Every August the newest NBA draftees take part in the Rookie Transition program, which normally consists of economic management, media training and the ins and outs of how to conduct yourself as a rookie.
However, with all three major sports being involved with social issues in recent times, the NBA added to its curriculum this season for rookies - an important step towards understanding the platform they’re stepping into.
Kings No. 2 overall selection Marvin Bagley III was in attendance in Parsippany, New Jersey for the symposium, and shared his thoughts on his platform.
“There have been times where I wanted to say something about certain things, but I was hesitant to speak out because I didn’t want anything to happen,” the Kings rookie said.