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Jalen Green Defends Tattoo Amid Age Gap Controversy

11/2/2025

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Phoenix Suns guard Jalen Green faces scrutiny after revealing a tattoo believed to depict his girlfriend, Draya Michele.
The relationship began in 2023, with critics focusing on 17-year age gap and family plans.
Critics accuse Draya Michele of exploiting Jalen Green, noting her eldest son is the same age as him.
Green and Michele say they remain unfazed by backlash and view the tattoo as defiance against social media criticism.

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Story summary

Phoenix Suns guard Jalen Green faces scrutiny after revealing a tattoo believed to depict his girlfriend, Draya Michele.
The relationship began in 2023, with critics focusing on 17-year age gap and family plans.
Critics accuse Draya Michele of exploiting Jalen Green, noting her eldest son is the same age as him.
Green and Michele say they remain unfazed by backlash and view the tattoo as defiance against social media criticism.