Five NBA stars with gangster background: Rose is on the list, and even Anthony dares to mess with the top spot

On the NBA's stage full of talent and dreams, players use sweat and hard work to chase glory, but what is little known is that some stars hide the shadow of the gangster behind them. They may have a close connection with the gangster due to their growing environment, family background or past experience. Next, let us uncover this mystery and find out.

Ros

Ros is the youngest MVP winner in NBA history, with extraordinary talent and outstanding skills. He was born in Chicago, and the city's gangster culture was prevalent, and Rose was involved early on. In fact, Ross has a gentle personality and has never participated in gang activities, but his three brothers are famous gang bosses in Chicago. They are influential in the local area. The Bulls management has hesitated whether to choose Rose because of his gangster background, worried that it would bring unstable factors to the team. However, Ross proved himself with his strength on the field with his own efforts.

Roy

"Huang Mamba" Roy was a handsome All-Star defender in the league. He has a first-class scoring ability and a graceful style of playing, but Roy has an unknown side off the court. Roy was born in Seattle, where the gang forces are complex, and Roy was deeply influenced by him during his growth. When he was a rookie, Roy had already made his mark in the locker room and enjoyed absolute voice. Even the team's boss Randolph had to give him three-pointers. His teammate Hayes once revealed that Roy does have a "gangster" background. When other players go to high-end nightclubs, Roy only goes to places that the gangsters often go to. Roy's gangster background gives him a special place in the team, but his influence is not entirely negative either. On the court, Roy won respect with his strength and temperament.

Iverson

Iverson grew up in a slum, and his growth environment allowed him to be exposed to gangster culture. When he was a teenager, Iverson made many bad friends and often participated in bad behaviors such as fighting and causing trouble. Even after entering the league, he still had close contacts with these "brothers". Iverson's tattoos, dreadlocks and other images have also become a symbol of his rebellious personality. Despite this, Iverson's performance on the court is impeccable, and his scoring ability, breakthrough skills and passion for the game have made him an idol in the hearts of fans. Although Iverson's gangster background has affected his public image to a certain extent, it has not affected his status in basketball history. He used basketball to rewritten his own destiny.

Anthony

Anthony was born in Baltimore, a city with gangsters. Anthony has had close ties with the gangster since childhood. Even after entering the league, he still had close contacts with his former "brothers", and went to and from gang parties many times, and was even warned by the league president Stern. Even so, Anthony still used his own power to stand out for his teammates many times, such as protecting James and blocking Garnett. In the conflict between Rondo and Paul, Anthony even stepped forward to persuade him to fight, showing his influence.

Pekovic

Nicolo Pekovic, this name may not be as loud as the previous ones in the NBA, but the gangster forces behind him are shocking. Pekovic's family is a famous gang group in Montenegro. It takes all black and white locally, and its business involves illegal transactions such as contraband and guns. For Pekovic, playing in the NBA seems to be just his side job. After retiring, he officially took over the family business and became a veritable gangster boss.