My Forty Years Surviving NBA Divas, Clueless GMs, and Poor Shot Selection

In my forty years of closely following the NBA and covering its ups and downs, I have witnessed great talents, diva behavior, clueless management, and poor shot selection. The league has been a rollercoaster ride of emotions and incredible performances, leaving fans and analysts in awe and disbelief at times.

The NBA's Enigmatic Divas

NBA divas are a breed of their own. They possess incredible skills on the court, but their off-court antics often overshadow their on-court achievements. From excessive demands for attention to dramatic exits, these divas have tested the patience of coaches, teammates, and fans alike.

Examples of Diva Behavior

Let's take a look at some notable examples of diva behavior witnessed throughout the years. Player XYZ, known for his exceptional scoring ability, often displayed disruptive behavior towards his coaches, demanding special treatment and undermining their authority.

Furious George: My Forty Years Surviving NBA Divas, Clueless GMs, and Poor Shot Selection

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Then there was Player ABC, notorious for his arrogance and self-centered attitude. Despite his exceptional talent, he regularly clashed with teammates, leading to a toxic locker room environment and a lack of team cohesion.

Clueless GMs: The Architects of Chaos

Divas may attract attention, but clueless general managers (GMs) are responsible for assembling the team and creating an environment that fosters success. Unfortunately, some GMs have shown a lack of understanding of their players' needs, resulting in discord within their teams.

Examples of Poor Management Decisions

One of the most infamous instances of poor management decision-making was when GM XYZ signed a diva player with a long history of off-court issues. Despite warnings from fellow executives and media scrutiny, the GM ignored the signs and proceeded with the signing, ultimately contributing to the team's downfall.

Poor Shot Selection: A Recipe for Disaster

Another aspect of the NBA that has puzzled fans and analysts alike is poor shot selection. It is an unfortunate sight to see talented players opting for low-percentage shots when better options are available, adversely impacting their team's performance.

Consequences of Poor Shot Selection

Missed opportunities, wasted possessions, and momentum swings are all consequences of poor shot selection. It highlights a lack of decision-making skills and an inability to assess the game situation effectively.

: Surviving the NBA Circus

Surviving forty years of the NBA's divas, clueless GMs, and poor shot selection has been an exhilarating journey. Despite the occasional frustrations, the league continues to attract millions of fans worldwide, and the incredible talent on display overshadows the negatives. It is a testament to the sport's ability to captivate and hold our attention year after year.

Furious George: My Forty Years Surviving NBA Divas, Clueless GMs, and Poor Shot Selection

by Curt Sampson(Kindle Edition)

4.2 out of 5

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File size	:	8479 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
X-Ray	:	Enabled
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Print length	:	252 pages
Paperback	:	258 pages
Item Weight	:	14.7 ounces
Dimensions	:	6.61 x 0.62 x 9.45 inches

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The most outspoken and combative coach in NBA history—and one of the most successful, amassing more than 1,175 victories, the sixth best winning record ever—reflects on his life, his career, and his battles on and off the basketball court in this no-holds-barred memoir

A man of deep passion and intensity, George Karl earned his bad boy reputation while playing at the University of North Carolina, a rap that continued through the five years he spent with the San Antonio Spurs—and long after he stopped playing.

Karl’s beery nights, fistfights, and barking followed him into a thirty-five-year coaching career. In a game defined by big stakes and bigger egos, rabid fans and an unforgiving media, Karl was hired and fired a dozen times. After leading a team beset by injuries and with no superstar to its best season of all time—an achievement that earned Karl the title NBA Coach of the Year—he was dumped by the Denver Nuggets in 2013. Less than a year and a half later, Karl was at the helm of the Sacramento Kings, snarling and bellowing on the sidelines before being cut loose in May 2016.

Intense, obstinate, and loud, Karl has never backed down from a confrontation, whether with management, officials, or star players, as NBA legends from Allan Iverson to Gary Payton to Carmelo Anthony to Demarcus Cousins can attest. Telling his story, Karl holds nothing back as he speaks out about the game that has defined his life, including the greed, selfishness, and ass-covering he believes are characteristic of the modern NBA player, and the rampant corruption that leads all the way to the office of the NBA commissioner, David Stern. Karl also reveals how he’s learned to deal with the personalities, the pressure, and the setbacks with a resilience he acquired from his three bouts with cancer.

Raw, hard-hitting, and brutally honest, Furious George is as thrilling, unpredictable, and entertaining as the game that has defined Karl’s life.