Ish Smith wins first final in 13th career

Globetrotters of the NBA ish smith (35 years old, 1.83, point guard; College: Wake Forest, undrafted in 2010) Had played on twelve teams through the summer of 2022, passed twice in Philadelphia and Washington. However, with only 13th this season, i denver nuggetsWhere he arrived in exchange for “KCP” from Washington for Will Barton and Monte Morris, finally managed to win the chance to play in the finals for the title.

“It’s been a great adventure, a long journey. 13 years, 13 teams,” summarizes the backup point guard, who has never played more than 219 games for a single team (the Pistons). “It’s really great to be on this stage and to get to this level. I’m so excited, but we still have four steps to go. I’m like a kid who doesn’t really notice I’m there until it’s over.” Doesn’t happen,” said the 34-year-old, who thanked “God” for this journey.

“I think I’ve been a part of 45 different teams”, Ish Smith exaggerated before staying on one franchise that marked him out as special: “One of them was Charlotte. Mike as an owner. Having (Michael Jordan), meeting him … It’s fun because that’s who I grew up with (note: Bulls), the NBA on NBC. It was a great moment to see MJ and sign with him.”