There’s no doubt LeBron James has got game.
Basketball fans constantly argue about who the greatest player of all time is—is it Michael Jordan, Kobe Bryant, or perhaps Kareem Abdul-Jabbar? But when this power forward starts the playoffs with the L.A. Lakers, he’ll be entering his 19th playoff series in a 23-season career.
And his skills aren’t limited to the hardwood.
LeBron James, now 41, first tried to win over his future wife, Savannah, when they were teenagers attending different high schools in Ohio. Before becoming a basketball legend aiming for his fifth championship with multiple teams, he was simply a young man asking a girl out for dinner at Applebee’s with his friends.
LeBron shared in a 2018 interview with The Hollywood Reporter that his wife, Savannah, was by his side during very difficult times. He explained that she supported him even when he was just a high school student with no resources or attention – ‘no cameras, no lights.’ He emphasized her unwavering support, saying he wouldn’t be where he is today without her.
A few weeks after they first met at Applebee’s, LeBron asked her out on a date to Outback Steakhouse. It was during that date that he really swept her off her feet.
She told Harper’s Bazaar in 2010 that she realized he loved her when she accidentally left her dinner in his car. He brought the leftovers to her, and she believes he just wanted an excuse to visit her again.
LeBron James and his wife are now parents to three children: 21-year-old Bronny James, who also plays for the Lakers, 18-year-old Bryce James, and 11-year-old Zhuri James. They’ve been a close-knit family since the beginning.
LeBron wasn’t the only future NBA player to find love young. Steph Curry actively pursued Ayesha Curry, a fellow member of his youth group, when they were both teenagers.
She told Jimmy Kimmel that on their first date in L.A., she picked him up in her 1998 Astro van. They went to Madame Tussauds wax museum, and since they were both really young – she was 18, he was 19 – she thought it explained things a bit. They also got chai tea lattes.
Their family quickly grew to include four children: Riley, 13, Ryan, 10, Canon, 7, and Caius, who is 23 months old.
With the NBA playoffs starting on April 18th, we’re revealing who the players consider their true MVPs – the people who support them off the court. We’re sharing some interesting facts about how stars like Jayson Tatum, Joel Embiid, and Draymond Green perform in their personal lives.
Jordyn Woods got exactly what she wished for this Christmas: a proposal from Karl-Anthony Towns! The model playfully wrote “Marry Christmas” on Instagram, along with a photo of the basketball player proposing to her at Overstory, a stylish bar on the 64th floor of a New York City skyscraper.
Although her impressive engagement ring, which 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 loved dating her best friend. They have a deep understanding of each other—knowing each other’s personalities and hearts, through both good times and difficult ones, having already overcome many challenges together.
Klay Thompson and Megan Thee Stallion clearly had a memorable time together. In February 2026, Megan shared on Instagram about their trip to the British Virgin Islands, saying she didn’t want it to end and that they “had a time.”
A Caribbean vacation was a nice gesture, but Dallas Mavericks guard Luka Dončić really impressed rapper Megan Thee Stallion with a gift: a beautiful, light blue Bentley worth around $200,000. It was a truly extravagant and memorable present. However, if Luka is looking for ideas for next year, proposing to his girlfriend might be a good move.
I was so thrilled to see Hilary Knight and Brittany Bowe announce their engagement! They shared the news in a sweet YouTube video back in February 2026, and it honestly got me thinking… I’m putting it out there to the universe – I’m manifesting my own engagement too! It’s good vibes only, and I’m hoping for some exciting news of my own soon.
Coco Jones wasn’t trying to keep her relationship with basketball player Donovan Mitchell a secret, she simply wasn’t ready to share the details publicly. During a March 2025 interview on Club Shay Shay, Jones explained she prefers openness and doesn’t want to feel like she or her partner needs to be hidden. She values not feeling possessive in a relationship.
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 really needs the support of the seven-time NBA All-Star, who publicly shared a video of his beachside proposal in July 2025. She described entering her “bridal era” as an incredible feeling, telling TopMob News at the 2026 Grammys, “I’ve experienced so much – events, planning, fittings, amazing outfits – but this is something completely different and beyond words.”
When Jayson Tatum suffered a serious Achilles injury during the 2025 playoffs, he considered retiring from basketball. As the Boston Celtics star forward told TopMob News, he briefly thought, “I’ve done enough.” However, he ultimately decided to keep playing because of the support of his family and not wanting to disappoint them. He admitted this after winning the championship in 2024.
He brought his sons, Deuce (from a previous relationship) and Dylan, along with his girlfriend, singer Ella Mai. The six-time All-Star said he wanted to use the moment as a teaching opportunity for his kids. He explained that he wanted to show them the challenges he faced and how he made a difficult decision, emphasizing that everyone has choices in life and needs to consider what choice to make.
They made a deliberate decision not to publicly detail their relationship, which has lasted over five years. In a December 2025 interview with Capital XTRA, she explained that because she hadn’t announced the relationship herself, people seemed unsure how to talk about it. However, she emphasized that she isn’t hiding the fact that she has a child.
Oh my gosh, she’s just the sweetest! She told TopMob that she’s so careful not to be that mom, you know? She doesn’t want her little one growing up and feeling like she forced her music on him. But honestly, she does play a ton of music around him, and I totally get it! Like, how could you not share something you love so much? It’s just adorable and proves she’s a truly gifted artist and mom!
Joel Embiid, the star player for the Philadelphia 76ers, first met his future wife, Anne de Palma, at a dinner in 2018 through a friend they both knew. It wasn’t love at first sight, though. As Anne de Palma told ESPN in 2021, their relationship began as a wonderful friendship.
They both came to the U.S. from different countries—he moved from Cameroon as a teenager to pursue basketball, and she, a Brazilian model, started working at fourteen. 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 incredibly supportive and inspiring. “He just naturally wants to help you be your best.”
In September 2020, Sports Illustrated Swimsuit model and seven-time All-Star welcomed their son, Arthur – named in honor of the All-Star’s younger brother who tragically passed away in a 2014 car accident. The couple 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, is a strong support for her boyfriend, Bam Adebayo. When Adebayo, a star center for the Miami Heat, broke Kobe Bryant’s record by scoring 83 points against the Washington Wizards on March 10, 2026, he acknowledged the vital role she plays in his success.
It’s really special to see her play in her first game here,” said the three-time All-Star in a video posted on social media by the NBA. “Everything she does off the court – the training, the talks we have – is incredibly motivating. And watching her play, of course, is inspiring. I’m so grateful to have her in my life.
She also gave a heartfelt thanks to her supporters. When the University of South Carolina honored her with a jersey retirement in 2025, Wilson said she wouldn’t be where she is today without the love and sacrifices of many people, and was thrilled to have her loved ones, including a special Olympian visitor, there to share the moment.
WNBA star Angel Reese recently said on her podcast, Unapologetically Angel, that she’s decided to keep her romantic life private going forward. She explained that she won’t be posting about any relationships until she’s married, and even if she’s on a date, she won’t share pictures of her partner online. ‘You might see me on a date,’ she said, ‘but you’ll have to catch me – I’m not going to post a man on my page.’
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 large rose arrangement with the caption, “That’s a sign!” Further fueling speculation, Carter Jr. was seen at the 2025 WNBA All-Star game wearing a t-shirt with Reese’s face on it.
The college champion, who will be on the second season of The Hunting Wives, showed her support by going to a Magic basketball game in December 2025. She wore a jersey with “My Man” written on it.
Model Winnie Harlow is still in the early stages of planning her wedding to Milwaukee Bucks player Kyle Kuzma. In an interview with TopMob News in September 2025, seven months after he proposed during a Valentine’s Day trip to Turks and Caicos, she explained they’re working to finalize details so the planning process can really get underway.
The key to winning, according to the former America’s Next Top Model contestant, is creating a fun, energetic atmosphere. She said, “I’m all about that island feeling, so I’m looking for warm weather and lots of dancing – that’s just my style.”
Oh my gosh, I’m still reeling from everything! Kyle Kuzma is just… the sweetest! And did you SEE the ring?! Apparently, he designed it himself! He told Vogue he didn’t even ask what she wanted, he just wanted to create something that felt like her – elegant, classic, and simple. It’s an 8.5-carat stunner, and honestly, it’s just SO him. He really outdid himself, and I’m living for this engagement! It’s just… perfect. I knew he was a keeper!
Rapper GloRilla, from Memphis, was happy to see a play made by the Grizzlies’ Brandon Ingram during a Thanksgiving game in 2024 against the New Orleans Pelicans. When asked about it, she told Complex in 2025, “That’s all I’m going to say!”
Okay, so she definitely reacted to him – my guy, the two-time All-Star who’s now playing for the Raptors – with a super enthusiastic ‘Let’s go!’ But honestly, she’s so private about them! She told Complex she doesn’t want to talk much about their relationship because she cherishes their privacy, and they really keep to themselves. They’re not those couple who are always out and about, and I totally get it, but I still want to know everything!
Occasionally, she’ll really go all out. In an Instagram post from January 2026, she wrote, “Might let him do it like he does with the basketball!”
Long before LeBron James was winning championships with teammates like Dwyane Wade, Kyrie Irving, and Anthony Davis, Savannah Brinson was his biggest supporter. She and LeBron first met on a date at an Outback Steakhouse in Akron, Ohio, when they were both in high school. At the time, Savannah, a cheerleader and softball player, had no idea that the basketball player from her rival school would become an NBA superstar. She told Harper’s Bazaar that she initially thought he would simply be a local hero, and that his time in the spotlight would be limited.
About ten years later, she married the top pick from the 2003 draft at a glamorous event. The celebration was so star-packed that Beyoncé and Jay-Z even performed their song “Crazy in Love.”
Now living in Los Angeles with their three children in a $23 million home – where James plays for the Lakers – he shared a heartfelt message in November 2019, saying, “I can achieve everything I do, both professionally and personally, because my best friend always supports me, no matter what!” He playfully added, “I’m just the vehicle, she’s the power that drives it!”
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 he met at San Diego State University, have been together for over a decade, but they haven’t publicly confirmed whether they’re married. In April 2019, fans were surprised to find out Kawhi missed a game because Kishele had given birth to their second child, a son named Mark Leonard. Neither Kawhi nor Kishele have public Instagram accounts.
According to former coach Gregg Popovich, Kawhi Leonard isn’t interested in fame. Even his daughter, Kaliyah Leonard, wasn’t fazed by his success – when the Toronto Raptors won the championship in 2019, the four-year-old fell asleep during the victory parade!
It’s surprising, but NBA superstar Steph Curry was initially rejected when he tried to kiss his now-wife, Ayesha. Back when Steph was a college basketball player at Davidson, Ayesha actually turned away when he went in for a kiss during a get-together with old 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 his parents’ house in Charlotte, he proposed to her 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 found out they were expecting their first child, little Riley, who would later become known for charming the media. Ayesha was concerned this would make it difficult to establish herself in her career.
Over the past decade, she’s expanded her family with three more children – Ryan, who joined in 2015, and brothers Canon and Caius, born in 2018 and 2024. She’s also built a successful lifestyle brand and become a cookbook author, TV personality, model, and philanthropist.
Please don’t refer to her as a “basketball wife.” As she rightly noted in an interview with ABC News, “My husband wouldn’t call himself a ‘chef’s wife,’ so why would I accept that label?”
It’s sweet when someone stays true to themselves, even in romance! Back in 2016, basketball player Bradley Beal took his then-girlfriend to the top of a Ferris wheel in Las Vegas and asked her to be his girlfriend. Years later, after having two sons, Bradley Jr. and Braylon, he recreated the moment at a Ferris wheel in Maryland. This time, he proposed! The three-time All-Star asked her to be his wife in January 2020, capturing the special moment in a video.
She enthusiastically said yes! Kamiah, the founder of XO By Kamiah, shared that no one else could make her happier, especially after welcoming their third son, Braxton, in 2022 before their wedding. She also expressed her gratitude, saying he helped her grow into the person she is today and continuously inspires her to improve.
Ayahna Cornish-Lowry, a standout basketball player at St. Joe’s in the mid-2000s, is more than just a supportive fan. She told Canadian lifestyle website The Kit in 2019 that she loves being near the court to fully experience the game. And while she’s married to NBA star Kyle Lowry, and is a mother to their sons Karter and Kameron, she enjoys watching all the players, not just her husband.
She’s studying all of the Philadelphia 76ers’ plays, not just focusing on one player. “I don’t only watch Kyle,” she explained, “I try to understand the entire game, the whole team, and what everyone is doing. I enjoy analyzing it like 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 feedback, even during game timeouts – they’re that close. They’ve been together since high school at Cardinal Dougherty in Philadelphia, and she’ll try to subtly point out things she notices during the game, hoping he understands.
Draymond Green, the Warriors’ energetic and often vocal four-time All-Star, is known for doing things in a big way. So, when he proposed to Hazel Renee in January 2019, he didn’t hold back. The proposal included a helicopter ride to a yacht packed with loved ones – including their children, Olive Jay and Draymond Jamal Green Jr. – a stunning six-carat diamond ring from Jason of Beverly Hills, and the news was even shared with the media by none other than Golden State coach Steve Kerr.
Originally, the couple 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, marking a new and special moment for them.
He shared in a 2020 birthday message that the past has been incredible. He praised the recipient for always being a strong support for the family, through both happy and difficult times.
After getting married in 2022 – with photos of their wedding appearing in Vogue – they welcomed their daughter, Hunni, in 2023, and another child in February 2026.
Sacramento Kings point guard Russell Westbrook acted as his wife Nina’s biggest fan in a March 2020 Instagram video, enthusiastically encouraging her as she made shot after shot. Nina, now a licensed marriage and couples therapist, was once a star athlete herself at UCLA. The story goes that she first noticed a young, talented Westbrook while he was making a fast break and dunking, even winking at her in the process. After the game, she reportedly complimented his performance, and he playfully responded that having someone to play for made it easy to play so well.
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 make time for simple pleasures like a quiet dinner and a movie at home. She recently shared on Father’s Day that he’ll do anything to make their children happy, calling him a fun-loving and devoted dad who embodies love.
It’s funny—it’s hard to say whether Kevin Love of the Utah Jazz or his partner, Kate Bock, gets more attention in Sports Illustrated. Kate has been a regular in the magazine, especially since she was named Rookie of the Year in 2013. But Kevin isn’t jealous at all! He publicly congratulated her on the 2020 Swimsuit Issue cover, writing that it perfectly captured her beauty and how proud he is of her.
Over a year after proposing to his future wife during a birthday celebration in January 2021, the five-time All-Star power forward married her at the New York Public Library.
Kate, the founder of Love Kate, told Vogue that she and her partner dreamed of a classic, black-and-white New York City wedding inspired by The Great Gatsby. Planning the overall theme was simple, she explained, but getting all the small details right—like choosing the right fabric, figuring out the seating arrangement, and deciding where to prepare for the event—proved to be challenging.
Life changed for them quickly, and I was so thrilled when they announced they were expecting! First came little James in June 2023, and then, just as wonderfully, baby Leighton arrived on Valentine’s Day in 2025. It’s been amazing watching their family grow!
It’s clear you’ve reached superstar status when LeBron James and his wife are in your wedding party! Chris Paul and Jada Crawley’s 2011 wedding in Charlotte was a star-studded event, with guests including Dwyane Wade, Carmelo and LaLa Anthony, Gabrielle Union, Ludacris, and Kevin Hart. Robin Thicke even performed as the wedding musician!
Though a performance by gospel icon BeBe Winans and a beautiful display of around 10,000 flowers were lovely, 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, describing her as a constant support through everything. The retired basketball player told Essence magazine that Jada, a mother to Christopher II and Camryn, is incredibly important to him. He recognizes that his basketball career won’t last forever, and he and Jada 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 to help 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.
It’s been over ten years, and honestly, married life is amazing! As a longtime fan, it’s so wonderful to see him thriving – not just as a former University of Florida star, but as a dad to his five incredible kids: Ean, Alía, Ava, Nova, and Mila. He and his wife, who owns a boutique in Miami, are truly building a beautiful life together, and it’s inspiring to watch.
In 2008, while playing freshman basketball at UCLA, 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 who witnessed the mix-up, playfully told 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 professional soccer, including winning a World Cup and two Olympic gold medals, she discovered she had a brain tumor while five months pregnant. Without hesitation, her husband, a professional basketball player, took a leave from his NBA career in 2016 to support her through the successful removal of the tumor.
Lauren shared a heartfelt Father’s Day message to her husband, praising him for being a loving father to their children, Jrue and Hendricks. She wrote that he consistently demonstrates unconditional love, always being there for them, no matter how he’s feeling, and never making them feel shortchanged.
Not long after finishing his college basketball career at Butler University, retired forward Gordon Hayward proposed to Robyn Hayward, a recent high school graduate, on Christmas Eve in 2013. They married the following May, and both being athletes—Robyn excelled at volleyball in high school—have been building their family together ever since.
In September 2020, Gordon welcomed his son, Theo, joining his other children – daughters Bernie, Charlie, and Nora – while he was playing with the Boston Celtics in the NBA bubble.
Even though they’re managing a busy household with four young children, the couple hasn’t dismissed the idea of having more. Describing her kids in a recent post, she shared that Bernie is kind and gentle, Charlie is independent and marches to the beat of her own drum, Nora confidently takes charge, and Theo is currently very relaxed. She playfully tagged her husband, Gordon Hayward, asking if he’d be up for expanding their family.
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