So, picture this: I’m at a BBQ last summer, and some guy—let’s call him “Basketball Brian”—starts ranting about how Rick Fox’s son is “definitely the next big thing in the NBA.” He’s waving a burger around, convinced that a young Fox is tearing it up in the G-League. I nodded along, trying to picture the son of the former Lakers star and the guy who owned Echo Fox esports. Spoiler alert: Brian was 100% wrong. But his confident mistake got me wondering: does Rick Fox actually have a son in the NBA? Let’s dig in, because the answer is way weirder and more interesting than you’d think.
The Short, Disappointing Answer
Nope. Rick Fox does not have a son in the NBA. Not even close. His only son, Kyle Fox, is a private dude who stays far away from the spotlight. No draft picks, no college mixtapes, no viral ankle-breakers. So if you were hoping for a Fox dynasty, sorry to burst your bubble—but stick around, because the story gets juicier.
Why do people even think this? Well, Rick Fox is a Lakers legend (three championships, remember?), and he’s got that Hollywood glow. Fans love linking famous dads to hypothetical NBA sons. It’s like when everyone swore Michael Jordan’s son Marcus would be a star—until reality hit. Same deal here: wishful thinking meets internet gossip.
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Wait—What About the Other Kids?
Rick Fox has a daughter, Sasha Fox, who’s a model and musician. Zero basketball genes involved. His ex-wife, Vanessa Williams? Yeah, the singer-actress. So no NBA pipeline there, either. But here’s the kicker: Rick actually coached a team in the Basketball Africa League for a while. That’s probably where Brian got confused—he saw a Fox coaching young players and assumed one was his kid.
And let’s not forget the elephant in the room: Rick Fox dated someone named Eliza Dushku. Yes, that actress from Buffy. No kids from that relationship, but it does explain why he’s so chill on social media—he’s living his best life, not stressing about scouting reports.
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The Real Reason This Myth Exists
Here’s the ironic part: Rick Fox’s son is actually a ghost online. Kyle Fox has zero public presence—no Instagram, no Twitter, nothing. That’s a rare thing in this oversharing age. So people fill the void with rumors. It’s the same psychology behind why we still think there’s a secret Zeppelin song on Led Zeppelin IV: if you can’t find proof, you invent it.
But let’s be real for a second. If Rick Fox had an NBA son, we’d know. The league is a soap opera—every practice is filmed, every family member gets a jersey. LeBron’s son Bronny was on ESPN at age 12. The fact that Kyle Fox is MIA is the biggest clue: no news means no NBA.
So, Who’s the Closest “NBA Son” Rick Fox Has?
If we’re being generous? Kyle Kuzma. Not literally, of course. But Kuzma was drafted by the Lakers, wore number 0 like Fox did, and even modeled in Paris Fashion Week—just like Rick. Ironic, right? They’re basically basketball soulmates. I’m not saying Kuzma is Fox’s secret love child, but hey, stranger things have happened in Hollywood.
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Or maybe it’s Jayson Tatum? No, that’s just because Tatum’s son, Deuce, is the real star of the Celtics. Sorry, Rick—you’re not the only Fox with a kid stealing hearts.
Why This Myth Won’t Die
Because the NBA is obsessed with legacies. We love second-generation players: the Currys, the Thompsons, the Ball family (chaos included). Rick Fox fits the bill—former star, good looks, ties to LA. But reality check: having a famous dad doesn’t guarantee an NBA career. Even Shaq’s son Shareef O’Neal struggled to make the league.
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And let’s not ignore the elephant’s cousin: Rick Fox is 54 years old. His son Kyle is likely in his late 20s or early 30s. That’s too old for a rookie debut. Unless he’s secretly Yuki Kawamura in a disguise, it’s not happening.
The Final Truth (And a Side Note)
So, does Rick Fox have a son in the NBA? No. But does he have a son who’s probably a successful, normal human being? Yes. And honestly, that’s cooler than being a benchwarmer in the G-League. Respect to Kyle for staying off the radar—he’s the true MVP of privacy.
If you were hoping for a different answer, I get it. We all want more Foxes in the league. But next time someone swears Rick Fox’s kid is the next Kobe, just smile and pass them the potato salad. Save yourself the BBQ debate—and maybe watch a few old Lakers highlights instead. They’re still magic.
