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Remember how LaVar Ball first got on the map?
It was by saying Lonzo was better than Steph Curry; it was a viral statement that made national news. Steph was even asked about it.
But, what I always try to tell people is real life is different than what you see on TV. The Undefeated did a feature piece of LaMelo Ball, which is really good, but the part I found the most interesting is how LaVar and Steph handled their first meeting together.
As Lonzo listened intently to his father’s counsel, Curry walked up and stopped next to the pair. It was the first meeting between Curry and LaVar since he landed on the map nine months beforehand by claiming his eldest son was better than the two-time MVP.
Curry extended a hand to Lonzo and shared several encouraging words.
LaVar was humbled. His voice softened. Curry was the model for what his son could be.
Curry and LaVar then embraced before exchanging knowing, sheepish smiles. They leaned in toward one another. LaVar’s right hand was on Curry’s shoulder. They hugged again and posed for a selfie.
“Keep doing what you’re doing,” said LaVar to Curry. “Keep killing it.”
Curry could have held a grudge, but that isn’t his style, and LaVar deep down knows that if Lonzo becomes even remotely close to the player and person Curry is he has done a great job as a father.