Carlos Austin Boozer Jr. is an American former professional basketball player. Carlos was drafted in 2002 and has represented many big teams such as the Cleveland Cavaliers, Utah Jazz, Chicago Bulls, and Los Angeles Lakers. Carlos also represented the US National Team, winning a bronze in the 2004 Olympics and a gold at the 2008 Summer Olympics.

Carlos has many interesting tattoos on his body. Let us take a look at them and explore their meanings.

1. ‘Balla’ Tattoo

Tattoo: The word, “BALLA” is tattooed across the player’s throat.

Meaning: Carlos got this tattoo to help his performance on the court. He said, “This way everyone will know I’m a baller, if though I’m not playing like one.”

2. ‘God’s Will’ Tattoo

Tattoo: The right upper arm and shoulder of the player have a large tattoo of himself holding a basketball. He is seen standing in front of styling and mountains. The words, “God’s Will” are also tattooed below the portrait.

Meaning: The tattoo represents himself standing in front of the Alaskan Mountains and the skyline of Juneau.

3. ‘Family’ Tattoo

Tattoo: The word, “Family” is tattooed on the player’s right bicep.

Meaning: The word represents his love for his family and how important they are to him. He also has the names of his closed ones tattooed on him as you will read soon.

4. ‘Angel’ Tattoo

Tattoo: The upper part of Carlos’s right forearm has three angels tattooed on it. The tattoo of the angels continues to the inside of his forearm with a banner that reads, “HEAVEN SENT”

5. ‘Cross’ Tattoo

Tattoo: There is a cross tattooed on his right forearm, near his wrist as well.

Meaning: The tattoo represents the player’s religious views and the sacrifice of Jesus Christ to save humanity.

6. ‘Loyalty’ Tattoo

Tattoo: The side of his right forearm has the word, “Loyalty” tattooed on it.