Metta World Peace

Date of Birth: November 13, 1979

Zodiac Sign: Scorpio

Biography

Metta World Peace, born Ronald William Artest Jr., is a retired professional basketball player and current basketball coach. He was born on November 13, 1979, in Queens, New York. Metta World Peace is best known for his tenacious defense and his time with various NBA teams, including the Chicago Bulls, Indiana Pacers, Sacramento Kings, Houston Rockets, Los Angeles Lakers, and New York Knicks. He played a crucial role in the Lakers’ championship win in 2010. After retiring from professional basketball, he transitioned into coaching and mentoring young athletes, sharing his extensive knowledge and passion for the game.

5 Interesting Facts about Metta World Peace

1. Metta World Peace legally changed his name from Ronald Artest in September 2011.

2. He won the NBA Defensive Player of the Year award in 2004.

3. Metta released a rap album titled “My World” in 2006.

4. He has appeared in various reality TV shows, including “Dancing with the Stars.”

5. Metta World Peace is a mental health advocate, openly discussing his own struggles and promoting awareness.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Metta World Peace

1. “I changed my name because I got tired of Ron Artest, he’s a [expletive].”

2. “I’m still learning, but I feel like I’m a better person, better player.”

3. “I don’t care about stats; I just care about wins.”

4. “I’m not a role model… I’m just trying to be a good person.”

5. “Mental health is something I didn’t understand until I got older.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

The highest net worth achieved by Metta World Peace is estimated to be around $35 million.

Children

Metta World Peace has four children: Sadie, Ron III, Diamond, and Jeron. His eldest son, Ron Artest III, played college basketball for Cal State Northridge.