The 12 Most Attractive NBA Stars of 2015 Inline
Photo: Getty Images1/12LeBron James
Age: 30
Team: Cleveland Cavaliers
Known For: If we were to believe this summer’s blockbuster Trainwreck, the face of the NBA’s standout quality would be his frugality. But, somehow, we doubt that. Last year, the basketball star took home $65 million in salary and endorsements. James seems to be worth every penny, too: He’s won two NBA championships and earned two Olympic gold medals, and he’s been named the NBA’s Most Valuable Player four times.
Romantic Status: James and his high school sweetheart Savannah Brinson had two sons—LeBron James, Jr. and Bryce Maximus—together before they tied the knot in 2013. James reportedly asked Brinson to marry him during a New Year s Eve party (in front of all his teammates!). They welcomed a daughter, Zhuri, in 2014.
Photo: Getty Images2/12Blake Griffin
Age: 26
Team: Los Angeles Clippers
Known For: Sports Illustrated
named Blake Griffin one of the greatest rookies of all time in 2011. He’s won the Slam Dunk Contest and continues to wow audiences with his perfectly played alley-oops. He’s made All-Star every year since 2011.Romantic Status: In 2013, Griffin and former USC basketball player Brynn Cameron welcomed a baby boy, but the pair has since separated. Griffin has been recently photographed around town with 29-year-old model and actress Kari Klinkenborg.
Photo: Getty Images3/12Carmelo Anthony
Age: 31
Team: New York Knicks
Known For: Carmelo Anthony is one of the most decorated and prolific scorers in the NBA. After he entered the NBA draft in 2003, Melo led the Denver Nuggets to the playoffs every year from 2004 to 2010, until he was traded to the New York Knicks in 2011. Last year, he set the single-game scoring record for Madison Square Garden and the Knicks with 62 points. He has also competed in the Olympics three times, winning a bronze medal in 2004 and gold medals at both the 2008 and the 2012 games.
Romantic Status: In 2004, Anthony got engaged to former Total Request Live VJ Alani Nicole “La La” Vázquez. Their engagement was documented through the multi-episode VH1 reality series La La’s Full Court Wedding. The series ended with the couple finally tying the knot at New York City’s Cipriani restaurant in 2010.
Photo: Getty Images4/12Chris Paul
Age: 30
Team: Los Angeles Clippers
Known For: After gaining attention during his six years playing for the New Orleans Hornets, Paul moved to the Los Angeles Clippers. In 2013, he became the first Clippers player ever to win the All-Star MVP and signed a five-year contract with the team for a reported $107 million.
Romantic Status: Another high school sweetheart story! Paul married Jada Crawley in 2011. They have two children together, Chris Jr. and Camryn Alexis.
Photo: Getty Images5/12Andrew Wiggins
Age: 20
Team: Minnesota Timberwolves
Known For: The beloved University of Kansas small forward and shooting guard was the first overall draft pick by the Cleveland Cavaliers in 2014. One month after signing, he was traded to the Minnesota Timberwolves. Last season, Wiggins earned the NBA Rookie of the Year award, becoming the first player in the team’s 26-year history to earn the honor.
Romantic Status: Wiggins has been reportedly dating model and singer Alex Reid since 2013. Reid shows her support for the game with many a KU-covered Instagram. Now that’s love.