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NetsDaily: CJ Watson now the author of children’s books.
CJ Watson now the author of children’s books. pic.twitter.com/AQTQxNujna
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C.J. Watson carved out a 10-year NBA career with not just talent but also an ability to overcome odds and tune out doubters. So whenever the former Bulls guard encountered skepticism for his latest dream, he’d answer every "Why” with a "Why not?” That dream? To create children's books. Watson, 36, has now published two titles: "CJ’s Big Dream" and "CJ’s Big Project." The first came out last November, the second in March.
“It was just a random idea I had to challenge myself and try to push myself,” Watson said in a phone conversation. “I want to try to continue to be an inspiration. Playing in the NBA is an inspiration to kids. But I wanted to continue to offer kids knowledge and tell my story through books. Kids are the next generation of leaders. They’re the next entrepreneurs, doctors, lawyers. Some kid will grow up to be President. I just wanted to try to share some gems and drops of knowledge. I want to try to propel little boys and girls and let them know it’s OK to shoot for their dreams and to dream big.”
Watson spent hours on the phone over a six-month period with Newhouse, sharing his stories and his vision for the project, which is scheduled to include at least one more title. They are based on Watson’s upbringing in Las Vegas, where he first experienced doubts for his NBA dream. “These are true stories,” Watson said. “I made it to the NBA after growing up in the inner city and not having the same resources or same chances as some. Growing up, seeing graffiti, abandoned houses, drugs, gangs, it can be discouraging. But I had a great support system that kept me focused on my goal.”
About 100 people, some with “Black Lives Matter” signs stuck to their backs, rode bikes down the Strip on Saturday morning in the latest anti-racism protest held in the Las Vegas Valley since late May. C.J. Watson, a former NBA player, said he helped organize the bike-ride demonstration through his Quiet Storm foundation that works with children.
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Watson, who said he was born and raised in Las Vegas, said he got the idea for the bike ride from a protest held in Los Angeles. He said he wanted to “do something peaceful” to advocate for change. “It’s a tough time in America right now,” he said.
Las Vegan CJ Watson is a man of many talents. CJ spent 10 seasons in the NBA. He's played overseas and in Ice Cube's 'Big 3'. Not only that, but CJ has done many charitable events here in Las Vegas and has now released his second children's book titled 'CJ's Big Project'.
Former NBA player CJ Watson and his Quiet Storm Foundation teamed up with Councilman Cedric Crear to give free meals away at the Doolittle Senior Community Center. The two teamed up with Chef Stacey Dougan of Simply Pure to provide vegetarian meals to the community of Ward 5.
Las Vegan CJ Watson spent 10 seasons in the NBA. His professional basketball career was a dream come true. However, CJ isn't content living his dream. he wants to use his story to inspire kids to succeed. Watson, who's been involved in a free basketball camp called "Hoops for Hope" for the past 17 years here in Las Vegas, has written a children's book called "CJ's Big Dream." The book was written by CJ and centers around his life becoming a professional basketball player.
David Pick: I can confirm that guard C.J. Watson, with 600+ NBA games under his belt, has signed with Usak Sportif, a low-seeded team in the Turkish League.
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Draymond Green took to Instagram to complain about Conor McGregor wearing a No. 23 Golden State Warriors jersey. That’s the number he wears, of course, for the championship-winning team. Green said “We rockin with Floyd bro not you... take that off bruh.” But McGregor wasn’t wearing a Green jersey, it was an old C.J. Watson one.
That led to McGregor telling Green he didn’t know who he was. Then he told him to to stay in school. Oh my! Green is a two-time NBA champion! But that wasn’t it, because McGregor is extra as hell. So he told Green that he “Dribbles heads off the floor. Not a ball. This is no game here kid.”
Magic waive CJ Watson
Josh Robbins: The Magic have waived C.J. Watson. By doing so, the team owes him only $1 million of his $5 million salary.
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