From God, we come, and to God, we must all return. On behalf of my family, I want to express our gratitude to all who have reached out regarding Amir's passing. Please remember our family in your prayers. As
@sunsetAMIR
would say, to God be the Glory.
I’m saddened to learn of the passing of Bill Walton, who was an all-time great player but a much better person. I will miss hearing him call games, but more the huge smile he would greet everyone with. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.
I am honored and humbled to join the ranks of Georgia’s Sports Hall of Fame with this incredible group of athletes. Thank you to my family, mentors, and friends for their incredible support. I am grateful to the
@GAsportsHOF
for this privilege.
I'm requesting that USAB &
@NBAHistory
find all the footage from these games. My brother
@KevinGarnett5KG
definitely was the 1s champ, but I did get some buckets & wins! I have great memories of winning gold and being with a fantastic group of people.
Very proud of my brother
@sunsetAMIR
and the
@KSUOWLSMBB
on an outstanding season. Special leaders are able to help people commit to a vision
@sunsetAMIR
is that! Owls will be back-You don’t want to go to war with the Owls!
"The beginning was four years ago, and these are tears of joy, man." ❤️
Amir Abdur-Rahim reflects on how far his
@KSUOWLSMBB
team has come.
#MarchMadness
Great win last night for my
@CalMBBall
over the Cardinals. Coach
@madsen_mark
is doing a great job, especially taking down his Alma mater! You tell the damn whole world…
#GoBears
Congrats to NBA G League President Shareef Abdur-Rahim on being named to the list of 100 most influential people in the NBA -
@ShareefAbdur_R
📸 Yahoo!
#NBATwitter
#NBA
A new era in Kennesaw State basketball begins today!
We couldn't be more excited to have one of Cobb County's own return home to lead the Owls. Join us in welcoming
@sunsetAMIR
as the new Head Coach of the KSU men's basketball team!
#GoKSUOwls
📰:
It's always great to be on Campus. Thank you,
@madsen_mark
, for letting me stop by practice. Coach is doing a great job with
@CalMBBall
! I'm looking forward to catching some ACC games! Go Bears!
Congrats to
@Madsen_mark
as he enters into this next chapter
@UCBerkeley
! Yes he is a
@Stanford
grad! So what! He is a great leader, person & coach. If you want
@CalMBBall
to WIN show him & the players unwavering support! I do! Best of luck! I can’t wait to hear him say Go Bears!
While I have so much more to learn & contribute, it was an honor to accept the award during halftime of the Cal v. Colorado game. As I stood there reflecting, it struck me that the biggest impact wasn’t the basketball — it was the university itself.
My thoughts and prayers are with the family of Hank Aaron. As a kid from Atlanta, I grew up inspired by his on-field excellence, and when I started my own sports career, he was the shining example of grace and service that I always sought to emulate. RIP Hammerin' Hank
Andrej Stojaković, one of the top players in the portal, committed to Cal. Major pickup for Mark Madsen and staff
Expect the 6’7 guard to take a major leap next year. Shot 33% 3P, and had 20PTS vs. USC and 16PTS vs.
#4
Zona
Also considered Kentucky and UNC. Former McDonald’s AA
Blessed to watch my son
@jabri404
compete at historic Rupp Arena last night- the Dawgs battled, they will bounce back! Thank you to the gracious BBN supports that allowed me to cheer for for my son and the Dawgs in a fun environment.
#GoDawgs
I truly believe our biggest challenges often hold our greatest gifts.
Slow down.
Take stock.
You'll find that despite the all toil and struggle, there are moments mixed in that are so awesome it makes all the challenges worth it.
#keepmovingforward
#riseup
#youvegotthis
Is there something in your life worth pursuing, no matter how long it takes? Whatever it is, keep pushing. Don’t give up. You may face challenges, you might make progress then take a few steps back. But no matter what, if you have a dream, make it happen.
Mental health is just as important as physical health, but it’s often overlooked. This is especially true for minority groups, who may have additional barriers to getting help. If you or someone you know is struggling, please seek out help.
#MinorityMentalHealthAwarenessMonth
Deeply saddened by the passing of NBA Commissioner Emeritus David J Stern. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.Hearing him call my name in 1996 was a dream and I am eternally thankful for his advice through the years and as I stepped into my role with the GLeague. RIP DJS
My thoughts and prayers are with the family of Cliff Robinson. Literally, the toughest person I faced in my career- great competitor. I can still hear him calling me Radio Rahim-RIP my brotha.
The NBA family is deeply saddened by the passing of Clifford Robinson, an NBA All-Star, a Sixth Man Award winner and an All-Defensive Team selection during his 18-year career. We send our heartfelt condolences to his family and friends.
My heart and deepest condolences go out to the Bryant family and the other victims in today's crash. Rest in peace, brother. You left an incredible legacy on this world that will never be forgotten.
It's been an incredible year at the
@nbagleague
. Thank you to all those who have supported, guided and inspired me. Looking forward to an outstanding 2020!
#TBT
I am honored to be in a position to give back to my alma mater. The
@CalCameronInst
is an excellent student-athlete program founded on a comprehensive, data-driven approach to development.
#Philanthropy
#Cameron
Institute
#GiveBack
Friends have shared this with me over the past few days! Amazed with all the talent in our class- more that didn't make the game. To name a few: Wally Szczerbiak, Ty Lue, and my GA guy Vonteego Cummings. 95 was loaded!
There are some things worth pursuing no matter how long it takes.
It took me 12 years to get my college degree but it was important to me so I kept chipping away at it.
What about you? Is there something in your life worth pursuing, no matter how long it takes?
#inspiration
"What gifts are waiting in your challenges? What is potentially waiting for you, right around the corner, as you struggle to transition into a new role, circumstance, or situation in your life?
You’ll only find out if you continue to show up and take things one day at a time."
What a night for
@gleagueignite
and their FOUR new NBA players - the most draft selections of any program on the evening! Can't wait to see these guys on basketball's biggest stage. 🙏
I'm angry, scared & frustrated by the routine disregard for black lives. I stand w/ those who call for change. We MUST hold leaders accountable to enact systemic change. Please resist the urge to use senseless violence. I was so sad to see my hometown of Atlanta up in flames....
Every day, we have the opportunity to be our best selves. Whether it's in our work, our relationships, or simply the way we treat others, we can always strive for excellence. Staying consistent isn't always easy, but it's worth it.
Juneteenth began America's journey of living up to her promise of equality for all. Ongoing systemic racism & brutality of black people prove we as a nation still aren't living up to this promise. If the promise of our nation falls short for one of us, it falls short for us all.
Set boundaries with your time, energy, and resources - there’s only so much you can give! Respect yourself and your limits, and make sure to recognize when it’s important to say ‘no.’ Once you prioritize yourself, you’ll be surprised at how much more you can achieve.
I want to personally thank all of the school districts and agencies who are working hard to ensure that students still have access to meals while millions of kids are not physically in school.
#TogetherWeWin
#FightHunger
Athletes, it's essential to think about what comes after your playing days. College might end your full-time athletic career, but that’s just the beginning of a new chapter. Focus on what brings you joy, explore your passions, & plan for a future that’s just as rewarding.
It's normal to feel fear and doubt. Don't let it hold you back. Recognize mental blocks as opportunities. Find ways to push through and have faith that you can achieve your goals. It takes courage and strength–but it is possible!
#MentalBlocks
#PositiveMindset
#Mindset
I was honored to be part o the opening ceremony of the Junior NBA Global Championship, which brings together some of the best young basketball players from over 40 countries, giving them the chance to play basketball & learning about respect, resilience, teamwork, & community.
This is so much fun the
@NBA
75th Anniversary team. Congratulations to the day 1 & 2 announcements. The young fan in me says
@ATLHawks
@DWilkins21
has to be on the list tomorrow.
#NBA75
Tune-in to TNT’s NBA Tip-Off Thursday at 6pm/et for the unveiling of the final 25 members!
#NBA75
Learn more about the 75th Anniversary Team and
#NBA75
:
Excited to have
@MalikRose
join
@nbagleague
as head of basketball operations. His success as a player and executive at the highest levels of the game give him the experience, vision and expertise to accelerate our progress & deepen the connection between the two leagues.
Thank you to everyone that supported our 3rd annual Keep it 100 Luncheon! Celebrating our 100% graduation rate of our
@FutureFndation
students.
#CreatingFutureHeroes
The
@nbagleague
has always been a place for growth. You can get called up in a variety of different ways. That story doesn’t get told often, but that’s a big part of who we are as a league. Check out the story in the
@latimes
.
#ProudofOurGrowth
Congratulations Andre on 402! Great example of LOVE, commitment, and perseverance in pursuit of goals and dreams for all ballers- in fact all of us.
#GLEAGUE
I am sad to learn of the passing of Rico Wade. Growing up in Atlanta, the Dungeon Family gave us soundtracks that explained our city and made us proud to be from the South! Rico’s impact lives on. My thoughts and prayers are with his loved ones.
Happy Veterans Day. Today, we salute our sisters and brothers who have and continue to sacrifice for our country. Your service will never be forgotten.
This has been a great summer! Thank you to all the amazing people who made this a fun and educational experience for our Future Foundation participants. We have wonderful things in the works at the foundation and we can't wait to get the new school year started!
#FutureFoundation
3⃣ DAYS AWAY from the 2019
#GLeagueDraft
!
✅ The
#GLeagueDraft
will feature 4 rounds/112 total picks
🗓️ Saturday, October 26 at 1 PM ET
✍️ Previous Draft picks include Robert Covington, James Johnson and Chris "Birdman" Andersen
MORE INFO:
Love this pic from Sengal, from one of our Basketball Without Borders camps, where the top young players from around Africa—both boys and girls—come together to improve their skills, compete, and attend daily life skills seminars.
#BasketballWithoutBorders
#WeAreOne
“Everybody can be great because everybody can serve. You don't have to have a college degree to serve. You don't have to make your subject and your verb agree to serve. You only need a heart full of grace, a soul generated by love.”
#MLKDay
I am sad to hear of the passing of Jerry West. All of us who came in contact with Jerry understood his passion and unmatched impact on basketball. We’ll all miss the logo. My thoughts and prayers are with the West family. Rest In Peace.
I want to pause & take a moment to express
#gratitude
for a few things during a time of such uncertainty - a walk with my family to enjoy the fresh air & reconnect, the ability to connect in creative ways online with colleagues & friends, & the heroes fighting on the frontlines.
Slowing down for the night and reflecting on the Supreme Court decision against Affirmative Action. Like many, I'm stunned and disappointed by the continual repeal of protection for young black people seeking education and the dream of a better life…
I'm excited to see the impact Future Foundation continues to make in the lives of underserved kids. Since 2001, we have helped over 20,000 families! If you'd like to learn more about what we do and how you can help, visit us at .
#Future
#NonProfit
#Atlanta
Good luck to all the athletes participating in the G League Elite Camp!
Your hard work, perseverance, and passion for the game have brought you to this moment, and we're cheering you on every step of the way.
#GLeagueEliteCamp
It isn’t enough to beat the odds. We must change the odds for future generations. I've thought long & hard about why & how I succeeded. I always come up with the same answer: I grew up in poverty, but I didn’t grow up alone.
#ReadytoStepUp
#FutureFoundation
#KeepIt100
Making meaningful connections with those who share our passions and pursuits allows us to learn from one another and establish accountability and support. This is essential for our success and happiness.
#SupportSystem
#Networking