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How to Choose the Right Basketball Speaker for Your Event

Basketball is a sport that is beloved by more than 400 million fans worldwide. It’s difficult to pinpoint exactly what it is about the game that makes it such a crowd favorite since there are so many aspects of basketball that set it apart from other team sports.

From its fast-paced, high-scoring games to its easy-to-comprehend rules and exciting last-second finishes, basketball has a ton to offer both spectators and the athletes that make it their profession.

Basketball players are some of the most fit individuals in the world, undergoing rigorous training to enhance their speed, agility and core strength. Even during their off season, NBA players are sweating it out in the gym, fine-tuning their bodies and pushing the limits of performance.

This is a major factor in what makes NBA speakers so engaging to listen to. In most cases, they have been passionately pursuing their dreams of playing in the NBA since high school, if not before, making them highly-focused competitors who know what it takes to persevere, even when the odds are stacked against them.

These unique personality traits make NBA motivational speakers especially captivating and capable of relating their expertise to a wide range of topics and circumstances.

At Sports Speakers 360, we’re proud to offer the most comprehensive list of basketball motivational speakers available in the United States today. From current NBA stars to Hall of Fame legends, from WNBA players to coaching greats, Sports Speakers 360 can help you find the perfect speaker.

But before deciding upon one of our talented and recognizable NBA motivational presenters, we recommend considering the below criteria:

The Speaker’s Background

No athlete is alike and basketball players are no exception. NBA players are recruited from around the globe, hailing from a broad range of cultures and circumstances. Some have humble beginnings, having discovered their love for basketball while participating in inner city sports programs while others come from families who have produced multiple generations of sports stars. Identifying the best motivational basketball speaker for your event will require you to consider which types of experiences will resonate most with your audience.

The Speaker’s Availability

Not all motivational speaker basketball players have the same schedules. Depending on where the player is at in his career and whether he’s current or retired, availability will vary.

If there is a specific basketball speaker you would like to attend your event, it is best to get in touch with us as early as possible. It’s also a good idea to provide our speaking engagement coordinators with your potential event dates as soon as you can so we can communicate them to your first choice.

Covering the costs of meals, accommodations, and/or transportation is a fantastic way to sweeten the pot and make your offer more appealing for our NBA speakers. We also recommend including information about your company   or organization and your cause and the great work you are doing if the event is a fundraiser. Many of our NBA motivational speakers greatly enjoy attending events that benefit the community or that have a philanthropic angle. The more information you provide, the more likely it is that your speaking opportunity will stand out from the rest and be accepted.

How We Make Hiring Basketball Motivational Speakers the Easiest Its Ever Been

Operating a successful sports talent booking agency is no simple feat. At Sports Speakers 360, we knew that we needed to create long-standing, tight-knit working relationships with the athletes we work with— which is exactly what we did.

Both our event hosts and our NBA speakers appreciate the comprehensive services we provide. Making the hiring process as simple and as streamlined as possible is always our priority, and we have established a high-functioning team of coordinators to ensure every element is handled effectively and professionally.

Plus, we have an exhaustive list of inspirational basketball players which makes finding a speaker effortless— there’s bound to be someone who meets your needs!

Other responsibilities our speaking engagement coordinators can facilitate include:

  • Coordinating speaker arrival times and other scheduling needs
  • Contract negotiations
  • Speaker bio and photo
  • Logistical requirements (laptop for slideshow presentations, hand-held or lavaliere microphone, directions to the venue, on-site contact information, green room needs, security requirements, etc.)
  • Ensuring all required paperwork is accurate and signed
  • Identifying the ideal speaker for your special occasion

Whether you are looking for a talented basketball professional to provide inspiration for basketball players at your educational institution or you’re in need of an all-star athlete who can speak on hot topics like overcoming adversity, teamwork, leadership, civil rights issues or the importance of education— we are confident we’ll be able to connect you with basketball motivational speakers that can bring your vision to life.

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Dawn Staley

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$50,001 and above

Dawn Staley is the current women's head basketball coach at South Carolina. As a Hall of Fame player, she was a three-time Olympic gold medalist and six times named a WNBA All-Star. 

Grant Hill

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$50,001 and above

Hall of Famer Grant Hill was a seven-time All Star who competed in the NBA from 1994-2013 for the Detroit Pistons, Phoenix Suns, Orlando Magic and Los Angeles Clippers. 

Gregg Popovich

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$50,001 and above

One one of the most successful coaches in NBA history, Gregg Popovich is the current head coach of the San Antonio Spurs. He has coached the Spurs to five NBA titles and has been named Coach of the Year three times. 

James Harden

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$50,001 and above

James Harden is a guard who currently plays for the NBA's Houston Rockets. He is a seven-time All-Star selection and was named the NBA's Most Valuable Player in 2018. 

Jay Wright

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$50,001 and above

Jay Wright has served as head basketball coach at Villanova since 2001. He was named the Naismith Coach of the Year in 2006 and 2016 and led the Wildcats to NCAA titles in 2016 and 2018. 

Jim Nantz

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$50,001 and above

Jim Nantz is a Hall of Fame award-winning broadcaster who currently serves as the lead play-by-play voice for CBS Sports' coverage of the NFL, PGA Tour and the NCAA Final Four. 

Kevin Garnett

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$50,001 and above

Hall of Fame forward/center Kevin Garnett played 21 seasons in the NBA for the Minnesota Timberwolves, Boston Celtics and Brooklyn Nets. He won an NBA championship with Boston in 2008. 

Larry Bird

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$50,001 and above

Hall of Famer Larry Bird played his entire career for the Boston Celtics, where he won three NBA championships and was a three-time NBA MVP. He was named a member of the NBA's 50th Anniversary Team. 

Magic Johnson

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$50,001 and above

As a former point guard for the LA Lakers, Magic Johnson led the Lakers to five NBA titles, was part of the Olympic Dream Team in 1992 and was inducted into the Basketball HOF in 2002. 

Pat Riley

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$50,001 and above

Pat Riley is the former coach of the Los Angeles Lakers, Miami Heat and New York Knicks. His speeches have earned him the title of “America’s Greatest Motivational Speaker.” 

Phil Jackson

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$50,001 and above

Phil Jackson, considered one of the greatest basketball coaches of all time, coached both the Chicago Bulls and LA Lakers. Before coaching he played for the New York Knicks. 

Ray Allen

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$50,001 and above

Hall of Fame guard Ray Allen played in the NBA from 1996-2014 for Milwaukee, Seattle, Boston and Miami. He won two NBA titles, one with the Celtics in 2008 and another with the Heat in 2013. 

Steve Kerr

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$50,001 and above

Steve Kerr is the head coach of the Golden State Warriors and has led the team to three NBA titles. As a player, he was a five-time NBA champion. 

Tim Duncan

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$50,001 and above

Hall of Fame forward Tim Duncan spent 19 seasons playing with the San Antonio Spurs from 1997-2016. He won five NBA titles with the Spurs and was a three-time Finals MVP.