Ngl it’s exhausting hearing athletes break down how their millions “aren’t really millions” after taxes and fees. 40M after taxes is still 40M.
The real issue isn’t the system, it’s lifestyle creep. Nobody told you to live like a king, buy 5 cars, or move with a 10‑person entourage. Modest is allowed.
Jeff Teague on Michael Jackson passing away on his NBA draft day:
“I told my family, ‘one Indiana legend died, another one was born,’ and they got mad.” 💀😭
(via @club520podcast)
The Bam discourse today is a result of watching Screamin’ A. Smith and Kendrick Perkins for the past decade.
Putting asterisks on everything, saying nothing matters without a ring. The league and ESPN abandoned storytelling and good journalism, and now you’re seeing the result.