MEMPHIS — Immediately following Utah’s 10th consecutive road victory in Memphis Friday, Utah Jazz rookie Donovan Mitchell made his way over to hug a special guest.
“It was actually my first time sitting courtside in an NBA game,” NBA trainer Chris Brickley said, laughing. “I’ve been working the league for five years but this is the first time.”
Casual fans may or may not know Brickley but the players certainly do.
Brickley is one of the most sought-out trainers in the league, working with stars such as Carmelo Anthony, LeBron James, Kevin Durant, Russell Westbrook, James Harden, Russell Westbrook, Chris Paul and now Mitchell.