Charles Oakley Will Not Play for "Bullsh-- Money"

by Brett Edwards

There's a phenomenal interview with Charles Oakley over at ESPN.com, where Oak is probed about the reasons for his attempting a comeback at the age of 43. There's a good chance that money is the main motivator, but considering it's Oakley we're talking about, it could just as easily be about his desire to slap some of the younger players around a bit. Either way, more of Charles Oakley in front of a microphone is always a good thing. Here's a sampling of some of the more riveting commentary from the interview:

Your pal Jordan knows a thing or two about comebacks. What advice has he given you?

MJ is my best friend. He respects me as a friend (regardless) of what I want to do. He says, "If they going to pay you, you come back. If they're not going to pay you, don't." I'm not going to come back for no veteran's minimum. I'm coming back for a good salary. You can't buy me. Money can't buy me. But I'm not coming back for no bull---- money.

OK then, what is not "bull---- money"?

At least two years, $10 million. Nine or 10 million. I'm not coming back for a million and five. My value is worth more than that.

That's a lot of money, Oak. Is this comeback about money?

It's not about money. Money is a part of the comeback, but you can't buy me. It's something I'd be happy with, but I can get you more than what you paid for. I'll give you three-times your money.

You're often spotted in Vegas and it's well known that you like to gamble. Is your comeback attempt at all related to gambling?

No, it's not about gambling. I have money. I have six car washes. I have one that's worth $10 million, one that's worth $5 million. You know, like, I'm probably worth $25 million dollars in assets.

You hear that, General Managers? Oakley WILL NOT PLAY FOR BULLSHIT MONEY! Honestly, I'm not sure Oakley would pass a drug test at this point if he thinks anyone in the league would pay him $20 mil over two years. It's obvious that Oak would provide some toughness and some entertainment to any team that would sign him, I just don't know if any of it would be seen on the basketball court.

[via True Hoop]

Comments

[greenlake]

OMFG..just go away already and run your car washes..let the yougens take the reins..your time passed long ago..
geez..what is up with these fooools..

[Liston]

Did he seriously say, "You can't buy me. Money can't buy me." and follow that with "But I'm not coming back for no bull---- money." Wow. That is so awesome. God, I hope he comes back.

Liston

[coach]

Oak needs a body wash in one of his car wash. He should admit he's a wash out !

[No Blood No Foul]

Oak's got as much chance of making $5 million a year in the NBA as I do.

P.S. I'm not a prof. player. Not even close.

[destynee oakley]

wow id actually like to see OAk play. wouldnt that be cool? and the age dont even matter its who ever can get it in on the court that really matters