Earvin “Magic” Johnson keeps it moving. For years he has maintained a solid foothold in the business sector and Thursday morning it was announced that the former Los Angeles Laker and hall of famer joined Detroit Venture Partners, a venture capitalist firm co-founded by Cleveland Cavaliers owner Dan Gilbert. DVP focuses on investing in tech …
One year ago Monday the mother of Lorenzen Wright, Deborah Marion, reported him missing to local authorities in Memphis, TN. Ten days later his decomposed body was found in a field off a road that led to her house. An autopsy revealed that he had been shot multiple times; left in the summer elements to …
There are certain celebrities whose influence can send a brand’s popularity into the stratosphere. Dwyane Wade, Jay-Z, and Kanye West fit that mold. They are influencers. Influencers from the worlds of sports or Hip Hop coupled with a luxury brand create a formula rarely misses. In February, Dwyane Wade became a brand ambassador for Hublot …
Yao Ming has retired from the NBA. Yao, a native of Shanghai, China, played eight seasons for the Houston Rockets and also with the Chinese National Team for FIBA tournaments. Foot and ankle injuries marred Yao’s career, but not his legacy as he will always be credited with building the popularity of the NBA in …
Former NFL quarterback Jim McMahon injured in crash I don’t know what is going on with the car service drivers but that industry needs to take heed to the most recent incidents involving pro athletes. Not a good look for their overall image and level of trust. Jim McMahon, former Chicago Bears quarterback and Super …
Lexus gave wide receiver Larry Fitzgerald the chance to test drive the forthcoming Lexus LFA, a luxury sports car that began as a concept car over ten years ago.
A few of Ballertainment’s most special athletes are celebrating birthdays this week, NBA Legends Penny Hardaway and Gary Payton and Boston Celtics guard and 3-Point King Ray Allen. Penny Hardaway – July 18, 1971. Happy 40th Birthday, Pen!
Bliss Spa at the W Hotel Hollywood was host to the Soft Cup Retreat during ESPY’s week. Ballertainment had the honor of attending and it was a wonderful and relaxing experience all around. Gabrielle Union, fresh-faced and beautiful as always, enjoyed a manicure. Check out some of the athletes and celebs who attended….
