Transitioning from Playing Overseas to a New Career
For many professional basketball players, the overseas journey is a rewarding chapter filled with unique experiences, challenges, and growth. But as every player knows, the basketball court isn’t forever. Transitioning from playing overseas to a new career can be daunting, especially when there isn’t much content or guidance tailored to your specific experience. Here’s how […]
The Benefits of Gaining Dual Citizenship for American Hoopers
For American basketball players pursuing careers overseas, exploring family lineage to gain dual citizenship could be a game-changing strategy. Many countries allow individuals to obtain citizenship based on ancestry, and this small piece of paper can have a significant impact on a player’s professional journey. Let’s go into why securing citizenship from another country could […]
Lessons from Being Promoted a Division in Overseas Basketball
The Pro A championship in Germany will be decided today so this is perfect timing for this blogpost. When a team earns promotion to the top league in their country, the celebration is electric. Fans rejoice, players feel the payoff of a grueling season, and the city embraces a new level of visibility and pride. […]
Small Guards in Overseas Basketball: Why Your Time Might Be Now
Not too long ago, the overseas basketball market was obsessed with size—particularly in the backcourt. Tall guards were all the rage. Teams believed bigger meant better: longer defenders, taller shooters, more switchability. If you were a 5’10” guard? Good luck even getting a response to your highlight film. But something’s changed. In recent seasons, a […]
What Should Your Overseas Offseason Actually Look Like?
Every overseas hooper knows the truth: the real work happens before the season starts. The offseason isn’t just about catching your breath after nine months of basketball—it’s about preparing your body and mind to do it all over again… and better. But let’s be real—when the season ends, life doesn’t stop. Some of you go […]
Are Imports Expected to Be the Main Scorers Overseas?
One of the most common questions I get from players considering the overseas route is: “Are imports expected to be the main scorers?” The answer isn’t a simple yes or no—it depends on several factors, including the league, team quality, budget, and specific team needs. Let’s break it down so you know what to expect […]
Will U.S. College Basketball Upend European Basketball Development?
There’s a seismic shift happening in the world of international basketball, and it’s coming from across the Atlantic. Fueled by the explosion of Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) deals in the United States, top European prospects are increasingly turning their backs on elite youth academies like those at Real Madrid and FC Barcelona in favor […]
The Roadblocks Non-D1 Players Face Overseas—And How to Overcome Them
For many college hoopers, the dream doesn’t end when the final buzzer sounds on their NCAA, NAIA, or Juco careers. Overseas basketball offers an alternative route to continue playing professionally, but for non-D1 players, that road is filled with obstacles. The reality is harsh: The competition is fierce, exposure is limited, and getting a foot […]
Leagues Without Borders: The Real Risks Behind Non-FIBA Exposure Routes
Straight off the heels of Part 1—where I exposed the growing trend of agents nudging players toward combine events for potential kickbacks—I want to talk about an extension of this issue that’s gaining traction fast. It starts at a combine.It ends in a “league” that’s not recognized by FIBA or the NBA.And somewhere in the […]
Discount Codes? When Agents Start Playing a Different Game
Over the last few weeks, I’ve had some troubling conversations with four different players—all of them reaching out independently with the same uneasy question:“Sean, does this sound right to you?” What they shared wasn’t illegal. But it was definitely suspect. And in my eyes—unethical. Each story centered around an agent based in the U.S. recommending […]