Anthony Davis is a professional basketball player known for his versatility, defensive prowess, and scoring ability. He was born on March 11, 1993, in Chicago, Illinois.
Early Life & Family
Anthony Davis grew up in the South Side of Chicago and was raised by his parents:
Father: Anthony Davis Sr.
Mother: Erainer Davis
Siblings: He has a twin sister, Antoinette Davis, and an older sister, Iesha Davis, who played basketball at Daley College.
Davis attended Perspectives Charter School, which was not known for its basketball program. However, his rapid growth spurt (from around 6’3″ to 6’10” in high school) helped him gain attention from college scouts.
College Career
Davis played one season at the University of Kentucky (2011-2012) under coach John Calipari. He led the Wildcats to an NCAA Championship in 2012, won several awards, including:
Naismith College Player of the Year
Final Four Most Outstanding Player
Consensus First-Team All-American
NBA Career
Davis was selected as the 1st overall pick in the 2012 NBA Draft by the New Orleans Hornets (later Pelicans). He played there from 2012 to 2019, becoming a multiple-time NBA All-Star and one of the league’s top players.
In 2019, Davis was traded to the Los Angeles Lakers, where he teamed up with LeBron James. In the 2020 NBA season, Davis helped the Lakers win the NBA Championship, securing his first ring.
Personal Life
Davis has a daughter named Nala Davis (born in 2017).
He is known for his distinctive unibrow, which he trademarked with phrases like “Fear The Brow.”
He comes from a close-knit family, and his parents were deeply involved in his development as a player.
Anthony Davis is married to Marlen P. The couple has kept much of their relationship private, but they have been together for several years.
Marriage & Family
Wedding: They got married on September 18, 2021, in a star-studded ceremony in Los Angeles.
Children: They have a daughter named Nala Davis, born in 2017.
Marlen P. is known for being private and focusing on family life. She has occasionally appeared with Davis at events but prefers to stay out of the spotlight.
