In this episode of The Baseline, weโre joined by Ryan Turell โ Yeshiva University legend, G League standout, and one of the most high-profi le Jewish hoopers on the planet ๐โก๏ธ.
Ryan breaks down his historic college run, his time in the NBA G League, and his transition into the Israeli basketball scene ๐ฎ๐ฑ. He opens up about the pressures of living up to expectations, what itโs like to be a visibly Jewish pro athlete, and gives us insight into offseason pro runs, combines, and the mental grind of staying ready.
โ ๏ธ Note: Only the fi rst part of the episode is on video โ you can catch the final 10 minutes on Spotify!
๐ฌ What we get into:
โ His record-breaking career at Yeshiva University
โ Life in the G League and adjusting to pro pace ๐
โ Playing in Israel and connecting with Jewish fans
โ Dealing with attention, identity, and performance
โ Navigating pro offseason workouts and showcases
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