There are certain questions in life that bemuse even the best of the best. A former teammate of LeBron James recently came across one in the presence of Gilbert Arenas. Upon being asked to pick one of either $500k or a podcast with $2.5 billion worth of rapper Jay-Z, the NBA icon had a tough decision to make.
The basketball player took time to properly analyze the possibilities. Eventually, he voiced his opinion, citing the reasons he believed were for valid behind his preference.
Which one did the former teammate of LeBron James pick?
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In an episode of No Chill with Gilbert Arenas,?the former Los Angeles Lakers star first stated Jay-Z as his guest choice for a podcast. He soon faced a moment of crisis as he had to pick one between $500k and $2.5 billion worth of artist. As Green was having a hard time deciding, co-host Arenas promptly voiced his choice, “I want the pod”.
Gilbert went on to explain his selection, highlighting the values he would be able to learn from the 53-year-old singer. “He gives you so much good s**t,”?the 3-time All-Star said to explain further. Green, upon hearing that, said, “Imma do the pod, for sure,”?after swiftly examining the possibilities.
“$500k is a lot of money man, for conversations,”?the 3-time NBA champion said before adding, “That conversation, I think, is worth it, for sure”.?The 36-year-old justified his answer in his own way after a moment of self-reflection. This further proves one thing.
Impact of Jay-Z on NBA culture
The influence of the rapper on the overall atmosphere of the league is prevalent. He once owned a minority stake in the Brooklyn Nets franchise before giving it up a few years back.
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The impact of the hip-hop lifestyle is visible in the NBA and Jay-Z has played a massive role in bringing that in. From sharing the spotlight with superstars like LeBron James to being present on the courtside to watch games, he is a supporter of the game through and through.
That’s why, no wonder, Danny Green had such a hard time picking one of those two.
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