Tony Snell recounts his upbringing and his path to the NBA.

• Tony Snell grew up in South Central Los Angeles and used basketball to stay on a positive path.
• His focus, hard work, and determination earned him nine seasons in the NBA.
• Tony values his family life off the court and credits it with having the most significant impact on him.

Tony and Ashley Snell noticed developmental delays in their son Carter, leading to an autism diagnosis.

• Carter missed developmental milestones and wasn't talking by 18 months, displaying stimming behavior.
• Doctors suggested testing Carter for autism, which was confirmed through a diagnosis.

Tony Snell relates to his son's autism and decides to get tested, resulting in his own diagnosis.

• Tony saw himself in his son's behaviors, leading him to get tested and diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder at age 31.
• He wasn't surprised by the diagnosis and felt relieved to understand why he had always felt different.

Tony Snell discusses the lack of autism awareness and diagnosis in the black community.

• Autism is underdiagnosed and not often discussed in the black community due to a lack of knowledge and resources.
• Tony believes his life might have been limited if he had been diagnosed with autism at a young age.

Tony Snell is committed to helping minorities with autism through his foundation.

• Tony aims to be a role model for his son and others, partnering with the Special Olympics to inspire greatness.
• The Tony Snell Foundation works to provide access to testing and therapy, especially in inner cities.

Tony and Ashley Snell face hurdles in getting testing and therapy for themselves and Carter.

• Long waitlists and high costs for testing, even with insurance, pose significant obstacles.
• The Snells' efforts include working with groups to help others access the necessary support.

Tony Snell reflects on how being on the autism spectrum has shaped his life and career.

• Tony credits his ability to practice basketball tirelessly to his condition, which contributed to his NBA success.
• He and Ashley share their love story, meeting through a mutual friend, Jimmy Butler.