The Manimal, as Kenneth Faried has been known since his days in Denver, has had quite the journey. After eight productive seasons in the NBA and stints overseas including Russia, Puerto Rico, and China, Faried is back south of the border playing for the G League affiliate Mexico City Capitanes.
After joining the Capitanes to help fill the void left by Jahlil Okafor, who was injured in the NBA Winter Showcase, Faried has averaged a double-double in 11 games played. The former Nugget recently spoke with HoopsHype about his experiences outside of the US, his goal of returning to the NBA, and his leadership.