The NBA just got another wild headline Houston Rockets star Jalen Green has been spotted at a Phoenix Suns practice session with what appears to be a brand-new face tattoo of his 40-year-old girlfriend, Draya Michele.
This shocking move has the internet in chaos, with fans, players, and even tattoo artists chiming in on whether it’s real love or real madness.
💉 The Tattoo That Broke the Internet
Photos began circulating online early this morning showing Jalen Green courtside, rocking a small but visible portrait of Draya Michele’s face inked near his left cheekbone. The details are hard to miss it looks like the tattoo is a realistic mini version of Draya’s most recent modeling photo.
Social media immediately went into overdrive. Within minutes, “Jalen Green” and “Draya Tattoo” were trending worldwide on X (formerly Twitter).
🗣 “This man really tatted his girlfriend on his FACE?! Love is dangerous!” @NBATalksDaily
💬 “This gotta be fake. Ain’t no way Draya let him do that!” @SunsInsider
❤ A Love That’s Always in the Spotlight
Green and Michele’s relationship has been one of the NBA’s most talked-about romances. With a 17-year age gap, their connection has drawn equal parts admiration and criticism.
Draya Michele, known for her work as a model, actress, and entrepreneur, previously appeared on Basketball Wives LA. She and Jalen reportedly started dating in 2023, and by 2024, rumors of a possible engagement were already swirling after fans spotted them wearing matching jewelry.
Still, a face tattoo wasn’t on anyone’s bingo card.
🧠 What This Means for His Image
NBA players have always been known for bold personal expression from Allen Iverson’s full-body ink to Dennis Rodman’s outrageous looks but face tattoos are still rare in the league.
Branding experts say Green’s decision could have both personal and professional implications.
“When you’re a young player still building your brand, something as permanent as a face tattoo can define public perception,” said sports analyst Marcus Hill.
“If it’s real, it’s one of the boldest statements of loyalty we’ve ever seen from an NBA player.”
💬 Fans Are Divided
The online reaction has been as polarized as you’d expect. Some fans are calling it “the ultimate symbol of devotion,” while others are begging him to “laser that thing off before the next season starts.”
Even fellow players couldn’t resist weighing in:
🏀 “Bro, ain’t no way you did that for real.” Trae Young on X
😂 “Tattoo artist needs to chill. Draya’s face lookin’ at him mid-free throw.” Ja Morant
🔥 A Pattern of Bold Choices
This isn’t the first time Jalen Green has made headlines for his relationship with Draya Michele. Earlier this year, he went viral after getting a massive back tattoo of Draya’s name written in cursive, covering nearly his entire upper spine.
Now, with a face tattoo allegedly added, fans are jokingly calling it the “Draya Cinematic Universe” a love story told in ink.
📉 The Suns Connection
What’s raising even more eyebrows is that Green was spotted at the Suns’ practice, sparking speculation about whether he might be training with Devin Booker or eyeing a potential move to Phoenix.
While nothing official has been confirmed, NBA insiders note that Green has trained privately with several Suns players in recent months. Still, the timing showing up with a new tattoo of his girlfriend’s face has left fans more confused than ever.
🗣 “He’s in Suns colors, has Draya on his face, and smiling like it’s the best day of his life. Bro might really be in love.” @NBANewsClips
🕵♀ Is It Real or Just a PR Move?
Some fans believe the tattoo might be temporary possibly for a brand campaign or a photo shoot considering how clean and fresh it looks.
Others argue that Green’s history of expressive ink and his long-term relationship with Draya make it entirely believable.
🧩 “Whether it’s real or not, it’s working everyone’s talking about it,” said cultural critic Dana Porter.
“Jalen Green understands the game. Both on and off the court.”
🏀 What’s Next for Jalen Green?
With the NBA season heating up, all eyes are now on Jalen Green’s next public appearance. Will the tattoo stay? Will Draya address it herself?
So far, neither Green nor Michele has commented publicly. But insiders close to the couple suggest that Draya “was flattered but surprised” when she saw the ink for the first time.
If history tells us anything, though, it’s that Green never backs down from attention whether it’s on the court dropping 30 points or off the court making bold life statements.
🏁 Final Thoughts
In an era where NBA players are as much cultural icons as athletes, Jalen Green might have just taken things to another level.
Whether this tattoo is true love inked in permanence or just another viral moment, it proves one thing the young star isn’t afraid to let the world know who owns his heart. ❤
And as fans debate, meme, and speculate, one truth remains: Jalen Green and Draya Michele continue to be one of basketball’s most talked-about couples and they don’t seem to mind the spotlight one bit.