Jalen Green’s dunks aren’t the only thing grabbing attention—his relationship is too. The Houston Rockets guard quickly rose through the ranks as a top NBA prospect, known for his explosive scoring and athleticism. While his skills on the court have earned him praise, his personal life has sparked its share of attention. Green’s relationship with Draya Michele has been the subject of much speculation. But why? Stay tuned as we dive deeper into this unexpected pairing.

Who is Jalen Green’s girlfriend Draya Michele? Is there a 17-year age gap between them?

Since mid-2023, Green has been busy with his life off-court, quietly dating fitness influencer and Basketball Wives LA, star Draya Michele. However, the couple couldn’t keep it quiet anymore, as they welcomed their first child together, their daughter Lyght, in May 2024.

“In 2021, on Mother’s Day, my dad passed away. Since then, it’s been extremely hard to celebrate that day without remembering the earth-shattering phone call I received that morning. Well, this Mother’s Day was different. My daughter was safely brought into this world and I’m forever grateful for the new memories we all get to experience moving forward. 🩶 Love + Light everyone.” She noted on Instagram.

The moment marked a new chapter for the couple, as Michele is also a mom to two sons, Kniko and Jru, from her previous relationships

Despite a noticeable age gap of 17 years, where she’s approaching 40 and Green soon turning 23, the couple has remained strong, unaffected by public scrutiny. She has spoken out on people having negative thoughts about their relationship.

“I don’t know what people’s problem is. Two adults being in love, I don’t know why they would rub people the wrong way. It’s kind of weird. Love is love at the end of the day.” She said on TMZSports.

Nevertheless, where stars cannot keep their lives private, the couple have largely kept their romance out of the spotlight, and fans have caught glimpses of their connection. The couple has never posted about each other on social media, but like every wife/girlfriend, Michele has too shown her support for Green at Rockets games. In a notable reveal, Green got Michele’s name tattooed on his stomach, further hinting at the depth of their bond. With said, let’s know who is previously dated.

Did Draya Michelle previously date Gilbert Arenas? Exploring her stint on ‘Basketball Wives LA’

Draya Michele has long been linked to high-profile athletes, often stirring up controversy. She first gained attention for her relationship with former Memphis Grizzlies guard Gilbert Arenas, which led to her role on Basketball Wives LA. Michele has also been engaged twice—first to New York Jets quarterback Tyrod Taylor and then to former Dallas Cowboys cornerback Orlando Scandrick, with whom she shares her son, Jru.

Despite her history with athletes, recent rumors have sparked drama around her relationship with Arenas. In October 2023, former Basketball Wives LA co-star Laura Govan accused Michele of having a casual affair with Arenas, even alleging that he paid her $25,000. The accusations resurfaced during her appearance on Reality With the King, where she claimed that Arenas and Michele had a brief fling, dubbing her a “jump-off.”

Michele wasted no time in defending herself, using Instagram stories to clarify the situation. She denied being involved with Arenas while he was married, emphasizing that their interactions happened long before she joined the reality show. She also mentioned that she never intended to revisit past drama, but would address the issue head-on if necessary.

“I didn’t mess with anyone’s husband. Let’s be clear that no one was married. Let’s also be clear that the interactions I had with him were years before I was on the show…” she wrote in one of her Instagram story.

In summary, from facing media backlash for 17 years age gap with Green to enduring personal battles, she’s weathered countless controversies. Despite facing public judgment and relentless scrutiny, Michele continues to rise above, balancing her career, motherhood, and ongoing battles with resilience.