Why Even Following a Scammer is a Bad Idea
When you step into the overseas basketball world, you learn pretty fast that everything counts…your game, your stats, your attitude. But here’s something you might not think about: your network and who you choose to follow. Because in the social media era the term „social currency“ matters more than ever. I first heard “social currency” […]
Top 5 Red Flags in an Overseas Offer
Overseas contracts can look exciting, especially when you’re chasing your first deal. But not every offer is as solid as it sounds. In fact, some of them are designed to take advantage of rookies who don’t know what to look for. Here are five major red flags that every player should recognize before signing on […]
The Locker Room Divide…Navigating Relationships with Domestic Players
There’s a side of overseas basketball that doesn’t get talked about enough — the locker room dynamics between import players and the domestic ones. Every season, new imports arrive ready to prove themselves. But in many cases, it’s not the coach or management that determines how long you last…it’s your relationship with the domestic players. […]
Don’t Get Trapped by Shady Agent Contracts
One of the biggest mistakes I see players make overseas isn’t on the court—it’s on paper. Too many hoopers sign agent contracts without fully understanding what’s inside. And one of the most dangerous traps? Monetary penalties for leaving an agent early. What the Rules Actually Say Under Clause 320 of the FIBA Agent Guidelines, an […]
An Agents Role When A Player Gets Fired Overseas
Here’s a reality that not enough hoopers think about: getting fired overseas happens. Injuries, roster changes, budget cuts, or just not fitting with a team’s style—any of these can leave you packing your bags at the drop of a dime. But here’s the part most players don’t fully understand: what happens next depends almost entirely […]
The Costly Mistake Overseas Hoopers Make
Here’s the part I don’t understand: why do so many players fire their agent before having another one lined up? In overseas basketball, this mistake happens more often than you think—and it’s one of the fastest ways to derail a career. Even a weak agent has value. They might not be the perfect fit, but […]
Scammers Are Now Targeting Agents
When most players think about scams in overseas basketball, they assume the bullseye is on them. Fake contracts, fake trials, fake promises—it’s unfortunately nothing new. But here’s the latest twist: scammers have started targeting agents as well. That may sound like someone else’s problem, but here’s why it matters. If scammers are bold enough to […]
The Truth About “Politics” in Overseas Basketball
A wise man once told me, “Excuses are like a**holes. Everyone has one, and they all stink!” If you’ve never played overseas but claim the reason you don’t have a contract is “politics,” you’re lying to yourself. And if you have played overseas and still blame politics for why you’re not getting another job? Chances […]
Your Check Is Late Overseas… Now What?
If you play professional basketball overseas, there’s one harsh reality you’ll probably face at some point: a late paycheck. It doesn’t matter if you’re in Spain’s ACB, the second league in Germany, or a small club in Romania—every player, regardless of resume, skill level, or passport, is vulnerable to delays in payment. I always say: […]
Why Getting an Overseas Basketball Job Is So Hard These Days
Starting every spring, I start getting flooded with messages. “Hey OG, I just graduated—can you help me find a job overseas?”“My boy averaged 16 and 8—he’s league-ready. What’s the next step?”“Do you know any agents you can recommend to me?” These questions are coming from both men and women, fresh off their final college season, […]