When I look back on starting Future Foundation with my wife, DeeDee, and my sister, Qaadirah, in 2001, our mission remains unchanged. We saw students with remarkable talents who simply needed consistent support and someone who believed in them. What began as an after-school program for just 15 students in some of Atlanta’s most underfunded…
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Ramadan: Finding Renewal Through Reflection and Community
We’re right in the middle of Ramadan, and I can’t help but think about what this month really does for me and for all of us. When Ramadan comes around every year, it feels like a much needed recharger. It gives me a chance to slow down and tune back into my faith, focus on…
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Leadership Lessons from Women Who Made History
When I reflect on the women who have shaped our world, I’m struck not just by their remarkable achievements but by the courage they showed in moments of uncertainty. Women’s History Month gives us an opportunity to examine these stories more closely—not just to celebrate these women but to extract wisdom we can apply in…
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The NBA G League Shines at All-Star Weekend
The NBA All-Star Weekend brought together the best of basketball, and the G League was right there in the spotlight. From the Rising Stars Game to the Up Next Game at G League Park, our players showed exactly what makes our league unique. The G League Takes Center Stage What makes All-Star Weekend powerful isn’t…
Honoring Black History Through Action and Impact
Every February, as we celebrate Black History Month, I think about the journey that brought me here – from my early days playing basketball to starting Future Foundation to my work in the G League. The legacy of Black athletes who came before us isn’t just history in a book – it’s the reason I…
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From Resolutions to Intentions: A Simple Guide to Meaningful Change
It’s that time again… the beginning of a new year, and you might be thinking about everything you want to accomplish in 2025. That could be making lists, setting big goals, or wanting to make major changes. But what if the start of a new year is less about reinventing ourselves and more about recommitting…
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