There's nothing wrong with NBA superstars looking out for their own interests.
There's nothing wrong with the very best in basketball seeking out greener pastures, bigger bank accounts and more enriching opportunities in new and different cities. Any given pro's playing career will only last as long as his mortal coil allows it to. As such, he might as well make the most of his time on the court, whether that means chasing greenbacks, contending for championships or both.
There's nothing inherently wrong with "showboating" or "selfish" play, either. In many cases, these characteristics are mere outgrowths of the unusually competitive spirit that drives the world's most accomplished athletes toward greatness. Celebrations are the spoils of success, while a player taking over the game is more often the reflection of a burning desire to win and a supreme belief in one's ability to do so than it is a reflection of purely pompous egotism.
Not that there isn't plenty to be said for sportsmanship, humility, unselfishness and the like. Look no further than Kevin Durant, who's thrived among the league's elite for several years now ...
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