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10/14/2026

El Mesquite 🪾The strongest roots are often the ones below the surface.

Oscar Garza, Athletic Trainer with the Sacramento Kings shares the importance of staying connected to your roots as they grow to become the foundation of your journey that will never lead you astray.

10/12/2026

Service beyond self. A commitment rooted in heritage.

For Cleveland Cavaliers Associate Head Athletic Trainer Albert Padilla, Hispanic heritage is more than a part of his identity. It’s a source of pride, purpose and responsibility to represent his family, community and culture in everything he does.

From Cleveland to Málaga, Spain. A look beyond the athletic training room at the culture, connections and experiences that shape Albert. ➡️

Behind every journey are the roots that shape us. Albert reflects on what his Hispanic Heritage means to him personally.

Every culture has a story that goes beyond what we see. Padilla shares what he wishes more people understood about the richness of Hispanic heritage.

Pride extends beyond personal accomplishments. Albert reflects on what it means to represent the Hispanic and Latine community as an NBA Athletic Trainer.

From Cleveland to Málaga, Spain. 🇪🇸 A special backdrop for the Cleveland Cavaliers training camp during Hispanic Heritage Month.

Quick intermission at training camp for a push up challenge…let’s go Albert!

Behind the dedication, achievements and the camaraderie is a story of heritage, values and the responsibility to represent something great than oneself.

Thanks for following along!

10/11/2026

Texas takes Macao 🇨🇳🌏🏀

From Dallas and Houston, to the global stage, NBA athletic trainers are making moves behind the scenes, keeping players prepared, healthy and game ready.

The game goes global. So does the care. ✈️

📸: Jason Biles, Jeremy Hassler, Katie Babcock, Quinton Sawyer, Jana Austin, Motoki Fujii, Kevin Clerkley and Sam Berenberg

10/09/2026

Service beyond self. A commitment rooted in heritage.

For Associate Head Athletic Trainer with the Cleveland Cavaliers Albert Padilla, Hispanic heritage is more than a part of his identity. It’s a source of pride, purpose, and responsibility to represent his family, community, and culture in everything he does.

Get to know what Hispanic Heritage means to Albert ➡️

10/07/2026

New album saving….snapshots into Preseason in Quebec 📸

NBATA Members: Masahiro Takahagi, Ian Lackey, Wes Brown, Toral Desai with Miami HEAT and Rayan Malik with the Toronto Raptors

10/06/2026

Destination 🗺️ ✈️ Season 28

10/05/2026

The story behind the standard 📖🏀

For, Pascual Guerrero, Director of Rehab and Assistant Athletic Trainer for the Philadelphia 76ers …his South American roots, family sacrifice and the lessons passed down at home continue to shape the way he shows up today.

09/30/2026

Rooted in Culture 🇵🇷

Join the chat as Anthony Goenaga, Head Athletic Trainer for the New York Knicks 🏀 reflects on the impact his upbringing and the role his heritage has played in shaping both the person and professional he is today.

09/29/2026

Jason Biles, Head Athletic Trainer for the Houston Rockets is no rookie when it comes to training camp.

Follow along as he shares a look into training camp over the years ➡️

➡️ New opportunities to grow. Each year presents unique challenges and opportunities, from building something impactful through established and new relationships to bringing fresh ideas to time-tested practices and systems. I’m also excited about continuing to learn from the experiences and situations each season presents.

➡️ When I came into the league, our sports medicine and performance staff consisted of just three of us. Today, it takes collaboration across a team of specialists in athletic training, coaching and player development, sports performance, sports nutrition, sports psychology, recovery, equipment, media relations, security, travel, and many other areas. The game has evolved, and so has the level of collaboration required to support our athletes.

➡️ The early focus is on setting expectations and establishing a consistent standard of care that carries throughout the season. Being proactive with assessments and communication helps educate both athletes and coaches while creating an individualized roadmap for each player’s success.

➡️ Consistency is everything when it comes to building habits and changing behaviors. Committing to healthy daily habits from the start establishes a foundation that shapes who you become as the season progresses.

➡️ My first NBA preseason road trip was to Spain, and this preseason we’ll be in China. The places this game has taken me are beyond anything I could have imagined when I started. Basketball has blessed my family and me with incredible experiences and opportunities to see the world, and I’m grateful for that journey.

I’m grateful to God for gifting me the opportunity to serve others and, hopefully, make a positive impact along the way. The relationships I’ve built throughout the years are priceless. I’m also incredibly thankful for my family, who have walked alongside me on this journey, and for the support of my colleagues. And, of course, I’m always looking forward to discovering great restaurants and coffee shops with friends on t

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