Udonis Haslem is expanding his business portfolio with an investment in a newly promoted Premier League soccer club.
The popularity of soccer has skyrocketed in the US following the conclusion of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The sport has gained a plethora of new fans.
This apparently includes Miami Heat legend and former NBA star Udonis Haslem, who has decided to pour in some of his hard-earned money into a newly promoted English Premier League club.
Udonis Haslem buys minority stake in Ipswich Town
After playing for two decades in the NBA, Haslem has transitioned into an analyst role, primarily for Amazon Prime Video’s coverage.
Haslem is now further branching out as the Heat legend announced his investment in newly promoted PL club, Ipswich Town on X.
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“Basketball has been my life, but I’ve always respected the culture and impact of football. Proud to announce that last September, I became a minority owner of Ipswich Town Football Club.
“When I first saw the club’s motto ‘Running Towards Adversity,’ I knew this was a club I wanted to be part of. Something I’ve believed in my entire career,” Haslem wrote on X.
He added, “Then I met the people behind the club, and it became clear it was more than just words. It’s who they are. That’s the only kind of culture I want to be around.
“I’m excited to support what’s being built at Ipswich…both on and off the pitch. Miami to Portman Road. NBA to the Premier League. Let’s go, Blues!”
Haslem spent his entire career following the ever-so-famous Heat culture, and it feels like the NBA legend has found a club that perfectly embodies that sentiment.
