for the Toronto Raptors) with a simple, “Let’s go!” However, after over a year together, she explained to Complex that they prefer to keep their relationship private. “I don’t want to discuss it too much, and we generally don’t make many public appearances,” she said.
Occasionally, she’ll really show off her skills. In a January 2026 Instagram post, she wrote, “Might let him dunk like he dunks the balllll.”
Long before LeBron James won championships with teammates like Dwyane Wade, Kyrie Irving, and Anthony Davis, Savannah Brinson was his biggest supporter. They first met on a date at an Outback Steakhouse in Akron, Ohio, and at the time, Savannah – a cheerleader and softball player – had no idea the basketball star from a rival high school would become an NBA legend. As she told Harper’s Bazaar, she initially thought he’d simply be a local hero, and that would be the end of it.
Oh my gosh, can you believe it? Years later, she actually married the top pick from the 2003 draft! The wedding was INSANE – seriously, a total who’s who of celebrities. And get this – Beyoncé and Jay-Z were there, performing “Crazy in Love”! I nearly fainted when I saw the pictures. It was a dream come true, even just witnessing it from afar!
Seriously, can you even believe how amazing LeBron is? He’s living the dream with his family in this incredible $23 million mansion in L.A. – the same place where he’s dominating with the Lakers! I was reading one of his posts from November 2019, and it just gets me. He said everything he accomplishes, on and off the court, is all thanks to his wife. He literally said he’s just the car, and she’s the engine! Like, how sweet is that? She’s the one who makes everything go, and I’m just completely obsessed with them both!
Kawhi Leonard, the Los Angeles Clippers forward and two-time Defensive Player of the Year, is very private about his personal life. He and his longtime partner, Kishele Shipley, who both attended San Diego State University, have been together for over a decade, but they haven’t publicly confirmed whether they are married. Fans were surprised to find out in April 2019 that Leonard missed a game because Shipley had given birth to their second child, a son named Mark Leonard. Neither Leonard nor Shipley has a public Instagram account.
According to former coach Gregg Popovich, Kawhi Leonard isn’t interested in fame. Even his daughter, Kaliyah Leonard, wasn’t fazed by the excitement – when the Toronto Raptors won the championship in 2019, the four-year-old found a cozy spot to nap during the victory parade!
It’s surprising, but NBA star Steph Curry was initially rejected when he tried to kiss his now-wife, Ayesha. Back when Steph was playing college basketball at Davidson, Ayesha actually turned away when he went in for a kiss during a get-together with friends from their youth group.
She happily shared with TopMob News’ Jason Kennedy in October 2017, “We got a second chance!” A few years after their first kiss at her parents’ house in Charlotte, he proposed in the same spot. He later told Parents magazine it felt like a scene from the movie The Notebook.
After getting married in 2011, Ayesha and her husband soon discovered they were expecting their first child, little Riley, who would later become known for charming the media. Ayesha worried this would make it difficult to establish herself in her career.
Over a decade ago, she expanded her family with three more children—daughter Ryan in 2015, and sons Canon in 2018 and Caius in 2024—and built a successful lifestyle brand. Now, she’s thriving as a cookbook author, TV personality, model, and philanthropist.
Please don’t refer to her as a “basketball wife.” As she cleverly noted to ABC News, “My husband wouldn’t call himself a ‘chef’s wife,’ so the label doesn’t really fit.”
It’s sweet when someone consistently shows who they are! Back in 2016, basketball player Bradley Beal took his now-wife on a Ferris wheel ride in Las Vegas and asked her to be his girlfriend. Four years and two sons, Bradley Jr. and Braylon, later, he recreated the moment with a similar Ferris wheel ride in Maryland. In a clip from January 2020, the three-time All-Star proposed, asking her to be his wife.
Of course, I said ‘yes!’ There’s truly no one else I’d rather share my life with. We welcomed our third son, Braxton, in 2022, just before making our commitment official. I’m so grateful for how he’s helped me grow into the woman I am today, and for always pushing me to be my best self, every single day.
Ayahna Cornish-Lowry, a star basketball player at St. Joe’s in the mid-2000s, is more than just a fan in the stands. She told the Canadian website The Kit in 2019 that she likes being near the game, and as a mother to sons Karter and Kameron Lowry, she doesn’t only watch her husband, Kyle Lowry, play.
She’s not just watching Kyle; she studies the entire Philadelphia 76ers’ offense. She explains, “I try to get a feel for the whole game, the whole team, and understand what they’re doing. I enjoy analyzing it as a basketball fan.”
She isn’t hesitant to share her opinions on how the six-time All-Star and Olympic gold medalist is playing. She explained that he often seeks her input, even during game timeouts – they’ve been close since high school at Cardinal Dougherty in Philadelphia. She tries to subtly point out things she notices, hoping he’ll understand and adjust his game.
Draymond Green, the Warriors’ energetic and four-time All-Star, is known for being direct and bold. So it wasn’t surprising that his January 2019 proposal to Hazel Renee was an elaborate affair. He swept her away in a helicopter to a yacht surrounded by their loved ones, including their children, Olive Jay and Draymond Jamal Green Jr. He presented her with a stunning six-carat diamond ring from Jason of Beverly Hills, and the news was even shared with the press by none other than Golden State coach Steve Kerr.
The couple had originally planned to renew their wedding vows during a trip to the Olympics, but COVID-19 changed those plans. Instead, they welcomed their daughter, Cash, in October 2020, which became a new and special milestone for them.
He shared in a 2020 birthday message that our life together has been incredible. He added that through everything, good and bad, she’s always been the strength of our family.
After getting married in 2022—with photos of their wedding featured in Vogue—they welcomed their daughter, Hunni, in 2023, and another child in February 2026.
Sacramento Kings point guard Russell Westbrook is famous for his scoring, but he happily played the supportive husband in a March 2020 Instagram video, enthusiastically cheering on his wife, Nina, as she made shot after shot. Nina, who is now a licensed marriage and couples therapist, was a star athlete herself at UCLA. The couple first connected when she noticed a young, talented Westbrook playfully winking at her after scoring a fast break dunk. After the game, she complimented his performance, and he reportedly responded by saying he played with extra motivation because he had someone special to play for.
After more than ten years, they continue to run their Why Not? foundation while also raising their son Noah and twin daughters Skye and Jordyn. They still manage to enjoy simple dates like dinner and a movie. She recently shared on Father’s Day that there’s nothing he wouldn’t do to make their children happy, calling him a fun-loving and devoted dad.
It’s become a running joke whether Kevin Love, the Utah Jazz player, or Kate Bock, a frequent cover model for Sports Illustrated‘s Swimsuit Issue since 2013, gets more attention in the magazine. Luckily, Love isn’t jealous! He publicly congratulated Bock on her 2020 cover, writing that it perfectly captured her beauty and expressing how proud he was of her.
I’m so happy to share that the incredibly sweet couple finally tied the knot! After a romantic proposal during a birthday celebration back in January 2021, they said ‘I do’ at the stunning New York Public Library. It was a beautiful event for the five-time All-Star and his partner.
Kate, the founder of Love Kate, told Vogue they wanted their wedding to feel like an old-fashioned, black-and-white New York City party inspired by The Great Gatsby. Planning the overall theme was simple, she explained, but getting all the little details right—like choosing the right fabric, figuring out the seating arrangement, and deciding where to get ready—was the challenging part.
The couple quickly began preparing for a new chapter in their lives, welcoming their daughter James in June 2023, followed by her younger sister, Leighton, on Valentine’s Day in 2025.
It’s clear Chris Paul is a big deal in the basketball world when you look at who attended his 2011 wedding in Charlotte. LeBron James and his wife were in the wedding party, and the guest list read like a who’s who of stars, including Dwyane Wade, Carmelo Anthony, Gabrielle Union, LaLa Anthony, Ludacris, and Kevin Hart. Robin Thicke even provided the music for the event!
Although a performance by gospel singer BeBe Winans and a beautiful display of around 10,000 roses, orchids, and hydrangeas added to the event, the Thunder’s 12-time All-Star values his key teammate above all else.
From the moment they met at Wake Forest University, he’s been deeply in love with Jada, praising her support through everything. The retired basketball player told Essence magazine that Jada, a mother to Christopher II and Camryn, has always been there for him. He emphasized that a basketball career is finite, but his connection with Jada is genuine and they truly enjoy each other’s company.
When it comes to accolades in the Horford family, it’s actually Al Horford’s wife who’s the real star. Amelia Vega is a model and singer who was crowned both Miss Dominican Republic in 2002 and Miss Universe in 2003.
Even though it took a couple of encounters – first at the Latin Pride Awards in Boston and then four years later while collaborating on a campaign for children with cancer – the five-time All-Star, who was born in the Dominican Republic, quickly felt sure he’d met his life partner.
I quickly realized she was the one for me – it just felt natural,” the Warriors player shared with Latina magazine in 2013. “I used to tease others and be skeptical about love, but with her, I felt a genuine connection and knew I wanted to spend my life with her.
After more than ten years of marriage, the University of Florida athlete says life with his wife and their five children—Ean, Alía, Ava, Nova, and Mila—is wonderful. He describes them as building a beautiful life together, alongside his wife who owns a boutique in Miami.
In 2008, while playing as a freshman for UCLA’s basketball team, Jrue Holiday was mistaken for his teammate Darren Collison by a fan at a women’s basketball game. Lauren Holiday, a soccer player at UCLA, playfully intervened, telling the fan, “Don’t worry, you’re cuter than Darren.”
Their first meeting was incredibly sweet, but what happened next was even more remarkable. After retiring from the national women’s team, the World Cup champion and two-time Olympic gold medalist discovered she had a brain tumor while nearly five months pregnant. Without hesitation, her husband, Jrue, took a leave of absence from his NBA career in 2016 to support her through the successful removal of the tumor.
As a parent myself, I’m always touched by genuine expressions of love, and I recently came across a beautiful Father’s Day message that really resonated with me. Lauren shared how her husband shows them what unconditional love truly means, being there for their children, Jrue and Hendricks, through thick and thin. She emphasized that even on challenging days, his love and support never waver – it’s a powerful reminder of what being a devoted dad looks like.
Not long after finishing his college basketball career at Butler University, retired forward Gordon Hayward took a chance and proposed to Robyn Hayward, a recent high school graduate, on Christmas Eve in 2013. They married the following May, and the couple, both athletes—Robyn excelled in volleyball during high school—have been growing their family ever since.
In September 2020, Gordon welcomed his son, Theo, joining his daughters Bernie, Charlie, and Nora, while he was playing with the Boston Celtics in the NBA bubble.
It’s amazing watching my husband and I navigate life with our four little ones! Even though we’re constantly adjusting to a zone defense with so many kids, we’re still joking about having even more. I shared a post recently describing each of their personalities – Bernie is such a sweet and gentle soul, Charlie is wonderfully independent and marches to the beat of her own drum, Nora is a fearless little leader who definitely keeps our youngest, Theo, in line, and Theo himself is just the most laid-back baby. Honestly, that’s what life with four kids under five looks like for us, and I even tagged my husband, Gordon Hayward, asking if he was up for round five!
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