Life often doesn’t go as planned, unfortunately. That’s why it’s smart to have a backup plan or an alternative route to reach your goals. Justin Champagnie, a forward for the Washington Wizards, talked about this idea while sharing his journey to the NBA.
When you achieve success, it’s crucial to reflect on how you got there. You might have given up a lot or spent a lot of time and effort to reach your goals. This holds true for Champagnie, who gives his all in every game he plays for the Wizards.
Champagnie recently signed a contract with the Wizards that changed his life for good. Before joining the Wizards, he spent a lot of time with their G-League team, the Capital City Go-Go. During that time, he showed how committed he was to playing basketball. The Wizards noticed his efforts, but it almost didn’t matter because Champagnie was close to giving up on his dream of playing in the NBA.
“I have to admit, I thought about quitting three or four times,” Champagnie said, according to HoopsHype. “I always reminded myself to stay humble, remember my roots, keep working hard, and let things unfold as they will.”
Champagnie has become an important part of the team in Washington. The way he’s playing suggests he could be a valuable long-term player for the team, helping them as they rebuild. He didn’t demand a big contract, so he might end up exceeding expectations. The Wizards are grateful he chose to stay and continue his NBA career.
