Within a crowded local Wing Stop, Kyle Anderson smiles at the gathered Spurs fans. Over 250+ San Antonio supporters approach him, and he happily scribbles his autograph on their souvenirs. Nearby, fascinated restaurant employees peer through the glass that separates the bustling restaurant kitchen from the dining area; some venture out from their cooking responsibilities and quickly get their work caps signed, returning to their duties as they excitedly brandish new pieces of NBA memorabilia.
One particular fan captures Anderson’s attention. Kayla Janson – a girl confined to a wheelchair and unable to speak – plays a message typed on an iPad, requesting Anderson’s presence at her 16th birthday party.