Home Basketball NBA player Anthony Davis of the Los Angeles Lakers recently unveiled a new tattoo on his back that showcases his basketball journey from college to the NBA.

NBA player Anthony Davis of the Los Angeles Lakers recently unveiled a new tattoo on his back that showcases his basketball journey from college to the NBA.

Basketball — 05/04/2024

Los Angeles Lakers superstar Anthony Davis has recently added a new tattoo to his growing collection. Created by tattoo artist Steve Wiebe, the fresh ink covers Davis’ back and showcases his basketball journey from his college days at Kentucky to his NBA career.DENVER, COLORADO - APRIL 29: Anthony Davis #3 of the Los Angeles Lakers walks back to his bench while playing the Denver Nuggets in the first quarter during game five of the Western Conference First Round Playoffs at Ball Arena on April 29, 2024 in Denver, Colorado. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Matthew Stockman/Getty Images) The tattoo features the phrase “started with a dream” above images that include Davis wearing his No. 23 Kentucky jersey, the NCAA championship trophy from the Wildcats’ 2012 victory over Kansas, and the Larry O’Brien Trophy from the Lakers’ 2020 NBA Finals win. This new tattoo joins a previous one on Davis’ right thigh that honors the late Lakers legend Kobe Bryant, which he got in January 2020 following Bryant’s tragic death in a helicopter crash. 

ImageSince entering the NBA as the No. 1 pick in the 2012 draft, Davis has established himself as one of the premier big men in the league, earning numerous All-Star, All-NBA, and All-Defensive team selections. During the Lakers’ championship-winning campaign in 2020, Davis played a crucial role, averaging 27.7 points, 9.7 rebounds, 3.5 assists, and 1.4 blocks per game.