Jun 18, 2026 · 1 min read

6/18 Starting Five

Each week, I highlight five things keeping me grateful, grounded, and going.

Should I just dedicate this edition to the starting five of the Knicks? To be honest, I’m basking in the spirit and vibes in the city right now, but I did grow up a New Jersey Nets fan. Who says you can’t root for more than one team?

Here’s this week’s Starting Five, in no particular order:

#1 - Knicks Ticker-Tape Parade

Like I said, the vibes are on another level.

#2 - The World Cup

AND we have the World Cup. Check out this subway wrap.

#3 - Street Art

Speaking our language.

#4 - New Merch

Coming soon!

#5 - Abbode

Coming in clutch with the quick-turn custom pouch for my bestie.

Originally published on the Power Forward Substack.

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