They threw everything including kitchen sink at him. Suicide runs, 4-pt jump shots, resistance band, getting physical with him, no breaks in between, I am about to pass out just by watching this. Hardcore anaerobic workout, look at how much control he had even he was breathing hard. Money shots no matter what, sooo impressive!
Whenever people ask why NBA players make so much money, show them this video. It shows the level of dedication and athleticism required to become a professional athlete.
I don't think i've ever seen a pre-draft work out this intense. Dame never complained or bent over to tug his shorts, just kept breathing and working thru it. This should be required viewing for High Schoolers..
The reason why he's improving so quickly is not just because of how rough the workout is, but it's because he's pushing himself 100% even in practice. Practicing like its a game.
@@joemoney9978 and how would you know? You've never seen my pace...I don't half ass my basketball drills like how I used to...my college coach made me realize that. Yes I think I can get through it "at that pace."
@@PyroInferno110 it’s also cut. This seemed like a long ass time but it was only 14 mins. Who knows how long that been working out for. Prolly around an hour.
This came out my 6th grade year and now I continue to watch this video for motivation and inspiration whenever I’m in a slump or need a extra push. Hard work beats talent every rip !!!
Man seeing his rise from pre-draft to where he is now has been incredible. It's hard to believe I was watching this exact video 10 years ago sitting in my room with dreams of taking my basketball career to the top. I hope to see Dame win a ring in Portland one day.
Hell of a workout! If he's putting that kind of effort into his workouts consistently, then he'll be destined for greatness, that's inevitable. Good luck Damian!
0:29 that's Delon Wright studying dame when he was playin for city college in SF. His big bro Dorell was still playing for the warriors and led the league in 3s made in 2011. Fast forward years later Delon became a champion like his older brother and Dame is running the league at the point guard position.
This is exactly why he was rookie of the year. The crazy part was that he knew he was going to receive it from the beginning because of his work wthic. He said nobody worked as hard as him. Based on this video... I believe it.
This workout is just so inspiring! I watched it the first time about a year ago and kept watching it over and over again. It kinda shows what youre capable of doing with a great work ethic.
i watch this video everytime before i head to my work out.. so pumped and motivated to train and get up to his level, and i know i will some time after.
I am so excited to see this guy play. I mean he's athletic, he's in shape, and he can knock down shots, and most of all he seems like he's consistent and that's something that Portland desperately needs besides LA. He is defiantly gonna be a threat. I love it!!! Good Job picking him at #6 :) Take a good look at our starting PG :)
Good work Dame! I went to one of your home games in pdx and we came into the court early and you were shooting all your famous threes all in a row it was great, I guess this work is what got you to the NBA and a 130 million contract with Adidas!
Actually makes me feel good looking at workouts like this because I used to have a trainer who did this 1 hour workout of this every other day than a strictly dribbling and shooting workout 1 hour sometimes 2 than hit the weights or run pick-up for a while best NBA player workout on youtube..
he just drains shot like no other , love watching play for 4 year in the bigsky conference against the montana griz, he is one amazing player and person best of luck i hope you make it big
He has the best work ethic out this draft class and that will take him far. Watching this video probably just makes you want to get in the gym and work!
Coach Chris Farr is now an assistant for the Denver Nuggets. Did great on court work with Damian before the 2012 draft. Another bay area product doing well in the basketball world!
Damian, I'm the kid who said hi to you after the game at UCI in your final year of play. You told me to work every day. Thanks. I have your autograph and I will watch you play in Los Angeles. Keep working. Sincerley, GMAN123BOSS
My second favorite player ever. Wishing success this year in the playoffs and the MVP award. Greetings from Poland Edit: Just realized this video was uploaded 8 years ago and it popped up on my main lol
20 year old pre-NBA dame was working like this everyday. no wonder he ended two playoff series with buzzer beaters, and joined wilt as the only players to score 60+ three times in one season goated
They threw everything including kitchen sink at him. Suicide runs, 4-pt jump shots, resistance band, getting physical with him, no breaks in between, I am about to pass out just by watching this. Hardcore anaerobic workout, look at how much control he had even he was breathing hard. Money shots no matter what, sooo impressive!
Toviel Avalanche yea, but when u look at it...Hes athletic and healthy so thats why hes able to last this long and it is possible to get used to this
@Tupac Shakur 3pt shots he probably meant
💯💯💯
One of the best workouts I've seen
By Far...
I was thinking the same thing 6 years later... no wonder why his game so polished he know how to workout fr
Yess
Me either
Grind Never Stops
Compare this to any other player pre draft "workout" and you'll see why he is where he's at.
IKR
I haven't watched it yet but what about Jimmy Butler?
Kdub Sosolid not just workouts look at the games too.
Jimmy Butler?
That usually depends on the trainer
Whenever people ask why NBA players make so much money, show them this video. It shows the level of dedication and athleticism required to become a professional athlete.
People who dont understand basketball will not know how hard this actually is
I don't think i've ever seen a pre-draft work out this intense. Dame never complained or bent over to tug his shorts, just kept breathing and working thru it. This should be required viewing for High Schoolers..
Indeed. he didint even stop for one second. true champion
illwill718 this tells me that I need to be healthy and athletic
Bruh you know this is edited right? He def stopped for water and had some breaks lol
The reason why he's improving so quickly is not just because of how rough the workout is, but it's because he's pushing himself 100% even in practice. Practicing like its a game.
I gained stamina just from watching this. Dame is the truth.
*Greetings From The U.K.!*
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Weiner Man lmfao
Now I see why he was NBA Rookie of the Year. Damian Lillard has a very bright future ahead of him. WORK HARD. GET STRONG.
he’s bright now
@@rjswift sure is...
Called it
uhm
I hope you alive, he about to win a ring for Portland this year i can feel it! Just need Victor Wemb to get hurt and we winning the chip 😂
That intensity . Not a lot players in the world can last
You acting like they would die from this shit, I would love a workout like this
Leo_Cerberus you might love it but you not getting through it at his pace
@@joemoney9978 and how would you know? You've never seen my pace...I don't half ass my basketball drills like how I used to...my college coach made me realize that. Yes I think I can get through it "at that pace."
@@PyroInferno110 it’s also cut. This seemed like a long ass time but it was only 14 mins. Who knows how long that been working out for. Prolly around an hour.
This came out my 6th grade year and now I continue to watch this video for motivation and inspiration whenever I’m in a slump or need a extra push. Hard work beats talent every rip !!!
He works hard AND has elite talent tho
@@brandonbrown7019 how did get get that ELITE talent tho? hard work
This is really inspiring. It makes me want to work out 10x harder. No wonder lillard brought dame time to the nba
Had to come see this after that buzzer beater on okc
Yeah, if you notice he uses the same side-step dribble in this very video. I hope to God this man wins a championship.
Ik it was crazy
Chad Ford said this was the most intense pre draft workout he has seen seen he has been covering the draft for ESPN
Im exhausted just watching him! I love his work ethic!
Best workout video on TH-cam IMO
Exactly This is a more accurate of the intensity of pro athletes and how skilled they really are
Facts
hard work beats talent
When talent doesn't work hard
Hard work beats talent period
Incorrect, hard work beats talent but when talent works hard it's game ~ Phil Heath
Hard work beats hard working talent when hard workers have a will stronger than those that are talented
he is talented
wow... had I seen this 2 years ago I still didn't know he would be as good as he is today. Amazing how consistent he is.
we aint done we aint done !! windmills* bring it in bring it in.. lmaoo
look how the trainer pumped his arm up, he felt that one
Walter Clements he felt them millions hit that account when he did that 😂😂😂
Hi person from 6 years ago
@@lilas41 Wassup dude
that foot thing they do in the beginning had me mesmerized lol
Lillard is a beast!!!! I've never seen a workout this intense. He has a drive that most people don't have. 👍👌
💯💯💯💯
This vid is the epitome of hard work
I actually applauded at the end of that. Now that's why it's always Dame time in the NBA!
His mid range game is pure
@Tj Got Sauce now his 3pt is pure
Man seeing his rise from pre-draft to where he is now has been incredible. It's hard to believe I was watching this exact video 10 years ago sitting in my room with dreams of taking my basketball career to the top. I hope to see Dame win a ring in Portland one day.
Dame is the most hard working player I know to me he’s the goat
Hell of a workout!
If he's putting that kind of effort into his workouts consistently, then he'll be destined for greatness, that's inevitable.
Good luck Damian!
Called it. The work doesn’t lie
this take aged just fine :)
its impressive how he can still make shots after that workout (at the end of the workout)
0:29 that's Delon Wright studying dame when he was playin for city college in SF. His big bro Dorell was still playing for the warriors and led the league in 3s made in 2011. Fast forward years later Delon became a champion like his older brother and Dame is running the league at the point guard position.
This is exactly why he was rookie of the year. The crazy part was that he knew he was going to receive it from the beginning because of his work wthic. He said nobody worked as hard as him. Based on this video... I believe it.
A strong mind at work, this is inspiration
6:18 that interaction was hilarious. It’s like when a cat is just chilling licking its self and you come and start messing with it
What kind of person dislikes a video like this? Respect the hard work of a dedicated professional!
I never seen no basketball player workout this intense.. I been watching this video for 8 years back to back
This workout is just so inspiring! I watched it the first time about a year ago and kept watching it over and over again. It kinda shows what youre capable of doing with a great work ethic.
i would love to see a current workout, he has come a long way ! you go dame, we love ya
That was inspiring .. D.Lillard deserves all his blessings he earned them.. wow !!
this is exactly why i can see him leading his team to a ring some day.
i watch this video everytime before i head to my work out.. so pumped and motivated to train and get up to his level, and i know i will some time after.
The other guy chose the wrong day and partner to workout with
😂
Here in 2021! The hardwork paid off
everytime he made a big shots like today's buzzer beater.......remind me this video! hard work pays off!!
I am so excited to see this guy play. I mean he's athletic, he's in shape, and he can knock down shots, and most of all he seems like he's consistent and that's something that Portland desperately needs besides LA. He is defiantly gonna be a threat. I love it!!! Good Job picking him at #6 :) Take a good look at our starting PG :)
hardwork, this kid is gonna be one of the top PG in years to come.
One of the best workouts I’ve ever seen.
This guy is beyond amazing, truly.
This how you go from good to greatest
Good work Dame! I went to one of your home games in pdx and we came into the court early and you were shooting all your famous threes all in a row it was great, I guess this work is what got you to the NBA and a 130 million contract with Adidas!
7 Years Later The Grind Pays Off.... Dame Dolla Hardest Working Man in the league 🤝. Get this Chip for the O!!
Damien really works out with passion.
Hard work with great passion really pays off.
Had to windwill that for them to end that workout session lol!
Actually makes me feel good looking at workouts like this because I used to have a trainer who did this 1 hour workout of this every other day than a strictly dribbling and shooting workout 1 hour sometimes 2 than hit the weights or run pick-up for a while best NBA player workout on youtube..
Man the energy he possess is unbelievable! Looking forward to him playing.
How do feel these days top 75 all time
he just drains shot like no other , love watching play for 4 year in the bigsky conference against the montana griz, he is one amazing player and person best of luck i hope you make it big
Wow. Put in the work people. Dame Time
Another Oakland baller keep it goin this boy is a beast!
He deserves everything he works for, good shit Lillard!
This man knew he was going to be great. How can you not believe when you work this hard?
I used to love watching these videos
That's what a Hall of Fame guard looks like coming into the draft
Inspires me so much, favourite player. 🙌🏾
This is that real work, very few people can put in this kind of work and have it show on the court, inspiring work
this dude got class.even after all dat work out his jumper is still consistent plus he can still get up the rim.all star in the making
No pay no gain!! He is a beast now
SoonKyu515 Expression is 'No PAIN no gain'
lol yup
He has the best work ethic out this draft class and that will take him far. Watching this video probably just makes you want to get in the gym and work!
Who is here after he dropped 61 on the mavs and had back to back 50+ pts games?
You here after he hit the game winning shot against the bulls
@@wrinkledrat3123 who’s here after his scene in space jam was released
@@nev_4832 yessirrr
Has the potential to be a legend
one of the toughest work outs i have seen. wow. that boy lillard is a machine.
Coach Chris Farr is now an assistant for the Denver Nuggets. Did great on court work with Damian before the 2012 draft. Another bay area product doing well in the basketball world!
Wow! That’s a damn workout and I see why Dame Dolla is on the Top 75 All Time list.
4:36 I love how the trainer jumped as well xD
The trainer is great! The right amount of push and encouragement.
Damian,
I'm the kid who said hi to you after the game at UCI in your final year of play. You told me to work every day. Thanks. I have your autograph and I will watch you play in Los Angeles. Keep working.
Sincerley,
GMAN123BOSS
do u still like dame or are you still alive?
damian lillard is awesome
So much respect..
I get hyped every time I watch this...
This cat is old school. Great work ethic! A coaches dream.....players like him are few and far between. Why is this cat not wearing a USA jersey?!?!
By far my favorite rookie!! He will be a problem in this league! And he works extra hard as you can see will go a long way!
Yea he’s an all time great top 75 ever
Thank you for showing me what it takes to play at that level
nah everyone peep that he became my favorite player today, my inspiration
he's put on a lot of muscle since this video
Most intense workout I've ever watched. I salute you Dam.
His summer workouts must be insane, but I mean, they got to be with the level of talent the league is in.
Love this workout, that resistance band is great. Dame is still stellar to this day.
My second favorite player ever. Wishing success this year in the playoffs and the MVP award.
Greetings from Poland
Edit: Just realized this video was uploaded 8 years ago and it popped up on my main lol
I am just seeing this now...
now this what hard work looks like...which turns into the #6 pick in the NBA draft...nice work ...my dude
LOVED IT
That jumper is so smooth
incredible.
Here exactly 6 years after this was posted
@12:09 "Booty Game, Booty Game, C'mon" hahahahaha
That was crazy good! Every player should watch that video...
this is beautiful
20 year old pre-NBA dame was working like this everyday. no wonder he ended two playoff series with buzzer beaters, and joined wilt as the only players to score 60+ three times in one season
goated
This is HardWork dude putting in. He fighting through on every shot got much respect for this Guy!
He's a very good player with a motivated work ethic really looking forward to him getting some much earned minutes.
I think about this workout everytime I shoot around
He has the best J of any PG who's came out in the last seven years! He has potential to be a stud, best PG in league potential!
he just became one of my fav players.GET STRONG!
Good times 🙌
Damian Lillard - Blazers' franchise point guard, rookie of the year candidate, and future all star!!!