Jason Richardson may be the elder statemen on the Philadelphia 76ers right now, but there was a time when he was one of the baddest basketball players on the planet.
Richardson played in an NBA game on Friday night for the first time since January 18, 2013. The former Michigan State star and two-time NBA slam dunk champion has battled countless injuries over the past couple of years.
I like to thank everyone for the support! I work my butt off to continue to play the game I love and respect. It's been 2 years since I last
— Jason Richardson (@jrich23) February 21, 2015
Played a NBA game! I respect and appreciate all the encouraging words! To all the haters and critics, Im still here!
— Jason Richardson (@jrich23) February 21, 2015
Richardson took a moment to thank the countless people who had supported him over the past few years. Everything was going great until a clueless twitter troll arrived on the scene.
@jrich23 you did shit moron, you’re worthless
— Mark Gatsby (@MarkGiacchi) February 21, 2015
Richardson promptly ethered him.
@MarkGiacchi what have u done in ur life that is so amazing? Get back at me, I will be waiting….. and waiting….. and waiting some more!
— Jason Richardson (@jrich23) February 21, 2015