Theo welcomes Wesley for a deep dive into his 17-year professional basketball journey. He reflects on his upbringing, early development, and the lessons that shaped him as a player. Wesley walks through the college recruitment process, choosing Marquette, and how EYBL helped sharpen his game. He breaks down the reality of NBA-level competition, draft night emotions, and the overseas opportunities that kept his career alive. The conversation highlights his NBA breakthrough, guarding some of the game’s biggest legends, and memorable Portland teams. The episode delivers rare insight into longevity, adaptability, and surviving at the highest level of basketball.

<p>Theo welcomes Wesley for a deep dive into his 17-year professional basketball journey. He reflects on his upbringing, early development, and the lessons that shaped him as a player. Wesley walks through the college recruitment process, choosing Marquette, and how EYBL helped sharpen his game. He breaks down the reality of NBA-level competition, draft night emotions, and the overseas opportunities that kept his career alive. The conversation highlights his NBA breakthrough, guarding some of the game&rsquo;s biggest legends, and memorable Portland teams. The episode delivers rare insight into longevity, adaptability, and surviving at the highest level of basketball.</p>

Run Your Race is the ultimate intersection of basketball and business. Theo and AJ will take their listeners on a journey through stories of tragedy and triumph while shedding light on how they both have been able to stay around the game they love. These two lifelong friends bring their explosive dynamic centerstage thanks to their knowledge of the league and infectious energy.

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Wesley Matthews | 17-Year NBA Vet, From Lowest Pay to 5-Year Deal, Guarding Kobe, Playing with Bron

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