The Minnesota Timberwolves delivered a commanding 132-108 victory over the Portland Trail Blazers on Monday at the American Airlines Center. While the Timberwolves dominated on the court, the attention off the court turned to a special guest in attendance, Puerto Rican superstar Bad Bunny.
Bad Bunny brought his star power to the game. Many attendees seized the opportunity to snap a picture with the global icon. Even Dallas Mavericks’ minority owner Mark Cuban couldn’t resist taking a moment to pose with the rapper during the game.
But the most talked-about moment came when Cuban encouraged his son, Jake, to join in on the fun. Donning a Mavs jersey, Jake was approached by his father for what seemed like a once-in-a-lifetime photo opportunity.
Mark Cuban son rejected taking a picture with Bad Bunny, despite his father’s encouragement. pic.twitter.com/Ug0VIQOHPt
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However, Jake had other ideas. With a shake of his head, he politely declined the chance, leaving onlookers amused by his casual indifference.
Mark Cuban Reflects on His Journey to Becoming a Millionaire
Long before Mark Cuban sold the Dallas Mavericks for $3.5 billion, he had already achieved financial success. In 1990, Cuban made his first major fortune when he sold his software company, MicroSolutions, for $6 million, pocketing about $2 million after taxes.
This pivotal moment marked the start of his journey to becoming one of the world’s most recognizable entrepreneurs. Interestingly, he approached his newfound wealth with an unconventional mindset. In an interview, the Mavs minority owner recalled giving his broker an unusual directive.
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“I want you to invest for me like a 60-year-old. I don’t want you to invest like I’m young, because I want to live off this for a long time,” Cuban said.
At the time, Cuban had just purchased what he described as “the worst house in the best neighborhood.” Despite the financial windfall, he wasn’t interested in flashy cars or extravagant living. Instead, he embraced a frugal lifestyle, choosing to live like a student and focus on enjoying life without unnecessary excess.
