"Not my son's money" LaVar Ball praises Love and Hip Hop star Nikki Mudarris for putting family first

In a refreshingly candid interview with VladTV, LaVar Ball couldn't contain his admiration for his son LiAngelo's girlfriend, Love & Hip Hop star Nikki Mudarris, particularly praising her financial independence and commitment to family.

The outspoken Ball family patriarch, highlighted a telling example of Mudarris' self-sufficiency, recounting how she independently purchased a Rolls Royce Cullinan to accommodate their growing family.

"Two weeks later, she get [the Rolls Royce]. Not my son's money, using her money,"

LaVar Ball emphasized, clearly impressed by his son's partner's ability to make major purchases without relying on the Ball family fortune.

Mudarris has been a major player in the entertainment world since 2014. She became well-known through her participation on VH1's reality show Love & Hip Hop: Hollywood. She gained fame as a primary cast member for her keen business sense and her family's prosperous nightlife endeavors.

Since their chance encounter in Runyon Canyon, she has developed a close bond with LiAngelo Ball, the middle son of the Ball basketball dynasty, and the two of them had their second child last month.

LaVar Ball’s take on LiAngelo and Nikki’s relationship

LaVar Ball's appreciation for Mudarris extends beyond her financial independence. "I love [Mudarris]," he declared in the interview.

"I'm like, Gelo, how many girls have you had where you go to they house? This the only one that got her own spot in Beverly Hills."

The compliment prompted Mudarris to respond with heart emojis on social media, suggesting the warm feelings are mutual.

The 57-year-old LaVar Ball particularly admired how Mudarris prioritizes her family's needs.

According to LaVar, part of what makes the relationship work is their shared understanding of fame and fortune. The former Big Baller Brand CEO noted that Mudarris has experienced similar challenges with people attempting to exploit her status and wealth.

He expressed appreciation for her family's entrepreneurial spirit, noting while referencing their successful strip club enterprise:

"She business-fied, her family like that,"

How did LiAngelo and Nikki get together?

The couple's origin story adds an interesting twist to their narrative. As Mudarris revealed to Sheen Magazine, their first meeting was entirely coincidental:

"We ran into each other when we're at Runyon Canyon walking our dogs. We exchanged numbers and just went from there."

Neither was aware of the other's public profile at the time, making their connection all the more authentic.

While LiAngelo may not have followed his brothers' path to NBA stardom, he's clearly found success in his personal life. The couple welcomed their first child in July 2023, and with the recent arrival of their second baby, they've established a family of four.

LaVar's comments suggest he's pleased to see his son in a relationship with someone who brings her own success and ambition to the table.

As both the Ball and Mudarris families continue to make their marks in their respective industries, this union seems to be somewhat of a perfect match of two entrepreneurial dynasties – complete with mutual respect, financial independence, and, most importantly, a shared commitment to family values.