Ladies and gentlemen, an early front-runner for Photo of the Year has emerged.
In the world of sports, there are times in which athletes transcend the court and build aspects of their legacy off of it. The most growing trend in the NBA is for players to utilize fashion and endorsement deals to steal headlines and remain relevant.
Marcin Gortat just one-upped them all.
Rather than wearing capris or creating an energy drink, Gortat decided to do something that’s more true to his character. Something that’s… Admittedly, I’ve already run out of words to describe this.
The 30-year-old was spotted walking his pet pig into a Polish mall.
I couldn’t make this up if I tried.
As if being 7’0″ tall wasn’t enough to grab everyone’s attention.
As written on his official Instagram account, Gortat was spotted with his, “Puppy.” Yes. He calls his pet pig his puppy.
This appears to be a break from what’s set to be an eventful summer. Fresh off of averaging 13.2 points, 9.5 rebounds and 1.5 blocks per game for the Washington Wizards in 2013-14, Gortat is an unrestricted free agent.
Wherever he goes, we can only hope that his pet pig goes with him.
You’re a God amongst men, Marcin Gortat. Never change.