How JJ Kaplan Kept Playing Through War and Uncertainty

On this week’s episode of The Baseline, we welcome another one of our first-ever returning guests, JJ Kaplan, for one of the most raw and personal conversations we’ve ever had on the show.JJ opens up about the mental and emotional side of playing professional basketball through some of the most difficult moments imaginable. From living through multiple wars in Israel, to leaving the country and returning, JJ speaks about the uncertainty, pressure, and emotional toll that comes with trying to balance life during times of conflict.We also dive into JJ’s Jewish identity, and how his experiences in Israel shaped him both as a player and as a person. Throughout our conversation, JJ speaks honestly about resilience, perspective, fear, growth, and the mental side of being an athlete in situations most people could never imagine facing.Find all of our latest updates and episodes on our Linktree!⁠