Talk of Champions: Stories of the People Who Made Me
Superstar basketball commentator, KENNY "THE JET" SMITH, reveals humorous, behind-the-scenes stories from his playing and broadcasting careers, focusing on the star players, coaches, and mentors who inspired him along the way. He illuminates the personalities, affections, and quirks of friends such as Michael Jordan, Shaquille O’Neal, Charles Barkley, and Kobe Bryant, among others, and what he learned from each of them. Interweaving poignant material about his upbringing in Queens, New York, his parents, his children, and his marriage, Smith offers a uniquely candid conversation with inspiring takeaways.
Building a Championship Mindset: Leadership Lessons from the Court & Beyond
Drawing from his NBA career, KENNY "THE JET" SMITH shares insights on cultivating a winning mindset, leading teams to success, and adapting to challenges. Smith's talk is perfect for leaders, teams, and organizations seeking to elevate their performance.
The Power of Collaboration: How Teamwork Drives Excellence
KENNY "THE JET" SMITH explores the dynamics of teamwork, using stories from his championship runs, his time at Inside the NBA, and his journey through the NCAA, where he played college basketball at the University of North Carolina and serves as CBS's March Madness Analyst. In this talk, Smith emphasizes the value of trust, communication, and shared vision in achieving collective success.
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Kenny Smith is an American sports commentator, former professional basketball player in the NBA, and author. He played for a total of ten seasons as a member of the Sacramento Kings, Atlanta Hawks, Houston Rockets, Detroit Pistons, Orlando Magic, and Denver Nuggets. Kenny won two NBA World Championships with the Houston Rockets in 1994 and 1995. Additionally, he played college basketball at the University of North Carolina. As a sports commentator, he is an acclaimed NBA studio analyst for the Emmy Award–winning TNT show Inside the NBA. He joins Charles Barkley, Shaquille O’Neal, and Ernie Johnson each week during the NBA season to produce one of the most entertaining studio shows in sports television. He is also a CBS analyst during the NCAA March Madness tournament. In 2023, Kenny published his behind-the-scenes memoir, Talk of Champions: Stories of the People Who Made Me, through publisher Penguin Random House.
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