Injury Prevention and Recovery Tips for Overseas Players
As an overseas basketball player, staying healthy is one of your top priorities. Your body is your livelihood, and being sidelined by an injury can not only affect your performance but also your career. However, the challenges of playing abroad—different healthcare systems, limited resources, and cultural differences—make injury prevention and recovery even more crucial. Here’s […]
Why Getting a Second Opinion Can Save Your Overseas Career
They say hindsight is 20/20, and in my case, that couldn’t be more true. Looking back, had I gotten a second opinion on my injured leg, I would have taken 3-6 weeks off, healed up, and continued my career. Instead, I made the mistake of trusting the team doctor, whose priority was the team’s success, […]
Balancing Act: Playing Through Injuries in Overseas Basketball
In the world of overseas basketball, the decision to play through an injury or take time off to heal is a delicate balance that every player must navigate. While the drive to compete and contribute to your team is strong, it’s essential to recognize when pushing through pain might do more harm than good. The […]
Injury Buyout Negotiations-Without An Agent
If a player does not have an agent to represent them in negotiations when they are injured and unable to finish the season, they may face several challenges and potential disadvantages: 1. Limited knowledge and experience: Negotiating contracts and dealing with injury-related issues can be complex and require a deep understanding of the basketball industry. […]
Injury Buyout Negotiations-Having An Agent
I always say that a player never knows how good their agent is until they are either injured or fired When a player is injured and unable to finish the season, negotiations between agents and teams in overseas basketball can be complex. In such cases, agents typically focus on several key aspects: Ultimately, negotiating with […]