From a $1.67B NBA Team Owner to Courtside Challenges: Alex Rodriguez's Quest for Basketball Glory

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A-Rod, famed for his baseball prowess, embraced the "try and try again" mantra. Transitioning from the diamond to business, he founded A-Rod Corp and co-owns Minnesota's NBA and WNBA teams. Yet, basketball finesse remains a challenge, showcasing his relentless pursuit of success. In his latest Instagram post he tried a new thing. [{ "selector": ".momgr-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "500ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "opacity": 0}, {"offset": 1, "opacity": "1"} ] }, { "selector": ".kawez-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "0ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "transform": "translateY(-157px)", "opacity": "1"}, {"offset": 1, "transform": "translateY(0)", "opacity": "1"} ] }, { "selector": ".jwjid-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "0ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "transform": "translateX(calc(360px - 320px))", "opacity": "1"}, {"offset": 1, "transform": "translateX(0)", "opacity": "1"} ] }]

A-Rod's Zealous Pursuit Beyond Baseball

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Former Yankees star Alex Rodriguez embodies the "try and succeed" ethos. His baseball fame stemmed from relentless hard work and post-game self-correction. This drive seamlessly flowed into his business ventures and ownership of Minnesota's NBA and WNBA teams. Latest Instagram post from A-Rod shows his try at basketball with a caption, "Getting the hang of this basketball thing…"

Shooting for Success on the Court

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Transitioning to basketball, Rodriguez, though not a pro, dabbles in shooting hoops. Ownership of basketball teams fuels his passion. Despite initial struggles, an Instagram post captures his journey from missed shots to nailing a perfect three-pointer.

Fans Cheer A-Rod's Basketball Endeavors

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While not a Steph Curry, Rodriguez's attempts on the court earn admiration. His determination and progress receive fan praise, emphasizing his unwavering commitment beyond the baseball diamond.

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One fan comment, “Building a house BRICK BY BRICK!! Good man!! 🙏🏼” ,another one said, “Props to you, Mr. Rodriguez. You could’ve just shown the made shot with a whole different message, but no, you showed you not giving up. Thanks for being real. Also, you belong in the HOF..”. Another one said, “the 🐐 expert in falling and getting up. The king of constancy1️⃣3️⃣”.

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How Derek Jeter and Serena Williams Battled Early Racism on the Road to Their Legendary Careers

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