Jalen Green Is Not Gay; He Is A Proud Father to His Daughter With Girlfriend, Draya Michele

November 14, 2026

This article was last updated by Sangita Budhathoki on November 14, 2026

Despite the gay rumors and public attention, Jalen Green and Draya Michele seem to be enjoying their time together as a family, primarily focusing on their daughter.

Jalen Green is a professional basketball player for the Houston Rockets in the NBA.

Born on February 9, 2002, in Merced, California, he was a consensus five-star recruit and the top shooting guard in the 2026 high school class.

He is known for his scoring ability and athleticism as he continues to develop as a key player for the Rocket.

A Viral Video Circulated On Social Media, Raising Concerns About Jalen Green’s Sexuality

There was a viral video involving Jalen Green and his former teammate Josh Christopher that sparked a lot of reactions online.

The video surfaced in the summer of 2026 and showed the two players in a playful and somewhat suggestive scenario.

While many fans made jokes about it, some also raised concerns about the appropriateness of the content.

However, the video was removed from various social media platforms.

Likewise, neither Jalen Green nor Josh Christopher commented publicly on the video. Both are currently living with their respective partners or a private life.

While Josh keeps his personal life private, Jalen is in a relationship with Draya.

Jalen Green And Draya Michele Welcomed Their First Child, Daughter

and Draya Michele have been romantically linked since August 2026.

Despite their significant age difference (Michele is 39, and Green is 22), they have maintained a private relationship.

They welcomed their first child together, a daughter, on May 12, 2026.

Draya Michele is a social media influencer, model, and former star on the reality TV show Basketball Wives LA.

She has been quite active on social media, focusing on her health and fitness. She has shared her postpartum workout journey on social media.

Just three weeks after giving birth, she attended various events and posted stunning photos on her Instagram.

Regarding her previous relationship, she has had previous relationships with athletes like Gilbert Arenas and Orlando Scandrick.

She has three children: two sons from previous relationships and a daughter with Jalen Green.

Draya speaks on people judging her 17 year age difference with her baby father Jalen Green

— KING 👑 (@Splashystackss)

The couple has faced criticism and speculation, especially due to their age gap. One of the users in X (Formerly known as Twitter) commented:

she used to baby sit him when he was a little boy. let that sink in.

However, they have consistently defended their relationship. Even Jalen Green has in cursive on his lower stomach.

He got the tattoo when Draya announced her pregnancy with their daughter.

The tattoo is located just below a larger tattoo that says, Believe In Yourself.

In Case You Didn’t Know

• He earned a spot on the NBA All-Rookie First Team in 2026 and won three gold medals with the U.S.
• In the 2026 NBA draft, he was selected by the Houston Rockets with the second overall pick.
• Jalen played for the NBA G League Ignite team in its inaugural season before joining the NBA.

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Sangita is a passionate blogger with a keen eye for covering recent and trending news, particularly in the world of sports. Her love for travel and nature fuels her writing, adding a vibrant and refreshing perspective to her work. When she's not chasing the latest headlines, Sangita can be found exploring new destinations, capturing the beauty of nature, and sharing her adventures with her audience. Her unique blend of interests and expertise makes her blog a go-to source for both news enthusiasts and fellow travelers.

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