For fans and media members alike, press day is among the most exhilarating dates found on the NBA calendar. Credentialed reporters are given the chance to peek behind the curtain and gain valuable intel on the teams they cover; fans can finally digest the reapings of successful offseasons.
Players undergo a completely different experience. For the most part, they’re peppered with the same sorts of questions.
What did you work on this summer? How do you see yourself fitting in on ___ (insert NBA team)?
Dealing with the same types of inquiries year-after-year can gradually become a bit tedious for older players.