As a freshman and last year as a sophomore she played a very significant role off the bench in helping the Southwest DeKalb Lady Panthers win back-to-back state titles.

When she hits the court she immediately goes into attach mode at both ends of the floor. Entering her junior year at SDW she already has D-1 offers starting to roll in; the player I'm talking about is Destinie Gibbs, better known as Olivia or to her pupils as O.G.

L.A.: Tell the “Other” players your full name, that way when they get schooled they will remember who schooled them?
Destinie: My full name is Destinie Olivia Gibbs.

L.A.: Just in case they can’t remember your full name, do you have a nickname we can throw at them?
Destinie: My nickname from middle school was O.G. 

L.A.: Olivia, you just completed your sophomore year at Southwest DeKalb and already you have two state championships rings how are you going to top that?
Destinie: Its not that I'm going to try and top it, its the fact that I am going to try and continue the dynasty.

L.A.: Which AAU program are you affiliated with and who is the head coach?
Destinie: I'm affiliated with GA Pistols Elite.

L.A.: Are you originally from GA, if not where are you from?
Destinie: Georgia is where I am originally from.

L.A.:  Who have been some of the most influential people in your life?
Destinie: Some of the most influential people in my life besides my parents are Omar Coop, Damon Wilson, Antonio Davis, Percy Gordon , my Uncle Jake , and Aunt Vinita.

L.A.:  What are your plans for the summer as far as different basketball camps you may attend?
Destinie: I plan to attend the the UGA camp, Miami camp, and the University of Texas camp.

L.A.:  Have you ever stepped into the Matrix (that’s what 4SHOT calls the Zone) and if so how did you feel?
Destinie: I feel unstoppable. I feel my passion for the game arousing through me.

L.A.:  Who has been one of the toughest players you ever had to play against and who is the best high school player you personally have ever seen?
Destinie: Diamond Deshields qualifies for both questions. She is my bestfriend and is the next big thing. Her athletic ability and skill level is incredible.  

L.A.: Tell me something about yourself that people wouldn’t know by just looking at you?
Destinie: I have a 3.9 GPA.
L.A.: “That’s what I’m talking about…do your thing O.G.!

Keeping it real!

L.A.: As an athlete is it easier to get a date or harder; if your not in high school don’t answer this question as a parent I’ll answer it for you …Forget about it (lol), no really Forget it!!!
Destinie: Because I am an athlete, it is easier for me to get a date. I prefer dating athletes and as an athlete myself we have something in common. And most times, guys have a liking  towards girls who play sports.

L.A.: You are a basketball recruiter and you are scouting you, briefly tell me what would your take would be on your game:
Destinie: She has a high basketball IQ, she has a nice shot, and knows how to finish. She needs to work on being more aggressive and getting lower on defense.

L.A.: Do you get special treatment at home because you play sports?
Destinie: No I do not get special treatment at home because I play sports. However, I do get special treatments at school.

L.A.: Who is your favorite teacher in school?
Destinie: My favorite teacher is Mr. Raymond Maple.

L.A.: Which subject do you like most and which subject do you like least?
Destinie: I enjoy World History Most and I dislike science.

L.A.: If you could change anything in the world today what would it be?
Destinie: If I could change anything in the world today, I would change the economic depression or recession.

L.A.: Ok keep it real now; do you use the fact that you are an athlete to sometimes get your way?
Destinie: I always use that.

L.A.: Keep it real, was SWD the best team in any classification in the state this year?
Destinie:  You know, there are many opinions when it comes to talking about who is the best and who isn't. But I do know our team had the mindset that we WERE the best and that no one could beat us. That's why we are reigning state champs.

L.A.: Here’s one for you how much pressure was it on you to play for that other AAU team being that your H.S. Coach is affiliated with it, lol?
Destinie: It wasn't any pressure. My parents and I chose what we thought was the best situation for me individually.

L.A.: A whistle and “The Look” while walking through the mall or the cheers of the crowd during a game, lol?
Destinie: Cheers of the crowd during the game. 

Fire or Ice

Gibbs will be shooting for their 3rd state title next season as a junior with the Lady Panthers.

1. You are deserted on an island and you discover that Dwayne Wade, Carmelo Anthony and LeBron James actually live on the other end of the island: ICE

2  Your boyfriend dumps you for his ex: FIRE

3. On PROM Night your date shows up in red tux with white shoes and a pink hat:  FIRE

4. You show up at the movies with another date and you see your friend their also with another date:ICE

5. UCONN, NC, Duke, Tennessee, Stanford and Baylor list you as their top recruit: ICE

6. Your classmate cheats off your paper and they pass and you fail the test: FIRE

7 As a college freshman you lead your team to a national championship:  ICE

8. A million dollar home next door to Lil Wayne: ICE

9. During your wedding ceremony your future mother-in-law stands up and rejects the marriage: FIRE

10. A player on your team steals your boyfriend: FIRE

 L.A.: How does summer ball (AAU) differ from the regular season and do you like playing AAU ball more?
Destinie: High School ball is more controlled than AAU. With that said, I enjoy AAU much more.

L.A.: What do you want to do after your basketball career is over?
Destinie: I would like to become an actress and/or entrepreneur.

L.A.: If you were not playing basketball what would you be doing?
Destinie: Taking acting classes and being a model.

L.A.: What is your favorite TV Show and Movie?
Destinie: My favorite TV show is Fresh Prince of Bel-Air. My favorite movie is either Avatar or Love and Basketball.

L.A.:  If you could meet anyone in the world (past or present) who would it be and why?
Destinie: I would have loved to meet Michael Jackson .

L.A.:  When you and your friends get together what to you like to do?
Destinie: We like to just chill, watch movies, and eat.

L.A.: Destinie; thank you for your time, it has been my pleasure to be able to have you on Street Talk. Would you like to make any shout outs?”
Destinie: I would like to make a shout-out to my parents, Deon and Karen Gibbs, my coaches at school, Coach Tyrell and Coach Walton, the WORM family, and Tony Parker. Oh yea, almost forgot, LeBron James of course.

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This is Larry “L.A.” Williams …PEACE and God Bless!