Who are D'Angelo Russell’s Parents?

D’Angelo Russell has proved himself as one of the best shooters currently in the league. His off-the-dribble jump shot over tall defenders and a variety of crossovers are his most often used skills.

After the completion of the 2022-23 season, the Lakers guard has signed a two-year contract extension worth $36 million with the Los Angeles Lakers. He will earn an average salary of 18 million for both seasons. The contract will run through the 2024-25 season. Russell’s high basketball IQ and his unique passing vision have made the Lakers give him the starting role in the games.

D’Angelo Russell Parents

The Left-handed point guard from Kentucky, USA was born to mother, Keisha Rowe, and father, Antonio Russell. His father also shares basketball background and played at the high school and College levels.

When Russell was a child, both parents filed for divorce and got separated. His father, Antonio Russell's presence was very little in D’Angelo’s life while his mother, Keisha Rowe raised him as a single mother.

D’Angelo Russell has always said that his mother's contribution to his success has played an immense role. She has been a strong support system for him throughout his basketball journey and acts as a supportive pillar and motivates him to stay focused. Nothing much is available about D’Angelo’s parents as they keep their life private and out of the media. However, some years ago, Russell’s dad, Antonio Russell was arrested for consuming marijuana and carrying the drug codeine in his water bottle while he was driving the car without wearing a seatbelt.

D'Angelo Russell Siblings

D'Angelo is reported to have three brothers and one sister. His brothers are Lashaun Gilliam, Antonio Russell Jr., and Tayshaun Brown. His sister's name is Cloee Russell. D'Angelo is known to be very close with his older brothers Antonio and Leshaun and even requested them to accompany him wherever he would get drafted. He didn't want to play in the NBA without having his brothers by his side.