B-ballers,
What’s good? B-ball is sometimes misinterpreted as a sport
for the most gifted athletes. I mean, in
this modern day of b-ball, Kobe, Lebron, “Melo” and “D-Rose,” have set a pretty
high standard – concerning the modification of what a baller should be. But, in my opinion; b-ball is more of a
definitive expression displayed by anyone who possesses the will to
compete. Feel me?
This Rap Session
introduces the masses to a youngsta the Row knows as, “Streetz.” For the past
three seasons, I’ve watched him grow as a baller, but more importantly, I can
see his maturation as a person. As his
insight continues to expand, Streetz recognizes that death row b-ball is more
than a game. His youthful will to compete
on the court, or in the court, is not to be denied. Stay tuned, because the Streetz is
watching. Ya heard?
MannofStat: What is do, Streetz?
Streetz: I’m good, fam. Thanks for the interview. How are you?
MannofStat: I’m good Dunn.
Both: (Bump fists)
MannofStat: What would you say to the
naysayers who try to put a black eye on our b-ball movement?
Streetz: Death row b-ball has been a way
for me to express myself. I mean, the
way the ball moves and sounds when it goes through the net, or the rhythm of
the ball bouncing on the court, temporarily releases the tension of being
stranded on death row. Feel me?
MannofStat: Word is bond. That tension will either make you or break
you. Ya heard?
Streetz: That’s real talk, MannofStat.
MannofStat: Some ballers emulate the greats
as a mean of refining their own skills.
Is there anyone you pattern your game after?
Streetz: My style of play is simple;
hustle. Whatever I do, I go hard. Lebron is my favorite player because he goes
H.A.M. on both ends of the floor. Now, I
know I’m not a go-to man, but whatever team I play for, I give them my
all. I can defend, rebound, and score
whenever my team calls on me to do so.
Being a role player is not a problem for me.
MannofStat: The injury bug has been feeding
on you lately.
Both: (Laughs)
MannofStat: What’s the status on your
latest injury?
Streetz: I don’t know what it is,
fam. I just can’t stay healthy (shaking
his head). My left ankle is still
causing me pain every now and then, but I have an anti-inflammatory injection
scheduled. That will relieve some of the
pain until I have some bone spurs removed.
MannofStat: Aight.
Streetz: My right thumb is fractured at
the joint. It’s been painful, but I’m
healing. I’ve already gotten the green
light to play ball again. So I’ve been
shooting around, throughout the week.
Next game, I’ll be going H.A.M. nonetheless.
MannofStat: There’s no questioning your
spirit of competitiveness. Has watching
from the sidelines helped your game?
Streetz: No doubt, fam. Watching from the sidelines helped me to see
that I need to go harder in the
paint. I know I need to get better at
timing my jump when I attempt to block a shot, but my trump will be to use my
youth and speed when I’m matched up against some of the older ballers.
MannofStat: That’s what’s up!
Streetz: Keep doing what you do,
fam. You got skills. I’ll see you at the table.
MannofStat: Fo sho!
Both: (Bump fists)
Be Easy,
MannofStat
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