After 12 seasons in the NBA, Patrick Beverley is heading overseas to join the Israeli Basketball Premier League. The former NBA star signed a two-year, $4 million deal with Hapoel Tel Aviv BC, despite some concerns about safety.
However, Beverley’s move has been overshadowed by a controversial comment he made. In the latest episode of “The Pat Bev Podcast with Rone,” Beverley made headlines for a controversial comment regarding religious stereotypes.
“Not all Jewish people are cheap. The guy that gave me this contract, he was pretty generous.” Beverley said.
This comment quickly went viral, sparking a range of reactions from fans. Many initially doubted the authenticity of the statement, but once confirmed, they were left scratching their heads in surprise.
The buzz around Beverley’s move is not solely about his remarks. His deal with the Israeli club includes additional perks such as promoting his podcast and selling merchandise.
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Some fans view these benefits as a strategy to boost Beverley’s profile off the court rather than focusing solely on his performance in the league. A pile of fans also questioned his earlier comment when he stated concern about playing in Israel.
Patrick Beverley Explains His Exit from the Bucks
On his podcast, Patrick Beverley recently reflected on his time with the Bucks and explained why he felt it was time to move on. He revealed how his role with the team changed during the NBA playoffs.
“I played a great role. I had a phenomenal NBA career when I was in the NBA. We went Game 5, ball in my hands, dippsy doo, double-double. In the starting five, there are four of us: me, John Stockton, Steph Curry, and Chris Paul. We get a little healthy ball out of my hand. Not because I did anything wrong, because it’s hierarchy. I’m like, ‘Nah, I don’t think it’s the best brand for me,’” he said.
In his final season with the Bucks, Beverley played only 26 games after being traded from the Philadelphia 76ers. He averaged 6.0 points, 3.6 rebounds, and 2.6 assists with the Bucks.
