“From Court to Career: Discover the Surprising New Paths These Retired NBA Stars Are Taking!”
After leaving the world of basketball behind, Harrison took a job behind the counter at McDonald’s. He quit after two weeks. Today, he works as a stock trader and has left his troubles in his past.
Larry Johnson – Business And Operations Representative
Larry Johnson had his future set up after retiring from the NBA. He returned to college at UNLV where he got his bachelor of arts in social studies. He then was hired by the Knicks to be a business and operations representative.
The good times didn’t last. In 2015, Johnson was forced to file bankruptcy when it was revealed he owed over $100,000 in unpaid child support.
Ben Wallace – Owner
Ben Wallace was massively successful during his NBA playing days. He lasted in the league for 16 seasons, was named the NBA Defensive Player of the Year four times, was an all-star four times, and led the league in blocks once.
After retiring, Wallace faced several legal problems, but not that damaged him financially. In 2018, Wallace paid his way into the ownership group of the Grand Rapids Drive of the NBA’s G-League.
Bill Laimbeer
During his 15 year NBA career, Bill Laimbeer and his father started planning for life after the league. In 1994, they founded Laimbeer Packaging Corporation, which was located in Melvindale, Michigan.
Less than a decade later, Laimbeer got back on the court, becoming a coach in the WNBA. Overall he has a record of 282-207 as a head coach and has won three WNBA Championships.
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