J. Cole Signs Deal with Nanjing Monkey Kings in Chinese Basketball Association
J. Cole has signed a deal to play for the Nanjing Monkey Kings in the Chinese Basketball Association (CBA), as reported by ESPN's Shams Charania on April 1. This move comes after Cole had initially planned to join the Nanjing team for a brief period last year before finalizing an official contract. The CBA, established in 1995, is China's premier men's professional basketball league with 20 teams competing in the league. This decision by Cole is a significant development in his ongoing pursuit of a professional basketball career while maintaining his successful music career. The renowned artist, known for his multi-platinum albums and Grammy Awards, has been vocal about his passion for basketball, and this contract signifies a major step forward in his journey to play at the professional level.