S3 Ep18: My Dream was to be in the NBA and this Happened…

<div>I’m honored to partner with <a href="https://samehereglobal.org/"><strong>#Same Here, The Global Mental Health Movement</strong></a><strong> </strong>to bring you this episode featuring <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/ACoAACnWrxQB_sADx0c3xxEDa4GtMbpRfC1Jtw0"><strong>Christopher Wright</strong></a><strong> - PRO BASKETBALL PLAYER &amp; M.S. WARRIOR -</strong> Ambassador of <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/we-are-all-a-little-crazy/">#SameHere</a>.<br> <br> I was introduced to Chris by my dear friend, <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/eric-kussin-5010a37/">Eric Kussin</a>, Founder of Same Here. As soon as I heard Chris’ incredible story of perseverance and leadership against the mind-blowing odds as the first NBA player to knowingly compete while battling Multiple Scleroses – I knew I wanted him to share his story with you.  </div> <br> <div>You can’t help but be inspired and energized by Chris and his incredible evolution. <br> <br> Chris has been a Professional Basketball player in Europe as well as NBA. He is co-host of <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dawg-talk/id1517649416">The Dawg Talk Podcast </a>interviewing former Georgetown Hoyas basketball players Jeff Green (Houston Rockets), Greg Monroe (nine-year NBA career) and other prominent figures such as Kevin Durant (Brooklyn Nets) and Quinn Cook (Los Angeles Lakers). <br> <br> In this episode you'll hear Chris talk with Shauna about these topics and more!<br> - He Never Had the Chance to Hide it<br> - Balancing His Family Life and Basketball as a Pro Athlete<br> - The NBA Hustle No One Talks About<br> <br> Special thanks to our Founding Partners, Felica Hall Allen &amp; Associates, Influence Media Agency, CMD Agency and Hijinx Agency.<br> <br> 00:01 - Teaser<br> <br> 01:08 - Intro<br> <br> 02:00 - How Shauna Knows Chris<br> <br> 02:45 - Chris and #SameHere<br> <br> 05:30 - Chris’ Story and MS Diagnosis<br> <br> 10:42 - Where Chris is at <br> <br> 11:42 - Chris’ Evolution<br> <br> 20:43 - Chris Talks About His Time in the D-