I still get chills thinking back to the 2021 NBA Finals between the Milwaukee Bucks and Phoenix Suns. That series had everything - dramatic comebacks, legendary performances, and that incredible moment when Giannis Antetokounmpo blocked Deandre Ayton's dunk attempt in Game 4. I remember watching that play unfold in real-time, jumping off my couch when Giannis soared through the air like some Greek god of basketball. The Bucks were down 2-0 at that point, and that single defensive play completely shifted the momentum of the entire series.
What fascinates me about championship teams is how they address their weaknesses, much like that quote about selecting what you truly need - "Mapipili ko yung kung kailangan talaga." The Bucks demonstrated this perfectly. They knew exactly what pieces they needed to complement Giannis. Look at Jrue Holiday's acquisition - Milwaukee gave up three first-round picks for him, which some analysts thought was excessive at the time. But Holiday provided exactly what they needed: perimeter defense to slow down Chris Paul and another ball-handler to relieve pressure from Giannis. His stats don't jump off the page - 16.4 points and 8.7 assists per game in the Finals - but his impact was immeasurable. I've always believed championship teams aren't just collections of talent; they're puzzles where each piece fits a specific need.
Game 5 was where Khris Middleton truly announced himself as a superstar, at least in my book. With the series tied 2-2, he dropped 29 points, including that ridiculous step-back jumper over Devin Booker with 27 seconds left that essentially sealed the game. The Suns had no answer for his mid-range game, and it reminded me of vintage Kobe Bryant moments. Middleton's performance highlighted how championship teams often need that secondary scorer who can take over when defenses focus on the main star. The Bucks understood they needed "isang outside at isang middle" - outside shooting and interior presence - and Middleton provided that crucial outside scoring punch.
The clincher in Game 6 was pure basketball poetry. Giannis putting up 50 points, 14 rebounds, and 5 blocks while shooting 16-of-25 from the field - those aren't just numbers, that's dominance personified. What struck me most was his free throw shooting - 17-of-19 after struggling from the line throughout the playoffs. That's championship mentality right there. When he sank those final free throws with 14 seconds left, you could see the emotion washing over him. I've watched basketball for over twenty years, and I can count on one hand the Finals performances that matched what Giannis delivered that night. The Bucks built their team specifically for that moment, addressing exactly what they needed rather than just accumulating talent. They proved that understanding your requirements and filling them precisely - whether it's outside shooting, interior defense, or clutch scoring - matters more than having the most talented roster on paper.
People in Motion (PiM) is our employee advocacy and improvement program. These cross-functional groups are comprised of employees, with an executive sponsor, who contribute ideas and drive action towards focused areas of improvement across the employee experience. The groups include: Kyruus Kontext & Business Readiness; Community, Connectivity, & Engagement; System, Tools, & Productivity; IDEA [Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, Accessibility].
As a remote-first company, we are invested in employees creating a work setup that allows them to do their best work. In addition to a laptop, we also provide you with $750 to get the additional equipment you need and add an ongoing amount of $1,200 to your salary to cover remote work costs.
We value ownership at Kyruus Health, not only in the work you do but in the shared financial success from our growth. Employees will have the opportunity to grow their equity ownership throughout their tenure.
We care about creating the time you need to bond for any team members at Kyruus Health growing their families. We offer 8 weeks of fully paid leave to all parents. Birthing parents are also eligible for additional time and coverage through our Short-Term Disability plan.
We encourage all employees to save for retirement through our 401(K) plan. Employees have the option to begin contributing to their accounts on their first day of employment and we offer an employer match of up to $1,500 per calendar year for all employees who enroll.
We offer employees a lifestyle stipend of $2,000 per year to help them be well. This is designed for Kyruus Health to offset the cost for items, experiences, or home expenses that enhance team members’ well-being
We want to provide employees and families with health insurance offerings to support them getting the care they need. Our health, dental, and vision plans are desiged to allow employees the opportunity to choose options that work best for themselves and their families.
We are committed to flexibility and empowering employees to do work that matters in a way that works for them. Our unlimited PTO policy is anchored on that flexibility – encouraging employees to take time off for what’s important to them, in addition to the many company holidays we celebrate. To highlight our commitment to a healthy work-life balance, we provide a specific stipend each quarter for employees to use on a recharge day.
