There are always certain where were you moments in sports that you just never forget as well as players.
Stephen Curry is definitely one of those players who leaves you speechless with a jaw dropping moment.
For example, the 2016 game winner he hit against OKC with Mike Breen on the call, by far one of my favorite plays in his career.
Steph has solidified himself as one of the all-time greats. December 14, 2021 in Madison Square Garden, he officially became the All- Time 3 point leader in NBA history surpassing none other than Ray Allen. That night was super fun, emotional, and one I won’t forget. Watching a player since college, his growth, the countless amount of criticism he receives on a day and day out basis, and constantly have to prove himself.
You would think a 4x NBA Champion, Finals MVP, NBA MVP, 3 point leader, Gold Medalist wouldn’t have to constantly prove himself over and over again but what do we always say, if you don’t have at least one hater are you really doing it right? LOL….
From three pointer number 1 to 2,974 ( passing Ray Allen) to 4,000+ it is amazing to just state the fact that the amount of work, strength, confidence, and conditioning goes into such an achievement. Keep in mind these are MADE three point shots, just imagine where the number would be if he didn’t miss. It is very astounding. I am always in constant awe whenever I get a chance to watch the chef cook it up on the court. I have also been blessed to see him in person as well. My hope is to get to another game before he hangs it up.
March 13, 2025 at home against Sacramento, Stephen solidified himself once again by hitting the 4,000 three point milestone. Congrats Steph! Keep changing the game for good and moving the needle. I feel like Steph at this stage in his career now is honestly in some of the best shape he has been in just overall stamina and his teammates. Having a good on the court team structure as well as trust makes for milestones like this truly inspiring. His teammates, coaches, trainers trust him to do his job but also have lots of fun along the way.
I can’t wait to see what’s next for Steph, I’m pushing for championship number 5. If the warriors would get it done, He will join the exclusive company: Magic, Kareem, Michael, Kobe, just to name a few. I know that is the one title he is seeking. With the playoffs on the horizon the western conference is going to be as competitive as ever. If any team can do it , Golden State can…Remember 2022?! Never ever count them out! With the 3 point king on their side.
Again Congratulations Steph on accomplishing a huge milestone. Your impact on the game is definitely seen, imitated, and imagined. There is only one Chef Curry! Keep shooting and when it’s all said and done on your hall of fame career, I can’t wait to see what the overall All-Time 3 point number ends up being.
Celebrate this moment and Kill it in the playoffs đ
As always I appreciate my readers! Check back with me next week. We head to the NCAA and celebrate the UCONN Huskies!! đ
âThis is how I attacked each and every game. Stats didnât matter to me. I broke it down by quarter and thatâs how Agent Zero became Agent Zeroâ â Gilbert Arenas 10-27-22; No Chill Podcast with Victor Oladipo.
Happy Juneteenth !
Today, I am overflowing with excitement to be able to write about Gilbert Arenas formally known as Agent Zero of the Washington Wizards. First, I would like to thank Gil for allowing me to write about him. I have previously written about him before but this time I will go more in depth about his career.
Before social media became popular, having the opportunity to write about someone I have watched many times in person during their prime is awesome.
Social Media was not prevalent as it is today, we still had to read the paper, listen to games on the radio, and regularly tune into ESPN to see highlights. I would listen to Dave Johnson a long time radio broadcaster for the Wizards as he would call every game. He made you feel as if you were at the game with his excitement and the ability to explain the entire game as itâs happening.
Basketball has been my favorite sport since I was young, and by the time I saw my first professional game in 2003, I was completely immersed in the sport.
Todayâs post will highlight Gilâs NBA career primarily his time in Washington where I saw him play the most, how I met him, and his current endeavor Gilâs Arena.
Gilâs NBA Career
In 2001, With the 31st pick in the 2nd round, The Golden State Warriors drafted Gilbert Arenas from Arizona. He averaged 19 pts. per game for his first couple seasons in the league. In 2003, he was traded to the Washington Wizards.
Who knew once Gilbert arrived in DC, it would change the trajectory of NBA basketball in the DC area. Players after him such as John Wall, Bradley Beal, and Kevin Durant all considered or even played in DC due to his impact during his time with the Wizards.
Gil played with the Wizards from 2003 -2010. At the age of 11, I saw him play in person for the first time and have kept up with his career ever since. I was in awe of his work ethic and his approach to the game so much so that I was keeping track of his stats in my head.
In his tenure in Washington, he averaged 25 points per game (ppg), 5.7 assists per game(apg), and 4.2 rebounds per game (rpg), as well as consecutive playoff appearances.
Gilâs other accolades while with the Wizards by the age of 25 included:
3x All NBA Team (2005-2007)- this honor was voted on at the end of each season.
3x NBA All Star (2005-2007)-this honor was voted on by the fans.
Top 5 NBA Scorer (2004-05, 2005-06, 2006-07)
Some of his iconic games include game winners against the Milwaukee Bucks, Utah Jazz, Chicago Bulls (playoff game winner), and scoring 60 points against the late Kobe Bryant and the Los Angeles Lakers.
Gilbert redefined basketball and how the game was played. He was difficult to guard due to his speed, ability to shoot mid-range as well elevating his long-range game. He was shooting from the logo effortlessly before Stephen Curry came on the scene
Playoffs
From 2004-2008 The Wizards made the playoffs consecutively being the first team under the Wizards name to do so since 1997. Their most memorable playoff win came during the 2004-2005 season, facing the Chicago Bulls. During this series the Wizards went down 0-2, tied the series, Gilbert hit a game winning shot in Chicago in Game 5 to force a Game 6 with the Wizards closing it out at home in 6 games. I was able to attend game 6. It was the most electrifying atmosphere I had been a part of during that season. The City of DC had its new face of DC basketball, and his name was Gilbert Arenas. In 2008, Gil extended his contract with the Wizards; a 6-year $111 million dollar deal. This would be the last contract former owner Mr. Abe Pollin, who loved and adored Gil, would sign before he passed away in 2009. In 2016, his contract payment with the Wizards ended.
Fun Fact
For the 2007 NBA All- Star Campaign, Adidas, and Gil were negotiating his shoe deal. Gil decided to throw a (fake) party to market himself and the All-Star game which was being held in Las Vegas. The marketing event worked when Gil bet on himself. His deal initially worth $15 million over the course of 5 years, ended up being agreed to for $40 million. Lesson: Donât be afraid to bet on you and showcase your worth! In 2007, Gil was voted as a starter and headliner for the All- Star game.
My favorite memories
Pic 1: When I met Gil at a Mystics game, he signed my hat for me. đ Fun Fact: Gil was the first official NBA Autograph I ever received. It was important and special to me because I was finally able to meet one of my favorite players. He was genuinely nice and approachable. Gil was sitting adjacent to where we were sitting in the stands. I just remember waving at him, and he motioned for me and my sister to come over, sign our hats and take a picture. I felt like I had a piece of DC basketball that I could keep with me for a lifetime.
Pic 2: 11/18/2022 The night he was honored for shaping DC basketball during the 25 year celebration. The hat we received at the game. It was long overdue but Iâm so glad DC welcomed him back with open arms. It was Gilâs first time back in DC in 12 years.
Another favorite memory: The Martin Luther King Jr. Game against Utah. My mom, sisters, and I attended this game. Little did we know we were about to see a game winning shot from who else, Agent 0!! The shot went in, and I jumped with excitement because the Wizards just won the game. The Washington Wizards won 114-111 against Utah Jazz. The game winner gave Gil 51 points for the game.
Let it be known Adidas Campaign
This was so much fun to just take pictures in the shirts and support one of our favorite players.
Whatâs Gil up to now?
Gil played 11 seasons in the NBA. Outside of his basketball skills on the court, his knowledge and IQ of the game has ignited the NBA fanbase. He started his podcast NO Chill Gil (his newest nickname). He speaks his mind, has fun, and even ties in his own personal experiences with his guests.
Gil has expanded from a Podcast to a weekly basketball show called Gilâs Arena (WOO WOO) with Josiah Johnson. In the last few months, this show has grown tremendously. The show airs live on YouTube Tues/Wed/Thurs at 2:30pm EST. You can stream the episodes soon after it has aired live. The show is everything you can think of sports related, entertainment, debates, latest news, and loads of fun. The best part, the fans (subscribers are allowed to interact with them as well).
I am looking forward to what is to come for Gil. đ Good luck with everything! I am glad I was able to connect with you!
Be sure to keep up with Gil
IG: no chill.gil
Twitter/ Tiktok : GilsArena
This blog was a special one for me. I appreciate everyone who took the time to read it.
I will be back friday with another one đ
*Gil Pics courtesy of Google Images*
*Gil accolades courtesy of the official Washington Wizards instagram page, be sure to follow them @washwizards*
My dad sent me KGâs documentary Anything is possible, which I have seen a couple of times which gave me the information I needed for todayâs post. Anything basketball related I will watch alot.
As I was listening to the documentary, I made the point that Kevin Garnett was Lebron before Lebron. What I mean by that is, he was drafted straight from highschool to the pros after having faith and writing a letter to David Stern. Stern was the commissioner of the league at the time until 2014. Prior to KG being drafted in 1995 from highschool, the last NBA player drafted from the same caliber was in 1975. Crazy how the game has changed. Bron was drafted in 2003.
Kevin grew up in a small town in South Carolina and instantly fell in love with the game of basketball. His mom however didnât want him playing at all. He had to sneak and play the game he loved so much. Eventually his mom would see him play and be in awe of him, so much so his family moved to chicago where he would become a household name.
KG was tall, long wingspan and could dominate both ends of the floor. Like most household names in sports there came doubters if KG would even do well in the NBA.
In 1995, Kevin would receive his dream opportunity! With the 5th pick The Minnesota Timberwolves select Kevin Garnett! He did it! Now it was time to go to work.
Coming into the Timberwolves organization, Kevin had to work to become a starter. Once a starter he would remain one for his entire 12 years with Minnesota. KG dominance earned him the nickname: The Big Ticket!
Although Minnesota was winning games and making the playoffs, they could never get over the hump for a championship shot.
Kevin had a decision to make. This decision would ultimately lead him to the promise land.
2008
Boston Celtics vs Los Angeles Lakers- what are the odds. A legendary rivalry renewed but this time KG, Allen,& Pierce up against the Black Mamba.
It was a battle with Boston winning in 6 games. Kevin finally achieved the dream. NBA Champion, he captured his win by saying Anything is Possible!!
He is right! Hard work, dedication, blocking out the haters(secret supporters) You will always be destined for great things.
Boston & LA would meet in the Finals again in 2010, Lakers would win in 7 games.
Kevin has since retired from the NBA, had his jersey retired by Boston & is a hall of famer! Same hall of fame class as Kobe.
Now in his post NBA career, Kevin has his own podcast KG Certified. (full episodes on youtube) I thoroughly enjoy his episodes. He is a great storyteller, advice giver, and someone with a good spirit. He also spends his time mentoring young rising players in the league through his various basketball camps.
I hope to meet and chat with him someday!
I appreciate you guys for reading! I will be back friday!
Teams are prepping to begin the season this coming week. Crazy how fast time flies, seems like the Las Vegas Aces just won the championship!
They will be defending their title win.
The big news all season will be the return of Brittney Griner. As many of you know she was detained in Russia for months and with the help of President Biden, She is now home, healing and returning to the game. Mistake on her part, Iâm just glad she is safe and can be back on US Soil. I wish her the best of luck. The only reason she was playing over seas like most of her WNBA counterparts is due to lack of salary the league offers.
If you were unaware the NBA salaries to WNBA are vastly different by milllions of dollars. The #1 overall draft pick for the WNBA averages a salary of rougly $78,000 a year not including endorsements or now NIL deals. Itâs sad that for as long as the WNBA has been established, the money, resources to keep players and their families happy. Playing overseas has most often than not been an option once the regular season ends. After the Griner situation, most WNBA players were reconsidering the thought of traveling to play.
I hope in years to come to the WNBA can be just as lucrative as the NBA. They also need more teams. 12 WNBA teams isnât going to cut it especially if the players that are drafted donât actually make the the roster.
This was somewhat news to me, I didnât realize if you are drafted late you arenât guaranteed a roster spot even if the team really wants you and markets you.
A direct example of this was shown with the Conneticut Sun. They drafted Alexis Morris from the National Championship LSU Tigers. She was had to basically try out to make the team only for Connecticut to waive her. You work so hard to make it to your dream job, have them promote you, only to be let go.
Iâm sure it is a frustrating process but I know Alexis will get picked up somewhere if not , her next option is overseas.
We will have to wait and see how everything comes together for her. I know it will! Good Luck to you Alexis, BG and all of the WNBA players on the upcoming season.
Never give up and if anything always bet on yourself:)
That will wrap up todayâs blog! See you guys for Football Friday!! The new schedule is here! Letâs talk about it!!
Jimmy Butler!! A dynamic scorer, can beat you from anywhere on the floor, and can just take over the game. A fellow Marquette alumn, Jimmy has made his presence known.
Playing for team like the Chicago Bulls, Philadelphia 76ers, and now the Miami Heat. In his first season with the Heat he helped lead them to the NBA finals where they lost to the Lakers. Now the heat are once again in the hunt for another title run facing the Knicks in Round 2. The series is currently tied 1-1.
Jimmyâs journey is unique in his own right he wasnât heavily recruited and ended up playing at junior college where he was able to shine. Your journey is not going to be like everyone elseâs but you can still thrive and prosper with hard work, dedication, & perseverance.
Jimmy is a super humble guy. He is funny! Always himself and makes the game fun again. He is someone I really enjoy watching play.
In his downtime, he started his own coffee business Big Face coffee in 2021, from his love of the beverage. It is an online business that Jimmy thought of not to make money but to continue to build connections.
We relate in that way because when I started my consulting business in 2020, I knew my main focus was to be able to help others grow their businesses or be another resource of support. Money will always come. I always say and agree itâs never about the money for me. I know what itâs like to wonder where the next break is coming from. The joy and satisfaction I get from seeing others succeed is more than money can ever give me.
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I wish Jimmy all the success and luck in the playoffs! The knicks/ heat series feels like it can go 7 games. Jimmy is currently out due to an ankle sprain. He has been rehabbing and resting, so hopefully he will available for game 3 and the rest of the series as it shifts to Miami.
I just wanted to write a quick post đ
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In 2013, the Golden State Warriors lost to Los Angeles Clippers in the playoffs ousting them out of the first round and on a rebuild. Coach Jackson was relieved of his duties and Coach Steve Kerr was introduced. In the last 10 years, the Warriors have appeared in multiple finals, won 4 championships, set numerous records including a 73 win season passing the 72 win chicago bulls. Their leader Stephen Curry with 2 MVPâs and 1 finals MVP (2022 Champions). The argument is always posed is Golden State a solidified dynasty with the likes of the Lakers, Bulls, Celtics. I mean what is left for them to prove honestly. Letâs talk aboutâŚ.
The 2014-2015 NBA season, the warriors finally broke the curse and won their first championship and since than have been a nemesis, underdog, the team no wants to meet in the playoffs or even the regular season. Through injuries, ups and downs, struggles on the road, the warriors proved their name true time and time again. Curry with multiple ankle injuries, Thompson with his achilles/acl injuries etc. They just find a way to win and dominate and prove everyone wrong. I love watching this team and their bond. Steph, Draymond, and Klay are the only three teammates in recent years that have been dedicated to stay together as long as they have. If itâs not broke then it doesnât need fixing. Even with the addition of KD, their chemistry and bond never wavered. No matter where the warriors are seeded they always find a way to come out on top. 4 championships later, the argument remains, Are the warriors one of the best dynastyâs. My answer yes! At this point there shouldnât even be a debate but it should be when itâs all said and done and Curry, Green, Thompson are no longer playing where will they rank? I think at least top 5 all time. I mean Stephen Curry lol.. Need I say more!
Stephen Curry, the greatest shooter ever. The way he has taken care of his body over the course of his career and to sustain it is a testament to his dedication to the game. It is so fun to watch him play. I have had the pleasure of watching him in person and itâs worth every penny. He puts on the show and just dominates. From his ball handling skills to just pure shooting ability, he is one of the best of all time and especially in the last 10 years. He has proven time and time again by his game alone that he and his team deserve respect. If you know Stephâs journey then you know it is more than just basketball and who he plays for (represents). His platform is his way of showcasing not only his talent but faith that God can do anything and use anyone for his honor and glory.
Thompson, Looney, Green have all solidified their legacies as well. I mean letâs just look at last season. Warriors started in the Play in and ended up winning the championship despite the odds. Everyone from newcomers Poole, Payton II etc. all showed up big for their team and helped bring the championship back to the Bay.
As the Warriors prepare for another Lebron /Steph matchup this time Bron on the Lakers, the question is posed how will they fair? This lakers team is slightly different from their 2020 Championship roster but I think it will be a good challenge for them. The warriors are the team to beat but honestly once they get going, on a run, and steph takes over they are really hard to beat. Steph now 35 and the Lebron now 38, Iâm excited for the matchup ahead. Hopefully the Warriors can cruise past LA in their quest for Championship #5. Let me know your thoughtsâŚ.
Itâs time to put some respect on the Warriors.
Love Them, Envy Them, They are here to stay adding to their already solidified legacy. đ
With the 2023 NBA playoffs currently underway, I wanted to give my recap on all things playoff related.
The NBA Playoffs are a sight to see as we watch great matchups, players rise to the occasion, unfortunate injuries, and of course the media giving us their breakdown of each team.
Letâs start in the East!
The Milwaukee Bucks being the overall #1 seed is the high favorite. Miami winning the 8th seed in the play-in tournament is giving them a run for their money currently up 2-1 with a game 4 happening tonight. Giannis has been out the last two games due to a bruised tail bone. He is set to make his return. Will Miami go up 3-1 and continue their momentum & potential upset? Or will the bucks get back in the series and tie it up. With another crushing injury to role player Vic Oladipo, will his absence affect Miamiâs quest to move on to the second round. I think both teams matchup well but if Miami jumps out to a hot start they have a chance to continue to dominate.
Philadelphia took care of Brooklyn in 4 games and they await their opponents for round 2.
How about the New York Knicks?!! They have the right chemistry and pieces I think to go deep in the playoffs. The addition of Jalen Brunson was a good one. I am keeping my eye on them.
Boston is one game away from securing their second round spot after going up 3-1 on the Hawks. Game 5 is a MUST WIN for them. Trae Young can shoot lights out but has been struggling. I hope he can find his mojo and help his team fight back in this series.
On to the western conferenceâŚâŚ đ My favorite conference, Itâs really anyoneâs game.
Denver is the quiet favorite right now. They arenât being discussed as much as the Lakers, Warriors, Grizzlies, Suns. Minnesota fought back and now have a chance in this series down 2-1 instead of 3-0. ( no team has come back from 3-0). Stats donât lie lol. The next game will be fun now that the Timberwolves have some life.
The Suns are looking to wrap up their series with the Clippers. With Kawhi and Paul both being out indefinitely due to injuries, itâs looking like KD and Phoenix are ready to move on and prep for round 2 which will be the winner of the Denver/Minnesota series.
Alright, Drama & Entertainment time lol. I think you know where Iâm going.
Boy oh Boy- Tell me you watched game 4 for the Lakers/Grizzlies.
I think Dillon ended up with his foot in his mouth. We all know what he said. The lesson here donât ever poke the bear or be disrespectful to the point an opponent has to shut you up. The lakers did just that scoring 40+ in the first quarter as a team. Lebron finished the game with 25 points. He played the most aggressive last game than ever before. The Grizzlies have been the talk of the league due to their chatty behavior with no deep playoff run to show for it. Will that continue to hurt them? Ja is going to be Ja every game but I will say this his style of play will continue to cause him harm than good injury wise. I never want to see a player get hurt and itâs okay to adjust your game a tad and still keep your essence. Ja is one of my favorite players but I donât want to see him get seriously hurt trying to make a statement. I honestly think the Lakers are going to win this series with how everything is going as they have a 2-1 series lead.
Lastly, the defending Golden State Warriors, barely won. They were able to tie up their series with the Kings 2-2. A gutted team win that literally couldâve went any other way. Championship teams with experience know how to pull out gritty wins. No team has beaten the Warriors at home since Boston did in the finals last year and they still pulled it out. No one even has the Warriors winning another championship this year. I lowkey love the underdog route, no matter how they are seeded they always find a way to win and just kick the champion mentality in high gear. The suspension of Draymond for Game 3 fueled them, his unselfishness to come off the bench in Game 4 helped keep the momentum. The Kings who havenât been in the playoffs in 17 years are fighting, dominating and not backing down from the challenge of playing the champs. Itâs honestly a really good series. DeâAaron Fox unfortunately has a fractured finger on his shooting hand and as of right now is doubtful for Wednesdayâs game. If he is out, we will have to see how the Kings respond but the offense runs through him. He is dominant and just a pure scorer. I like watching him.
The question now is..does this secure the Warriors a second round spot if Fox canât play. I honestly say stick to the game plan and take it one game at a time especially with how bad the road games have been for the warriors. Letâs not discuss the refs. LOL If you know you know.
Iâm excited for the rest of the playoff games. I love watching and engaging. Each game is different.
Let me know who you are rooting for and who you think will win this yearâs championship. Drop a comment or tweet me @bballmypassion
The NBA is one the best leagues for entertainment especially during the off season. Now although the end of the NBA season was captivated by the Warriors winning their 4th title in 8 years as a team, the trade deadline is taking over the summer. Throughout the season, the biggest topic of discussion was Kyrie with his refusal to be vaccinated , Russell and his lack of looking like he still in his prime, and whether or not KD could lead a team to a championship without Kyrie.
Thinking through all of these stories and how they captivated the season, now that the season is done the next question is will these players be in new jerseys come next season or be with their current. My thing is this, why request a trade if you don’t plan to stay with the team who had to give up so much just to sign you.
If you don’t know by now, Durant requested to be traded from Brooklyn less than two years with his team he asked to be traded too after choosing to leave the Warriors. This poses the question if KD will ever understand how to be true leader. I mean, true leaders of teams don’t bounce around, they usually try to stick it out. And before the Lebron stans comment, Lebron although a leader left his hometown team to join already established teams to win championships. I remember speaking to a friend about Kevin’s current request and the response was like didn’t he just get to Brooklyn why leave? Add in the Kyrie distraction drama and now Brooklyn is a mess. As I kept reading different sports articles pertaining KD & Kyrie, I started to see they both wanted to be traded and still play together and the Lakers is the only team Kyrie is demanding to be with. Now how would any of this make sense, let alone the amount of money and future draft picks you would have to give up because how high caliber each player is.
With the Lakers being the hypothetical new destination for KD or Kyrie, Westbrook is now being thrown in the conversation. Russell did mention he tends to stay in LA for now but if this trade from Brooklyn somehow happens which is highly unlikely seeing that teams don’t want the contracts of either player, it poses the question should NBA players be given the opportunity to be traded or requests trades less than two years after already being traded? I would love to know to your thoughts!
For me I think, if you are just traded your window should be at least 3 years. If you remember, KD was out for almost a year when he signed with the Nets due to his achilles injury. The Nets made the playoffs twice but have been bounced out of the first round. So because you weren’t successful right away you just walk away and give up? It took the Bulls 7 years after Michael Jordan was drafted for them to win their first championship and after that well you know the rest. I see a life lesson in this potential trade situation, you have to be okay with failure, having to wait for true results, and it may take years for success but as you go through these ups and downs you are building a foundation for solid success. So why not trust that everything you are dedicating to your job will eventually pay off? It will (whew) I needed that motivation for myself.
I hope that KD & Kyrie just stay in Brooklyn and figure it out and have a serious conversation about what they expect from each as teammates going forward instead of leaving and taking the same drama to another established team. As for Westbrook, I believe he stays with the Lakers and has a good season with them coming up and proves to everyone doubting him why they call him Mr. Triple Double!
Guess we will have to wait & see….
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It has been a little over a month since my last post….. with the NFL, College Football underway and the NBA season on the way, the content will be back and more consistent. I just have to stay disciplined to post once a week, sometimes it is good to step back and reflect. I have been going through and re reading my posts trying to find some inspiration to write.
So if you are reading this short blog and have some suggestions on what you would like me to write about please feel to comment or tweet me @bballmypassion or dm me on instagram @riah_3. I am open for anything!
But since I have you here, I figure why not give you a sports recap đ
NBA- The USA Basketball team finished in 7th place during the FIBA World championships over the summer. Spain won the tournament, but it posed the question if the dominant USA team of old is gone or if they are just waiting for the Olympics. We all know that the Olympics are a big deal and I am sure that key players such as Lebron, Steph, Klay will show up and show out for our country. Only time will tell but I am excited for next summer’s olympics. A time to come together and support each other.The
NFL- The NFL is in full swing and we are seeing teams struggle and dominate. Three key teams that are struggling right now : Steelers, Redskins, Broncos all are trying to find their way due to injuries and just lack of communication and growing pains of changes. Hopefully they will work out the kinks and get some wins on the board. I still have hope!
College Football- OHIO STATE! has been dominating! 5-0 with an impressive win over Nebraska 48-7 and Miami(OH) 76-5. I love my buckeyes and I have a feeling they will be in a very good position to win the national title. I know we are only 5 games in but they offense and defense of the buckeyes is telling and as long as they stay healthy they will go very far. đ
Sports Season is fun! Who are your favorite teams? What are you looking forward too from them? Let me know đ
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The last few days of NBA Free Agency has caused quite a frenzy with fans and teams. It is just amazing to see how many players have left and joined new teams, with one decision that is carrying the NBA Summer. Will WWKD? lol what will Kawhi Do? Most people are banking him to go to the Lakers, some think he will stay in Toronto. I honestly don’t know what he will do and don’t want to guess. I will just wait for him to announce.
Securing the bag is what most of the free agents who have signed have been able to do. In day 1 of NBA Free Agency over $2 billion dollars was awarded. It is amazing that companies hate discussing pay and yet you see the amount of how someone’s hard work can pay them. For example, Al Horford left Boston and signed a max deal with Philly for $109 million. The question poses in my head for businesses that don’t like to pay their employees or discuss pay why not?
When your employees see sports contracts shown it definitely brings the thought of why not go get what you are worth? Most employers rather than find a solution regarding pay or when an employee brings it up, they blow them off. Employers often forget that income is heavy decision maker when choosing to come on board for a job unless you are retired. So why make it a big deal? I’m glad you asked, from my personal experience I have found it difficult to get employed with a job I like because employers like to lowball salaries. I feel like if you put in the work and sacrifice a lot to learn skills, connect with new people then naturally the right opportunity will present itself with the perfect salary.
So how does this tie in with the NBA Free Agency? …On day 1 over 48 contracts were signed and a lot of players made the decision to leave surprisingly. We all know Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving both left to join up, but with KD out an entire year, we may not even see the success of that decision for awhile. I think one of the biggest winners of the draft was the Miami Heat and the acquisition of Jimmy Butler. I love his mentality and the way he plays and I know he will do well. Him and Dwyane Wade have a great relationship and it will be fun to see the role he plays in miami. Butler’s contract is worth $140 million over the next 4 years. CRAZY, that sport organizations can give out so much money but when you come back down to the real world, you see organizations have their wages at the bare minimum with it taking years for it to increase. What free agency shows me is that the opportunity will always present itself if you are working hard and believing in yourself.
Continue to seek your worth whatever that may be…..The right YES, will present itself.
I’m excited to see how the rest of free agency will play out and ultimately how the NBA Season will play out as well. Stay Tuned and keep watching, I am sure jaw dropping moves are on the way still. đ
Thanks again for reading! Happy 4th! Eat Some Good food for me LOL
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