Brian Kortovich

ABOUT BRIAN KORTOVICH

Entrepreneur known for founding ACES, a lifestyle and sports brand that hosts celebrity basketball events, community programs, and sports collaborations.

He began his pro career in 2008 with Al Sahel in Kuwait, later playing in Israel, France, and Italy, and earning NBA preseason spots with the New York Knicks and New Jersey Nets.

He was nicknamed "Smokin' Aces" in 2011 at NYC's EBC Rucker Park after dropping around 40 points in a single game.

The star lost his father at a young age, but that pain didn't bring him down; it pushed him to work harder.

He has worked with notable basketball and entertainment figures including Tracy McGrady , Steve Nash , and Rashard Lewis .