On this episode of Ball In The Family, hosts Lonzo Ball, LiAngelo Ball, Anthony Salazar, and Darren Moore sit down with Fred VanVleet of the Houston Rockets for one of the realest conversations yet.

Fred opens up about:

• Battling through injuries and the mental grind of rehab
• Going from “4–6 weeks” to nearly two years out
• Controlling your own narrative in the social media era
• Why players should be thinking equity over salary
• The business side of the NBA & fan influence on the league
• The possibility of a 1-on-1 NBA tournament 👀
• Protecting your brand vs. taking risks
• Music, life after basketball & discovering who you are beyond the game
• Relationship honesty (yes… even about bad gifts 😂)

This episode dives deep into mindset, growth, ownership, and evolving as men on and off the court. When the game slows down, who are you really?

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00:36:02 – Thoughts on the NBPA, bubble, and Black Lives Matter discussions

00:37:13 – Life off the court: kids, music, travel, and podcast beginnings

00:39:12 – Growing up with brothers & family influence on basketball

00:42:08 – Fitness & longevity: boxing, jiu-jitsu, and workouts

00:44:22 – Handling temper, therapy, and mental health

00:47:03 – Evolving post-injury: podcast, business, and personal growth

00:50:56 – Reflecting on career, G League, and future opportunities

00:52:10 – Contract decisions: salary vs. playing on a bad team

00:52:34 – Playing style: focus on winning and protecting your brand

00:55:32 – Risk-taking and protecting investments

00:56:01 – Equity over salary & NBA business insights

00:57:24 – One-on-one debate: money vs. bragging rights

00:58:12 – 1-on-1 tournaments, rules, and social media influence

01:02:04 – Relationship advice: honesty & gift-giving

01:05:09 – Alternate careers & acting/horror movie interests

01:09:02 – Creative projects: building, design, and podcast studio

01:09:20 – Closing remarks & episode outro

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On this episode of Ball In The Family, Zo, Gelo, DMO, and Ant are joined by special guest Kayvon Thibodeaux from the New York Giants for a fun, unfiltered conversation covering everything from sports to life off the field.

The guys kick things off with a competitive Fit Check 🔥, rating each other’s outfits and talking personal style. Then they get creative building an NFL team made entirely of NBA players debating who would dominate at QB, linebacker, and more.

Gelo also gives us a behind the scenes look at how he put together Backyard Ball and what's to come for him in the rap game this year.

They tap into the Olympics, college basketball transfer portal talk, and whether players should be allowed to return after declaring for the draft. The music convo heats up too, including Grammy talk and shoutouts to Bad Bunny.

Later, things get real. The crew debates relationship boundaries on social media, following someone you used to deal with, liking pictures, and what “micro-cheating” actually means. Kayvon shares his perspective on maturity, handling problems head-on, and why growth in your late 20s hits different.

Tap in for laughs, real opinions, and elite athlete insight.

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15:20 – Fit Check Segment

20:56 – Building an NFL Team with NBA Players

25:09 – Sponsor Break

27:22 – Winter Olympics Talk

30:08 – College Basketball & Transfer Portal Debate

32:43 – Grammys & Music Talk

33:21 – If You Could Go Back to Any Era

36:42 – Relationship Boundaries & Social Media Debate

42:27 – Therapy, Growth & Maturity

50:18 – Closing + Sponsor

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Join Lonzo Ball, LiAngelo Ball, Darren Moore, and Anthony Salezar on this episode of Ball In The Family, as they sit down with NFL offensive tackle Deon Dawkins. From Pro Bowl life and pregame rituals to drifting cars and his love for filmmaking, Deon opens up about:

-Playing in Buffalo and the Bills Mafia experience

-Favorite stadiums, jerseys, and teammates

-Offensive line strategy and "Protector of the Year" award

-Fun off-field hobbies: drifting, scooters, and filmmaking

-Valentine's Day plans and personal stories

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Miami Heat sharpshooter Norman Powell pulls up to the Ball in the Family Podcast with Lonzo, Gelo, DMO, and Ant for one of the realest conversations yet. From NBA headlines to personal journeys, nothing is off limits.

The crew dives deep into the Terry Rozier situation and the shocking gambling scandal that's rocking the league. How does this affect players? What does it mean for the future of the NBA? The guys give their unfiltered takes.

Norman opens up about his mission to give back to Jamaica and reconnect with his roots. From playing for the Jamaican National Team to leading hurricane relief efforts, he shares how representing his father's homeland has filled a void in his life.

The conversation takes a stylish turn as they talk Paris Fashion Week fits and who's really stepping out correctly. Plus, Gelo reflects on his infamous UCLA arrest in China and the life lessons that came from that wild chapter.

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We're taking it back to the basics this week with a Boys Only episode – and trust us, you're going to want to stick around for this one.

Lonzo Ball, Gelo, DMO, and Ant link up for one of the rawest, most unfiltered conversations we've ever had on the channel. No scripts. No media training. No topics off the table. Just four guys chopping it up like the cameras aren't even rolling.

The crew dives deep into some real talk about therapy and mental health – why it matters and what it's really like to work through your stuff. Then things take a turn when Gelo finally spills the tea on how he ended up getting married. Yeah, we had questions too.

But that's not all. The guys get into some 'would you rather' scenarios that had everyone second-guessing themselves and showing their true colors. Some answers might surprise you. Some might have you yelling at your screen. Either way, you're definitely going to have an opinion.

This is the content you've been asking for – no polish, no PR-approved answers, just authentic conversation between brothers and friends who've known each other forever. It's funny, it's thoughtful, and it's 100% real.

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Description: Welcome to Episode 4 of Ball in the Family Podcast with Myles Turner. This episode dives deep into the evolution of the NBA, from the brutal 90s era to today’s fast-paced, high-flying game. We also talk about his time in Indiana, newest chapter in Milwaukee and his passion for music, legos, interior decorating and what it takes to thrive both on and off the court.

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00:00 – Intro + Myles Turner joins the show

01:18 – Lonzo reacts to the Pacers’ playoff run

04:52 – Myles on evolving his game + shooting bigs

09:12 – Guarding stars like Embiid & Jokic

12:40 – Welcome to the NBA moment

15:20 – Who is the hardest player to guard?

18:55 – Lonzo & Myles share draft memories

22:44 – Myles talks viral “DPOY” chants in Indiana

27:30 – Teams that talk the most trash

30:41 – Music talk: Gelo & Myles compare playlists

34:18 – Off-court hobbies: Gaming + LEGO obsession

37:20 – ZO asks: Top 5 big men in the league right now

41:42 – Worst fashion in the locker room

45:08 – Travel life + funniest teammate stories

48:55 – Final thoughts + episode wrap-up

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Larry Nance Jr. joins the show for one of our most entertaining and honest conversations yet. From legendary Kobe Bryant stories, to his unforgettable dunk contest experience, to growing up in Cleveland while his father was a franchise icon — Larry brings humor, insight, and moments you’ve never heard before.

00:00 – Intro

09:26 – Nick Young & Iggy Azalea phone incident

10:22 – Larry’s awkward moment with Kobe

13:51 – Larry’s All-Time PF list + Tim Duncan love

15:41 – Nance on Kobe’s 60-point final game

17:44 – The BS Dunk Contest judging

18:57 – KCP hooping with an ankle monitor

19:29 – Funniest Lakers teammates (Julius Randle, Lance, etc.)

22:03 – Being back in Cleveland where he grew up

23:01 – UCLA recruitment story & why he chose the Bruins

27:48 – Larry opening up about Crohn’s & giving back

30:12 – Most underrated game of his career

45:34 – Wembanyama talk — Could be greatest ever if healthy

52:30 – Loving soccer, traveling overseas & World Cup talk

53:00 – Outro / Closing

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NBA star Michael Porter Jr. joins Lonzo Ball, LiAngelo Ball, D-Mo, and Anthony for one of the most open and unfiltered conversations he’s ever had. From growing up in a huge family, to navigating fame, injuries, pressure, and championship expectations — MPJ keeps it real the entire episode.

The crew dives into everything: Denver days, Brooklyn transition, social media, WNBA debates, Chino Hills memories, and the lifestyle that comes with being a pro athlete.

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