He is. Honestly, the answer is a very solid yes.
Anthony Davis, the guy most of us know as "The Brow" and a defensive nightmare on the court, is officially off the market. He’s been married for a while now, but if you didn't know, don't feel bad. He’s basically the gold standard for keeping a high-profile life under wraps. While other NBA stars are out there posting every single vacation and meal on TikTok, Davis keeps things extremely low-key.
The woman who holds it all down is Marlen Polanco Davis.
They didn't just meet yesterday. These two have been a thing since at least 2016 or 2017. They did the whole "long-term partner" thing for years before they actually decided to make it official in front of a bunch of people. And when I say a bunch of people, I mean the kind of guest list that would make a red carpet look like a local DMV.
The Wedding That Everyone (Sorta) Saw
On September 18, 2021, Anthony Davis and Marlen P. tied the knot. It wasn't some quiet courthouse thing. They went big.
The ceremony went down at the Beverly Hills Hotel. If you follow basketball, you probably saw the clips. There’s a famous video of AD—a 6'10" giant—sitting on a chair and serenading Marlen with Dru Hill’s "Never Make a Promise." It was actually pretty sweet, if a bit surreal to see an NBA superstar singing 90s R&B at the top of his lungs.
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The guest list was basically a "who's who" of the league:
- LeBron James (obviously)
- Russell Westbrook
- Adele and Rich Paul
- Jared Dudley
Marlen wore this insane custom Nektaria gown. Later, for the reception, she swapped the heels for custom Nike sneakers that said "Mrs. Davis." That’s a pro move right there. You can’t dance at the Beverly Hills Hotel in heels all night, even if you are married to a Laker.
Actually, by the time of the wedding, AD was already a Laker, but fast forward to 2025/2026, and his world has changed a bit with the move to the Dallas Mavericks. Even with the team change, the family unit has stayed the rock.
Who is Marlen Polanco Davis?
She’s a bit of a mystery. Seriously.
Marlen is of Dominican descent and grew up in New Orleans. That’s actually where AD started his career with the Pelicans, so it makes sense that's where the roots are. Unlike many "WAGs" who leverage their husband's fame to become influencers or reality stars, Marlen has zero interest in the spotlight.
Her Instagram? Private.
Her public appearances? Rare.
She did make a red carpet debut at the Vanity Fair Oscars Afterparty in 2020, but that’s about it. She seems content being the "CEO of the household" while Anthony handles the double-doubles. Honestly, it’s probably why they’ve lasted so long. In a world of clout-chasing, she’s just... there. Supporting.
The "Davis Team": Their Three Kids
The couple doesn't just have one kid; they have a whole squad.
Their first child, a daughter named Nala, was born in November 2017. She’s the one you see most often. She was his date to the Space Jam: A New Legacy premiere back in 2021, and she’s a total natural in front of the cameras. She’s got that personality that just steals the show from her dad.
But then they added more.
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AD confirmed in 2021 that they had a son on the way, who arrived right around the time of the wedding. Then, in 2022, he dropped the news that they welcomed another boy. He told Spectrum News, "A girl and two boys now, so I got a team. I’m outnumbered."
If you look at Marlen’s private Instagram bio (yes, people have sleuthed this), she has the initials NAD, JAD, and KAD. We know Nala is the "N," but the boys' names are still largely kept secret. That’s some high-level privacy for a guy who makes $60 million a year.
Why People Get Confused
Sometimes people mix up Anthony Davis the basketball player with Anthony Davis the actor.
In late 2024, there was a big buzz because Yvette Nicole Brown (from Community) married an actor named Anthony Davis. If you just saw the headline "Anthony Davis Marries Community Star," you’d think the Mavericks big man had a secret life. But no, different guy. Same name, very different height.
Maintaining the Vows
What’s interesting is that even after the big 2021 wedding, they reportedly did a vow renewal in 2024.
It’s a testament to how much he values that stability. When he got traded to Dallas in early 2025, it was a massive shift for the family, moving from the Bel Air mansion to Texas. But through the trades and the injuries and the championships, Marlen has been the constant.
AD once told Haute Living that "the greatest luxury in life is family." He wasn't lying. He spends his off-seasons in the Dominican Republic and Mexico with them, away from the paparazzi.
What You Should Take Away
If you were looking for tea or drama, you won't find it here. The "Anthony Davis is married" story is actually just a story about a guy who found his person before he became a global icon and stuck with her.
- Status: Married to Marlen Polanco Davis since Sept 18, 2021.
- Family: Three kids (Nala and two younger sons).
- Vibe: Extremely private, family-first, no social media drama.
If you want to keep up with AD, you’re better off watching the Mavericks' box scores than checking celebrity gossip sites. He’s just not going to give the tabloids what they want, and frankly, it’s refreshing.
To stay truly updated on AD's personal life without falling for clickbait, follow official team announcements or rare, verified interviews from outlets like People or Spectrum SportsNet, as those are the only places he ever actually talks about Marlen and the kids.