 Michael, distrustful of older men due to his history of being abused by his stepfather, rebuffs Wise's first offer of coaching.Later on, Wise is shot in the leg while trying to convince Michael to leave the corner life.While in hospital, Wise is instrumental in getting Namond Brice off the streets by arranging Howard Colvin to have a "sitdown" with Namond's father, Wee-Bey.