Philadelphia 76ers forward Guerschon Yabusele reflected on his journey back to the NBA, emphasizing how his experiences shaped his mindset and fueled his determination to get back to the league.
Philadelphia 76ers forward Guerschon Yabusele has made a remarkable return to the NBA this season after spending several years playing overseas in China and the EuroLeague. His journey back to the league has been defined by resilience, hard work, and a relentless mindset.
Guerschon Yabusele
Guerschon Yabusele
Guerschon Yabusele
MIN: 26.46
PTS: 10.48 (54.75%)
REB: 5.4
As: 2
ST: 0.78
BL: 0.37
TO: 1.25
GM: 60
Reflecting on his path, Yabusele shared how the challenges he faced after leaving China reshaped his mentality and fueled his determination to reclaim his place at the highest level of basketball.
"After China, when I went back to France, I didn’t even finish that season. It was so crazy that I had to return to France and stay for a while without a club," Yabusele said in the interview with the 76ers.
"I remember sitting down with my wife, she was pregnant with our first baby, and thinking, 'What am I going to do?' I got drafted in the first round, 16th pick, and three years later, I had no team. I was just sitting there, wondering what was next."
This turning point led Yabusele to adopt a new mindset, one rooted in discipline and an unwavering commitment to improvement.
"Once I realized that, I changed my mindset," Yabusele confessed. "I started working out like crazy, fell in love with the process, and committed to working hard. I respect the game. I had to go back to zero to get to where I am now, and I just keep pushing. That’s why I laugh when people say, 'Oh, you’ve got so much energy.' I tell them, 'Listen, I come from a tough place. I had to work hard and not cheat the process.'"
Now thriving in his return to the NBA, Yabusele is averaging 10.5 points, 5.4 rebounds, and 2.0 assists this season. After proving himself in the EuroLeague with ASVEL and Real Madrid, he has solidified his place in the league, demonstrating that his hard work has truly paid off.
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