The OSP is honored to have former first round pick and 27th overall Jumaine Jones join this week. We will talk about the NBA past, present and future with him along with his journey post basketball career. His transformation and daily battles make this show an inspirational and must listen.

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Introduction of Jumaine Jones (by Chops)

Jumaine Jones is a 16-year professional basketball veteran, NBA Hall of Famer, Gold Medalist, Author, Philanthropist, Mental Health Advocate, and Motivational Speaker who was born in Cocoa, Florida, and raised by a single mother. He currently utilizes his "pro-athlete status" as a platform to educate and uplift youth athletes and communities by building their self-esteem, increasing mental health awareness, and developing transformative life skills.

1. Some background on your path to the NBA. (high school, college) - Chops

2. Draft Day experience - Sizz

3. What was the most memorable moment of your NBA career? - Maradei

4. What was the biggest challenge you faced during your time in the NBA? - Chops

5. Can you share any interesting behind-the-scenes stories from your playing days? - Sizz

6. How did you stay motivated and focused during the long NBA seasons? - Maradei

7. Who was the toughest opponent you ever faced on the court, and why? -Chops

8. How do you think the game of basketball has evolved since your playing days? - Sizz

9. How did you handle the pressures and expectations that come with being a professional athlete? - Maradei

10. What do you miss most about playing in the NBA? - Chops

11. How important was teamwork and camaraderie among teammates during your time in the NBA? - Sizz

12. How did you transition from playing basketball professionally to life after retirement? (mental health, physical health) - Maradei

13. Tell us about  Beyond the Hardwood Academy. - Chops

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