Home/NBA

via Imago

via Imago

Basketball has become one of the most popular sports in the world, second only to soccer. The NBA has reaped significant rewards from the global appeal of basketball, establishing itself as one of the most widely watched leagues internationally. This has led to NBA stars like Jordan, LeBron and Curry achieving worldwide fame and recognition. Due to their popularity and fame, numerous NBA superstars find themselves in the same social circles as actors and models, often leading to high-profile celebrity relationships.

One such high-profile relationship is between Wizards’ star Kyle Kuzma and supermodel Winnie Harlow. Just a day after enjoying a night out with Victoria Beckham, Winnie was spotted having a great time with Lionel Messi’s wife.

Harlow enjoys a Time out with Antonella Roccuzzo

ADVERTISEMENT

Article continues below this ad

Winnie Harlow is a well-known supermodel who has walked the runways for brands such as Fendi, Tommy Hilfiger and Swarovski. Recently, Harlow appeared on the cover of the popular fashion magazine, Vogue. She has also garnered attention from the mainstream media because of her high-profile relationship with NBA star Kyle Kuzma. Harlow and Kuzma began dating in April 2020 after the latter direct messaged (DM) her on Instagram.

USA Today via Reuters

Recently, people spotted Winnie Harlow enjoying a night out with ‘Posh Spice’, Victoria Beckham. And just 24 hours later she could be seen enjoying a day out with Antonella Roccuzzo. Harlow posted a story on her Instagram handle with a picture of her day out with Roccuzzo. Brazilian YouTuber Camilla Coelho and internet personality Isabella Gurtman joined them. Antonella moved to Miami to accompany her superstar husband, Lionel Messi. Recently, Messi crossed the Atlantic to join David Beckham’s Inter Miami in the MLS.

ADVERTISEMENT

Article continues below this ad

Messi’s Impact on USA’s Footballing Landscape

Lionel Messi joined Inter Miami in July 2023 with much fanfare. Regarded as the greatest of All-Time by many soccer fans and pundits, Messi brought a level of hype to soccer that only David Beckham could have rivaled. Lionel Messi’s arrival to MLS pushed ticket prices higher by as much as 1,700% in some cases, potentially generating $256 million in revenue for the league.

Read More: Devin Booker Gets Compared to 6x WWE Champion Steve Austin, as Kyle Kuzma Takes a Hilarious Swipe at the Suns’ Star

ADVERTISEMENT

Article continues below this ad

Each Inter Miami match is a notable event, with a multitude of celebrities frequently spotted in the audience. Celebrities like LeBron James, Serena Williams, Kim Kardashian and Kyle Kuzma were all spotted watching Messi play for Inter Miami. With Messi entering the latter stages of his career, it’s understandable that even celebrities with little knowledge of soccer would want to witness the ‘Little Magician’ in action. His allure on the field transcends the sport.

Watch this Story: “Outside of Steph Curry.. Most Lethal PG in the NBA”: Stephen A. Smith Sets Massive Expectations for Damian Lillard Following Bucks Move