In this episode of Know Your Ship, former Utah Jazz star Thurl Bailey joins host Frank to talk about what really shapes greatness—on and off the court. From getting cut in junior high to suiting up in the NBA, Thurl shares how faith, failure, and family built the foundation for a life of impact.

Born in the heart of the civil rights era and raised on hard work and high standards, Thurl reflects on his early days in Washington D.C., his move to Utah, and the powerful life lessons that came from mentors, setbacks, and his love for the game. He opens up about the moment Dr. J inspired him, why fundamentals still matter, and how preparation changed everything.

This is more than a basketball story. It’s a Utah story. It’s an NBA story. And it’s a reminder that greatness starts with grit.

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