Martavious Irving:
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Man where do I start...coming to Indonesia in February changed my life. Really saved it. It gave me hope again. Basketball has been my life since my pops passed at 6 years old and after college I must say it's been a rocky ride. From getting sent home for non basketball reasons in Slovakia, to not being picked up by anyone for a couple years, the best gig I could get was China tours. Which is fine because I was always grateful to play the game of basketball one more time. It made me love the game so much more. These pictures show my passion for the game, shows that I would give my life for it, because I love the game sooo much. And I can only thank God for granting me the ability to continue to play it on the professional level. With that being said, I must give my greatest thank you to the organization of @pelitajayabasketball for giving me a chance again. You guys believed in me. I was in China for a month and 2 days before I was about to go back home, you called and asked for my services. Never in my wildest dreams I'd think I'd help lead a team to a Championship, one that they haven't had since 1991. For that I appreciate you! To the staff, in the office and on the court, thank you for believing in me and trusting my knowledge of the game. From the coaches, to the trainers, all you guys became family and that's why this ride was so special. To all the fans of Pelita Jaya thanks for cheering on this squad all year and believing we could make history. I will forever hold you in my heart for that. Last but not least, to the men that became Brother I will forever love you guys. It became bigger than basketball with the genuine love you guys showed me. Helping me adjust, what foods to eat, keeping me calm in games when I'll be mad, and mostly believing that I could help lead to a championship, I want to say I love you guys forever! This was an incredible ride with the perfect story book ending and hopefully it isn't the last. All of you guys believed in a kid from Ft. Lauderdale, Florida and I wish I could repay you with more. So thank you and I love all you guys that helped on this process.
Peace and Love
-Tay
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Man where do I start...coming to Indonesia in February changed my life. Really saved it. It gave me hope again. Basketball has been my life since my pops passed at 6 years old and after college I must say it's been a rocky ride. From getting sent home for non basketball reasons in Slovakia, to not being picked up by anyone for a couple years, the best gig I could get was China tours. Which is fine because I was always grateful to play the game of basketball one more time. It made me love the game so much more. These pictures show my passion for the game, shows that I would give my life for it, because I love the game sooo much. And I can only thank God for granting me the ability to continue to play it on the professional level. With that being said, I must give my greatest thank you to the organization of @pelitajayabasketball for giving me a chance again. You guys believed in me. I was in China for a month and 2 days before I was about to go back home, you called and asked for my services. Never in my wildest dreams I'd think I'd help lead a team to a Championship, one that they haven't had since 1991. For that I appreciate you! To the staff, in the office and on the court, thank you for believing in me and trusting my knowledge of the game. From the coaches, to the trainers, all you guys became family and that's why this ride was so special. To all the fans of Pelita Jaya thanks for cheering on this squad all year and believing we could make history. I will forever hold you in my heart for that. Last but not least, to the men that became Brother I will forever love you guys. It became bigger than basketball with the genuine love you guys showed me. Helping me adjust, what foods to eat, keeping me calm in games when I'll be mad, and mostly believing that I could help lead to a championship, I want to say I love you guys forever! This was an incredible ride with the perfect story book ending and hopefully it isn't the last. All of you guys believed in a kid from Ft. Lauderdale, Florida and I wish I could repay you with more. So thank you and I love all you guys that helped on this process.
Peace and Love
-Tay
