Mahmoud Abdul Rauf was destined to be one of the greatest shooting guards of all time had he not been blackballed by the the NBA due of his personal faith & convictions. He's a pure shooter and fun to watch in & outside the 3 point line. His time with the Nuggets was short and sweet. Such a shame the NBA's heavily involled in politics. Kudos to you sir for having integrity & still sharing your love for the game. 👍
Wow! You're right! I just wrote to that site stating that they need to make that correction; that's not good. So we'll see what happens... Thx for the headsup.
Their response to my email: "The threshold that is used to qualify for career FT% leaderboard is 1200 made free throws. Abdul-Rauf only made 1051, not enough to reach the qualifying threshold." 😒
@@jblegend5272 they sent him to hell (Sacramento) for sitting during the Nat'l Anthem then telling an uncomfortable truth about the song when asked. The league fined him until he stood but the damage was done already. You could see him praying while he stood so there was also a touch of early islamaphobia. Anyway, his performance slowed down, he was never re-signed.
As a child.... My favorite shooter to watch in the NBA! He will always be the greatest shooter to play the game....in my eyes. 95% percent free throw shooter!...unheard of Brother Mahmoud Abdul Rauf.....LEGEND!!!💯💪🏿✊🏿
This gentleman is a pioneer and a basketball savant. Thank you for the wisdom sir. I've watched him go at Michael Jordan and countless others. Hands down one of the purest shooters ever!!!! Thank you for posting this.🙏
The G.O.A.T. in terms of shooting! If you could watch Caesar conquering Europe in real time this is what Rauf looked like when he was dominating the world of basketball. So happy I watched the game in his prime in the 90s. :)
One of the great nba scorers. Could flat out get his shot off with no rush or pressure. When he was hot he was there with the best of them. Great player. Would love to learn more from himb.
I love to see him back! He was a great player for the Denver Nuggets. I am glad I had the chance to see him play against the Houston Rockets when I was in America.
That’s the best shooting advice I’ve ever watched explaining form etc..I’m so happy to see Mahmoud is relaxed, no more uncomfortable turrets, and content. In today’s game with smaller lineups, open offenses with movement, along with fast breaks he would be one of the top scorers in the NBA. Yes, he was Steph Curry before Curry only faster and an even better handle.
Aaron Davis based on this video alone, you can already tell Mahmoud got that work ethic goin for him, but I do agree that some players will just end up more talented, and Curry happens to be more talented than Mahmoud. Only Curry haters/GSW haters/nostalgic fans will say otherwise.
During his time at LSU, I don't remember a single shot that he missed. Yes, I know he missed a few, but I don't remember them. Favorite college player... ever.
One of the best to put in work.... Mahmoud was a BEAST... and did it all with an affliction... although some may say the Tourette’s may have actually helped his game because he couldn’t leave the gym until the ball, the floor, EVERYTHING had to FEEL right before He could leave... He said in an interview that the shot not only had to fall, the NET had to flick the same way after the ball went through or He couldn’t leave the gym... A class act, one of the greats... got railroaded out of the league on some Kapernick type garbage... but that’s another story... He would very likely lead the league in free throw percentage and scoring if He were still playing today....
I watched almost all of his LSU games and he was the best shooter and scorer ever. He was Action Jackson! In the NBA the Denver Nuggets offense stifled his game. They ran strict plays that didn’t all Mahmoud the opportunity to drive and shoot more freely. They wasted his strength.
I remember a game at LSU when he went off for 40. Unheard of in college at that time. I was in awe. His name was Chris. That was before his enlightment...
HE is so brillant and he said it all. Listen to this fantastic person and amazing shooter. he has still the perfect shot. Thanks a lot and all the best to you MAR!
That was a great breakdown about what you need to know about how to shoot a basketball accurately. Good tip about how to grip the ball with your shooting hand, and where to place your off hand. I see many teenage players put their off hand fingers BEHIND the ball as they load up to shoot. This leads to shooting the ball with both hands, and not as accurate as possible. You also noted you have to develop muscle memory by shooting the ball many, many times. This man is a great shooter, and he is telling you how he does it for free. I wish I had TH-cam when I was a teenager just learning basketball. I got most of my instruction from basketball books. Not even close to what you get from TH-cam.
Mahmoud Abdul Rauf is one of the best basketball players to ever play the game. He’s in my top 5 all-time NBA players. He’s definitely THE BEST college player I’ve ever seen play at that level.
I used to hate when he was playing for the Nuggets because he used to always get open and bang a shot. He was so good at getting to his shot. And it was robotic on how accurate he was. I hate he got black balled by them hypocrites. Mississippi native like I am, also. God bless you bro. Thank you for showing us how to truly how to stick to your beliefs.
This dude had the original crossover as Chris Jackson at LSU. It was so Nasty you almost didn’t see him do it and had to go through a replay to see it!!!
Mahmoud Abdul Rauf doesn't just make the shot, he makes it in a way that makes the ball come back to him so he doesn't go chase after it. That's levels.
Yes one the smoothest PLAYER(not just guards) I've ever seen, always under control dribbling the ball, shooting the jump shot(long or short range), repeated technique at foul line, and a bit of nasty if necessary (small but never afraid). Please keep teaching the game, outstanding role model👏👏.
Proud to see people remember Abdul-Rauf for standing tall on his convictions. Gives me hope that, despite the immediate backlash, athletes of this era who take a stand will be looked back on as heroes.
Crazy how now I’m just remeberin I seen h before some people disappeared and stuff I remembered playing with him on 2k as a kid I was like 8 or 9 😳 I where good
One of the greatest shooters to ever have walked this earth. Look up the percentages. Don’t just take my word for it. If Mahmoud is talking about shooting, I’m listening.
I had the fortunateness to meet him at a basketball tournament., He was amazing, his best play, he crossed up this dude at half court and then at half court spinned and took a fade away shot splash, whole area went berserk
The world needs more sportsmen like Rauf, Kapernick and Ali. In years to come, society will view Rauf and Kaep as enlightened, conscientious Americans who paid a great price for the greater good of their country.
My favorite player growing up. Being a 5’10” and light-skinned point guard, in the south, who better to emulate. I was no where close to being as good but he was definitely inspirational.
He played 2 years at LSU, averaged 30 both seasons, and scored 50 or more 5 times. Truly unbelievable.
Gotta respect a guy who learned how to make the ball come back to him because he practiced alone.
Also check out the excellent Pete Maravich videos. Every single shot comes back to him
He has a PhD on bball....you recognize someone who really loves the game when after retirement still playing, teaching and in good shape. Congrats bro
VTJ VTJ The best shooter ever. He lives in my area in metro Atlanta. I saw him make 100 shots , ball didn’t even touch the rim
I played against him in 2012. At the age of 43 he cooked the shit out of me. His shot is so wet it's ridiculous.
cool08player my opinion the best shooter ever. I’ll but curry second. He can’t get his shot off when closely guarded
Yeah it would be interesting to see Mahmoud in today's era or Curry in Mahmoud's era. Would definitely made a great debate
Unlike Charles Barkley and Shaq. Fat motherfuckers
people dont know - what he did was like kaepernick- 30 years ago. he gave up his career for what he believed in. should have been an all star player
facts bro
Truth
He at least spoke on what he believed where Kap has no idea what he is talking about.
TheRebuilt1 how not. Kap spoke out about police brutality towards minorities. His message was very clear and upfront.
M A K O His best years were taken away from him!
Mahmoud Abdul Rauf was destined to be one of the greatest shooting guards of all time had he not been blackballed by the the NBA due of his personal faith & convictions. He's a pure shooter and fun to watch in & outside the 3 point line. His time with the Nuggets was short and sweet. Such a shame the NBA's heavily involled in politics. Kudos to you sir for having integrity & still sharing your love for the game. 👍
Wow! You're right! I just wrote to that site stating that they need to make that correction; that's not good. So we'll see what happens... Thx for the headsup.
Their response to my email: "The threshold that is used to qualify for career FT% leaderboard is 1200 made free throws. Abdul-Rauf only made 1051, not enough to reach the qualifying threshold." 😒
Why did he leave the nba
@@jblegend5272 they sent him to hell (Sacramento) for sitting during the Nat'l Anthem then telling an uncomfortable truth about the song when asked. The league fined him until he stood but the damage was done already. You could see him praying while he stood so there was also a touch of early islamaphobia. Anyway, his performance slowed down, he was never re-signed.
Lol um Abdul Rauf wasn't black balled by the NBA. This numbers declined and he became injury prone so that is why no team wanted him
"If it don't go in all net.... it dont count"
-Abdul-Rauf
Mahmoud a legend
In my book, the greatest shooter of all time!
The best pure shooter of all time. ALL TIME....and the best teacher FOR shooting. Amazing guy.
Lol um how about no.
Larry Bird. Jerry West. Ray Allen. Steph Curry. Drazen Petrovic. these guys are better. facts.
As a child....
My favorite shooter to watch in the NBA! He will always be the greatest shooter to play the game....in my eyes.
95% percent free throw shooter!...unheard of
Brother Mahmoud Abdul Rauf.....LEGEND!!!💯💪🏿✊🏿
Um Mark Price also shot around 95 percent from the Free throw line
One of the best shooter NBA or basketball in general has ever seen.
Peace to Mahmoud Abdul-Rauf. I wish him well in life.
one of the greatest shooters of all time
49 years old and still in shape to compete on the court it’s amazing
Dude was Curry before Curry but more athletic. He would be a Super star today with how the game is played.
You ain't lying Brofessor X
Peter Tyrell thats a fact
Facts... Absolute Truth.
not more athletic, but def a similar style of play
MrMvpron22 do ur homework he participated in the slam dunk competition.
This gentleman is a pioneer and a basketball savant. Thank you for the wisdom sir. I've watched him go at Michael Jordan and countless others. Hands down one of the purest shooters ever!!!! Thank you for posting this.🙏
One of the greatest scorers in his shortened time ...definitely a true role model of work ethic and standing up for his God
My favourite player ever
The G.O.A.T. in terms of shooting! If you could watch Caesar conquering Europe in real time this is what Rauf looked like when he was dominating the world of basketball. So happy I watched the game in his prime in the 90s. :)
One of the great nba scorers. Could flat out get his shot off with no rush or pressure. When he was hot he was there with the best of them. Great player. Would love to learn more from himb.
this man would have been a mega star in todays League
I love to see him back! He was a great player for the Denver Nuggets. I am glad I had the chance to see him play against the Houston Rockets when I was in America.
I miss you, and the NBA misses you, Rauf. Your kind of talent and desire is still needed.
He looks like he came out of war and he's giving us a shooting lesson with full composure.
No, it's because he's sweating profusely and looks exhausted like he was pushing himself really hard.
what a lame comment ?what if he was still christian?I tell you what you 'd be writing a way different comment ...
That’s the best shooting advice I’ve ever watched explaining form etc..I’m so happy to see Mahmoud is relaxed, no more uncomfortable turrets, and content.
In today’s game with smaller lineups, open offenses with movement, along with fast breaks he would be one of the top scorers in the NBA.
Yes, he was Steph Curry before Curry only faster and an even better handle.
Nah Curry got better handles and is bigger.
Aaron Davis based on this video alone, you can already tell Mahmoud got that work ethic goin for him, but I do agree that some players will just end up more talented, and Curry happens to be more talented than Mahmoud. Only Curry haters/GSW haters/nostalgic fans will say otherwise.
Steve Wise stop saying he was like steph curry you idiot, its more like steph curry is like him
Aaron Davis we arent saying he’s better than curry, we’re saying that how curry is looked at in today’s game, that was him in his era
@@jan279 its not all about the handles and how big u are its about how good u play.
I wish he played more time in the NBA
Joel Lopez me too
A real technician. One of the first of his kind. Incredibly insightful
During his time at LSU, I don't remember a single shot that he missed. Yes, I know he missed a few, but I don't remember them. Favorite college player... ever.
One of the best to put in work.... Mahmoud was a BEAST... and did it all with an affliction... although some may say the Tourette’s may have actually helped his game because he couldn’t leave the gym until the ball, the floor, EVERYTHING had to FEEL right before He could leave... He said in an interview that the shot not only had to fall, the NET had to flick the same way after the ball went through or He couldn’t leave the gym... A class act, one of the greats... got railroaded out of the league on some Kapernick type garbage... but that’s another story... He would very likely lead the league in free throw percentage and scoring if He were still playing today....
Your opinion
5:31 when you're so good, you focus on the part of the rim that will bounce the ball back to you when you make it...
jon Q real talk my lil league coach taught me that back in 92 ...i understand now
Watched him at Lsu. He was unbelievable!
Hanna Rovira He was unbelievable even in the NBA.. but they forced him out..
I watched almost all of his LSU games and he was the best shooter and scorer ever. He was Action Jackson!
In the NBA the Denver Nuggets offense stifled his game. They ran strict plays that didn’t all Mahmoud the opportunity to drive and shoot more freely. They wasted his strength.
He still holds a couple college basketball records. Amazing player.
I remember a game at LSU when he went off for 40. Unheard of in college at that time. I was in awe. His name was Chris. That was before his enlightment...
My favorite shooter of all time!! 🔥🔥🔥
man, that's beautiful form!!
every word is so true. Thank you for sharing this. Great to see you still shooting so brillant!
This is great fundamental information on the the “why” in shooting. Keep them coming.
I am a fan of his game even better how he stood on his principles!
I respect and love this brother! A true example of a Black Man!
best instructional shooting video I have seen. thank you.
So much respect for this man!!!!!!!!
Alhamdulillah. I am happy for this brother. Walking perseverance.
ONE OF THE MOST UNDERRATED AND DEFINITELY ONE OF THE GREATEST EVER.
One of my favorite guards of all time. Lethal handles and exquisite court vision.
🙏🏾Thanks for your tips and advice. Blessings Legend. 🙏🏾
love it. 100% know you're in the right rhythm when you're shooting by yourself and it's rolling right back. perfect feels
HE is so brillant and he said it all. Listen to this fantastic person and amazing shooter. he has still the perfect shot. Thanks a lot and all the best to you MAR!
what a legend , thanks for that some great info there
Bro, been digging you since your LSU days...You've always had one of the most consistent forms of any jump shooter ever.... awesome!
Ma sha Allah,he is so inspirational....wish he could be my personal coach
He got a classic shooting style.
Seems like a really good dude. I appreciate him and this video.
I love this brother.
That was a great breakdown about what you need to know about how to shoot a basketball accurately. Good tip about how to grip the ball with your shooting hand, and where to place your off hand. I see many teenage players put their off hand fingers BEHIND the ball as they load up to shoot. This leads to shooting the ball with both hands, and not as accurate as possible. You also noted you have to develop muscle memory by shooting the ball many, many times. This man is a great shooter, and he is telling you how he does it for free. I wish I had TH-cam when I was a teenager just learning basketball. I got most of my instruction from basketball books. Not even close to what you get from TH-cam.
*I'm sending this video to Lonzo Ball*
pimpinnevaslipin shhh..needa send it to ALL THE balls
HAHAHA
U might be talkin all this crap bout lonzo but could he bet u in a 1v1?🙊
😂😂😂
@@eligocrazy2581 bet u?
Great video my brotha!✊🏾
Thanks Mah you´re a MASTER ,those fundamentals were excellents for everyone and for my children who like to play basketball
A great pearson and a legend
You’re a genius amongs your...pears.😂
This was excellent. This is my top 3 favorite point guards of ALL TIMES!!
Phenomenal shooter watch a lot his games.
Mahmoud Abdul Rauf is one of the best basketball players to ever play the game. He’s in my top 5 all-time NBA players. He’s definitely THE BEST college player I’ve ever seen play at that level.
beatiful atrist the shot, dedication, passión, comitmit
The doctor of shooting! Love it!
I have so much respect for Mahmoud.
I used to hate when he was playing for the Nuggets because he used to always get open and bang a shot. He was so good at getting to his shot. And it was robotic on how accurate he was. I hate he got black balled by them hypocrites. Mississippi native like I am, also. God bless you bro. Thank you for showing us how to truly how to stick to your beliefs.
This dude had the original crossover as Chris Jackson at LSU. It was so Nasty you almost didn’t see him do it and had to go through a replay to see it!!!
Mahmoud Abdul Rauf doesn't just make the shot, he makes it in a way that makes the ball come back to him so he doesn't go chase after it. That's levels.
Legend.
My favorite player growing up him rod Strickland and Kenny Anderson
Definitely a legend, yall kids better do homework on this man
Confidence is everything and always think you gonna make the next one regardless of how many you've missed in a row.
Who needs the nba when you have Mahmood Abdul Rauf!
Great shooting technique 🏀👌
Great Video. Great Video!
Legend he is!
Mahmoud will still bust dat arse...I seen it 1st hand in Ice Cubes 3on3 league.
My favorite player when I was a kid. Great shooter
Yes one the smoothest PLAYER(not just guards) I've ever seen, always under control dribbling the ball, shooting the jump shot(long or short range), repeated technique at foul line, and a bit of nasty if necessary (small but never afraid). Please keep teaching the game, outstanding role model👏👏.
People from Mississippi ain't scared of too much anything.
Great video. Would help tremendously to have some wider shots when showing Raul's amazing form... Fantastic!
This TH-cam algorithm is working today. One of my favourite players from the 90's. Gave Jordan and the Bulls hell up in Denver.
This is priceless!
Great lesson, great character.
Proud to see people remember Abdul-Rauf for standing tall on his convictions. Gives me hope that, despite the immediate backlash, athletes of this era who take a stand will be looked back on as heroes.
Crazy how now I’m just remeberin I seen h before some people disappeared and stuff I remembered playing with him on 2k as a kid I was like 8 or 9 😳 I where good
One of the greatest shooters to ever have walked this earth. Look up the percentages. Don’t just take my word for it. If Mahmoud is talking about shooting, I’m listening.
I had the fortunateness to meet him at a basketball tournament., He was amazing, his best play, he crossed up this dude at half court and then at half court spinned and took a fade away shot splash, whole area went berserk
The world needs more sportsmen like Rauf, Kapernick and Ali. In years to come, society will view Rauf and Kaep as enlightened, conscientious Americans who paid a great price for the greater good of their country.
Legend
More vids please
Thats the man right there
Still love Mahmoud in Sac.
nothing but respect for this man
My favorite player growing up. Being a 5’10” and light-skinned point guard, in the south, who better to emulate.
I was no where close to being as good but he was definitely inspirational.
Man, his ability to EXPLAIN technique is next level.
He was my hero when he played at LSU.
He looks like he could still play in today's NBA. Great video.
Perfect!
A legend
That was elite level game right there
GOAT. Born 25 years too soon.
Goat status achieved!
He also had decent hops going at it in the dunk contest.