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Amar'e Stoudemire Eyes Rabbinic Path | Durham News
Former NBA All-Star Amar’e Stoudemire is reportedly considering a dramatic career pivot—becoming a rabbi. After a 14-year pro basketball run with the Suns and Knicks, including six All-Star appearances, he stepped away from the game to pursue his Jewish faith, officially converting in 2020 after years of study. Now, with deep Torah knowledge and a public commitment to his beliefs—including Sabbath greetings and reflections on resilience—he’s eyeing rabbinical training, which could take 4-6 years. His spiritual journey began even before his NBA draft, with Torah classes at Arizona State. This…
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