All of these statements can be applied to what Steve Nash endures on a daily basis, as he fights to overcome nerve damage and extend his career. At 40 years old, the truth is that Nash's best days in the NBA are behind him. That doesn't mean he can't have good days in front of him, however.

Nash is grappling with that very notion in a Grantland documentary called "The Finish Line," which follows the Lakers point guard as he works through rehab with the intent to return to the team that signed him to a two-year contract, one he has spent on the sidelines for the most part.

"And, frankly, if I can't get it back it's not that it's totally gone," Nash said, "it's just that I can't do it 3 and a-half nights a week. I can do it once or twice a week, and that's not good enough for the NBA."

There is an obvious will to overcome his injuries, but there are sobering moments in this nine-minute video as well, namely the isolation that comes along with rehab. While games are being played, Nash works out only 100 feet away. Still, he feels worlds away from being on that court.

Working through such a strenuous rehab forces Nash to acknowledge his shortcomings as well, as he starts to make declarations about what could be on the other side of 40 years old if he doesn't regain the ability that has helped his game stay at an elite level.

"Without the mobility that's been a huge part of my game, I'm going to be an average player." Nash said at one point.

Statements like that, which are about as honest as can be, make this documentary well worth your time.

NOTE: See “Inside Dish” page for video clip.

WADE FATE


Dwyane Wade has missed significant time to rest his knees as part of a maintenance program that will ensure he is healthy when the NBA playoffs arrive.

Wade sat out of Wednesday's Miami Heat game against the Golden State Warriors with a "bizarre" foot injury, and his status for the All-Star Game this weekend could be in jeopardy,  according to Yahoo! Sports.

Voted in as an All-Star starter, Wade is unsure whether he will play in Sunday's big game. Wade, who has sat out 15 games this season, was voted in by the fans.

"It's one of the most bizarre things…," Wade said. "Hopefully, the numbness wears off more and more as it started to do throughout the game and throughout the rest of the night. By (Thursday) hopefully it subsides and we will go from there."

If he were to sit out, there are several deserving wings who would like to play in Wade's place. Indiana Pacers guard Lance Stephenson Toronto Raptors point guard Kyle Lowry would be the prime candidates.


BOSH SMASH


Miami Heat All-Star Chris Bosh is a comical character, whose mannerisms and personality garners plenty of attention.

With that in mind, it makes complete sense that Bosh will lend his voice to Marvel as part of a special episode for "Hulk and the Agents of S.M.A.S.H.,"  according to the Marvel website .

In this cartoon capacity, Bosh will be the voice of Asgardian hero, Heimdall, who is described as an all-seeing, all-knowing guardian of bistrost, which is also known as Rainbow Bridge.

"Marvel was great to work with and I was honored to voice Heimdall on 'Marvel's Hulk and the Agents of the S.M.A.S.H.,'" said Chris Bosh. "I enjoyed the Hulk as a kid and am excited for kids' reaction to the episode."

Chris Bosh (Marvel Comics photo)

CELTIC GESTURE


It won't be long before 12-year-old Louis Corbett is completely blind.

The New Zealand native suffers from a rare genetic condition called retinitis pigmentosa, in which the retina cells increasingly degenerate over time, typically by the time the person is in their 40's.

But Louis' condition has deteriorated rapidly in the past six months, so much so that it is likely he will legally blind well before he turns 40. According to the New Zealand Herald, the Corbett family is doing everything in their power to get Louis "a visual database, as many environments, colors and graphics as possible before he goes blind."

Louis' biggest dream is to see the Boston Celtic play live, and with his vision getting worse and worse, a Facebook page and fundraising campaign were started to help the youngster live out his dream.

The Grousbeck family, who are majority owners of the Boston Celtics have a personal connection with Louis' condition, as their son Campbell suffers from vision impairment. The organization reached out the Corbett family, offering to host Louis and his father at TD Garden on March 5 when the team takes on Steph Curry and the Golden State Warriors. Other companies such as Bank of America and Air New Zealand, pitched in to help cover the costs of travel and lodging.

While his vision decreases, Louis' spirits remain high knowing that his biggest wish is coming true.

Contributors: DeAntae Prince, Troy Machir

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