LAMELO x GQ: NBA DRAFT DAY

LAMELO X GQ SPORTS

LaMelo Ball was drafted in the 1st round and was named NBA Rookie of the Year

NBA star LaMelo Ball photographed on NBA Draft Day for GQ Sports in Chino Hills, CA wearing YSL. Jewelry by Jason of Beverly Hills.

Client: GQ Sports
Agency: VRTU Studios
Photographer: Ryan Hattaway
Video: Sam Lancaster

Ryan Hattaway Captures Lamelo Ball on NBA Draft Day in 2020

On NBA draft day in 2020, Ryan Hattaway had the opportunity to photograph rising basketball star Lamelo Ball at his father’s house in Chino Hills. Lamelo, the younger brother of NBA player Lonzo Ball, was waiting to hear from the NBA what round he would be drafted in. This was a pivotal moment for Lamelo as he had been working hard to showcase his skills and prove that he had what it takes to play in the NBA.

As a fashion and celebrity photographer and filmmaker based in Miami Beach, Florida, Ryan Hattaway was the perfect person to capture this momentous occasion for GQ Magazine. Ryan’s keen eye for detail and his ability to capture the essence of his subjects has made him a sought-after photographer in the fashion and celebrity world. Ryan knew that Lamelo’s draft day was not just about his skills on the court, but also about his fashion sense and style.

Lamelo was dressed to impress on his big day, wearing a sleek black suit from YSL and a diamond necklace from Jason of Beverly Hills. Ryan was able to capture Lamelo’s sense of style and his confident attitude as he waited for news from the NBA. The photographs that Ryan took of Lamelo that day show a young man who is not only talented but also has a strong sense of self and a clear vision for his future.

Ryan’s photographs of Lamelo on draft day have since become iconic. They have been featured in numerous publications and have been widely shared on social media. Ryan’s ability to capture the essence of his subjects and his unique style of photography have made him one of the most sought-after photographers in the industry.