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NBA agents often get a certain percentage of the deals they complete for their players. The average player’s salary is over $8 million dollars a year. An agent could take home 10% or more of that value.
Michael is sitting down with Micheal Jones and his family. "Jones, I'm here to talk to you about your future in the NBA. I believe that you have the potential to be one of the top players in the league.333Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡTEZ70O86Z7
And I want to help you achieve your dreams."333Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡSjGVmjaDXm
Micheal's father nods his head."We're listening." 333Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ6wG40Xn1Xb
"Jones, I know that you're loyal to your coach and your school. And I respect that. But I also know that you're a competitor. And you want to win."
I'm confident that I can deliver. I have a proven track record of success. I've helped dozens of players make the leaque and I've helped many of them go on to win NBA championships."333Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡuBPBl4A1zP
"I can do the same for you, Jones."333Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡXR1P1i3qm7
Jones looks weary, "I appreciate the offer, Michael. But I need to think about it." "Of course Jones, take your time. But when you're ready to talk, I'm here." Michael stands up and shakes Jones's hand. 333Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡV3KQ8YkJNk
[Jones thought about the day when he should have attended basketball practice after a high school game. But, Instead went to a strip club. He did so because he felt like his coach at the time was trying to make sure he did not show favoritism to the young kids.]333Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡu908acgLLb
[And as a result he swung completely in the total opposite direction. All he did was pick f--king splinters out of his ass on the bench! The only time that his number was called, happen when someone got hurt.333Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ4KEyemVP8b
So he went to a strip club with his buddies and they got into a fight with some local hood rats,333Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡmEk7AQAGtR
cuz, they hit on his girl.
After the incident, one of the dudes had to be transported to the hospital by ambulance.
He hope that particular incident would not come back to bite him in the ass later on in his career.]
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Micheal thought about Jones. He knows that he won't be able to pressure Jones into making a decision right away. But he's confident that he will eventually choose him as his agent.333Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ1XgZVdrAkY
Networking:333Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡvjQ28q2KsZ
NBA-ran events, games, and even social media can be very promising avenues to build a professional network in this industry.333Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡEcMpX25gie
Knowing the right people makes this much easier to do. For example, networking can land you a job at a firm where you can fall back on the company’s solid relationships and reputation to get your foot in the door.333Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡizuOVUwTQr
Victoria is meeting with Kevin Durks and his family. "Kevin, I'm here to talk to you about your future in the NBA. I believe that you have the potential to be the number one pick in the draft. And I want to help you achieve your dreams."333Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡEPaiRAM2fA
Kevin's father says, "We're listening, Victoria."333Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡC6SBguYLLj
Victoria eagerly states, "Kevin, I know that you are ambitious and confident. And you want to be the best player in the league." That's why I'm here today. I believe that I can help you achieve your goals.
I have a proven track record of success. I've represented some of the biggest names in the NBA. And I can do the same for you, Kevin."333Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡfXFgzWA1uN
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Kevin's mother hesitantly, "We're interested, of course Victoria. But we need to know more." Do you have my son best interests at heart?333Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡwNjDFf68zm
"Of course Mrs Starr, I'm happy to answer any questions you might have."
Victoria spends the next hour answering Kevin and his family's numerous questions. 333Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡKW5VFHOlgb
She tells them about her experience, her NBA connections, and her plans for Kevin's career. She also tells them about the money and endorsements that Kevin can expect to earn if he signs with her agency.333Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡFPmeIFGqnh
Kevin getting impatient, "I'm impressed, Victoria. But I need to think about it." "Of course Kevin,Take your time. But when you are ready, just give me a call. Victoria stands up and shakes Kevin's hand.333Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡOnOdlSsbwl
She knows that she'll have to compete with other agents for Kevin's signature. 333Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡrj39PdaBh3
But she's confident that she can convince him that she's the best agent for him. Michael and Victoria are both eager and determined to sign Micheal Jones and Kevin Durks to their own333Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ7LWdRf7BMF
agencies.333Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡLHRID1DpcG
That being said, many agents work for firms, and the agent’s firm will take a potentially large percentage of those commission amounts.333Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡZ98bIPyRfG
Ultimately, NBA agents can make a ton of money.
But the exact figure depends on the clients they represent, the deals they arrange, and also whether they work for themselves or an agency.333Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡNJZguB4b9F
All three sport agents know that these two players are the potential future of the NBA. And they want it so bad for them. To be a part of their success. Michael has been representing Micheal Jones since he was a high school sophomore. 333Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ7DRDWSi6Gm
He has helped Micheal develop his skills, navigate the recruiting process, and choose the right college. And now, Micheal is one of the top college basketball prospects in the country, and he is projected to be a top lottery pick in the upcoming NBA 2024 draft.333Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ4YQzRfhJ7Z
Michael knows that Jones is a special player. He is also a loyal client. But when Eddie Mack, one of the most powerful sports agents in the world, comes knocking, Jones starts to waver.333Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ73urpUo3XO
Eddie offers Jones a lot of money and promises to make him a superstar. 333Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡpuQd2Q3ZXb
He is tempted by Eddie's offer. But he is also kinda conflicted. He likes and trusts Michael, his longtime agent. He also knows that Michael has his best interests at heart.
Jones decides to talk to Michael and Eddie to get their perspectives. He wants to make an informed decision about his future.333Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡaabv3g19Kv
Jones is being visited at his home by Michael and Eddie. "Guys, I'm glad to talk to you about my future in the NBA. I'm grateful for both of your offers. But I can only sign with one of you."333Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡO1rIazlnMd
Michael sympathizes, "I understand, Jones. I just want you to know that I'm here for you. I'm committed to helping you achieve your dreams." 333Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡnTNwXHj3s1
Eddie agrees, "Me too, Micheal. I believe that I'm the best agent for you." I have the most experience, the ability, and the resources to help you become a superstar."333Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡUdhg4ZRjXR
Jones is exasperated, "I appreciate that, Eddie. But I also know Michael's loyalty and commitment. He's been with me since the very beginning. And he's helped me become the player I am today."333Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡKLWBpVMwLx
Micheal says, "I'm glad I could help, Jones. And I'm confident that I can continue to help you in the future."333Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡeutfz42o6K
Eddie interjects, "I understand that you have a close, buddy type relationship with Michael. But I want you to think about what's best for your career. I can offer you more money, better and richer endorsements, and more opportunities than Michael can."333Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ1pNSVT3S7G
Jone's face is flush, "I know, Eddie. And that's a tempting offer. But I also need to consider my close relationship with Michael. He's more than just my agent. He's my friend."333Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡb6mpfoMDf4
Eddie isn't deterred, "I understand. But, listen, friendship doesn't always mix well with business."333Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡdMXQvsPY5C
Jones responds, "I know. But I'm willing to take that risk." Jones stands up and shakes Michael's hand. He then shakes Eddie's hand.
Jones gratefully says, "Thank you both for your offers. I'll let you know what I decide." He walks out of the room, leaving Michael and Eddie alone. Michael exclaims, "I thought we had a deal, Eddie."333Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡHRLMKaVRYR
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