Dinners With DeMar - Ep. 3: Damian Lillard
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 10 ก.พ. 2025
- In the 3rd episode of his new series Dinners With Demar, NBA star DeMar DeRozan sits down for an open conversation on mental health with friend and NBA superstar Damian Lillard.
Breaking bread. Breaking the stigma. Mental health matters.
"To say this series is groundbreaking would be an understatement." - USA Today
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Appreciate you having me on!
Nobody asked you
He's a better player than you
Dame time
dame timee
@kingvonfrom63rd000 i agree
Deebo so real for this series
Dame and DeMar both come from rough parts in Cali, both got that ice cold clutch gene in their veins but they just good dudes, humble and hardworking striving to be and do better that’s what it’s all about. Dame and DeMar have done so much for the game! Us fans appreciate y’all’s greatness!
Exactly!
Is that why he went scoreless in the first quarter of a must win game today ?? Ice cold as in SUCKS
playing through a broken heart is a different kind of pain
mf said the MJ heartbreak game 😂😂😂😂
"The only king who is happy is the king of his own consciousness. He sits in the castle of silence and shuts out all storms of worries, and nothing can challenge the quietness of his soul."
Just saw Dame came to watch the Bulls vs Blazers
Dame articulates his experiences well. Real solid dude a leader
You can tell he took his growth as a person serious because of how conscious/self aware he is. Definitely a quality great leader needs
My daughter is yours and the bulls biggest fan, she’s 12 and is obsessed with basketball.Her birthday is this Friday and is having a full blown bulls theme birthday party. We’ve been watching this series together and her seeing that her favorite basketball player struggles with some of the same things she does gives her hope that everything will be ok. You are inspiring more people than you know. Thank you so much for this series ❤
Happy birthday 🎂🎈💯📌💪🏽 🎉 to your daughter brother &
#ChicagoLuv bulls Nation as well salute fr
Compton and Oakland representing
California love
WATTS
Dame and demar are literally like alternate versions of each other they just grew up in two different parts of cali. But the way they carry themselves the way they speak how they play where they come from they are very similar both very unique in their own respect. But I can see how they would become good friends and that’s the beauty of the league.
Dame and Demar are my 2 fav players in the league so this hour watch is an abolute blessing for me
DeMar I see it DeMore I like it. Awesome podcast
Two of the realest to ever do it 💯💯
Demar you are a legend
Demar you’re awesome for talking about this. It’s bigger than just being a baller.
It's amazing to have these two upright men continue to be true beacons for the next generation. No dim light here
Not gonna lie.. I was in a dark place & had some dark thoughts and intentions before I watched this.
I appreciate two of my favorite players since Bean retired, sitting down and having this conversation. It honestly meant a lot to me.
Hope you're okay my guy !
Two people that I respect so much right here. 🏁👑🏁
@Casteeyo... Long Live King Nip fa sho sho
“They haven’t healed themselves as people.” Dame I ❤ you.
You the 🐐 Demar
Keep going DeMar! Depression is not a taboo anymore.
This is needed
no it’s not millionaires whining, try working a regular job, and living a civilians life that’s stressful. Living the dream and not being grateful is no bueno, count your blessings.
@@ballin4real7 half a million people in the US are homeless. They'd probably call "a civilians life" living the dream. You say it's stressful.
There are problems at every level of life. Understanding each other, and understanding that mental health isn't just based on someone's financial situation, is important.
More important than even that, kids look up to these players so normalizing caring about mental health is an altogether positive thing.
Shout out Deebo and Dame for this.
@ballin4real7 you sound stupid. So imagine if you had people talk about the performance of your job on national tv your 9-5 no matter if you dealing with personal issues or not and you had to be damn near perfect or your next raise was in jeopardy. Just because these folks are living the “dream” doesn’t mean they not people the luxury for us is that we can live our lives however we please while there’s is under a microscope at all times.
Growing up in a New England, being a patriots and Celtics fan, I’ve had many sports idols to look up to. However, my favorite athlete of all time happens to be a long time blazer and now a Milwaukee buck. Damian lillard is the most inspirational athlete of my lifetime, and I really appreciate him doing something like this. Thank you Dame!
Two great men.
Demar I am addicted to these man they are just what we need to hear man it’s a shame Kobe ain’t here because I know for sure he’d have been the 1st guest ❤️🙏🏾
I remember reading a story about Dame inviting a friend of his at Weber to live with him when he was struggling and staying close w him. Also read about some off the court things he dealt with during Covid where he had to be a strong leader for his family/friends. much respect to Demar and Dame for keeping it real and putting this convo out to the public
What's that he had to deal with
Hello Demar. Your ball game bring me so much joy.
My partner who is deaf and autistic. I recently brought him into watching the bulls. Omg the emotions he have when you get the ball. 😂😂😂❤❤❤ he is Big kid.
He don’t understand the game. So he hates it when you foul someone and slow down the game for free throws.
Omg I fear going to a game and him seeing you. Start reacting to you like a villain wrestler. But he is hyper into all the recent games. Rather your feel like a hero/villain. your bringing life into our home. Thank you.
This is my todays.
For My past, I Had a father who drink and beat me a lot. So I understand the weight of the world while struggling mentally.
This is fantastic conversation from very honorable men. This type of discussion is so much more interesting to me than other content out there.
Putting the kids to bed so I can really zone in on this convo.
Thank you!
I appreciate you brothers speaking from the heart. Respect.
The N0.1 NBA Lyricist@Damian Lillard🙌🏼💫
This is the best show on TH-cam hands down and I just found it , appreciate you deebo
I thank God for the vulnerability & honesty of both of you goats. It really encourages for the better.
Thank you for this DeMar and Dame. It hits the heart hard
Dame thank you for the gems
Love this series so much Demar. Me and my gf who’s studying in a psychology program watch it together whenever a new episode drops.
Two of the classiest guys in the league and super fun to watch you guys play too. As a child of immigrant parents, a lot of your experiences resonated. Great episode!
Very similar dispositions these brothers, always nice to see how life brings people together who compliment each other so well, appreciate these men as farthers
All heroes don't wear capes, these two brothas are shedding light on something that isn't talked about enough in the urban community. Mental health is so important and many people don't even know that they are suffering or how to get help. The thing to remember about mental health is that you can't see when your hurting, in comparison to something physical like a bruise or a bump so it's harder to understand when your hurt or sick. However platforms like this that breakdown how things can effect us mentally and shed light on way's to deal with it is such a big help to others dealing with issues. I have subscribed and really enjoyed watching these two superstars go over such an important topic. Legendary!
Demar we love u in Chicago you are doing a great job with all the young guys and keep preaching your mental health it's healthy to talk about
The realest nba players.
Even though I have had a very different life it’s been very difficult and painful at times. Also full of blessings.
I have had great therapists … one in particular and other spiritual teachers to point me in directions to help me find my own inner peace and so very grateful for that.
It’s always a work in progress even at 73 :)
We
Grew up in the East Bay in the 50s / 60s.
My Husband and I now live in Lake County.
We became Kings fans around 2016… perfect timing.
So excited for this season. So excited you are a Kings player now. I Love the Kings Fox-Sabonis-Monk-Murray-Ellis-Lyles. Go Kings - Light it Up!
Just started reading your book and been listening to many interviews. What a wide variety of energies.
And your own podcast is wonderful.
Just wanted to express my deep appreciation and blessings to you always. ❤and 🙏
Demar inspiring all ages
DeMar and Dame both said it all. Respect.
Debo stay in Chicago next year..you already a bull for life..we don't let people go here❤..
Legends do game and of life ❤
This is amazing if you really hear the message
two cali legends 👏
❤ I love the transparency of this conversation! Life doesn’t discriminate or know social/economic status. It happens to us all! Keep speaking on it, pouring into one another and taking care of yourselves in all aspects (mentally, emotionally, physically)! You owe it to yourselves! As cliche as it is, “you can’t pour from an empty cup” do things to fill your cup and everybody benefits from it!
👏🏼
This is a whole different perspective from the any other podcasts.. DeMar got something special here 👀
Enjoyed everything about Dame being open with DeMar. It’s great to watch real friends support each other’s journey. Love to see it. 🙏🏽❤️❤️
quality editing, enhanced the whole experience and connected the whole aesthetic big ups to the editor producer all yall W
Hey Demar. Love you bro! Been riding for about 10+ years now and imma keep riding for you. I ditched Toronto when they traded you despite being from there, rooted for the spurs, and then the bulls. I’ll keep riding no matter where you go. Keep your head up king ❤️
You’ll always be the greatest raptors to ever exist, and one of the greatest scorers of all time
Demar lots of love from Greece, we watch you guys against the Bucks every time you play, keep it up legend 🔥♥️
DeMar DeRozan!
The Game winners of the century.
This is good for athletes everywhere. Well for people from all walks of life.
I relate so much to you DeMar. My mother went into surgery and that was the first time we showed affection towards one another in so long. It felt good like you said.
I wish these two were team mates they can be like best friends
Demar should go to Milwaukee
This was a very impactful convo between these two, respect! Two of my favorite players since they have been in the league. I'm a Portland fan since the Kersey and Buck Williams days and I enjoyed all the moments Dame gave to RIP City and never waivered in cheering for the best for him as he gave it his all and he's a true professional. Much success for you in Milwaukee bro! DeMar keep doing what your doing it is a big thing!
2 of my favorite players in the league today!! 💪🏽💪🏽
Man, what he said about having everyone’s presence around him I know just what he means! That hit home!!!
The series and podcast we needed
This is the best thing I’ve seen in a very long time.
Much needed in the world. Sending good vibes & more good conversations from Belgium! 💪🏻
This is so dope that you are doing this DeMar ❤
Great discussion ❤❤❤❤great series
The raptors need to build demar a statue. Demar was everything for the raptors for 10 straight yrs. ❤
Excellence isn't personified by a mans ability to be immune, it's done by proving you're not and still can be who you're born to be.
Dame my fav player of all time
From a random person in Chicago thank you Demar & the many real ones you bring on just to spit knowledge hopefully they can help many more
My brother on this thang with another real one. Appreciate this one yall 🙌🙏🙌.
Intro to the interview is 🔥
Love this damar and dame, love for both yall
Demar really impacted not just the basketball world but a part of society. I’ll never forget when he opened up but his mental health and how it rolled over to more athletes and people in general coming to the realization that they feel the same. It honestly feels like since that point, men have started prioritizing their mental health more than ever before. Your strength on opening up on this was for a reason. We appreciate Demar 💯
Demar DeGoat
Love this podcast
This is the one that made me realize I can’t hold my depression in anymore. I wish I had somebody to talk to that can relate to mental health. Nobody seems to understand me or take what I say seriously.
Brotherhood
Great platform even better content! Hope you keep this going fr cause it will definitely allow others to relate and also be able to speak on these things that cloud they mental. Salute to having Dame on there too! Keep this going 🔥🔥💪🏾
Wishin you nothing but the best with the Sacramento Kings DeMar with all the years you spent in the league and still at the elite upper echelon level you playing at. You deserved the MAX but glad you still got paid. Glad you back home in Cali, They Not Like Us.
Two of the realest , I qlicked instantly when I seen this, good interview fellas
This was dope! It just shows that we all are humans. It doesn't matter how much money you have. We all have ups and downs, and it felt good hearing this and seeing this from two role models.
Bro you really been one of my favorite players since you came in this shit man 😭 you deserve your flowers man , you’ve been so consistent your whole career bro , I wanna see you win so bad on the Kings , and I’m a Celtics fan ! Turn up bro ! 😤🔥
I'm glad real athletes are getting involved in podcasting to uplift and educate each other and, in return, educate also the fans !!
My 2 favorites players of all time are friends
Lot of clutch buckets in this video
🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾 to anyone going through anything. Life sometimes gets tough and you have to find a way to push through. Find someone to talk to, don't be afraid. Whatever it is let it out. Blessings to these two brothers 🙏🏾 💪🏾
Good to see great conversation between two brothers. We need to talk about more mental health issues in our community
Yoo Demar, get Drose on this shit💯💯💯
Obviously I am not an NBA player but I can say that this video has giving me the confidence to go talk to someone about my mental health struggles. I never really have anyone to talk to and truly never thought about going to go to someone professionally. We as fans need to start realizing that these NBA players are just as HUMAN as we are, they're just millionaires that's literally the only difference. Thank you DeMar and Damian for this great video seriously these type of videos from guys like you mean a lot.
Appreciate yall being so open and real 💯 nothing but respect
Dinners really are the place to let it all out with the people we trust. In my books this is the most real and powerful YT series currently. I love you DeMar! As a fan from TO from the bottom of my heart.
This was relatable in a way, which isn't surprising but refreshing.
Dr. Of psychology and long term bucks fan here. (Like sickly obsessed with the bucks). I’ve been cyber bullying dame all season and I’m sorry.
I absolutely love to see this platform. Ive worked with a lot of individuals impacted by suicide or suicidal ideology-many of whom are athletes. Many hid their mental illness due to fear of how others would perceive them.
When you open up the conversation, you give other people a way out-a catalyst for change/for addressing their health.
So thanks for doing this. I’ll share some of these with some of my clients
You're a Doctor of Psychology that works with athletes and you've been cyber bullying Dame? Wtf
Great Show, Super Important Subject, Your Audience Thanks you Very Much 💚🌎
Appreciate this DeMar
Enjoyed this episode ❤
2 of my faves talented humble professional big hearted guys. Love that Demar made this series its so important to let people know they aren't alone.
i actually got some free tickets to the Bulls v Trailblazers game last night! 100 level seats on top of that! Besides the great team performance you guys put on was the two special needs kids that were sitting next to me. Watching them being in awe of your skills on the floor and them getting this giant smile on their face was just beautiful! Never gave a more enthusiastic high five and fist pumps like I did with these kids. Just wanted to let you know that your talents can be happiness transistors! Om Yo brother!
Y’all are doing amazing work
I'm there now... and this episode hit different fr cause ish be ruff sumtimes... appreciate this big fan here bro always love ur middy game.. legend ish they'll get it one day
Great conversation my brothers