The Sports Medicine Series Powered by Sports Business Classroom is where passion for athlete performance meets professional growth. Designed for anyone interested in the health, recovery, and performance of athletes, this immersive event brings together a dynamic mix of professionals and students from across the sports landscape.
From physical therapists, athletic trainers, and team execs, to sports scientists, rehab specialists, agents, and aspiring pros, the series welcomes a broad range of participants united by a single goal: understanding what it takes to keep athletes performing at the highest level.
Whether you’re already working in and around the NBA or exploring a future in sports medicine, performance, or basketball operations, this series offers unparalleled access to the minds shaping modern athlete care. Through panels, networking, and interactive learning, attendees gain real-world insights and build connections that can help launch or elevate a career in the game.
Some speakers to highlight:
Jalen Suggs (Orlando Magic, Shooting Guard): Beyond electrifying plays, Jalen offers a player’s perspective on injury management, recovery routines, and maintaining peak performance during intensive schedules
Heather Linden (UFC Senior Director of Sports Medicine): With a wealth of experience across combat sports, Heather dives into advanced regenerative techniques and the evolving role of orthobiologics in keeping athletes game-ready
Alvin Gentry (Sacramento Kings VP of Basketball Engagement): Bringing a front-office angle, Alvin shares how integrated communication between medical, performance, and basketball operations enhances long-term athlete success and retention
Brook Lopez (Clippers Center): A veteran of the league since 2008, Brook has experienced firsthand the physical and mental demands of sustaining an NBA career at the highest level. He’s known not only for his shot-blocking and scoring prowess but also for embracing modern recovery techniques, from load management to targeted rehabilitation.
