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New York Post
2 days ago
- Sport
- New York Post
Former NBA Rookie of the Year Michael Carter-Williams wins heavyweight boxing debut
Michael Carter-Williams is off to a great start in his second sporting career. The 2014 NBA Rookie of the Year took down Sam Khatib in his amateur boxing debut on Thursday via unanimous decision in a three-round heavyweight contest at the Broad Street Brawl in New York. The fight was part of a fundraiser for Bigvision Community, a non-profit organization that helps young adults recover from substance abuse. Advertisement During an appearance on 'The Ariel Helwani Show,' Carter-Williams, 33, said boxing was a way to get back into competitive sport. 'I think it's just to scratch that itch,' Carter-Williams said. 'I've been competing my whole life, and that's something I want to do. I want to continue to compete. I respect the sport. I'm a big fan. I watch a lot. I've got a lot of friends that fight.' Advertisement Carter-Williams last played in the NBA during the 2022-23 season for the Magic, appearing in four games. After being drafted No. 11 overall in the 2013 NBA Draft by the 76ers, Carter-Williams played nine seasons in the league for six different teams. Michael Carter-Williams during a game with the Magic in 2023. Getty Images The Syracuse product had an excellent rookie season in 13-14, but his career quickly went downhill from there, playing his last game in the league at just 31 years old. Advertisement After basketball, Carter-Williams said he's taking his boxing career day by day for now. 'I don't know where it's going to take me or where it's going to lead me,' Carter-Williams said on the podcast with Helwani. 'I know that there's an avenue for people, who played professional sports, who enter the boxing ring. There's a lane there. I don't know, I'm kind of taking it one step at a time. 'It's one of those things I definitely want to keep getting better at.'
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
前NBA年度新人Michael Carter-Williams 不打籃球改打拳擊
Michael Carter-Williams在他的新運動生涯中保持不敗，這位2013~14球季 NBA 年度新人，在美國時間週四晚間的業餘拳擊首秀中大獲成功，在紐約Broad Street Brawl 的3回合重量級比賽中擊敗Sam Khativ，最終判定勝。 Michael Carter-Williams(右)。圖片來源：uprisingnyc IG 33 歲的Michael Carter-Williams以9年的 NBA 職業生涯而聞名，他曾在費城 76 人贏得 2013~14 球季年度新人，也曾效力於密爾瓦基公鹿、芝加哥公牛、夏洛特黃蜂、休士頓火箭和奧蘭多魔術，之後於 2023 年退出職業籃球，2024年10月，對外正式宣布退休。 Michael Carter-Williams對 36 歲的Sam Khativ的比賽，為 Bigvision Community 籌集了資金，這是一個幫助年輕人擺脫藥物濫用的非營利組織。 Michael Carter-Williams是格鬥運動的長期愛好者，他在最近參加的《The Ariel Helwani Show》中告訴 Uncrowned 電視台，走上拳擊台一直讓他著迷，而且這可能不是一次性的事情。 「我認為這只是為了緩解一下癢處。」，他說，「我一生都在參加比賽，這也是我想做的事。我想繼續比賽。我尊重這項運動，我是它的鐵桿粉絲，我經常看比賽，有很多朋友也參加比賽。 」 常客快艇、新興強權雷霆、金塊、灰狼、火箭、灰熊；東區龍頭騎士、衛冕軍塞爾提克、公鹿、溜馬、尼克、魔術以及大驚奇活塞、老八熱火，16支球隊齊聚一堂，就為了爭奪那座象徵年度最高榮譽的歐布萊恩金盃。精彩對戰、場場精彩敬請鎖定緯來體育台現場直播！ ✎緯來體育台官方網站 【 】 ✎緯來新聞網 【 】 ✎緯來體育台官方YouTube收看NBA LIVE直播 【 】 緯來體育台-2024-25NBA美國職籃大賽-賽程轉播表
Economic Times
3 days ago
- Sport
- Economic Times
Former NBA star Michael Carter-Williams wins boxing debut, begins new chapter after basketball retirement
Michael Carter-Williams, former NBA Rookie of the Year, raises his gloves in victory after winning his amateur boxing debut at the Broad Street Brawl in New York Michael Carter-Williams, the 2014 NBA Rookie of the Year, has successfully transitioned from the basketball court to the boxing ring. The 33-year-old made his amateur boxing debut at the Broad Street Brawl in New York City on May 29, securing a unanimous decision victory over 36-year-old Sam Khatib in a three-round heavyweight event was more than just a sporting contest; it served a noble cause. Proceeds from the match benefited Bigvision Community, a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting young adults recovering from substance journey to the ring is rooted in a lifelong passion for competition. In a recent interview on "The Ariel Helwani Show," he expressed his motivation: "I've been competing my whole life, and that's something I want to do. I want to continue to compete. I respect the sport (of boxing). I'm a big fan. I watch a lot. I've got a lot of friends who fight". His NBA career, which began with a standout rookie season averaging 16.7 points, 6.3 assists, and 6.2 rebounds per game, was marred by injuries that limited his playing time in subsequent years. After stints with several teams, including the Philadelphia 76ers, Milwaukee Bucks, and Orlando Magic, he retired from professional basketball in October 2024. Despite the challenges, Carter-Williams has found a new avenue to channel his competitive spirit. He has been training diligently, and his performance in the ring suggests a promising future in boxing. Promoter Ronson Frank of Uprising Promotions noted, "He is very prideful, athletic, and I think he can do well as an amateur fighter." Carter-Williams remains grounded and focused. "I don't know where it's going to take me or where it's going to lead me," he said. "I know that there's an avenue for people who played professional sports, who enter the boxing ring. There's a lane there. I don't know, I'm kind of taking it one step at a time. It's one of those things I definitely want to keep getting better at".
Time of India
3 days ago
- Sport
- Time of India
Former NBA star Michael Carter-Williams wins boxing debut, begins new chapter after basketball retirement
Michael Carter-Williams , the 2014 NBA Rookie of the Year , has successfully transitioned from the basketball court to the boxing ring. The 33-year-old made his amateur boxing debut at the Broad Street Brawl in New York City on May 29, securing a unanimous decision victory over 36-year-old Sam Khatib in a three-round heavyweight bout. The event was more than just a sporting contest; it served a noble cause. Proceeds from the match benefited Bigvision Community, a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting young adults recovering from substance abuse. Carter-Williams' journey to the ring is rooted in a lifelong passion for competition. In a recent interview on "The Ariel Helwani Show," he expressed his motivation: "I've been competing my whole life, and that's something I want to do. I want to continue to compete. I respect the sport (of boxing). I'm a big fan. I watch a lot. I've got a lot of friends who fight". His NBA career, which began with a standout rookie season averaging 16.7 points, 6.3 assists, and 6.2 rebounds per game, was marred by injuries that limited his playing time in subsequent years. After stints with several teams, including the Philadelphia 76ers, Milwaukee Bucks, and Orlando Magic, he retired from professional basketball in October 2024. Despite the challenges, Carter-Williams has found a new avenue to channel his competitive spirit. He has been training diligently, and his performance in the ring suggests a promising future in boxing. Promoter Ronson Frank of Uprising Promotions noted, "He is very prideful, athletic, and I think he can do well as an amateur fighter." Live Events Carter-Williams remains grounded and focused. "I don't know where it's going to take me or where it's going to lead me," he said. "I know that there's an avenue for people who played professional sports, who enter the boxing ring. There's a lane there. I don't know, I'm kind of taking it one step at a time. It's one of those things I definitely want to keep getting better at".
Yahoo
26-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Michael Carter-Williams on NBA transition to May 29 boxing debut: 'I took my licks a bunch'
Former NBA star Michael Carter-Williams is staying active, but not on the court. The 2013 Rookie of the Year, who's been retired from basketball since 2023, is turning his attention to the combat sports world. Carter-Williams, 33, has always been a fight fan, which is what convinced him to give it a go himself. On May 29, he makes his boxing debut in an amateur match against Sam Khativ at Broad Street Brawl in New York. The heavyweight contest will be contested over three two-minute rounds and raise funds for Bigvision Community, a nonprofit that aids young adults recovering from substance abuse. Advertisement Aside from the great cause, why would Carter-Williams want to compete? "I think it's just to scratch that itch," he explained on Wednesday's "The Ariel Helwani Show." "I've been competing my whole life, and that's something I want to do. I want to continue to compete. I respect the sport. I'm a big fan. I watch a lot. I've got a lot of friends that fight." Carter-Williams' age theoretically gives him plenty of time left to have a decent go in boxing if he wants to seriously pursue a career change. Ultimately, his NBA run was cut short due to a combination of ankle injuries and his desire to spend more time with his family. He recalled gaining a noticeable amount of weight immediately after retiring from professional basketball and working out less. The Syracuse alum eventually got back into the swing of an exercise routine, but that still wasn't enough — hence the boxing gym became Carter-Williams' new go-to through a friend, and he started to take to it more and more. Advertisement Carter-Williams has taken it seriously and said he spars "heavy" at least twice a week ahead of his upcoming amateur debut. His ankle issues of the past have been absent thus far in his boxing training. Taking a punch is always one of the biggest question marks surrounding athletes who make the jump to pugilism. But when Carter-Williams first met with trainer Jeovanny Estrela, he was ready to get to work. Thus far, the physical nature of the sport hasn't been a problem. "I was kind of used to it off the bat," Carter-Williams said of getting punched. "That was one of those things going in sparring where I was kind of proud of myself. I wasn't nervous, jittery. I try to go in there aggressive. I took my licks a bunch of times. Honestly, I was aggressive. It didn't phase me as much. Getting hit, there was a couple times where I was like, 'OK, that's what it feels like to get your bell rung a little bit.'" Advertisement Considering how big of a fight fan and natural competitor Carter-Williams is, it may be hard for him to stay away from the game if his debut goes well. For now, that's all he's worried about, but don't think the 6-foot-6 former hooper hasn't already scoped out the boxing niche he'd instantly fit right into with Misfits Boxing's brand of celebrity/influencer pugilism. "I think I want to," Carter-Williams said of doing multiple boxing matches. "I don't know where it's going to take me or where it's going to lead me. I know that there's an avenue for people, who played professional sports, who enter the boxing ring. There's a lane there. I don't know, I'm kind of taking it one step at a time. It's one of those things I definitely want to keep getting better at. "I've thought about [the influencer angle]. I want to get this under my belt and go from there."
