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, […]
Same Name, Different Game: Rule Differences Of The Overseas Game
Shortly into last season, I had a rookie overseas player DM me and say: “Man, this isn’t what I expected. It’s still basketball, but it feels like a different world.” And he’s right. That’s actually why I titled my book “Same Name, Different Game.” It wasn’t a catchy phrase I pulled out of thin air. […]
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. […]
Why You Don’t Know How Good Your Agent Is Until You’re Injured or Fired
In overseas basketball, everything seems great when you’re healthy, playing well, and getting paid on time. But when things take a turn—whether due to injury or a sudden contract termination—you quickly realize just how valuable a good agent can be. I always say: A player never knows how good their agent is until they are […]
Why You Should Never Accept the First Overseas Contract Offer
About to wrap up a solid season overseas, and your team offers you a contract to return next year. It feels good to be wanted, right? You might even be tempted to sign it immediately—after all, you already know the system, the coach, and the city. But here’s the reality: signing the first offer is […]
Why Trusting Your Agent is Crucial in Overseas Hoops
This might be hard for some hoopers to hear, but let me say it loud and clear—IF YOU HAVE AN AGENT, TRUST YOUR AGENT! If you do not trust your agent, search for one that you trust! I get it. When you’re jobless, waiting for a deal, and scrolling through social media seeing other players […]
How The FIBA Agent Fee Rule Will Reshape Overseas Hoops
Starting July 1st, 2024, a major shift is coming to overseas basketball. With FIBA’s new ruling, the responsibility for paying agent commission fees will no longer fall on teams but instead on the players themselves. This change may seem like just a financial technicality, but it will have huge ramifications for teams, players, and the […]
What GMs and Coaches Value Beyond the Stats
It’s easy to assume that your stats will speak for themselves. Points per game, rebounds, assists—these numbers are often the first things coaches and general managers (GMs) look at when evaluating players. But make no mistake: stats alone don’t secure contracts or keep you on a roster. The truth is, many players with solid stats […]
FIBA’s New Regulations on Agent Payments
Over the last two days, my Instagram DM has been flooded with messages from overseas hoopers who are either scared or confused about the new FIBA rule change regarding agent payments. Many of you wanted to know what this means for your careers and how it will impact your relationships with agents and clubs. To […]