Last Updated on February 23, 2025 by Mathew Diekhake
Here’s detailed information about basketballer LiAngelo Ball:
- Full Name: LiAngelo Robert Ball
- Nickname: Gelo
- Nationality: American
- Date of Birth: Born November 24, 1998
- Hometown: Anaheim, California, USA
- Height: 6 feet 5 inches (196 cm)
- Weight: 230 pounds (104 kg)
- Wingspan: 6 feet 9 inches (206 cm)
- Shoe Size: Size 14 (US)
- Number:
- #3 (in various professional leagues)
- Position: Shooting Guard / Small Forward
- High School:
- Chino Hills High School (Chino Hills, California)
- College:
- Briefly enrolled at UCLA (2017; left before playing due to off-court issues)
- NBA Draft:
- Undrafted in 2018
- Teams Played For:
- Vytautas Prienai (Lithuania, 2018)
- Oklahoma City Blue (G League, 2019–2020)
- Greensboro Swarm (G League, 2021–2022, affiliate of the Charlotte Hornets)
- Championship Rings: None (as of 2024)
- Kids: None (as of public information in 2024)
- Siblings:
- Lonzo Ball (older brother, NBA player)
- LaMelo Ball (younger brother, NBA player)
Notes
- LiAngelo Ball’s height without shoes is measured at 6 feet 4 inches (193 cm). With shoes, he is typically listed at 6 feet 5 inches (196 cm).
- LiAngelo Ball’s listed playing weight is approximately 230 pounds (104 kg).
- Similar players to LiAngelo Ball include Kyle Korver, Doug McDermott, Jimmer Fredette, Joe Harris, Anthony Morrow, Jordan McRae, and Troy Daniels.
Fun Facts
- He is the middle brother in the Ball family which includes Lonzo and LaMelo.
- He gained early fame during his high school days at Chino Hills, where he helped lead the team to an undefeated season alongside his brothers.
- In January 2025, LiAngelo released his debut rap single “Tweaker,” which became a viral sensation. The track garnered millions of views on social media platforms and received praise from notable artists. Following its success, he signed a $13 million record deal with Def Jam and Universal Music Group, with $8 million guaranteed. He is scheduled to perform at Rolling Loud California in March 2025.