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Nia Long Says Co-Parenting With Ime Udoka Is Peaceful After Public Split

She credits personal healing for a calmer dynamic focused on their son.

Overview

  • In a new cover story with The Cut, Long says she and Udoka have reached peace and mutual respect and took a positive summer trip with their 13-year-old son, Kez.
  • Long says she avoids carrying “burdensome energy” and emphasizes keeping their family environment steady.
  • Court documents from 2023–2024 show Long has sole physical custody, Udoka has reasonable visitation tied to his schedule, and he pays about $32,000 per month in child support.
  • Udoka was suspended by the Celtics in 2022 over an improper workplace relationship and now serves as head coach of the Houston Rockets.
  • Long says they plan to share future milestones for Kez, including his graduation, and she publicly wished Udoka success in his coaching career.