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  • Shaq and Kareem sit down for the first time to resolve their differences.
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  • @Speckled_Clout
    @Speckled_Clout ปีที่แล้ว +1647

    They need to do as many of these interviews as possible while the greats are still with us

    • @MrE_
      @MrE_ ปีที่แล้ว +73

      Lebron and Steph one would be dope when they retire

    • @Davivd2
      @Davivd2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Truth.

    • @samwilson4597
      @samwilson4597 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@MrE_ they still have more series between them to be had

    • @TheUltimateRage
      @TheUltimateRage ปีที่แล้ว +35

      They need to get MJ and IT, MJ and Charles, MJ and Scottie, and MJ & MJ

    • @TheUltimateRage
      @TheUltimateRage ปีที่แล้ว +21

      OH, how tf could I forget MJ & LeBron?

  • @Roc_Official
    @Roc_Official ปีที่แล้ว +1396

    These sit downs are beyond amazing. Legendary. We need more like this.

    • @lagniappe3926
      @lagniappe3926 ปีที่แล้ว +38

      Jordan Poole and Draymond Green . sit down is gonna be lit.

    • @jaylenclement
      @jaylenclement ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Facts

    • @jameswatts7550
      @jameswatts7550 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      It’s great bro giving roses 🥀 while our legends r with us and not after they are gone I love it

    • @rashawmcclure6793
      @rashawmcclure6793 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Shaq be lying

    • @tolicelawrence461
      @tolicelawrence461 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes ! Definitely 👍 😊

  • @shoewrapper1692
    @shoewrapper1692 ปีที่แล้ว +653

    “You made it. You absolutely made it.” Those words gotta mean the world for Shaq

    • @KARAOTI23
      @KARAOTI23 ปีที่แล้ว +21

      Yes, to him it's like getting praise from his dad

    • @OEazy45
      @OEazy45 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Gave me chills

    • @usmi92
      @usmi92 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      That was an amazing moment and you can see it on Shaqs face. That was what he's been waiting for all those years.

    • @SuperRobertoClemente
      @SuperRobertoClemente ปีที่แล้ว +2

      The intergenerational part is beautiful. Kobe was REALLY into this and was trying to bring it more to the forefront before he died.

    • @KOHPedro
      @KOHPedro ปีที่แล้ว +2

      3:50 we can even hear/see a quiet "I appreciate that" from Shaq. Tremendous respect

  • @connormccormick8457
    @connormccormick8457 ปีที่แล้ว +698

    “Mr. Chamberlin” “Mr. Russell” “Mr. Jabbar” Shaq’s respect for the ones that came before him is unmatched.

    • @deandreburns8481
      @deandreburns8481 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +11

      Thanks Sarge for that!

    • @armanvranka7520
      @armanvranka7520 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      7:39 and 7:40 says wilt like 2 times stop lying for likes

    • @connormccormick8457
      @connormccormick8457 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +26

      @@armanvranka7520 get a life bro, I didn’t say he said it every time. He clearly refers to them as “Mr.” multiple times throughout the interview, it was an observation of his manners. Nothing else

    • @purpleirklegrovestreet
      @purpleirklegrovestreet 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +9

      Having a military dad will do that to you😂

    • @connormccormick8457
      @connormccormick8457 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@deandreburns8481 oh yes!!

  • @spencerwilliams8443
    @spencerwilliams8443 ปีที่แล้ว +2867

    The way Kareem shot up out of his chair at the end at 76 years old was honestly insanely impressive. He could definitely beat Kenny to the board.

    • @TheBstakz
      @TheBstakz ปีที่แล้ว +441

      And Kenny’s excuse is gonna be “I gotta let a legend like Kareem win. I can’t embarrass him!”

    • @sebkor4407
      @sebkor4407 ปีที่แล้ว +107

      ​@@TheBstakzthat's spot on 😂😂

    • @PastorFunK
      @PastorFunK ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Facts!!!!

    • @s.Kim34
      @s.Kim34 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      😂😂😂

    • @rmob8725
      @rmob8725 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Straight up

  • @jshorts3451
    @jshorts3451 ปีที่แล้ว +923

    this is incredible. Almost to the point that the public doesn't deserve to hear this conversation. A privilege to watch this.

    • @deepakknaikable
      @deepakknaikable ปีที่แล้ว +13

      That's a fantastic point actually. But I'm glad they did.

    • @reth4761
      @reth4761 ปีที่แล้ว +27

      The d riding is crazy 🤣🤣

    • @eeeeknine
      @eeeeknine ปีที่แล้ว

      Get a life

    • @17thNO
      @17thNO ปีที่แล้ว +25

      ​@JAC To a lot of people these days respect is "d riding"

    • @otakonlover10
      @otakonlover10 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      ​@@17thNOthat it's the younger kids

  • @markettogo
    @markettogo ปีที่แล้ว +453

    "It's okay to chase history, and maybe you'll become a part of history." What a great quote by Shaq.

    • @CCEkeke
      @CCEkeke 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +9

      That's why he's the Big Aristotle.

  • @TreyParker318
    @TreyParker318 ปีที่แล้ว +145

    Love how Shaq sat down with Kobe and now Kareem. Legends reminiscing and clearing the air.

  • @SamUHells
    @SamUHells ปีที่แล้ว +551

    Need a Shaq and Dwight conversation after all these years

    • @KentuckyWaterfall13
      @KentuckyWaterfall13 ปีที่แล้ว +48

      Featuring Andrew Bynum

    • @exxie1
      @exxie1 ปีที่แล้ว +47

      Nope... Dwight never filled Shaq's shoes. Dwight only became a champion because of LeBron. He's a good big guy, 3 time DPOY, sure. But he never won it like Shaq did, where he has Kobe and Wade. That's why Kareem respects Shaq for what he is. But him and Shaq are just having a goat talk. Watching this over and over.

    • @mikegoesnike
      @mikegoesnike ปีที่แล้ว +16

      @@KentuckyWaterfall13 featuring javale mcgee

    • @ligmaballs5018
      @ligmaballs5018 ปีที่แล้ว +34

      @@exxie1 he never had a kobe, give a young Dwight a Kobe or a wade he’s going 3 peat lol

    • @rangerheir5821
      @rangerheir5821 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      ​@Exxie mmmmm mmm mmmmm mommas cooking is calling! Kwame brown called he said he clamped the Shaq from 2004-2008

  • @joshua.snyder
    @joshua.snyder ปีที่แล้ว +370

    From high school to retirement and beyond NO ONE has Kareem Abdul-Jabbar's resume. The greatest!

    • @KingDizzleLTDinc.
      @KingDizzleLTDinc. ปีที่แล้ว +4

      LeBron want to have a conversation w/ you

    • @jeremiahharrington5974
      @jeremiahharrington5974 ปีที่แล้ว +31

      @@KingDizzleLTDinc. his resume from high school to the nba is nothing compared to kareems

    • @irenejenna5725
      @irenejenna5725 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Actually LeBron has surpassed them both

    • @hanj31
      @hanj31 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      greatest basketball player ever from start to finish

    • @ygg9437
      @ygg9437 ปีที่แล้ว +20

      @@irenejenna5725 how could LeBron surpass Kareem if
      You read what this man saying lol. He didn’t even go to college Kareem the best college player of all time

  • @J16795
    @J16795 ปีที่แล้ว +47

    Shaq: "I'm not a sensitive guy"
    Shaq's the most sentisive guy I've seen, as a player and now analyst 🤣

    • @memonomoto7419
      @memonomoto7419 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      I think Shaq is just sensitive to being teased, he's still a kid that way. But to be able to take a military level of training from his dad, being dominated and embarrassed by Hakeem early in his career, and being criticized by the greats for making the top 50 at a young age, and still living up to his potential? That means he's able to take real criticism and rise above it

    • @fancykatya
      @fancykatya 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Charles has loosened him up over the years, absolutely. However, he can get a little sensitive yes.

    • @Mac2Mon
      @Mac2Mon 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      KD & Draymond are the most sensitive guys… and Bus Riders too 😂

  • @fobinc
    @fobinc ปีที่แล้ว +226

    I'm glad Kareem agrees with me about Bill Russell. He was great on and off the court and elevated people without tearing others down.

    • @Chris-wq3pe
      @Chris-wq3pe 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      unlike Shaq, who has made a career out of tearing others down.

    • @ch.illmatic
      @ch.illmatic 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      ​@@Chris-wq3pefinally people realizing how hypocritical and sensitive Shaq really is lol

    • @123Mathzak
      @123Mathzak 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Kareem does the same thing. He’s just more “diplomatic” about it.

    • @FatTony1337
      @FatTony1337 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@Chris-wq3pe but he always says he's behinde kareem ,bill and wilt !

  • @apg2678
    @apg2678 ปีที่แล้ว +94

    NO WAY THEY DID THIS INTERVIEW THATS LEGENDARY🔥🔥🔥

  • @Bilnation
    @Bilnation ปีที่แล้ว +291

    Kareem is an impressive person. He’s really incredible and inspiring. The measurement he has compares to none.

    • @powerbadpowerbad
      @powerbadpowerbad ปีที่แล้ว +19

      Kareem is the-CAP.All the things he and the black community had to go thru in the 1960s was-CRAZY-and how he and other black athletes banned to gather to support/help their community and blacks in general was awesome.

    • @TSA1D1
      @TSA1D1 ปีที่แล้ว

      They gotta do one with him & Lebron asap

    • @SilentMovements305
      @SilentMovements305 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@TSA1D1 na

    • @SuperRobertoClemente
      @SuperRobertoClemente ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I don't agree with calling the hook a "pretty shot." It was a tactical advantage-- indefensible. And that's why Shaq had his baby hook.

    • @XavierFinance
      @XavierFinance 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      if its just basketballwise jordan lebron and kobe can compare.

  • @akarkasimankh1310
    @akarkasimankh1310 ปีที่แล้ว +60

    How Kareem treated Shaq is why Shaq talks to current players the way he does.
    Many call it hate but He is looking to pass the torch by being vocal instead of standoffish.
    He is being a motivator the best way He knows how.

    • @bossmaynemarco
      @bossmaynemarco 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +10

      Shaq got it from Kareem, Bill and Wilt. Plus his father. Tough love but it's real love. U

    • @swkim110
      @swkim110 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      But thats why shaq loves Giannis

    • @Chris-wq3pe
      @Chris-wq3pe 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      and that's total BS. You can support current players and give advice without tearing them down. Shaq has to learn to do it the right way. Just cause he had a domineering father figure doesn'tr mean he can't rise above that and motivater through encoragement and inspiration, instead of being a hater and being petty. Shaq has to stop picking on players and acting like a baby. Honestly he's the most annoying analyst on TV as he only wants to bring himself up all the time, classic Narcissism.

    • @BallCDO
      @BallCDO 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      @@Chris-wq3pe Shaq don't try and be an hater tho if u really listen

    • @123Mathzak
      @123Mathzak 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@Chris-wq3peIt’s not really the same thing. Theres a difference between tearing someone down to try and humiliate them, versus tearing someone down to see how they respond to adversity. Shaq is 100% the second one, and people need to get better at being emotionally even-keeled when theyre insulted or challenged. Big dude just wants to see the best in people, and goes about it in his own way.

  • @sh00ner
    @sh00ner ปีที่แล้ว +174

    Man, these are the most captivating things to watch. 25 mins gone in what felt like 5. We really need tons more of these while we still have a lot of the legends still with us.

    • @CozyLoungeShorts
      @CozyLoungeShorts 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      One of those “stills” wasn’t needed

    • @HBK970
      @HBK970 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@CozyLoungeShorts Ok.

  • @datsapaddlin
    @datsapaddlin ปีที่แล้ว +211

    Kareem should definitely be in the GOAT conversation more often.

    • @jd___art
      @jd___art ปีที่แล้ว +19

      He is ain’t no should

    • @kleatise52
      @kleatise52 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Great player but magic Johnson became the best player on the show time lakers. Lebron & Jordan are just greater in the playoffs.

    • @TomCruz54321
      @TomCruz54321 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I used to be so active and passionate in the GOAT discussion 10 years ago but now I've just grown tired of it. Today I actively avoid clicking any of the videos and debating in the comment sections. It's literally impossible to compare eras so what's the point? Why do they do it? To drive engagement and rile up the comment sections. I refuse to be a statistic for the algorithm.

    • @grimhunter2223
      @grimhunter2223 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      ​@@kleatise52 Magic never won without Kareem...

    • @bhsieh3537
      @bhsieh3537 ปีที่แล้ว

      Kareem rode the bus for most of his career. His only real win was for the bucks

  • @user-pj9ce5lb9q
    @user-pj9ce5lb9q ปีที่แล้ว +20

    “Got up faster than me” 😂😂😂 come on Shaq

    • @gartrellliddell3806
      @gartrellliddell3806 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Kareem got up out that chair just like he did that time after he kicked Bruce Lee🤣..

  • @profdyang4044
    @profdyang4044 ปีที่แล้ว +148

    You could tell how much it meant to both of them to have this sit down... it's inspiring and healing. Blessings and love to two of the best TO EVER DO IT. This makes me happy. Thank you TNT.

    • @monunyabidness5949
      @monunyabidness5949 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Kareem, Wilt, Bill Russell, Shaq, and Hakeem.

  • @boricketts8367
    @boricketts8367 ปีที่แล้ว +44

    Would love a whole series of Shaq talking with past greats!

  • @kiopaulosanandres4299
    @kiopaulosanandres4299 ปีที่แล้ว +181

    This makes me happy.
    The way Shaq looks at Kareem is just a joy to watch considering he cemented his legacy as one of the greatest players who played the game.

    • @marguritemcdonaldmusic9922
      @marguritemcdonaldmusic9922 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Me to..it was awesome ! ❤🏀

    • @SuperRobertoClemente
      @SuperRobertoClemente ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Shaq is getting less defensive and Kareem is chilling a bit in his old age. So yes, this is great-- to see ego mellow enough for respect and love between greats.

  • @tyleredwards970
    @tyleredwards970 ปีที่แล้ว +31

    The joy on shaqs face “oh you know who two chains is?!” 😂😭

    • @rashaudkelash2888
      @rashaudkelash2888 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Favorite part

    • @tyleredwards970
      @tyleredwards970 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@rashaudkelash2888you know that was the only thing shaq took away from this 😂🐐

  • @JohnT-kg3oi
    @JohnT-kg3oi ปีที่แล้ว +98

    I feel like the NBA big men are the only positional group that have this almost sort of historic fraternity that spans the different generations of players. The true greats really respect those that came before them. An example now that I have noticed is Jokic seems to feel this way about Shaq. Awesome interview, need more like this.

    • @AQUAPHREESH193
      @AQUAPHREESH193 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Good point

    • @nikolavideomaker
      @nikolavideomaker 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      So true. Besides both being strong, they are totally opposite. Yet, Jokic respects Shaq much more than any other player.

    • @philjoneisom8884
      @philjoneisom8884 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      It’s like the Heavyweight division in boxing… Tyson, Ali, Holyfield etc are in a class if their own… then it’s Floyd, Sugar Ray, Herns etc

    • @CozyLoungeShorts
      @CozyLoungeShorts 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      It’s the NBA as a whole if you pay attention. Similar to football or baseball, you watch the people at your position.
      Most guards have high respect for…….. Old guards. Forwards/Wings have the utmost respect for the Grant Hill’s, Robert Horry’s, etc etc.

    • @ILOV3BUTT3R
      @ILOV3BUTT3R 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Idk the power forwards always seem to have a friendship between each other (KG, Chuck, Bozo, etc)

  • @5StarHeneral
    @5StarHeneral ปีที่แล้ว +39

    Shaq is a real one with the sit downs resolving his issues and showing his love to both the late Kobe and the captain and the goat basketball player of all time from high school - college - nba. No one will touch him on his success on all 3 levels.

    • @BallCDO
      @BallCDO 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I always say MJ is the NBA Goat and Kareem is the basketball Goat

  • @MusicManSeanB
    @MusicManSeanB ปีที่แล้ว +136

    Greatness recognizing greatness. I was very fortunate to have watched Kareem in his hay day with the Lakers prior to acquiring a 6'9" point guard out of Michigan State named Magic Johnson, transforming the Lakers into as we know them, Showtime. Fast forward 20 years later, we witnessed Shaq and Kobe team up to form one of the best duos ever. Watching these two great giants just took me back....great interview.

    • @DRJEBP
      @DRJEBP ปีที่แล้ว +1

      so who you voting as the greatest Laker?

    • @MusicManSeanB
      @MusicManSeanB ปีที่แล้ว +11

      @@DRJEBP It's a tough one, but as great as Cap, The Logo, WIlt, Elgin, Mikan, Wilkes, Goodrich, Shaq, Big Game James, Bron, Pau, and Kobe were, I would have to go with Magic. Before him we've never seen, let alone heard of a 6'9" point guard. Usually if you're that tall back then you're either playing in the paint, or as a power forward. Magic revolutionized the position and the game....while along with Larry Bird, helped bring basketball out of the dark ages of taped delayed games that used to be commonplace back then. Also, what Magic did his rookie year in the NBA Finals: Game 6 at Philly, will go down as not just the greatest game ever for a rookie (42 points, 15 rebounds, 7 assists, 3 steals, 1 block, while lining up at center for an injured Kareem, ended up playing all 5 positions on the floor in 47 minutes, winning Finals MVP...still the only rookie ever to have done so), but one of the best ever in Finals lore, period. Also factor in his 3 times a league MVP, 3 times Finals MVP, 5 NBA Titles (Including back to back titles in 86-87 and 87-88) in 9 trips, 2 time All-Star MVP, 12 time NBA All-Star, member of the original Dream Team, all-time NBA 50th and 75th Anniversary team member, and still has the single season franchise steals records (208 in 81-82, as well as highest steals average 3.43 per game in 80-81), shows he was a very underrated defensive player...which he made NBA All-Defensive Teams 9 times.

    • @DRJEBP
      @DRJEBP ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@MusicManSeanB Amen sir!

  • @jacksonarnold27
    @jacksonarnold27 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    We’re so blessed to have Kareem as an ambassador to the game man

  • @daltonetzel2383
    @daltonetzel2383 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I cannot believe I have the honor to watch these 2 absolute LEGENDS talk for almost 30 minutes

  • @mdaddy9474
    @mdaddy9474 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    As an OG Lakers fan, one of the best things about this was Chick Hearn's voice in the highlights. RIP to the best ever. Simulcast!

  • @JadenSmithEyes
    @JadenSmithEyes ปีที่แล้ว +30

    Absolutely the best specials out of the NBA on TNT...
    ...next to the 2011 NBA All-star Draft.
    "Allen Iverson" - Chuck 2011

    • @MistaGrim
      @MistaGrim ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Only TNT OGs know that one lol

    • @andrewholmes3116
      @andrewholmes3116 ปีที่แล้ว

      Arguably worse was Kevin McHale picking second and ALSO not taking MJ

    • @MistaGrim
      @MistaGrim ปีที่แล้ว

      @@andrewholmes3116 Well...McHale is a Celtics homer, so of course he was gonna pick a guy he won 3 titles with.

    • @mongoslade277
      @mongoslade277 ปีที่แล้ว

      Jordan the 3rd pick once again. He really thought it was an all star game performance draft 😂

    • @mongoslade277
      @mongoslade277 ปีที่แล้ว

      ​@@MistaGrimI think McHale drafted a Boston Celtics player in every round

  • @ABxx2011
    @ABxx2011 ปีที่แล้ว +42

    There's something about the great centers, it's like they have a bond that goes beyond basketball, because there are so few people like them on Earth.

    • @Sparkpark228
      @Sparkpark228 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      almost half of the top 10 players of all time are centers. it speaks volumes. And none of the top 10 guys are Point guards aside from Magic. unless we count curry in because he is also a legitimate contender.

    • @ethan4346
      @ethan4346 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Sparkpark228 yup. Less than 10 years ago, people would have put the Big O in there also, but I think curry got that

  • @AkmalMokhtar
    @AkmalMokhtar ปีที่แล้ว +17

    That insyaAllah at the end, from two wonderful human being having a beautiful conversation. Just perfect

  • @arshedfazal
    @arshedfazal ปีที่แล้ว +24

    Man when Kareem and Shaq said Insha'allah at the end!!!! Goosebumps and tears
    One of the most beautiful conversations on basketball and life
    Thank you TNT

  • @WrestlingIsReal649
    @WrestlingIsReal649 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    This was a passing of torch moment 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

  • @Cam101077
    @Cam101077 ปีที่แล้ว +29

    “If I was to speak to a player now, or future player, I would tell them to..
    Respect history
    Respect what has been done
    It’s ok to chase history..
    And maybe you’ll become part of history.”
    -The great Shaquille O’Neal

  • @sirbedevere4944
    @sirbedevere4944 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    “I’m not a sensitive guy” - Shaq 😂

  • @usmi92
    @usmi92 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Kareem acknowldging to Shaq thats hes made it. You can see it on Shaqs face how much that ment to him. So much respect for these legends. They gotta do this more often in other sports and entertainment industries. Its so needed especially now!

  • @andrewfung8591
    @andrewfung8591 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Watching the way Shaq and Chuck use to get on Jokic and Embid and watching this makes me think of passing the torch

  • @theslayer2360
    @theslayer2360 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    The one time Shaq can't bring up his rings😂

  • @scottnewton9046
    @scottnewton9046 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +21

    What a joy to watch this. I remember when Kareem came into the league, as well as when he became a Laker. Listening to Chick Hearn call all those games and all of his shots. What a great time to be alive and be a Lakers fan.

  • @HailKingCeezer
    @HailKingCeezer ปีที่แล้ว +81

    My favorite part is Kareem's tone when he says Hakeem showed you something. Made me laugh, but no worries Shaq, Hakeem showed Kareem a thing or two as well! Wilt respected the DR34M too. Give him multiple HOF/all star teammates and he's the GOAT C universally and not just here in Houston

    • @powerbadpowerbad
      @powerbadpowerbad ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Yeah,Hakeem and Ralph Sampson gave the Lakers &&&& in that playoff series Houston won.

    • @zregory
      @zregory ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Wasn't Kareem like 39yrs old?

    • @mongoslade277
      @mongoslade277 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      ​​@@zregoryYes he was. Kareem was also 38 years old & won Finals MVP vs Boston. That Boston frontline is considered the greatest ever

    • @smokeyjoe795
      @smokeyjoe795 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      ​@@mongoslade277 Kareem also showed Olajawon more than a few lessons. In 1985 or 86 he had games of 43 points on Akeem and then Jabbar dropped 46 points on Olajawon. It's amazing seeing it on youtube. Akeem great defender eventually but he had no clue to even slow Kareem down at age 37. He average like high 30s those to years.
      Ironically the reason Housron beat LA in the playoffs is because their coach Fitch took Akeem off of Jabbar and let Sampson play center.

    • @smokeyjoe795
      @smokeyjoe795 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Kareem scored 50 pts on Wilt in 1972. He scored 46 on Akeem Olajawon in 1986. Another game he put 43 pts on him. He also scored 40 pts on Ewing that same season.
      That is pretty incredible to span eras and still lord over the center position like Jabbar.

  • @miroe2
    @miroe2 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    2 of the game’s greatest centers

    • @patek9789
      @patek9789 ปีที่แล้ว

      if you think these two are the best centers you should just stop watching basketball

    • @FuShengAlex
      @FuShengAlex ปีที่แล้ว

      ​@patek9789
      No you're the one that should stop watching 😂

    • @nanashi7779
      @nanashi7779 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      ​@@patek9789 I'm not entirely sure you know how to read

    • @paoloalcantara2465
      @paoloalcantara2465 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@patek9789 you are patek-tic

  • @williamthomas5215
    @williamthomas5215 ปีที่แล้ว +39

    With Mr. Russell passing away a few years ago, Kareem is now the greatest, longest lived center to be alive today. He has such insight.

    • @nr30199
      @nr30199 ปีที่แล้ว +22

      A few years ago? Its literally been less than a year. Mr. Russell passed away July 31, 2022.🙏🏼

    • @BooBooDaFoo330
      @BooBooDaFoo330 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      I can tell you don’t really follow basketball William.

  • @knw-seeker6836
    @knw-seeker6836 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    My favourite quote Bill Russel:
    „Rather being respected than to be liked“
    The typical workplace school university situation is the complete opposite

  • @tbswerve2497
    @tbswerve2497 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Kareem got up fast! He still got that competitive fire 😂

  • @m_js5709
    @m_js5709 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    "If I have seen further, it is by standing upon the shoulders of giants"
    - Isaac Newton
    I love this conversation

  • @corbencarter-dixon5758
    @corbencarter-dixon5758 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    It’s really grateful to finally see these 2 legends in the game to sit down and have a conversation. Like Shaq’s parents, my parents had me watch old film and docs about Kareem then of course watch Shaq from my generation not only as players but as men. They better acknowledge Shaq’s take on saying Kareem wouldn’t look at him while with the Clippers.😂😂😂

  • @phoenixwhittaker
    @phoenixwhittaker 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

    The thing that always impressed me the most about the greatest big men is the footwork. These mountains of men moving with grace and finesse as they move past and around defenders to find their way to the rim is hard to match, and to do it with the touch that Kareem had at the rim is unmatched.
    Just imagine how dominant Shaq would've been if he had Kareem's work ethic but I really can't fault a guy who still wanted to enjoy his life, especially considering he was still that good with the amount of work he was putting in.

  • @1kontrabida
    @1kontrabida 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +13

    Shout out to TNT and the people that put this together, it is such an eye opening and a breath of fresh air what an amazing interview of two of the most dominant NBA players in and outside the court!

  • @eddie3043
    @eddie3043 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    This was beautiful! Need more sit downs with Legends.

  • @jenjay0167
    @jenjay0167 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    ILOVE the era I grew up in! Seeing Capt, Dr. J, Magic, Bird, Isaiah and so many GREAT players is something I carry with me!

  • @therocket280z7
    @therocket280z7 ปีที่แล้ว +32

    This is a legendary moment in time! I wasn't a Shaq fan in his time. But, you had to respect his abilities. Watching this, and imagining what could have been had these two fully embraced in Shaq's hay day, is amazing. It's also wonderful to see them like this afterwards.
    I too think that Kareem and Russell should be on the mount rushmore for all they have done for basketball and society. Here's to hoping that the future remembers these GREAT people in the light they have earned.

  • @mikereddaway2443
    @mikereddaway2443 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    It does my heart good to see these two legends finally sit down squash any beef and give each other there flowers

  • @KingPharon18
    @KingPharon18 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This was great dialogue, Shaq is literally the kind of guy who can go in any room and would be loved

  • @cmel7841
    @cmel7841 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I grew up watching the Showtime Lakers and this man was insanely humble and talented.

  • @ChiseledAdonis
    @ChiseledAdonis ปีที่แล้ว +7

    This was beautiful to listen to... I like many others would love to see more sit-downs amongst the greatest of all time. A lot of The Legends are aging and many haven't had an opportunity to tell their story so I think there's no better way to honor the game than to bring them together.
    I think the NBA dropped the ball last year during the NBA-75... THERE WAS SO MUCH POTENTIAL. And now with Mr Russell gone... I wish they could bring all the legends together to discuss their eras

  • @Tommy_Montana
    @Tommy_Montana ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This was a great sitdown I didn't know I needed...what I took most was he was tryna draw a charge in the all star game an from all ppl Charles Barkley 🤣🤣🤣

  • @GavinusMaximusMaster
    @GavinusMaximusMaster ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love this, two macho athletes sitting down and expressing their feelings about each other, good, bad, frustrating the confusion. You love to see it.

  • @sean8998
    @sean8998 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    That was beautiful. Really glad Shaq and Kareem were given the opportunity to do that.

  • @zachmorgan6982
    @zachmorgan6982 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    Kareem has a real case for the greatest basketball player of all time.
    From High School to college to the NBA.

  • @rodneywilliams590
    @rodneywilliams590 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I love seeing two Legends sit down and talk.

  • @christianmorgan5956
    @christianmorgan5956 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    THE 2 GREATEST BIGS EVER PERIOD

  • @c2saint96
    @c2saint96 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I met Kareem once at my college. He was just so profound. Amazing guy that we can learn a lot from

  • @ricsarmiento661
    @ricsarmiento661 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Great conversation between SHAQ and KAREEM. It's a rare moment seeing KAREEM loose and expressing himself freely. SHAQ did an excellent job throwing sensible questions and the conversation between the two was spontaneous and natural, which i found remarkable.

  • @Mrdali3749
    @Mrdali3749 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Let's all take a moment and learn from these two greats !

  • @ClassicalMMAChef
    @ClassicalMMAChef 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Would love to see one of these with Shaq and The Dream, continue the big man fraternity.

  • @princeofny22
    @princeofny22 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This was really iconic.. thank u Shaq , thank u Kareem

  • @SukiThind
    @SukiThind ปีที่แล้ว +15

    Glad they finally sat down for this. I think whatever issues they had might’ve just been misunderstandings based on personality types. Love seeing these types of interviews. Both are great men impacting the world in their own way.

  • @NickPage
    @NickPage ปีที่แล้ว +4

    This wins the Internet today! Such a great video with these two legends

  • @ifeanyichukwuanyika6776
    @ifeanyichukwuanyika6776 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    It's just nice to see how much respect Shaq and Kareem have for each other, and how legendary Kareem is to even be able to remember some of these intimate moments with Shaq from on the court to off the court. I just hope the new tall centers such a Webanyama would be willing to learn from these greats while they are still alive. Just imagine Webanyama developing a sky hook, pure 🔥

  • @TTTT-ok1om
    @TTTT-ok1om 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Thank you Shaq. We’ve been waiting for this. Love is love. God bless

  • @HakiZoro-
    @HakiZoro- 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    So glad i ran into this gem. Proud for Shaq and glad to see KAREEM STILL DOING GOOD.

  • @thisrandom4789
    @thisrandom4789 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Need more of these legends interactions

  • @megaape
    @megaape 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    This is incredible, pls do more of these with all the legends

  • @buddhaburrito
    @buddhaburrito 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    17:12 Always love how Shaq is being honest to himself. (He probably got a bit emotional there)

  • @MichaelSilverMedia
    @MichaelSilverMedia ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Shaq and Kareem, love to see it. Two legends.

  • @keenenbenton9843
    @keenenbenton9843 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Biggest cap of this video is Shaq saying he’s not sensitive

  • @mollyllama1047
    @mollyllama1047 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    I recently lost my father and uncle who were two of the biggest self proclaimed Lakers fans. If they could have seen this interview of their favorites being men and burying hatchets would have melted their hearts. Love to all that love The Lake Show. PURPLE&GOLDFOREVER

    • @ahsanhaider6549
      @ahsanhaider6549 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      May their souls rest in peace. Take care

  • @Lastnameabdi
    @Lastnameabdi ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Shaq was so gifted that he didn’t accomplish as much as he could’ve but still a great legendary career💯🙌🏾

  • @MelvinMansoor
    @MelvinMansoor ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This was filmed for the only reason it should be filmed: to show the younger generation that Shaq is NOT hating on them when he talks negatively about them. HE IS TRYING TO GET YOU TO YOUR POTENTIAL! I love this

  • @junkmail1203
    @junkmail1203 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Kareem’s humble but his work ethic his greatness is evident throughout his career
    Shaq respect to his elders is also his way to be humble, his dominance is second to none

  • @Ree_Devon24
    @Ree_Devon24 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    There's so much knowledge in this interview. I hope everyone that plays in the NBA gets a chance to see this

  • @akshaysundaram7391
    @akshaysundaram7391 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Awesome stuff. Gotta get a Shaq x Hakeem one you know that'd be gold

  • @dimesallen1082
    @dimesallen1082 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Please do as many of these as possible! Whilst all the legends are here to tell their stories. Fantastic

  • @robertthomas8556
    @robertthomas8556 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Shaq, that was an awesome job. I'm very proud and happy that you both were able to sit down and have this conversation, but more importantly, that it was captured and shared with us. As a 61 yr old native Los Angeles Lakers fan. I began watching and loving the Lakers and Chick Hearns way back in the mid 70's and other than Bill Russell and the Boston Celtics, no franchise in NBA history, in my opinion, has the lineage of big men as the Los Angeles Lakers does. Mikan, Chamberlain, Abdul-Jabbar, Thompson, Shaq, Gasol, D. Howard, and now A. Davis, it doesn't get any better than that. So for you two to have this time together, and I know this was an issue with you, I've seen and heard you talk about this subject many, many times, but for you to be able to clear the air is priceless, and for us die hard Lakers fans, it warms my heart to see this happen. Well done sir. Well done to you both!
    You both are Lakers Royalty and you should be. As a kid growing up watching the Lakers, Kareem's shy hook was the most imitated shot, other than me wanting to be Dr. J, or the Iceman George Gervin, The Sky Hook was the shot, and no one dominated the paint more than you. I don't care what era you're from, when you had the ball in the paint, it was BBQ Chicken Wing Time. Whoever was down there trying to defend, Forgetaboutit! I'm just glad we have TH-cam so when I wanna watch any of you play again, we can just pull it up and watch it anytime we want. Great memories.
    Thank you for making this interview happen, whoever was responsible for putting it together.

  • @davidintel
    @davidintel ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Two legends, in any era!!

  • @edsurtees
    @edsurtees ปีที่แล้ว +6

    WOW, just wow. What a fantastic video! Shaq and Kareem are both so intelligent and articulate. I was laughing, crying and enjoying every moment as they re-lived their careers. Please make more of these with more players from the history books!

  • @PersonalFitness3
    @PersonalFitness3 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    That was GUUUD. I watched the whole thing. So much words of wisdom from both sides. Mad respect for Kareem and Shaq. 👏😎 Anyone striving for greatness should watch this.

  • @dancloake7007
    @dancloake7007 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Great interview. Real men sitting down and respectfully talking about how they feel. Plainly, without animosity. Great role models.

  • @zeezus890
    @zeezus890 ปีที่แล้ว +40

    16:35 No way did this dude justify his Dwight bullying to Kareem bruh 😂. If he was actually trying to make him a better player he wouldn’t still be ragging on him after all these years

    • @keithbperrin9633
      @keithbperrin9633 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      U gotta point

    • @justinbray75
      @justinbray75 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Lol. I said the same thing. Shaq is full of shyt on that

    • @sup9542
      @sup9542 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Shaq is naturally a bully and has to work to get away from that. It’s just his nature, he admits he was a school bully.

    • @rokutime2627
      @rokutime2627 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      What Shaq did was straight up bully someone out of pettiness. Kareem would never stoop to that level.

    • @Tone22845
      @Tone22845 ปีที่แล้ว

      I guess kobe was bullying dwight howard too 😂😂😂!! Shaq isn't the only person that was critical of howard he just rubs people the wrong way

  • @introvertedblackgirl
    @introvertedblackgirl ปีที่แล้ว +4

    This was Amazing I absolutely Love hearing Mr. Kareem Speak; he never shys away from topics and speaks his truth; the Serious Side of Shaq is always fun. 2Chainz better use that sound bite on His next album! I have got to work out more Mr. Kareem got up faster than my 2 Year Old when he sneaks something!

  • @jakemckeown
    @jakemckeown 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I love the respect that Shaq shows Kareem and Russell and Chamberlin by calling them "Mr. Abdul-Jabbar" and "Mr. Russell" and "Mr. Chamberlain". They need to do more of these types of shows/videos while all these greats are still with us.

  • @raygaub9861
    @raygaub9861 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Pretty great sit down. Two Giants being humble with each other.

  • @hviii7452
    @hviii7452 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Two of my favorites on and off the court. Cap help introduced me to the game. Shaq rep my generation to the fullest! Thx TNT.

  • @luciusv5765
    @luciusv5765 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    I dont praise the NBA much these days but this one is a classic already!

  • @geraldjr6569
    @geraldjr6569 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    That was awesome! Much respect to Kareem and Shaq! This was LONG overdue and well worth the watch! Just wish it was longer

  • @OREO_FN.
    @OREO_FN. ปีที่แล้ว +7

    That was awesome I’m so glad they did this. 💐💐 to both of them living Legends. Giant in life, sports, activism’s.

  • @shaoiliu
    @shaoiliu ปีที่แล้ว +4

    The Captain and the Most Dominant.

    • @brendanbloom3366
      @brendanbloom3366 ปีที่แล้ว

      Kareem and Wilt

    • @patek9789
      @patek9789 ปีที่แล้ว

      who is most dominate? surely not shaq who got swept 6 times

  • @EdwardGGaming
    @EdwardGGaming ปีที่แล้ว +3

    We need to see these types of conversations from other NBA legends moving forward. I would love to witness the three greatest shooters sharing a convo in the future.

  • @W.ALotaibi
    @W.ALotaibi ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thats "The" interview for the ages, amazing, and you wanna make it even more fun, throw chucks into it !! Kareem are you seriously 76 man!! mashallah may allah protect you, Shaq you are awesome as always

  • @joshualeomo4616
    @joshualeomo4616 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Kareem’s memory at his age right now is crazy