Few people have had a camera in front of him at such a long age and for such a lengthy time as LaMelo Ball has. Starting as a young teenager on Chino Hills with his older brothers, Ball has had a camera in his face and a spotlight on his game.
Now, nearly a half-dozen years removed from those early days, Ball has adapted to the lifestyle of being in the public eye. He talked about having to live with all eyes on him during his recent interview with Australia GQ.
“It was something I grew into. It felt real normal – it felt like my life.”
Ball’s ability to draw a crowd is unparalleled for an 18-year old. During his brief time in the NBL, Ball helped the league set both viewership and attendance records in separate contests. And he did it all while being in the middle of a bubble with fans and media alike swarming around him all season long.
Not every youngster could handle the pressure Ball has and he’s adjusted to it with a temperament much like his older brother Lonzo. Both have dynamic personalities outside of the public eye but opt for a quiet, reserved demeanor in front of cameras. It’s how each has adapted to being in the spotlight for so many years and they appear to have managed successfully.
