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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.159Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡzaxDd8U9kx
And I want to help you achieve your dreams."159Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ4cGVpdKz4s
Micheal's father nods his head."We're listening." 159Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡOHa0MzOC7O
"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."159Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡwEup4dVtBQ
"I can do the same for you, Jones."159Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡITgEXGVjlu
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. 159Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡN2IQmS50qB
[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.]159Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡJxodyTayVz
[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.159Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡxpHfTSs84I
So he went to a strip club with his buddies and they got into a fight with some local hood rats,159Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡjRtxbbSJZR
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.159Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡICPae6Yxo5
Networking:159Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ7bc9tnwk9H
NBA-ran events, games, and even social media can be very promising avenues to build a professional network in this industry.159Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡB5gwG8CKnZ
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.159Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡj7AYSdieVS
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."159Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡmCXc0VrARt
Kevin's father says, "We're listening, Victoria."159Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡXuRFV4zYJJ
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."159Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡHm5YERc6kX
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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?159Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡiWpOqW5Ba6
"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. 159Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡeWUv6L28zk
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.159Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ0ze5nmuYxP
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.159Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ63qsWaARat
She knows that she'll have to compete with other agents for Kevin's signature. 159Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡo2cSPhZCnt
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 own159Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡCGD90bfFSh
agencies.159Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡmWtnI9W2iC
That being said, many agents work for firms, and the agent’s firm will take a potentially large percentage of those commission amounts.159Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡvDiKoXEftI
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.159Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡX3SeWQRYiH
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. 159Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡpV1A8nRALZ
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.159Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ8h7NESuerB
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.159Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ2oXJwO73Ks
Eddie offers Jones a lot of money and promises to make him a superstar. 159Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡncJUPJfunt
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.159Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡWjvBdz2QZY
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."159Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡQC1ozqHeZY
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." 159Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡELirDTI51Y
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."159Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡKCCfcTtoZJ
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."159Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡeoDeVcdEZT
Micheal says, "I'm glad I could help, Jones. And I'm confident that I can continue to help you in the future."159Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡV4sepEHQfA
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."159Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡD0T05sfWZ3
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."159Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡQwUL3Z4I6c
Eddie isn't deterred, "I understand. But, listen, friendship doesn't always mix well with business."159Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡw2tQRbOFKq
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."159Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡK9UuDGU4aU
"What?"159Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ00UhBf2Mld
