Forgotten NBA star Jabari Parker breaks down in tears on live TV as fans beg ‘Lakers need to make a call’
FORMER NBA forward Jabari Parker could not hold back the tears after being asked about his first season in Europe.
FC Barcelona lost their Spanish League semifinal 0-3 against Real Madrid.
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Jabari Parker was asked about his time in EuroLeagueCredit: X @JijantesFC
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The former second overall pick broke down in tearsCredit: https://x.com/LegionHoops
After the series-sealing defeat, Parker was quizzed about his time in EuroLeague having seen injuries derail his NBA career.
The 29-year-old struggled to get his words out and grew tearful.
After attempting some follow-up questions with the same result, the reporter gave Parker some time to compose himself alone.
NBA fans showed plenty of sympathy for the former No. 2 overall pick in response to the video.
“Lakers need to make a call,” commented one.
“J.P wants to come back home. He’s heartbroken. Smh,” added another.
“He was supposed to be the one man,” posted a third.
Parker was drafted out of Duke by the Milwaukee Bucks in 2014 and gained a reputation as an outstanding offensive talent.
He averaged 20.1 points per game in the 2016-17 season.
But a series of knee injuries stalled his career and saw him bounce around the NBA before signing a one-year Barcelona contract last year.
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Parker averaged 10.6 points, 4.2 rebounds, and 9.6 PIR per game in 38 appearances in Europe.
He agreed a two-year extension to stay in Spain in April.
“I am very grateful,” he said at the time.
“From the first moment I came to Barcelona, I had good feelings, good games, and good experiences.
“I just want to keep these good times with more years here in Barcelona.
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“It was very easy to make this decision.
“I would make this decision 10 times over if I had the chance. I think it’s the best decision.
“My goal for the next two seasons is to give 100 per cent, give all my dedication to the court, and give back everything I can to the fans.”
Parker has represented the Chicago Bulls, Washington Wizards, Atlanta Hawks, Sacramento Kings, and Boston Celtics.
But it appears to late to resurrect his NBA career despite his form with Barcelona.
