The Most Heartbreaking Career in NBA History

The Most Heartbreaking Career in NBA History From the last pick in the NBA draft to an MVP candidate earning millions, Isaiah Thomas defied every odd stacked against him as a 5'9" guard in a league of giants. His incredible rise from being called "Bighead" as an undersized kid in Tacoma to dominating the Boston Celtics and nearly securing a $150 million contract is one of basketball's most inspiring stories. But what happened next reveals the harsh reality of professional sports, where loyalty is an illusion and a single injury can destroy everything you've worked for.