Mother of Nuggets’ Christian Braun Captivates Fans in Game 4

Denver, CO – Lisa Braun, the mother of Denver Nuggets guard Christian Braun, became an unexpected highlight during Game 4 of the Western Conference semifinals against the Oklahoma City Thunder on Sunday. The match, which took place at Ball Arena, ended with the Nuggets losing 92-87, but Lisa’s presence caught the attention of the ESPN audience.

During the game, cameras frequently focused on Lisa, who is a former All-State basketball player in Missouri. Broadcaster Mark Jones even took a moment to wish her a happy Mother’s Day, mentioning Lisa along with Nicole Williams, mother of OKC’s Jalen Williams, and Nicole Joe, mother of Thunder star Isaiah Joe. All three women appeared engaged, cheering passionately for their sons from the stands.

Mark Jones noted, “[Isaiah] Joe blocked by Braun. Momma loved that defense from her son…” as Lisa reacted positively to a crucial defensive play by Christian. Viewers on social media shared their admiration for Lisa, recalling her impressive college basketball career, while others humorously commented on the number of times she appeared on screen. One fan joked, “One of these camera guys absolutely LOVES Christian Braun’s mom…”

Lisa Braun’s athletic prowess is well-documented. She was inducted into the Missouri Sports Hall of Fame in 2019 and is known for her remarkable college career at the University of Missouri, where she was a three-time All-State selection, ranked third all-time in blocked shots, and had a stint with the WNBA’s St. Louis River Queens.

In the game, Christian scored 17 points, along with three steals and a block, in an effort that ultimately fell short. The Nuggets and the Thunder are now tied 2-2 in the series, with Game 5 scheduled for Tuesday in Oklahoma City.