Professional basketball player and emerging rapper LiAngelo Ball, also known by his stage names G3 and GELO, has signed with Creative Artists Agency (CAA) for representation. This strategic move aims to advance his burgeoning career in both sports and music.
Basketball Career: Born on November 24, 1998, in Anaheim, California, LiAngelo Ball gained early recognition playing alongside his brothers, Lonzo and LaMelo, at Chino Hills High School, where they secured a state championship. He briefly attended UCLA but withdrew following a suspension in 2017. Pursuing professional opportunities, Ball played internationally with Prienai in Lithuania and later joined the Los Angeles Ballers in the Junior Basketball Association (JBA). He had stints with the Greensboro Swarm in the NBA G League and the Astros de Jalisco in Mexico.
Transition to Music: In January 2025, Ball released his debut single, “Tweaker,” which quickly gained viral attention. The track’s success led to a remix featuring Lil Wayne in February. Capitalizing on this momentum, Ball secured a $13 million recording contract with Def Jam Recordings, with $8 million guaranteed. His performance of “Tweaker” during the NBA All-Star Weekend marked his live television debut as a musical artist.
With representation from CAA, LiAngelo Ball is poised to further develop his dual careers in professional basketball and the music industry.