Bucks Quote by Sonny Vaccaro
![“There's Brandon Jennings. The NBA told him to go to college for a year, and he said, "Screw that. I'll go to Europe and make a million bucks and then come back." And he's proven to be a pretty damn good player. He's done as much for the game as Michael [Jordan] by forging a different route.” quote by Sonny Vaccaro](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/d61/sonny-vaccaro-29117_bucks_there-s-brandon-jennings-the-nba-told-hi_712460.jpg)
“There's Brandon Jennings. The NBA told him to go to college for a year, and he said, "Screw that. I'll go to Europe and make a million bucks and then come back." And he's proven to be a pretty damn good player. He's done as much for the game as Michael [Jordan] by forging a different route.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: ESPN, 2005
Choosing an unconventional path can lead to success and influence the sport.
In simple terms: Unusual routes can succeed.
Key Takeaway
Consider alternative routes.
Themes
innovation
risk
career
sports
Mood
inspirational
challenging
Type
motivational
career
When to use this quote
- high school athletes
- prospective professionals
- sports executives
Key Concepts
alternative pathways
player development
global markets
Questions to Reflect On
- What risks are worth taking?
- How does culture affect decisions?
A Different Perspective
Success may depend on support systems and exposure.
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