Mike Conley is someone who has entered his later years as a player, but he has always been the epitome of good behavior, and this fact supports that.
The American is highly respected as an athlete in the NBA. He has even won the Sportsmanship Award four times. This award is given to players who demonstrate fair play and good behavior on the court.
The former fourth overall pick in the 2007 NBA Draft has played exactly 1077 games for three teams, and has never received a technical foul in his career. Over 17 years, this is very impressive, especially considering he was a member of the “Grit n Grind” Memphis Grizzlies.
That team had players like Zach Randolph and Tony Allen who were known for their short tempers. Mike Conley recently extended his contract with the Minnesota Timberwolves for another two years.
Additionally, he became the first athlete in the NBA to receive the Sports Humanitarian Award. This award is given to athletes who have distinguished themselves through their humanitarian work and contributions to the community. Conley received this award in 2019 for his work with the “Mike Conley Jr. Foundation,” which supports children and their families in the areas of healthcare, education, and social support.