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Fri Feb 03 2023
By   Pragya

Jelissa Hardy is not a public figure but worked as a model from 2009 to 2013 for the well-known Model Mayhem. Indeed, she may not have a significant public presence or online footprint. She came to the publicity after her name got attached to the famous American professional basketball player, Draymond Green.

Draymond is Jelissa's ex-boyfriend who plays for the Golden State Warriors in the NBA. He was drafted in the second round of the 2012 NBA draft by the Warriors and has been with the team ever since. Green is known for his versatility on the court, as he can play multiple positions and impact both ends of the floor.

Ex-Partners: Jelissa Hardy And Draymond Green

Jelissa Hardy and Draymond Green are no longer a couple, but the ex-couples date back to the early 2010s. The duo started dating when they met at Michigan State University and began being friends.

In 2012, Jelissa and Draymond graduated from the East Lansing school. He graduated with a degree in Communication, whereas Jelissa got an English degree. Being qualified in different filed, the couple started working at other places. 

Jelissa Hardy and her ex-boyfriend, Draymond Green dated back in 2010.
Jelissa Hardy and her ex-boyfriend, Draymond Green, dated back in 2010. (Image Source: Pinterest)

When Jelissa and Draymond were together, they went to different events. They were spotted at the Nickelodeon Kids Choice Event several times. The ex-pair was also seen during the match of Stephen Curry against Iowa Energy during the 2015 NBA D-League Showcase.

After being together for a year, Hardy and Green became parents to a son. Unfortunately, they were never married to each other. After a while, in 2017, the pairs got separated for an unmentioned reason of their break up. 

Hardy Is a Mother of Two Kids

Jelissa Hardy is parenting two kids, her daughter Kyla Dior and her son, Draymond Green Jr. She became a single mother just like Shannyn Sossamon and looked after her children after two unsuccessful relationships. 

Jelissa Hardy and Draymond Green with their son and daughter.
Jelissa Hardy and Draymond Green with their son and daughter. (Image Source: Instagram @tarabrowning1030)

Dior was the first kid of Jelissa, who she had at the age of twenty with an unrevealed ex-partner. After the separation from her first love, she then connected with Draymond. And the duo welcomed a baby boy, Green Jr., on 22 December 2016 at 3.55 am PST.

NBA champion Draymond Green Is Very Good As a Father

After Jelissa Hardy and Draymond Green's separation, they still manage to communicate well for their son's sake. Many outlets often spot Father Green and son Green Jr. in some events.

In 2016, at the time of Hardy's delivery, Draymond was on a game trip and could not reach home. But he left his next game against Brooklyn and arrived home to look after his then-girlfriend and newborn child.

Father Green and son Green Jr. are often spotted in some events by many outlets.
Jelissa Hardy's ex-boyfriend, Draymond Green, with young Draymond Green Jr. (Image Source: YouTube ESPN)

Now, Draymond has already found his match in actress Hazel Renee. They were engaged in February 2019 and walked down the aisle after three years in August 2022. Now, the duo resides together with their two kids.

Net Worth Of Jelissa Hardy And Her Ex-Boyfriend 

The former model Jelissa Hardy has yet to reveal her net worth in the media. However, she had amassed a good amount of money from her three years of modeling career. She might be getting a reasonable amount of money from her ex-partner to care for their son. 

Jelissa's ex-beloved, Draymond Green, estimated net worth is $60 million, just like Giannis Antetokounmpo. He is a three-time NBA champion making $16.4 Million annually as a salary. In August 2019, Green was reported to have signed a four-year, $100 million contract extension with the Warriors.

In addition to his NBA earnings, Green also earns money through endorsements. He has endorsement deals with companies such as Nike, Beats by Dre, and BODYARMOR. He is also known for his entrepreneurial spirit and has invested in various tech startups, including the sports nutrition company, Ladder.

Real Estates & Contracts

In 2012, Draymond Green signed a deal worth $2.6 million with Golden State Warriors for three years. Again he signed an $82-million contract in July 2015. He used to collect an average annual salary of $16.4 million per year. 

In August 2020, Green owned a huge mansion in LA's Brentwood neighborhood for which he paid $9.6 million. His real estate continues because he owns a $7-million penthouse in San Francisco and many more.

Jelissa Quit Her Modeling Career

Jelissa Hardy has a degree in English but has yet to pursue a career related to it. Her portfolio was previously available on the Model Mayhem website but has been inactive since 2010. 

Instead, Hardy has shifted to Oakland, CA, and joined Jamz Trainings, which offers full-body boot camp-style workouts. She is also not available on social media, and more information about her is hard to confirm. 

About Jelissa's Boyfriend, Draymond Green

Draymond Green (March 4, 1990) is an American professional basketball player who played college basketball at Michigan State University. At that time, he was named the Big Ten Conference Defensive Player of the Year twice. Also, he was a consensus second-team All-American in 2012. 

In the second round of the 2012 NBA draft, Golden State Warriors selected Green to play for them. He quickly established himself as one of the league's best defenders and became a vital part of the Warriors' dynasty. He helped the team to win three championships in 2015, 2017, and 2018. 

Jelissa Hardy's Boyfriend, Draymond Green is an American professional basketball player.
Jelissa Hardy's Boyfriend, Draymond Green, is an American professional basketball player. (Image Source: The Ringer)

In 2017, Green became the NBA Defensive Player of the Year for the first time. He is known for his versatility, tenacity, and ability to guard multiple positions. In addition to his defensive skills, Green is a skilled passer and playmaker. 

Green is known for his unique ability to start fast breaks and create scoring opportunities for his teammates. He is widely regarded as one of the best all-around players in the NBA and is known for his competitiveness and work ethic. He holds the title of four-time All-Star and has been named to the All-NBA Third Team twice.

 

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