The Next Generation: Fascinating Stories of NBA Stars’ Children
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NBA players are household names, but sometimes their kids have stories that are just as captivating—if not more. From running sneaker boutiques to making history on the court, here are some of the most interesting tales about the children of basketball legends.
Marcus Jordan
Born December 24, 1990, Marcus is the son of Michael Jordan. He started his basketball journey at Loyola Academy with his brother Jeffrey, helping the school to its best season ever. Transferring to Whitney Young High School, Marcus led the Dolphins to an Illinois State 4A championship and was named MVP. At UCF, he averaged 10.3 points per game and made headlines by refusing to wear Adidas shoes, honoring his father’s legacy and causing Adidas to pull its sponsorship. After college, Marcus opened Trophy Room, a boutique sneaker store, and made waves with his relationship with Larsa Pippen, before moving on to business ventures.
Jeffrey Jordan
The elder son of Michael Jordan, Jeffrey’s high school games were aired on ESPN. He played college ball at Illinois and later UCF with Marcus, but eventually focused on academics and tech, co-founding Air Jordan—a platform connecting athletes and fans. Despite a headline-making arrest, Jeffrey continues to innovate in digital spaces.
Steph & Seth Curry
Steph Curry, son of former NBA player Dell Curry, is a four-time NBA champion and widely considered the greatest shooter of all time. His brother Seth is also an NBA star and married to Callie Rivers, daughter of coach Doc Rivers. The Curry family’s basketball DNA runs deep, with sister Sadell excelling in college volleyball.
Klay Thompson
Son of former NBA player Mychal Thompson, Klay has four NBA titles and is part of the legendary Splash Brothers duo with Steph Curry. His competitive spirit and sharpshooting have made him a Warriors icon.
Scotty Pippen Jr.
Son of Hall of Famer Scottie Pippen and TV personality Larsa Pippen, Scotty Jr. made headlines at Sierra Canyon and Vanderbilt. In 2022, he recorded his first triple-double, joining his father as the NBA’s first father-son duo to each achieve a triple-double.
Gary Payton II
Known as “Young Glove,” Gary Payton II followed in the footsteps of his Hall of Fame father, Gary Payton. Despite going undrafted, his relentless work paid off with an NBA title for the Warriors in 2022.
Bronny & Bryce James
LeBron James’ sons are making their own marks. Bronny overcame a cardiac arrest to play for USC and was drafted by the Lakers, making history as the first father-son duo to play together for the same team. Bryce, known for his goggles and social media fame, is carving his path as a shooting guard.
Kean Carmelo Anthony
Son of Carmelo and LaLa Anthony, Kean is a top-ranked high school shooting guard and forward, drawing attention from major college programs and making his own endorsement deals.
Zaire Wade
Dwyane Wade’s son Zaire played at several top high schools before being drafted into the NBA G League and later joining the Cape Town Tigers in the Basketball Africa League, showing resilience after injury setbacks.
Michael & David Stockton
Sons of Hall of Famer John Stockton, both have played professionally, with Michael building a career overseas and David making headlines with record assists in the NBA’s development league.
DJ Rodman
Son of Dennis Rodman, DJ has battled injuries and limited minutes, but made a splash at Washington State and later transferred to USC, continuing his journey in the G League.
Shareef O’Neal
Shaquille O’Neal’s son Shareef started out as a skateboarder before switching to basketball. He overcame a heart condition, played at UCLA and LSU, and joined the G League Ignite.
Andre Johnson
Magic Johnson’s son Andre played high school basketball before moving into business, tech, and entertainment, balancing executive roles with podcast projects and family life.
Mason Miller
Son of Mike Miller, Mason was a high school standout and now shines at Creighton, known for his three-point shooting and helping his team win key games.
Jaden Hardaway
Inspired by his father Penny Hardaway, Jaden trained rigorously and now plays for the University of Memphis, coached by his dad.
From overcoming adversity to making history, these NBA kids are proving that greatness runs in the family—but each is forging a unique path. Want more stories like these? Click any card on your screen to discover more trending tales!
