Helena Frye
The popular reality TV series Basketball Wives is set to return for its twelfth season, with Evelyn Lozada and Jennifer Williams confirmed to reprise their roles. The show, which first premiered in 2011, follows the lives of women who have connections to men in the NBA. The upcoming season will feature Christie, Henderson, Lozada, Maxiell, Williams, Brittany Renner, Ming Lee, and Ty Young.
| Characteristics | Values |
|---|---|
| Number of seasons | 12 |
| Date of first season premiere | April 11, 2010 |
| Date of last season premiere | May 5, 2025 |
| Number of episodes in the last season | 14 |
| Day of the week the episodes are released | Monday |
| Time of broadcast | 8/7C |
| Streaming platforms | Paramount+, Pluto TV, Philo, FuboTV |
| Cast members | Evelyn Lozada, Jennifer Williams, Shaunie Henderson, Jackie Christie, Brooke Bailey, Noria Dorsey-Taggar, Brandi Maxiell, Jac'Eil Duckworth, Laura Govan, Vanessa Rider, Brittany Renner, Chantel Christie-Jeffries, Ming Lee, Ty Young |
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Season 12 cast
The cast of the upcoming 12th season of "Basketball Wives LA" includes returning cast members Jackie Christie, Shaunie Henderson, Evelyn Lozada, and Jennifer Williams. They are joined by Brittany Renner, Ming Lee, and Ty Young.
Jackie Christie, Malaysia Pargo, and Jennifer Williams were joined by former "Basketball Wives LA" alumnae, Angel Brinks, Brandi Maxiell, Brooke Bailey, Brittish Williams, and LaTosha Duffey for the show's 10th season.
The show's 11th season saw the departure of Rider, Warthen, and Renner, while former cast members Laura Govan and Shaunie Henderson made guest appearances.
The original cast of "Basketball Wives LA" included Jennifer Williams, Mesha O'Neal, Royce Reed, Faith Rein, Udonis Haslem's girlfriend, and Shaunie O'Neal, who also served as an executive producer on the series.
The show follows the everyday lives of women romantically linked to players in the professional basketball industry.
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Evelyn Lozada's return
Evelyn Lozada was part of the original cast of Basketball Wives when the show debuted in 2010. She was on the show for nine seasons before she decided to leave in 2021. Lozada was a vital character on the show, and her vibrant and magnetic storytelling made her a fan favourite. In 2023, after a two-year hiatus, Lozada returned for season 11 of Basketball Wives. She also confirmed her return for season 12 of the Los Angeles branch of the show, which is expected to start filming soon.
Lozada's return to Basketball Wives comes after she spent time with her family and explored other opportunities outside of the show. During her time away from the show, she got engaged to LaVon Lewis, whom she met during her time on Queens Court. Fans will get to witness their relationship develop further in season 11.
Lozada has also expressed that she wants to take a different approach to her time on the show. In an interview with E!, she stated that she felt like she took a few steps backward after returning to the dynamic with the cast. Despite this, she maintains that at the end of the day, she and her fellow castmates are on the same team no matter what.
Lozada has been a part of the Basketball Wives franchise for over a decade and has become a household name. She is known for coining the phrase "non-mothaf–kin’ factor". Her return to the show is highly anticipated by fans, and her dynamic with the other cast members is sure to keep viewers engaged.
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Spin-off shows
The success of Basketball Wives has led to several spin-off shows. The first spin-off series, "Basketball Wives LA", aired five seasons from 2011 to 2016. The show was renewed for a second season, which premiered in 2012 and attracted 1.82 million viewers. On March 27, 2017, VH1 announced that "Basketball Wives" would be revived for a sixth season, relocating to Los Angeles and combining the casts of both the original series and its spinoff.
The success of the franchise has also led to the following spin-offs:
- Football Wives: This spin-off featured the wives and girlfriends of professional football players and aired from October 24 to December 19, 2010.
- Baseball Wives: This series featured the wives and girlfriends of baseball players from various teams and aired from November 30, 2011, to January 29, 2012.
- Ev and Ocho: This spin-off starred Evelyn Lozada and her fiancé Chad Ochocinco, but it was shelved before its premiere due to Ochocinco's arrest and their subsequent divorce.
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- Baller Wives: This spin-off featured the wives and girlfriends of professional football players and aired from August 14 to September 11, 2017.
- Basketball Wives Orlando: Premiered in 2023.
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Filming locations
Basketball Wives LA was filmed in Los Angeles, California, USA. The show follows the lives of several women who are or were romantically involved with basketball players. The first season premiered on August 29, 2011, and the show ran for three seasons, concluding in December 2012.
The cast included Gloria and Laura Govan, Jackie Christie, Imani Showalter, Malaysia Pargo, and Draya Michele. In the second season, Brooke Bailey joined as a new main cast member, and Bambi Benson made part-time contributions to the show.
In the third season, Angel Brinks, Brandi Maxiell, and LaTosha Duffey joined the cast. Brooke Bailey stated in an interview that the show had been renewed for a third season, and Draya Michele uploaded a photo of herself, Malaysia Pargo, and Jackie Christie filming scenes.
The show featured the women's daily lives, drama-filled parties, and outrageous fights. It also included trips outside of Los Angeles, such as a trip to Portugal in one episode.
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Air dates
As of February 2024, there has been no official announcement about the air date of the new season of 'Basketball Wives: LA'. However, it has been confirmed that the show is gearing up to film a new season, with Evelyn Lozada and Jennifer Williams returning.
The show follows the lives of the wives, girlfriends, and exes of past and present players from the Los Angeles Lakers and other pro franchises.
Previous seasons of the show have aired on VH1, with the third season airing in 2014. The show has featured the likes of Jackie Christie, the wife of retired player Doug Christie, Malaysia Pargo, the wife of Jannero Pargo, and Brandi Maxiell, the wife of Jason Maxiell.
While there is no confirmation on when the new season will air, it is likely that it will be released on VH1, following the pattern of previous seasons. Fans can expect to see some fresh faces, including Brittany Renner, Vanessa Rider, Jac'Eil Duckwort, and Clayanna Warthen, joining the returning cast members.
Stay tuned for further updates and official announcements regarding the air date of the new season of 'Basketball Wives: LA'.
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Frequently asked questions
Yes, Basketball Wives LA will return for its 12th season.
Season 12 of Basketball Wives LA premiered on May 5th, 2025.
The cast members of season 12 include Evelyn Lozada, Jackie Christie, Jennifer Williams, Brandi Maxiell, and Brittany Renner.
You can watch season 12 of Basketball Wives LA on VH1.
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