Desmond Mason, in the paint.(If I Weren't A Sports Star)(Brief Article)

The New York school of abstract expressionism has heavily influenced Bucks swingman Desmond Mason. That's not a fancy way of saying he developed dazzling playmaking skills during pickup games in Brooklyn; rather, it speaks to Mason's other passion: creating art.

"For me, it's mostly relaxing," Mason says. "I have a lot of stress during the season with traveling and everything. I can relax and close the doors and let my emotions flow."

After briefly considering studying accounting, Mason opted to follow his creative calling by majoring in studio art at Oklahoma State. He enjoys experimenting with a wide variety of styles and setups, dabbling in everything from ...