While the GQ Sports series of 10 Things players Can’t Live Without provides a specific list of must-have items. And, if you read between the lines there is more insight to be garnered. OKC Thunder leader Chris Paul offered his top 10 list and of the players who’ve undertaken the task his is one that young stars might want to peruse for some savvy advice.
Lessons for young stars:
Posture: For example, the lumbar pillow or “lumbar roll” is an item that helps him maintain his posture. Paul jokes when asked if he’s shared it with his teammates that they probably all think he uses it because he’s the old man on the team.