About Us - Services
| Job Placement: The challenge of finding of the right situation for the right player is usually a labor-intensive and expensive effort. We perform an extensive global search for the perfect match. Court Side does not charge the player any fee or reimbursement charge for this service.
Contract Negotiations: Agents negotiating NBA contracts receive a maximum fee of 4% from the player or less, if the player is drafted or signs a minimum contract. There are no uniform contracts in Europe. Everything is negotiable. Within one country, no two contracts are alike. Because so many variables are at play, the involvement of a knowledgeable agent and expert legal advisors is crucial. Our international team of agents and lawyers understand the important nuances associated with each contract negotiation. Whether you are negotiating a contract in the NBA or in one of the many European countries, Court Side provides you with all the expertise you need in one place. Endorsements: Whenever possible, Court Side tries to offer its players marketing opportunities, but major endorsement opportunities in the United States are generally geared towards the super stars. In Europe, sports marketing is highly regulated and quite restricted. The presence of so many cultural, legal and political differences requires great sensitivity when securing endorsements. Insurance: Court Side advises some of its players to explore additional insurance options. Such an approach will ensure a player's continuous insurance coverage and guard against coverage gaps that can occur. Financial Planning: Planning for your financial future is an important component of any player's career. If a player seeks assistance--from basic accounting help to more aggressive investing advice--our experts will assist you in navigating the financial process. Court Side can also offer expert tax advice on a player's global earnings. Sound tax advice is particularly important when a player moves among various European and/or NBA teams during his career. Issues of residency and taxable earnings can become complicated and can have a dramatic impact on a player's financial situation. Our diverse team makes it possible to look at tax ramifications from a truly international perspective. Loans: It is against Court Side's company policy to lend money to players. A loan may be interpreted as a bribe or a violation of some paragraphs in the NBPA regulations governing Player Agents. Court Side can and will assist the player in securing a loan from a bank. Legal Services: Court Side has a team of attorneys to counsel its players on everything from contracts to taxation matters in both the U.S. and in Europe. | |
A lasting partnership | |
| Court Side brings its players a world of opportunities and advantages. We stand ready to make the leap with you into the world of professional basketball. We aim to bring you outstanding opportunities. We pledge to plan a solid future with you.
Our team of agents sets the standard for basketball management. Very few can give you our level of professional expertise, notoriety or track record on a global scale. To us, basketball is a global phenomenon. This philosophy is the cornerstone of our sports marketing strategy. As long as you keep playing, we'll bring you the world. Your professional basketball career awaits you. Let Court Side take you there. We're confident you'll enjoy the ride. | |