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The path that LaMelo Ball has taken to this year’s NBA draft has been anything but ordinary. Growing up under the shadow of LaVar and Lonzo, LaMelo has played in multiple foreign basketball leagues, private academies, and even LaVar’s own JBA league, all before turning 19. He’s set to be a top pick in this year’s draft, but some scouts have questions about how his abilities will translate to the NBA. This video breaks down LaMelo’s unique skill set and big-league potential. Written by Jonathan Tjarks, narrated by Isaac Lee.
Jonathan Tjarks was a staff writer who covered the NBA for The Ringer from the company’s founding until his death in 2022. His original bio read, “Tjarks covers basketball and is a host on ‘The Ringer NBA Show.’ He loves Jesus and Dallas, in that order. Texas Forever.”
