LaVar Ball

Date of Birth: October 23, 1967

Zodiac Sign: Scorpio

Biography

LaVar Christopher Ball is an American businessman, former professional football player, and media personality. Born on October 23, 1967, in Los Angeles, California, LaVar has become a prominent figure in both the sports and entertainment industries. He is best known as the founder and CEO of the sports apparel company Big Baller Brand and for his role in the development and promotion of his three sons, Lonzo, LiAngelo, and LaMelo Ball, all of whom are professional basketball players. LaVar attended Canoga Park High School in Los Angeles, where he excelled in both basketball and football. He went on to play college basketball at Washington State University and later transferred to Cal State Los Angeles. In football, he had brief stints with the New York Jets and the Carolina Panthers in the NFL. LaVar gained national attention through his outspoken nature and bold claims, often making headlines for his controversial statements. Despite the criticism, he has successfully leveraged his public persona to build his business ventures and promote his sons’ basketball careers.

5 Interesting Facts about LaVar Ball

1. LaVar Ball founded Big Baller Brand, a sports apparel company, in 2016.

2. He played both basketball and football at the collegiate level.

3. LaVar made headlines for claiming that he could beat Michael Jordan in a one-on-one basketball game.

4. His youngest son, LaMelo Ball, was the third overall pick in the 2020 NBA Draft.

5. LaVar starred in a reality TV show called “Ball in the Family,” which aired on Facebook Watch.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from LaVar Ball

1. “I could beat Michael Jordan one-on-one.”

2. “I don’t worry about what other people think—it’s what I think.”

3. “Stay in your lane.”

4. “If you ain’t confident, you’re not going to be successful.”

5. “I’m not trying to be anybody but myself.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

At his peak, LaVar Ball’s net worth was estimated to be around $4 million.

Children

LaVar Ball has three sons: 1. **Lonzo Ball** – Born October 27, 1997, Lonzo is a professional basketball player currently playing for the Chicago Bulls in the NBA. 2. **LiAngelo Ball** – Born November 24, 1998, LiAngelo has played for various basketball teams and is currently focusing on his career in the G League. 3. **LaMelo Ball** – Born August 22, 2001, LaMelo is a professional basketball player currently playing for the Charlotte Hornets in the NBA.