Detroit Pistons: Ben Wallace’s wrist injury It was an unlikely journey from Summer League guard to Hall-of-Fame center for Ben Wallace. The former Piston said he led the team in rebounds and blocks that summer as a perimeter player. Who would’ve thought that same un-drafted perimeter player would become one of the greatest defensive big men the league ever had? The Celtics sure didn’t see that coming. Related Story: This Magic center could be a free-agent fit Ben Wallace has always been a team first guy so when asked to play on the perimeter he did that. The Boston Celtics invited the young big man to their summer league giving him a opportunity to showcase his skills. Big Ben played guard for Bostonīig Ben went un-drafted in the legendary 1996 NBA draft, which is often recognized as one of the best classes in NBA history, featuring players Allen Iverson, Steve Nash, Ray Allen, and the late Kobe Bryant to name a few. Wallace talked about his hands on approach: “I’m going to be very involved, …I think that’s what it’s all about, the days and times of just lending your face to brand or product and just saying you’re a part of it I think those days are done.”īig Ben discussed more of his current business deals on the podcast, as he’s been involved in several “outside of the box” business ventures including his own strains of legal cannabis. He has already made an appearance at the distillery, taste testing potential samples for his signature beverage. When asked how he got involved with the local company Wallace replied: “Well the relationship was made from my time with Grand Rapids Drive, you know from my time working with those guys, …we built a relationship they called me and said they had something in the works and I went up there checked it out, thought it would be something I would enjoy being apart of and we took it from there.”īig Ben was known for his tenacity on the court, his approach to business shows the same traits. Yes, he’ll be releasing his own signature adult beverage to the Great Lakes State soon. Ben Wallace and Green Door Distilleryīen Wallace has partnered with Green Door Distillery out of Kalamazoo, Michigan. Here were some interesting moments from the interview. Hosts Lance Caporossi and Andrew Clements discussed his new collaboration with Green Door distillery, his time with the Pistons, and some lesser known facts like the wrist injury that nearly derailed his career. In a recent episode of the Everything Pistons Podcast, Detroit Pistons’ legend Ben Wallace sat down for a wide-ranging interview that touched on his time with the Pistons, his new business ventures and more. By Dashon Blount 3 months ago Follow Tweet
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