From Undrafted to Hall of Famer: The Inspiring Story of Ben Wallace - 'The Chosen One'
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AND1 Entertainment premieres 'The Chosen One,' a mini documentary on the story of Ben Wallace and his inspiring journey - from his HBCU experience at Virginia Union to his shot at the league, as told by the legend himself.
This year will mark the 20th anniversary of Wallace’s championship victory with the Detroit Pistons in 2004. AND1 recognizes there is no better time to celebrate the first and only undrafted Hall of Famer that donned their shoes during his storied career in the NBA.
While Wallace was known for sporting the AND1 Chosen One sneakers on the court, Ben also embodies AND1’s values: raw talent, dedication, and an unmatched work ethic. This powerful combination led the undrafted player to beat the odds by becoming an NBA champion and four-time Defensive Player of the Year.
The celebration comes on the heels of AND1’s milestone 30th Anniversary last year. AND1 is excited to continue its legacy of honoring the people and communities that built the brand, fostering the love of the game, and ushering in new, raw talent.
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As a Michigan native, it was a pleasure growing up in the era of Ben Wallace one of the best centers the Pistons ever had!!!
@russca67
2 ай бұрын
FACTS!!!
@shammyshammy407
2 ай бұрын
THEE best Pistons center!! 🤙🏽
@Brocuzgodlocdunfamdogson
Ай бұрын
The day he left was painful. Not just because he went to the Bulls…it was also the same day Steve Yzerman retired. As a Detroit sports fan, that day sucked. The end of two eras, neither team has been the same since.
@DELICIOUSSSBOSTONCELEBRITY
Ай бұрын
❤❤❤
@justinduff4496
Ай бұрын
Miggy, Lidstrom, Big Ben, and Megatron. We may not have much recent success, But what a Mount Rushmore of athletes to see preform for this City
It's not everyday that a player can bring fans in because of his defense... Man was a special player.
@rjjaxx9135
Ай бұрын
Beast!!
Back when Basketball was enjoyable to watch.. I miss my childhood
From undrafted to the Hall of Fame.. wow! what a success story.. Never count yourself out 🙏🏾
Best thing about the about Big Ben Wallace is hes just a regular good dude never had that ego like he was better then anyone else never flaunting his success just living a avg everyday life like any other working man hes probably 1 of the most relatable nba stars ive ever had the pleasure to run into
The Going to work Pistons were one of my favourite NBA teams of all time. Teamwork, defense, chemistry, brotherhood.
@danferris5158
Ай бұрын
I sing that at work all the time. Lol # Going to work, 😆
Big Ben was a Beast!! Old school tough in the paint baller.
@turkeyman631
Ай бұрын
I think thats part of the reason I just dont resonate with the game these days. It's too much shooting from the outside and not as tough as it used to be. I think thats why a lot of these Europeans are doing so well. Just way more physical than a lot of the guys these days.
Inspiring! Ben is a true hustle player. He hustled his way to the championship and the HOF.
This man dedicated his game to defense and the boards like no other. He was the epitome of a team player and will forever be the face of 2004 championship squad. The going to work Pistons played team defense better than any NBA team I have ever witnessed. Thank you for your service Big Ben.
Ben Wallace was a football player playing basketball! greatest defensive player in my generation! He was barely 6'9 battling giants like Shaq and Ben would make Shaq look like a Bench Warmer big out on the court! When Ben Wallace got to Detroit I don't think anybody ever dunked on him other than maybe Tracy McGrady!
Damn that was so good. Ben Wallace will forever be one of my favorite players. Legend.
Never knew that much about Ben Wallace . I do now. This man embodies the idea of what you can conceive you can achieve. He always had the talent but needed a break . He got that from Unseld. I loved what he said . He would not be out worked . This is the power of the mind pushing you to new heights. I will never forget him and tell his story when I am talking to people that are down on their luck
Beautifully inspirational story ♥️🤍✨❗️
More guys his size should pattern themselves after big Ben. He is a winner. Never complained, plays hard every night. Didn't try to shoot. Rebounding monster, set picks, block shots. Stuff that wins games. I'm 53. Always appreciated Ben Wallace game. Everyone can't be lebron, Jordan...
@annagrace1159
2 ай бұрын
Humble giant. No weakness. Hard working. Cares less about fame or notariaties in the limelight. Just let the work experiences tell the true stories of a man's wins 🏆 and loses ❤
@isitrachelorj3953
23 күн бұрын
Not enough players are humble, unselfish and disciplined enough to play as Ben played.
Salute to this Guy! A beast!
I’ll never forget … from VIRGINIA UNION UNIVERSITY BBB BEN BBBBBBBBBWWWWWWALLLLLLACCCCCCEEEEE!!!!! Fear the fro forever ❤️ 🏀
Ben Wallace is a legend and represented Detroit with class. What a remarkable human being 🙌🏼
@BEEZE825
Ай бұрын
Why you whites keep saying class? He is a man!
Ben with the big gold belt 🫡
As a big guy always looked up to him
Ben: thank you for being GREAT!!! You were the heart and soul of the Pistons, and I loved every minute of it!!!
NOBODY SINCE BIG BEN HAS REPRESENTED DETROITS' "GOING TO WORK" MENTALITY.
@annagrace1159
2 ай бұрын
💯
@brandonjohnson8966
Ай бұрын
Calvin Johnson Nicklas Lidstrom
Hes in my top 5 of centers
@J-Bo-hr9zp
Ай бұрын
He was a pf though
The one and only!
Man I'm 36, and 1 was the king in the 90s! Those were the days of putting in the work and making something for yourself with zero social media. Hand held camcorder, hard work, dubbin to VHS and making copies upon copies for college submissions. I would love to see some of the greats college submission tapes for acceptance for the ones that had to.
My brother Ben Wallace ,you graced the game of bball with humble ness that Bamastyle, Tremendousl Journey to the HALL ,you where defensively different ,beast defensive masterclasses ❤.
B b b b b b BIG BEN WALLACE - Dong Dong Dong…. Him and Chauncey Billups were my hero’s in 6th grade! Go Pistons and bring back And 1 mixtape tour :)
@user-jd3cq5xh3o
2 ай бұрын
Chauncey was an animal in that era, sliding up on legends and rocking them to sleep
@AccentBwoy
2 ай бұрын
Dnt forget rasheed Wallace n rip Hamilton too
@tavonburns3905
Ай бұрын
Deeeeetroiiiiiiittt!!! BASKETBALL
Ben was a beast a legendary player ❤️❤️💯💯🔥🔥🔥
on behalf of all Detroit, thank you. i was in prison the whole run so i only got to see 4-5 games but each and every game we was able to watch Ben was clutch. again, thank you.
Amazing video and message.
Ben Wallace one of my favorite NBA players, I love Ben’s attitude on the court, besides his phenomenal skills as a center.
One of the greatest Detroit piston to ever play the game on the court. He was humble & didn't back down to no one. He's a true started from the bottom to the top a champion & HOF'er. Detroit was the bad boys of basketball & one of the most hated teams. They fought with every team. Lol 😂 A true fan for life. Love this short documentary. Please share more.
@glee7086
8 күн бұрын
Facts
Wish they showed some highlights at the end but great piece 🙌🏼
One of the most inspiring athletes I know. I had two posters on my wall, one was KB8 and the other one was him. As a center myself I always aspired to hustle the way Wallace did and just loved the energy.
Growing up. When I said Big Ben, this is who tf I was talking about
@figo007tv
2 ай бұрын
Pause
@popireal3628
2 ай бұрын
@@figo007tvstop
@SC_310
6 күн бұрын
@@figo007tv you can come out the closet any time
great player and human being.
Salute to you Big Ben Fear The Fro to the opposing team👊🏾💪🏾!! Definitely was a pleasure watching you win back to back championships with our Detroit Pistons and playing with other teams before hanging up the jersey🫡💯!! Enjoy your Legacy Fam!!
I became a music and sports fan around my 12-13 (2003)birthday. 50 was my favorite rapper and the Pistons was NBA team and the Falcons was my NFL teams.
As a lifelong pistons fan this man was a beast and a great human being
Man I remember being in 8th grade when Detroit won the championship. One of my all time favorite teams to watch and big Ben was my favorite piston
thanks big ben for helping us win that chip🏆we still act like it was yesterday here in detroit😂💯we will never see another ben wallace
This man right here put the Pistons on his back with his hard work and defense! Nothing flashy with Ben, all hard-nosed and dirty work. He epitomized Detroit all the way! Forever a Detroit Legend!
Thank you for blessing us Big Ben!
This was amazing. Ben deserves all the praise. Real one
Born n raised in Detroit Ben Wallace is the one n only Pistons jersey I've ever owned wish I still had it. Congratulations BIG BEN AND THANK YOU FOR ALL THE WORK YOU PUT IN TO MAKING OUR TEAM GREAT THE RIGHT WAY DEEETRRRROOIIT 🏀!!!!! 💪🏾💜
He was/is HIM. 313 for life ❤ Thank you for the amazing memories 🙏
Your the best basketball player ever 😊😊
Yes sir you left a LEGACY, remember him playin San Antonio Spurs Be be be be Ben Wallcae , that announcer was dope 🤙
The only man to literally block shaqs shot and put shaq on the floor with one hand
@BEEZE825
Ай бұрын
Yao did it
Back when I began playing basketball I was rather heavier and I always used his box out method to get a lot of boards for my team even though I was 6’1” 340 lbs 🤣 college I dropped 75 lbs and grew an inch so it was a bit easier but I was held back due to academic stuff. Chose to go the school route rather than playing ball and I regret it totally lol I still got a wicked lay up but that’s about all I got left
The chosen one ❤
He will forever be a Detroit Legend!!
Dallas Mavs fan, Respect to Ben Wallace 💯🔥
I know a guy who was on his JUCO team in Ohio. Said he was just as dominant then and would constantly want him to fed that ball. As Michigan native it was a blessing to be able to watch him.
Always enjoyed Ben's style, strength and ball attitude!!
He is so humble.
A fan used to hang Ben Wallaces jersey outside his window of his house.. Ill never forget that driving by there for years seeing that jersey of Big Ben.
Being from Detroit, went to 2 of the 2004 home finals games. I was like 13-14 years old. This era of the pistons was everything i loved about basketball. Hard. Tough. Defense FIRST. and playing as a unit even with the bench. Ben was the player I wanted to be. Absolute DOG. I love when the sports team embrace toughness and defense. That's real grit to me. Holding a Kobe and Shaq led Lakers team to like 60 points in a finals game is way more impressive than a team putting up 140 pts in todays game IMO. Ben and Chauncey are two of my favorite players of all time.
My absolute favorite basketball player.
hard work pays off
I only occasionally follow the NBA but I remember Wallace as a defensive standout and unsung hero back in the day.
this MAN is a true person, true soul...
Incredible talent & drive. Defensive stalwort & rebounding machine. It was an absolute honor to be able to see him wear that beautiful red/white/black, Bulls jersey. Thank you for your service Big Ben.
Thats so awesome sheed got everyone a strap for winning the ship❤
Serious business❗️I wish I could see Ben and Rashid running a fast-break❗️🤝👋🤣
If someone who is one player that was nothing and made himself something cold 🥶 heartedly its him from LA fan but from FL
Ben was a Beast. Much Much Respect.
Amazing Doccie!!!
Ben was one of my favorite players in the league MJ, Dr. J, AI, The Greek Freak, Kobe, and Big Ben.
He’s a goat for sure
I admire guys who are successful without scoring the ball,and end up being a legend salute to Ben
Where is the game FOOTAGE of Big Ben ?? Don't care about the shoes , this guy was the "Aircraft Carrier of Centers " back in the day!!!
@yourwhateverhomegirl
2 ай бұрын
U know the nba was not about to release the ok to use there footage. 😂
@snoozelp1
2 ай бұрын
@@yourwhateverhomegirl that part lol
@AccentBwoy
2 ай бұрын
@@yourwhateverhomegirl why
@Illigrown
2 ай бұрын
@@AccentBwoygood question to ask the NBA. They took the rights away from Chris Smoove too and all he did was quick summary highlight videos. I haven’t been able to keep up with the league since they pulled that shit. NBA wants to limit their audience/reach apparently 🤷🏻♂️
From Barco Stevens Hall on the campus of Virginia Union to the Palace to the Hall of Fame, Congrats Big Ben
Thank you for the years Ben in Detroit! Bringing that blue collar Bad Boy mentality back!!!💪🏾💪🏾💪🏾
I remember wearing ben wallace shoes while he was with the pistons a real beast on defense
Congratulations Ben you deserve it
Born and raised in Michigan that 04 squad was one of my favorite teams to watch the defense was a beast!
Best nba defenseman ever
Miss the And1 tours
And1 should make documentaries
My favorite hooper of all time. I moved around a lot at a young age between different households, different states, different families, but when I got to Detroit something about Big Ben made me obsessed with the Pistons. I dressed like him, grew my hair out like him, always picked number 3 like him, and always took pride as a defender in every sport.
One of my all time Favorite Big Ben was a Beast 💪🏾💯💪🏾💯
Big Ben still is huge. he changed the game just like Rodman changed it too. difficult to imagine that player with no shot could dominate the game for a couple of seasons
ONE LOVE.
I am, like many, a Jordan's Bulls guy, but that Detroit team is one of my favorite teams and I rooted for them ..Billups, RIP, Wallace X2 and the Prince!
The 2004 Pistons were one of the great teams, they played together as a one unit, and beat a collection of Hall of Fame players, and as a LAL fan, broke my heart: Respect.
Bring them and 1 shoes back straight 🔥
He was that good. He kept my Lakers from winning a championship and for us going a four-peat
A lot of more talented players, not many have Ben's heart, desire and discipline!
Big Ben!!!!!!!! That fro too💪🏾💪🏾💪🏾💪🏾💪🏾💪🏾
those And1 shoes WALLACE had I always wanted them! with the blue tips
"embrace the struggle"
BIG BEN!!!!!!!
My favorite Piston of all time. Just the way that man carried himself was championship material from the jump. Hard working, no ego, didn't let nobody mess with his teammates, etc. Truly a top 10 big all time for me. I know some folks could list 10 guys they think was better, but big ben was such a great defender for his size and would have double the boards of the best guy on the opponents team most the time. The craziest part to me though is that he might not even get minutes in todays game because of how much the game changed.
You deserve the praise Ben you're from my home Town lowndes county
The afro made him seem taller than he already was
GOOD JOB B-DUBB CONGRATS BIG FELLA 💯 🏀
BIG BEN!!!
He was in VA..that Maybach he had was crazy two tone early 2000s some his ppl was still here
Ben and that Afro was always one of my favorites
The day he left Detroit for Chicago was the same day Steve Yzerman retired. As a Detroit sports fan, I didn’t even want to get out of bed that day.