Throughout his career in the NBA, Damian Lillard has given it his all to be where he is right now. In turn, the Milwaukee Bucks All-Star guard shared what young hoopers should be investing in their respective careers.
Lillard launched a unique camp called Formula Zero to share the lessons he’s learned on his journey to the NBA. The camp aims to pass on valuable insights to a select group of 40 high school and college basketball players.
The “Formula” in the camp’s name refers to the combination of influences that have shaped Lillard’s development, while “Zero” represents his jersey number. Lillard credits his coaches, mentors, family, and friends for guiding him from his hometown of Oakland, California, to the NBA.
The camp features key figures from Lillard’s life as coaches and mentors, including his longtime trainer Phil Beckner, who encouraged Lillard to become more vocal and share his experiences. Lillard initially hesitated, not wanting to come across as someone who believes they know everything. However, after some reflection, he recognized the value in passing on the lessons he’s learned.
The camp’s curriculum focuses on character development, instilling qualities such as work ethic, humility, discipline, and unselfishness – traits that Lillard believes are crucial for sustained success, both on and off the court. Lillard wants the attendees to view him as a person who has learned from mistakes, rather than just a star athlete with all the answers.
Milwaukee Bucks All-Star Guard Damian Lillard Drops Sage Advice to Pro Camp Hoopers
Just recently, Formula Zero’s official Instagram account shared a video of Lillard sharing some words of wisdom to the camp’s attendees. In it, the Bucks guard told these aspiring hoopers about the right things to invest in for their respective careers.
Invest in the right things! #FormulaZero Elite 2024 🧪 pic.twitter.com/F9RcJ6Q2a5
— Formula Zero (@frmlazro) August 17, 2024
The camp roster includes some of the top high school and college prospects, including five-star recruits from across the country. Lillard and his team of coaches aim to provide these young players with the truth – the good, the bad, and the ugly – to help them develop the mindset and skills needed to not only reach the NBA but also thrive in it.
By sharing his personal journey and the invaluable lessons he’s learned along the way, Damian Lillard hopes to inspire the next generation of basketball stars to not only excel on the court but also become well-rounded individuals who can positively impact their communities.
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