Dennis Rodman has a weird but close relationship with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un and has tried what he calls “basketball diplomacy” between the two nations. Included in those efforts is an exhibition basketball game for Kim’s birthday and now we know who Rodman’s players will be.
There were a couple former All-Stars on the list, as reported by the Associated Press.
Rodman leads a team that includes former NBA All-Stars Kenny Anderson, Cliff Robinson, and Vin Baker. Craig Hodges, Doug Christie and Charles D. Smith are on the team, as well….
Smith, who played for the New York Knicks, said he was looking forward to the game with Rodman.
“Dennis and I are total opposites but we work very well together,” Smith said. “Dennis is one of the few people I know that doesn’t just talk but actually lives a culturally diverse life. We have traveled everywhere together so I was not surprised with his first visit to North Korea.
“Cultural exchange is about sharing. Sharing ideas and thoughts on education, culture and life.”
I’m not completely trusting the mission or the friendship for that matter but I don’t know maybe basketball could help international relations. In the meantime, be careful Rodman, Kim did feed his own uncle to a pack of dogs…
