# LaMelo Ball parenting comments controversy

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> Updated: 2026-10-24T06:41:51.000Z. Sources: 18. Developments: 2.

Minnesota Timberwolves player LaMelo Ball has drawn public attention and sparked online debate following comments regarding his parental responsibilities. 

During media appearances, including ‘Inside the NBA’ and ‘NBA Tip-Off’, Ball addressed questions about whether he handles diaper changes for his nine-month-old son, LaOne. Ball explained that he and his partner, Ana Montana, have established a division of labor, stating, “We got a good gameplan going on. So I know what I gotta do, bring to the table, she know what she gotta do, bring to the table.” 

While Ball noted that he has changed diapers in the past, he clarified that he considers the task “just not my job.”

## Timeline

### 2026-10-24: LaMelo Ball sparks debate over parenting comments

NBA star LaMelo Ball sparked discussion after telling ESPN that changing diapers for his son is “not my job” and is handled by his partner.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/lamelo-ball-sparks-debate-over-parenting-comments

### 2026-10-22: LaMelo Ball sparks parenting debate after comments on diaper duty

NBA star LaMelo Ball sparked a social media debate after stating that his girlfriend handles diaper changes for their son, calling it a matter of their established family 'game plan'.

16 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/nba-season-opens-with-major-debuts-and-high-scoring-performances

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