J.R. Smith on Falling in Love With Golf, LeBron’s Swing and Life After the NBA This episode is sponsored by Quince. Free shipping and 365-day returns at Quince.com/wingo J.R. Smith joins Trey Wingo on The Wingo Network to talk about the game that took over his life after basketball: golf. J.R. explains how Moses Malone first put a club in his hands, why one 300-yard drive got him hooked, and how the game became more than just something to do after NBA practices. From NBA Champion to College Golfer After winning championships with the Cleveland Cavaliers and Los Angeles Lakers, J.R. found himself asking what came next. That answer eventually became school and college golf. J.R. talks about going back to college, joining the golf team at North Carolina A&T, and what it was like competing with players nearly half his age after spending years at the highest level of the NBA. LeBron Finally Gets Golf One of the funniest parts of the conversation comes when J.R. explains how he tried to warn LeBron James about golf. J.R. told LeBron it would become the most addictive thing he had ever done. LeBron did not believe him at first. Now, according to J.R., LeBron is sending him swing videos, tips, and fully understands what the golf obsession is all about. J.R. also talks about Bronny’s swing, LeBron’s golf etiquette, and why some natural athletes pick up the game faster than everyone else. The 2016 Cavs and Life After Basketball Trey and J.R. also look back on the 10-year anniversary of the Cavaliers championship, the bond between those teammates, and their recent golf trip through London, Scotland, and France. J.R. shares stories about Kevin Love, LeBron, Tristan Thompson, and what it was like getting the band back together. Golf, Tattoos and What Comes Next J.R. opens up about his tattoos, the connection he feels with artists, and why golf now gives him a new competitive outlet. He also talks about playing in celebrity and athlete golf events, how good he thinks he can become, and why tournament golf is completely different from casual rounds with friends. From NBA Finals runs to college golf tournaments, J.R. Smith’s story is about competition, reinvention, and the game he says you can never really escape once it gets into your soul. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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