LaVar Ball
LaVar Ball is a 57-year-old American entrepreneur and former basketball player, best known for his bold and controversial statements regarding his sons' basketball careers and his brand, Big Baller Brand. He gained significant media attention in the late 2010s when he moved his sons, LaMelo and LiAngelo Ball, to play for the Lithuanian team Prienai during the 2017-2018 season, where he also briefly took on a coaching role. Recently, he has been in the news due to health issues, including the amputation of his right foot, although he remains in good spirits.
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lithuania | 2 | 6.50 | 0.06% | +0% | 2,722,289 | 1,761 | $54,000 | 35$ |
| Iceland | 1 | 5.00 | 0.08% | +0% | 341,243 | 273 | $24,000 | 19$ |
| Totals | 3 | 3,063,532 | 2,034 | $78,000 | 54$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
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Iceland:
LaVar Ball is known for being the father of NBA players Lonzo, LiAngelo, and LaMelo Ball.
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Lithuania:
LaVar Ball had his foot amputated due to serious health issues.
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Lithuania:
LaVar Ball is known for his significant plans for his sons in the basketball world.
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