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"Tony Snell's Missed NBA Deadline Leaves Autistic Sons Without Benefits"

NBA player Tony Snell missed the deadline to sign with an NBA team, making him ineligible for retirement benefits that would have provided lifetime health insurance for his autistic sons. Despite playing for the Maine Celtics in the G League, he was unable to secure a spot on an NBA team by the deadline. The situation has brought attention to the financial challenges of caring for individuals with autism and has sparked discussions about potential reconsideration of eligibility criteria by the NBA and the players union.

via Fox News|

#autism #g-league #nba

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Tony Snell's Struggle to Secure 10th NBA Season and Retirement Benefits

Former NBA player Drew Gooden expresses outrage over the 10-year rule affecting Tony Snell's eligibility for premium health benefits, highlighting the physical and mental risks players endure for the league. Snell, with nine years of NBA service, needs a 10th to qualify for the union’s premium medical plan to cover his family, including two sons with autism. Despite interest from teams, the deadline passed without an offer, but there's hope for a solution in the future.

via Cavaliers Nation|

#drew-gooden #g-league #health-benefits

sports1 year ago•2 min saved

"Tony Snell's NBA Contract Deadline Passes Without Signing"

NBA veteran Tony Snell was unable to secure a contract with any team before the deadline, which would have allowed him to accrue a 10th year of service for retiree benefits covering healthcare for his family. Despite interest from multiple teams for short-term deals, Snell remains with the Maine Celtics but is optimistic about finding a spot on an NBA roster for the next season.

via Yahoo Sports|

#contract #nba #new-orleans-pelicans

sports1 year ago•4 min saved

"Tony Snell's NBA Contract Deadline Passes Without Signing, Impact on Retirement Benefits"

NBA player Tony Snell is seeking to be signed by a team before the end of the season to qualify for the NBPA's premium medical plan, which provides healthcare benefits for him and his family. Snell, who has played nine seasons, is currently on a health insurance plan that covers medical, hospital, and prescription drug coverage. Several NBA teams have open roster spots available to sign Snell, but the upcoming trade deadline complicates his chances of getting signed.

via The Athletic|

#health-insurance #nba #nbpa

sports1 year ago•5 min saved

"Tony Snell's NBA Comeback: A Father's Mission Beyond Basketball"

NBA player Tony Snell, now with the Maine Celtics in the G League, is aiming for an NBA call-up not just for his career, but to secure benefits for his family, including his two sons diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder. Snell, who also discovered he is on the spectrum, hopes to use basketball to foster connections and understanding for those on the spectrum, and is advocating for improved pediatric testing and therapies.

via Yahoo Sports|

#autism #g-league #maine-celtics

sports2 years ago•3 min saved

Chicago Bulls Dominate Summer League Opener Despite Dalen Terry's Struggles

The Chicago Bulls won their Summer League debut against Toronto, but it was a disappointing night for second-year guard Dalen Terry, who struggled with his shooting and play-making. The team's general manager, Marc Eversley, emphasized the importance of player growth and development, particularly for complementing key players like Zach LaVine, Nikola Vucevic, and DeMar DeRozan. Eversley also highlighted the significance of re-signing Vucevic and the need for Patrick Williams to take a step forward in his development. Additionally, the Bulls announced that second-round draft pick Julian Phillips did not play due to contract issues.

via Chicago Sun-Times|

#bulls #dalen-terry #marc-eversley

health2 years ago•1 min saved

Tony Snell, ex-NBA player, diagnosed with autism at 31 after son's diagnosis.

Former NBA player Tony Snell has been diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder at the age of 31, after his son was diagnosed with the condition. Snell, who played in the NBA for nine seasons, said the diagnosis explained why he had always felt different and struggled to make personal connections. He believes he may not have reached the same heights in his career if he had known of his diagnosis sooner. Snell is now raising awareness about autism, particularly in the black community, and has partnered with Special Olympics to expand access to autism testing in inner cities.

via New York Post |

#autism #diagnosis #health

health2 years ago•1 min saved

NBA Veteran Tony Snell Discloses Autism Diagnosis at 31.

Former NBA player Tony Snell discovered he has autism spectrum disorder after his 2-year-old son Karter was diagnosed at 18 months. Snell said he was "always independent growing up" and "just couldn't connect with people on the personal side of things." Despite not being diagnosed until he was 31, Snell said the news made sense to him. He believes that not being diagnosed earlier in his life actually helped him reach the NBA. Snell just wants to support his son and show him that they can "ride this thing together."

via ESPN|

#autism-spectrum-disorder #fatherhood #health