Rex Chapman
Keynote Speaker: Former NBA Shooting Guard & Sports Media Personality; New York Times Bestselling Author; Podcast Host
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Rex Chapman is a former NBA shooting guard known for his basketball career, personal challenges, and presence in sports media. In two years at the University of Kentucky, Chapman scored more than 1,000 points and led the Wildcats to a Sweet Sixteen appearance. The Charlotte Hornets selected Chapman with the eighth overall pick in the NBA Draft, making him the first player drafted by the franchise. In his rookie season, he was the youngest player in the league.
Chapman played 666 regular season NBA games, scoring 9,731 points for an average of 14.6 points per game, with 1,798 assists and 1,645 rebounds. He played for four NBA teams, including the Washington Bullets, Miami Heat, and Phoenix Suns. Known for his athleticism and long-range shooting, Chapman became a fan favorite in Phoenix, where he delivered one of the most memorable buzzer-beaters in league history. After retiring, he served as a color commentator on TNT and worked in NBA front offices, including as vice president of player personnel for the Phoenix Suns and Denver Nuggets.
Following routine surgery, Chapman developed an opioid addiction that escalated to taking up to 50 painkillers a day. The addiction led to a gambling problem that cost him nearly all of his NBA earnings, and after being arrested for shoplifting, Chapman entered rehab multiple times before achieving sobriety. He has spoken openly about these struggles, and his candor has become a cornerstone of his public identity. His autobiography, "It's Hard for Me to Live with Me," co-written with Seth Davis, covers Chapman's experiences with anxiety, depression, opioid and gambling addiction. The book became a New York Times bestseller.
With a basketball career spanning more than a decade, Chapman transitioned into media, amassing millions of followers. He served as the television presenter of the "Block or Charge" show on Adult Swim, based on his social media presence. Chapman also hosted a show on CNN+ titled "Rex Chapman." Leveraging his platform, he raised more than $150,000 to support those experiencing financial hardship. He has hosted the iHeart podcast "Charges with Rex Chapman" and the Smartless podcast "Owned." The podcast "Charges with Rex Chapman" is being adapted into a TV show, expanding his role as a commentator and public figure beyond basketball. Chapman's journey from athlete to addiction survivor to media personality provides a platform for discussing mental health, addiction recovery, and sports media with honesty and insight.
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Rex Chapman is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Basketball, Sports, Athlete, Sports Motivation, Addiction & Recovery, Mental Health, Men's Health, Social Activism, Social Justice, Civil Rights, Diversity & Inclusion, College, Television & Film, Sports Journalism & Broadcasting, Public Health, Storytelling and Bestselling Authors.
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Rex Chapman is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Basketball, Sports and Athlete. Please contact us for live or virtual event fee details. Rex Chapman can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Chris Herren, Vance Johnson and Tony Hoffman. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Rex Chapman for an upcoming event.
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How much does it cost to book Rex Chapman for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Rex Chapman, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. For the most current speaking fee to hire Rex Chapman, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent. -
What topics does Rex Chapman speak about?
Rex Chapman is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Basketball, Sports, Athlete, Sports Motivation, Addiction & Recovery, Mental Health, Men's Health, Social Activism, Social Justice, Civil Rights, Diversity & Inclusion, College, Television & Film, Sports Journalism & Broadcasting, Public Health, Storytelling and Bestselling Authors. -
Who is the agent for Rex Chapman?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Rex Chapman for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805, and one of our agents will assist you to book Rex Chapman for your next private or corporate function. -
What is a full-service speaker booking agency?
AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Rex Chapman or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us. -
Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?
If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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