This month of February saw some high-stakes trades between the Dallas Mavericks and the L.A. Lakers, one such being Maxi Kleber. Whose name quickly became synonymous with a new chapter for the Lakers. But today we will not look at his on-the-court story, rather we will focus on his off-the-court life. How have his childhood days been, and who is his family? These are some of the most asked questions about him that no one can easily answer. But, we have tried answering, so come let’s explore his family and their roots.

What is Maxi Kleber’s nationality? Who are his family members?

While some players are extremely open about their family and their roots, some are not. And one such hooper is Maxi Kleber. While most of his details remain private, here is what we know. He was born in Würzburg, Germany, and is a proud German national, and his ethnicity remains undisclosed. But, we are sure that his roots trace back to the heart of Europe. Growing up in Würzburg, his passion for basketball began at a young age. Imagine growing up in a country where football has won everyone’s hearts, and you decide to play basketball. But, looks like it didn’t matter to him as once he reminisces about the days when he and his brother, Ferdi Kleber, would shoot hoops on outdoor courts, an experience that shaped his early love for the game.

In an interview, the hooper shared a memory that seemed almost timeless. “I was six years old, playing basketball with my friends on outdoor courts,” he said. “My mom always told us, ‘I’d rather you play basketball and stay out of trouble.’” He credits his mother for driving him to practice, offering the kind of support that would influence his life deeply.

Maxi’s bond with his family is strong, particularly with his brother. The two were often inseparable; they spent hours together on the basketball court and were also with each other. The Lakers power forward fondly remembers those moments, even though he admits he wasn’t strong enough to shoot at first. “I was just there dribbling, learning,” he explained. But, when it comes to his times now, he feels that missing his family is challenging.

Back in the 2020 COVID-19 lockdown, he faced the tough challenge of being away from his family. He had planned for a visit from his brother, his mom, and other relatives, but it didn’t happen. Because the pandemic kept them 5,000 miles away. “I was by myself, trying to FaceTime them every day,” Kleber said with the disappointment of lost opportunities. The pandemic had taken away what would have been precious time together, but he had his family visit him often.

Ferdi is often seen attending his younger brother’s games. The two continue to visit each other, keeping that family connection alive despite the distance. Once during his time with the Dallas Mavs, he said that he calls his family every day post workouts, as Germany is 7 hours ahead of Dallas, just to make sure that he stays connected with his loved ones. By this, it’s clear that, though he keeps their details private, they hold a significant place in his heart and are the cornerstone of his success. So now that we know about his family, let’s look at his religion.

What is Maxi Kleber’s religion?

Maxi Kleber once was outspoken about the importance of addressing social issues, including racism and discrimination. In an interview, when asked about his views, he said out loud that it’s essential for everyone to speak out and make their stand clear. He believes that no one should tolerate discrimination based on skin color, religion, or any other factor. So, answering about his religion, he doesn’t follow any religion, no, we are not saying this, it’s he who said this, “I’m not a very religious person.” As a public figure, Kleber feels role models in sports must contribute to positive change by educating themselves and others.