Michael Carter Williams Interview: First Game in NBA Bubble, Battling Depression + NBA Journey

Magic guard Michael Carter Williams joins Bob & Jeff from Orlando where he played his first game in the NBA Bubble. Williams tells us what life post-COVID-19 has been like.  He also talks about his NBA journey and the tough times that eventually led to an opportunity with the Magic 1:48: On using his workout facility during the quarantine period 3:30: Playing in his first game in ‘NBA Bubble’/adjusting to the new environment 6:56: Playing with a chip on his shoulder 9:33: The difference between playing defense in college and in the NBA 12:22: Depression set in for Williams when he went unsigned 15:16: The pro athlete stigma & NBA players bringing awareness to mental health 18:03: On seeing a therapist in California & Orlando/getting back together with his girlfriend 21:46: On fatherhood 24:15: The message Williams will have on the back of his jersey 25:14: Dealing with racism in Hamilton, Massachusetts 34:32: Relationship with head coach Steve Clifford 36:20: Just started getting into fishing with teammates 38:33: Relationship with Marquelle Fultz & life and career similarities   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices