Key Takeaways:
– Stephon Marbury, former Knicks star, has left his coaching career in China and returned to New York to launch his eyewear brand, Chamelo.
– Marbury, who is now the Chief Brand Officer of Chamelo, revealed the technology behind the brand’s unique sunglasses, which can change color and play music through in-built Bluetooth speakers.
– In addition to launching his new business, Marbury has also returned to the Knicks’ games as an enthusiastic supporter and member of the team’s alumni.
Back to the Big Apple: Marbury Returns
Seated in the Madison Square Garden, former Knicks star-turned-businessman Stephon Marbury watched his home team play against the Indiana Pacers. His return to New York marks not just a homecoming but also the launch of his innovative eyewear brand, Chamelo.
From the Court to the Boardroom
The basketball star opened up about his career shift during the Chamelo launch at the Common Ground Bar in New York saying, “I’m not coaching anymore,”. Marbury’s new role is the Chief Brand Officer at Chamelo, a promising technology-driven eyewear company. It’s a big leap from his career in China where he previously coached the Beijing Royal Fighters.
Chamelo Eyewear: Unseen Technology
The revolutionary technology of Chamelo Eyewear could be a game-changer in the industry. The sunglasses boast changing tint and colors, controlled by a button or through a mobile app. Moreover, the glasses are equipped with Bluetooth speakers. Marbury enthusiastically remarked, “This is revolutionary. It’s a new technology that never has been seen before,”.
Sporting his Chamelo glasses during the Knicks’ second-round playoff series, Marbury highlighted the brand’s long-term vision which is to continuously improve their technology for future generations.
Home Sweet Home
Besides his new business venture, Marbury finds joy in supporting his old team. He shared his excitement for being back in his hometown saying, “[The Knicks] invited me to come back to the game, which was pretty cool,”. The former Knicks star seems to have left his turbulent past with the team behind, celebrating the full circle moment of his return.
A Viral Cheerleader
Marbury and fellow ex-Knick John Starks made headlines as the ‘AAU Dads” of the current team, energetically cheering from the sideline. He praised the unselfish style of the Knicks under the leadership of coach Tom Thibodeau, applauding their hard, smart play, commending the front office, and emphasizing the positivity around New York basketball.
Trust in Jalen Brunson
Specifically, Marbury expressed faith in Jalen Brunson’s ability to lead the Knicks to a championship. The former two-time NBA All-Star noted, “Brunson solidified himself as a superstar… he’s looking like he’s ready to lead us to a place that everybody wants to go to. This is the guy who I really trust to take us to the championship.”
In conclusion, Stephon Marbury’s return to New York has been eventful, marked by the launch of a potential revolution in eyewear and an animated resurgence of his love for the Knicks. He looks forward to watching the evolution of his brand and the Knicks’ journey to a championship run.