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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.256Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡMY6yn5CO1d
And I want to help you achieve your dreams."256Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡuJn5oBh56m
Micheal's father nods his head."We're listening." 256Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡlwKLiUS1Zx
"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."256Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡcKWT5Vfg6I
"I can do the same for you, Jones."256Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡKYVkMjMxvF
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. 256Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ8lEjIHbGQf
[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.]256Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡADRnaqC48h
[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.256Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡKzc4Bo6ajU
So he went to a strip club with his buddies and they got into a fight with some local hood rats,256Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡsQAfWT8LVs
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.256Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡuxEXYgYEMz
Networking:256Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡwIil1Ot3Uo
NBA-ran events, games, and even social media can be very promising avenues to build a professional network in this industry.256Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡag0Y56k8t4
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.256Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡRCnHEHk4N4
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."256Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡSZcAlugtdo
Kevin's father says, "We're listening, Victoria."256Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡZSwEVcNP2b
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."256Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡdul2ZOiMDx
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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?256Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡbO4k7tCNUs
"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. 256Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡF40myOl9iu
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.256Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡLkJ0dPuLFz
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.256Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡesjHz2swVF
She knows that she'll have to compete with other agents for Kevin's signature. 256Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡOKskQNIFom
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 own256Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡMSvWQsdDSJ
agencies.256Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡL0My7fIZXO
That being said, many agents work for firms, and the agent’s firm will take a potentially large percentage of those commission amounts.256Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡr3EECDD9Bj
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.256Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡIw44xP7Dfj
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. 256Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡPbhPfyfhBu
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.256Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ9L96cCFHDs
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.256Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡE3lKCik6Ef
Eddie offers Jones a lot of money and promises to make him a superstar. 256Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡvhW9CDx9S1
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.256Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡYWj8x6KYlb
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."256Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡSeExw48GwW
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." 256Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡAI3vpehFbJ
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."256Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡG70y0CEx5n
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."256Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡhpnlOUh39c
Micheal says, "I'm glad I could help, Jones. And I'm confident that I can continue to help you in the future."256Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡtkF2uLMZ9W
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."256Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡyoRZDKV03I
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."256Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡbrzwrtsool
Eddie isn't deterred, "I understand. But, listen, friendship doesn't always mix well with business."256Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡWOiTVaPBlZ
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."256Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡOW6RKKDRRr
"What?"256Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡSOXo3cuGxB
