Jordan Poole has been one of the most vilified players on social media during these NBA playoffs so far. His poor performances meant he was subjected to endless trolling and mockery online, which can be tough for anyone to deal with.
The Golden State Warriors being defending champions means the spotlight is extremely bright, and Poole failed to play at the highest level. But that doesn’t mean he should allow himself to succumb to all the negativity surrounding him, and he recently opened up on how he stays away from it.
“Just try to be an example, you know lead by example for the youth,” Jordan Poole said during his exit interview. “It just comes with it, good days, bad days, people will say good things, good opinions, bad opinions. But at the end of the day, we’re able to play the game that we love and we’re able to change our families’ lives and that’s what matters honestly.”
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Jordan Poole isn’t saying something other players haven’t said in the past, most players have ups and downs during their careers. What’s important is remembering that playing in the NBA is a privilege that allows one to lead a life most other people can only dream of. Dealing with the haters is a lot easier when someone focuses on their priorities and the things that matter in life.
Russell Westbrook Had Said Something Similar When Fans Were Booing Him During His Lakers Days
Jordan Poole is only 23, so the fact that he sees the bigger picture is a testament to how mature he already is. Russell Westbrook, who has dealt with a lot of haters despite being a Hall Of Famer, had said something very similar to what Poole did when he was being booed by fans in his Lakers days.
“I got three beautiful kids at my house, my wife, I ain’t taking that home.”
NBA players can provide luxuries for themselves and their families that most people cannot. Jordan Poole has every avenue to get better at basketball, and he will surely get back in the lab this summer to come out on a different level next season. Until then, though, focusing on family and the game is an excellent remedy to deal with the critics and the haters.
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