Puka Nacua’s brother arrested for allegedly stealing Lakers rookie’s SUV

Samson Nacua, brother of Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Puka Nacua, was one of two people arrested over the weekend for allegedly taking L.A. Lakers rookie Adou Thiero’s SUV without his permission, the L.A. County Sheriff’s Department told NBC Los Angeles.

Police reportedly arrested Nacua and an accomplice after tracking Thiero’s car to the One Hotel in West Hollywood.

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While the exact details of the incident have not been released, deputies say Nacua entered the hotel alongside 27-year-old Trey Rose after valeting the car. After identifying both of them through security footage, police took them into custody.

After going undrafted in 2022, Nacua signed with the Indianapolis Colts, but didn’t make the final roster. He has since had stints with the UFL’s Michigan Panthers and the USFL’s Pittsburgh Maulers.

While his younger brother Puka has yet to release a statement on the subject, a crazy week for the Nacua family just got a little more confusing.

James Parker is a sports writer for Ball Exclusives, follow him on X @TheJames_Parker

About the Author Published Dec 18, 2025

JAMES PARKER

James Parker is a sports reporter and writer for Ball Exclusives. With a bachelor's degree earned at the age of 19, he’s spent years working as a sports journalist, including an award-winning stint at The Appalachian.