NBA star Damian Lillard has reportedly filed for divorce from his wife, Kay’La Lillard, just days after being traded to the Milwaukee Bucks in a high-profile deal. The divorce filing cites ‘irreconcilable differences’ as the reason behind the split, according to the Willamette Week. The couple, who originally met during their college years at Weber State University, tied the knot in September 2021. However, with Damian Lillard’s recent career move, it seems there will be another significant change in his life.
Lillard initiated the divorce proceedings on October 2, only five days after his trade to the Milwaukee Bucks, leaving fans and pundits surprised by the timing of the announcement. The couple shares three young children. Details from the divorce filing indicate that Kay’La moved into a $2.7 million home in December 2022, while Damian Lillard continued to reside in the couple’s $7.7 million mansion, highlighting the recent strain in their relationship.
Despite this recent development, Damian Lillard and Kay’La seemed to have enjoyed happier times together. In a heartfelt Instagram post in November 2021, Lillard expressed his love and appreciation for his wife on her birthday. He praised her as a wonderful wife, mother, friend, and a rock-solid individual who made him a better man.
The divorce comes after an eventful offseason for Damian Lillard, during which he had openly expressed his desire for a change after spending 11 years with the Portland Trail Blazers. The trade to the Milwaukee Bucks, involving Jrue Holiday, Deandre Ayton, and Jusuf Nurkic, marked a significant shift in his career.
Now, Damian Lillard will be joining forces with reigning NBA Finals MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Milwaukee Bucks in their quest to contend for another championship. The Bucks, who secured the NBA title in 2021, have their preseason opener against the Chicago Bulls scheduled for October 8. As Lillard embarks on a new chapter in his professional basketball career, it appears he will also be navigating significant changes in his personal life. The divorce filing adds a layer of complexity to what has already been an eventful year for the star player, both on and off the court.
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Derek Chan – Editor
