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 […]
Things You Will Never Know, Until You Know In Overseas Basketball
Hi teammates…Both those who have played overseas and those who have never ventured beyond their home country, often find themselves wondering about the unknown aspects of overseas basketball. I will try to shed light on some of the things players may never know about their experiences abroad, catering to both audiences. From the diligence of […]
Handling Not Having An Overseas Basketball Contract Yet
I want to address a topic that many aspiring players face: the pressure of not yet securing an overseas contract. It’s natural to feel uneasy when players around you are signing deals while you’re still waiting for your opportunity. In this blog post, I’ll share some insights on handling the questions and situations that arise […]
Agent Steering…Part 2
Straight off the heels of my last blog about agents steering players to camps, tours or summer leagues, I have a new blogpost with a similar topic. This time it is about certain agents who are steering players to Leagues that have no FIBA accreditation nor are they backed by the NBA such as the […]
Agent Steering…Part 1
It has come to my attention that there seems to be a new “scheme” going around that will surely give agents a bad name. I have spoken with 4 players who have told me the same thing about different agents/agencies. I am sad to say that all 4 agents were based in the USA, which […]
Challenges Faced by Gap Year Players: Navigating the Path to Agents and Contracts
Striving to play professional basketball overseas after having one or more a gap years after college (or even after already playing as a pro) comes with its own set of challenges. In this blog post, I will shed light on the hurdles faced by this group of hoopers as they try to find representation and […]
Protecting Yourself Against Scammers
I have made many a post about Scammers, yet players are still hitting me up and asking if the same scammer is legit or not. And especially now between seasons, it is the time when scammers are the most activel I have witnessed the unfortunate reality of players being scammed by fraudsters who are becoming […]
Pros And Cons Of A Non-Exclusive Agent Contract
As a prospective overseas basketball player, finding the right agent can be crucial to your success. However, deciding whether to sign an exclusive or non-exclusive contract with an agent can be a difficult decision. According to FIBA rules, you are allowed to have more than one agent. Whether or not it makes sense to have […]
Communication With Your Agent. How Much Is Enough?
As a professional basketball player, having an agent is essential in your career. The agent’s job is to market you to teams and negotiate the best deals for your career growth. Communication is critical between the player and agent, but how much communication is needed? Well, it depends on various factors. Firstly, it’s important to […]
Why Your Agents Location & Connections Matter
In my role as a Player Education Specialist, I have had countless conversations with players about agents and their representation. One issue that many players face is finding an agent who has connections in the countries where they would like to play. During a recent conversation with a client, he mentioned a possible agent who […]