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“Childish & Immature”: NBA Fans Slam LaMelo Ball For Saying It’s His Girlfriend’s Job to Change Their Kid’s Diapers

LaMelo Ball went viral on social media ahead of his highly anticipated debut with the Minnesota Timberwolves after opening up about his role as a father.

By Advait Jajodia · Sportskeeda

Published: Thursday, 22 October 2026 at 5:45 AM

Key Things to Know

NBA fans criticized LaMelo Ball after he stated changing diapers was his girlfriend's job, not his.
Ball made the parenting comments during an interview with Ernie Johnson before his Minnesota Timberwolves debut.
Ball and Anthony Edwards combined for 66 points as Minnesota defeated the Miami Heat 131-106.

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LaMelo Ball faced backlash from social media users after stating that changing diapers is his girlfriend Ana Montana's job rather than his. Speaking with Ernie Johnson ahead of his Minnesota Timberwolves debut, Ball explained that while he had changed diapers before, his partner handles most childcare responsibilities as part of their dynamic.

Fans criticized the comments as immature, calling for equal parenting responsibilities. On the court, Ball later combined with teammate Anthony Edwards for 66 points to defeat the Miami Heat 131-106 in their regular-season opener.

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