LaVar Ball confirms LaMaelo Ball has a child, his grandson “La’One,” vows to start NBA training at age 3 [VIDEO]
The outspoken Ball patriarch announces LaMelo’s son with model Ana Montana and promises the same rigorous methods that produced three NBA players
LaVar Ball is ready for round two. The outspoken patriarch of basketball’s most famous family confirmed during a recent podcast episode that his son LaMelo has welcomed a son named La’One with model Ana Montana, born January 15, 2026. Never one to let a generational milestone pass without maximum impact, LaVar immediately vowed to begin the child’s NBA training at age three—because why wait when there’s a legacy to build? The 42-second clip, posted by @ayekeeno and rapidly accelerated across basketball Twitter, has already amassed over 873,000 views within hours.
The announcement perfectly encapsulates the Ball family brand: bold claims, unconventional names, and unwavering confidence in the training methods that produced Lonzo, LiAngelo, and LaMelo as NBA players. LaVar’s signature quote from the segment—”if I raised you three killas in the backyard what you think i’m finna do with a gym in the backyard”—draws a direct line from his past success to future ambitions. With rumors circulating since early March, this marks the first time a Ball family member has publicly acknowledged the newest addition.
What LaVar Said About His Grandson La’One
The clip originates from Episode 10 of the “Ball in the Family” podcast, featuring LaVar alongside sons Lonzo and LiAngelo in what appears to be a casual recording session at the PLYRS House. The 42-second excerpt captures LaVar at his most animated, transitioning from discussing LiAngelo’s son (named LaVelo, whom he calls his “No. 1 pick”) to dropping what internet commentators are calling a “generational announcement.” LaVar states clearly: “Melo already got my No. 1 pick, and I got another one too, called La’One, indeed.”
The delivery leaves little room for ambiguity. LaVar explicitly ties the child to model Ana Montana, confirming what social media users had speculated since LaMelo posted a cryptic Instagram caption on January 15 reading “very very blessed day i love you One” with that exact date. The name “La’One” continues the Ball family tradition of “La-” prefixes, joining Lonzo, LiAngelo, LaMelo, and now the newest addition to what fans are already calling a basketball dynasty in the making.
The segment then pivots to LaVar’s favorite subject: training. He commits to beginning NBA preparation when La’One turns three, framing it as an immediate extension of the family methodology that transformed three raw kids into professional athletes. The confidence is absolute, the timeline ambitious, and the delivery pure LaVar.
The Backyard-to-Gym Evolution
LaVar’s quote about “three killas in the backyard” references the now-legendary origin story of the Ball brothers’ basketball development. Long before the NBA drafts, Big Baller Brand sneakers, or national media attention, Lonzo, LiAngelo, and LaMelo trained in the family’s backyard under their father’s unorthodox but undeniably effective supervision. No fancy facilities, no elite trainers—just a father’s relentless vision and sons willing to execute it.
That backyard produced results that speak for themselves. Lonzo Ball, born 1997, became the second overall pick in the 2017 NBA draft. LiAngelo, born 1998, carved out a professional career spanning G-League and international stints. LaMelo, born 2001, emerged as an NBA All-Star and the franchise cornerstone of the Charlotte Hornets. Three NBA players from one backyard, raised by a father who never doubted the outcome.
Now LaVar points to upgraded circumstances. “What you think i’m finna do with a gym in the backyard?” he asks rhetorically, contrasting the original makeshift setup with purpose-built facilities now available for the next generation. The implication is clear: if the old methods produced three professionals, the new resources should produce something even greater. Whether that prediction holds depends on factors LaVar cannot control—but that has never stopped him from making bold claims before.
Who Is Ana Montana, La’One’s Mother
Ana Montana, born Analicia Chaves, has been publicly linked to LaMelo Ball since 2023, though rumors of their relationship circulated as early as 2021. A model and influencer with credits in hip-hop music videos, Montana brings her own public profile to the Ball family ecosystem. The couple’s approximately 12-year age gap drew some online commentary, but LaVar himself addressed the relationship positively in a 2023 VladTV interview, praising her supportiveness and noting LaMelo’s tendency to date older partners.
Montana’s Instagram presence shifted in recent months, with some followers noting the absence of pregnancy documentation or birth announcements—leading to the rumor mill speculation that preceded LaVar’s confirmation. Her account (@iamfertilitynonprofit) resurfaced in conversation threads following the podcast clip, though she has not independently addressed the news. The dynamic between private parenting and public family branding now enters a new phase as the Ball machine shifts attention to generation two.
The relationship context matters because LaVar’s announcement represents the first official acknowledgment, but not necessarily the last word. Whether LaMelo or Montana choose to amplify or downplay the news remains to be seen, but the Ball family pattern suggests privacy will eventually yield to promotion. Everything, after all, connects back to the brand.
Training Plans: Starting at Three Years Old
LaVar’s commitment to beginning NBA training at age three raises predictable questions about childhood development, autonomy, and the intensity of Ball family methods. Skeptics point to the obvious: a three-year-old can barely hold a basketball, let alone execute drills designed to produce professional athletes. Supporters counter that LaVar’s approach always looked unusual from the outside while producing undeniable results on the inside.
The timeline aligns with LaVar’s documented history of early starts. His sons grew up surrounded by basketball, with structure and expectations that would strike many parents as extreme. Yet all three emerged with genuine skills, genuine careers, and—perhaps most importantly—genuine buy-in to the family vision. Whether that model translates to grandchildren depends on parenting dynamics LaVar may not fully control.
The “gym in the backyard” upgrade represents real investment in infrastructure. Unlike the original setup, which relied on creativity and repetition, La’One will have access to facilities designed specifically for basketball development from his earliest years. LaVar views this as an advantage; critics see it as pressure before the child can form his own preferences. The truth, as always, lies somewhere in between.
Social Media Reacts to the Big Announcement
X reactions to the clip have landed across the spectrum from genuine excitement to skeptical amusement. @LakeShowYo amplified the news to their basketball-focused audience, while @CourtsideBuzzX added the tagline “Future NBA star — ‘La’One’ Ball?” The dynasty framing dominated early responses, with users speculating about “La’Two” and “La’Three” as potential future siblings continuing the naming tradition.
Humorous takes proliferated rapidly. One user posted: “La’One is gonna be good, but I think La’Two and La’Three have the most potential.” Another observed: “LaVar really running a generational training program at this point. ‘La’One’ already got a 20-year plan before kindergarten.” The combination of unusual name and extreme timeline proved irresistible for meme creators and basketball comedians alike.
Not all reactions leaned positive. Skeptics questioned whether LaVar actually confirmed anything substantial, with one reply stating bluntly: “He didn’t confirm nothing yall are fucking retarded.” Others raised more philosophical concerns: “what if he dont want to play tho” and discussions about genetic dominance, noting that Ana Montana’s height could potentially override the Ball brothers’ tall lineage. The diversity of responses reflects both LaVar’s polarizing nature and the internet’s insatiable appetite for basketball family content.
The Ball Dynasty Continues
LaVar’s announcement, whether fully verified or strategically timed, accomplishes what all Ball family news accomplishes: it keeps the brand front and center in basketball conversations. With Lonzo’s injury recovery, LaMelo’s All-Star trajectory, and LiAngelo’s professional persistence, the family already commanded attention. Adding a new generation—with the impossibly on-brand name “La’One”—extends the timeline indefinitely.
The backstory adds texture. Rumors of LaMelo’s Instagram caption hinting at the name and date circulated for weeks before LaVar’s confirmation. Some accounts noted LaMelo may have a daughter born in summer 2025 with a different partner, making La’One potentially his second child. But LaVar’s focus on this grandson, and specifically on training him, suggests where family priorities lie.
Whether La’One grows up to fulfill his grandfather’s prophecy remains years away from determination. For now, he exists as a 42-second clip, a name that launched a thousand jokes, and the latest vessel for LaVar Ball’s unshakeable conviction that his bloodline produces basketball greatness. The gym is ready. The plan is set. The clock is ticking.