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Beyond the Court: Scoring in Life, Faith, and Relationships with NBA Legend George Gervin
From standing at 5'9" in high school to NBA legend, George' The Iceman' Gervin defied the odds through perseverance, redemption, and the profound impact of faith and relationships on and off the court.
In this episode, George shares how he overcame obstacles and achieved greatness through hard work, dedication, and perseverance. He also speaks on the importance of a robust support system that encourages and holds you accountable. His story of becoming an NBA superstar and Hall of Famer is an excellent source of inspiration for anyone looking to make their dreams come true.
Tune in to hear George's journey from humble beginnings to greatness!
[00:01 - 08:58] Who is George “The Iceman” Gervin
Introducing George to the show
George "The Iceman" Gervin was a four-time NBA scoring champion and a member of the Naismith Hall of Fame
How George found his confidence with the help of his brother
The great players that George has played with, such as Spencer Haywood, Ralph Simpson, and more
[08:59 - 26:35] Avoiding Pitfalls and Influencing the NBA through Love
George became an MVP during his senior year
The values, principles, and morals to live by from George's mother
Looking back on the ABA and why George wouldn't want to play now
George shares how he got his nickname, "The Iceman"
[26:36 - 34:49] A Historical Scoring Battle with David Thompson and a Culture of Success
George Gervin revolutionized the big guard position in basketball
His relationship with the San Antonio Spurs is still strong today
In 1977-78, he engaged in a scoring battle with David Thompson for the league scoring championship
Basketball is one of the sports where players get compared a lot
[34:50 - 52:52] Ice: Why I Was Born to Score
George's upcoming book is called "Ice: Why I Was Born to Score" which is an autobiography about his life and how he looks at scoring beyond just basketball
The story is also about redemption and overcoming setbacks throughout his life
Scoring is not just putting the ball in the hole but also applies to fatherhood and faith
Your relationship with your family is an essential thing in life
Quotes:
"Focus is where greatness comes from. If you lose your focus, you'll probably lose whatever you're trying to accomplish." - George Gervin
"Treat people like you want to be treated and will not have very many problems." - George Gervin
"Money never made me. I made money. There's a big difference." - George Gervin
Check out George Gervin's book, "Ice: Why I Was Born to Score" on Amazon!
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By C. Lamont SmithFrom standing at 5'9" in high school to NBA legend, George' The Iceman' Gervin defied the odds through perseverance, redemption, and the profound impact of faith and relationships on and off the court.
In this episode, George shares how he overcame obstacles and achieved greatness through hard work, dedication, and perseverance. He also speaks on the importance of a robust support system that encourages and holds you accountable. His story of becoming an NBA superstar and Hall of Famer is an excellent source of inspiration for anyone looking to make their dreams come true.
Tune in to hear George's journey from humble beginnings to greatness!
[00:01 - 08:58] Who is George “The Iceman” Gervin
Introducing George to the show
George "The Iceman" Gervin was a four-time NBA scoring champion and a member of the Naismith Hall of Fame
How George found his confidence with the help of his brother
The great players that George has played with, such as Spencer Haywood, Ralph Simpson, and more
[08:59 - 26:35] Avoiding Pitfalls and Influencing the NBA through Love
George became an MVP during his senior year
The values, principles, and morals to live by from George's mother
Looking back on the ABA and why George wouldn't want to play now
George shares how he got his nickname, "The Iceman"
[26:36 - 34:49] A Historical Scoring Battle with David Thompson and a Culture of Success
George Gervin revolutionized the big guard position in basketball
His relationship with the San Antonio Spurs is still strong today
In 1977-78, he engaged in a scoring battle with David Thompson for the league scoring championship
Basketball is one of the sports where players get compared a lot
[34:50 - 52:52] Ice: Why I Was Born to Score
George's upcoming book is called "Ice: Why I Was Born to Score" which is an autobiography about his life and how he looks at scoring beyond just basketball
The story is also about redemption and overcoming setbacks throughout his life
Scoring is not just putting the ball in the hole but also applies to fatherhood and faith
Your relationship with your family is an essential thing in life
Quotes:
"Focus is where greatness comes from. If you lose your focus, you'll probably lose whatever you're trying to accomplish." - George Gervin
"Treat people like you want to be treated and will not have very many problems." - George Gervin
"Money never made me. I made money. There's a big difference." - George Gervin
Check out George Gervin's book, "Ice: Why I Was Born to Score" on Amazon!
—-----------------------
Follow HOFs On:
Instagram: @hofsthepodcast
Facebook: Hofs The Podcast
X: @hofsthepodcast
TIkTok: @hofsthepodcast
Youtube: @hofsthepodcast
Subscribe to HOFs The Podcast on:
Apple Podcasts
Spotify
IHeart Radio
Google Podcasts
Amazon Music
Visit www.hofsthepodcast.net for more information and exclusive content.