Ernie is such a class act. The NBA is lucky to have him. As are we.

@kevinbrown5093

2 ай бұрын

He gives the best eulogies …. A true gentleman

@MT-sk1ln

2 ай бұрын

I got teary. I'm a life long blazer fan and Bill brought the peak of sports glory to Oregon. The father 9f Blazermania! Love you Bill!❤

@Juan_nicolas4

2 ай бұрын

But the nba is fumbling from losing Inside the NBA in the next year 😢

@m40dot

2 ай бұрын

Sadly then they offset that with Draymond

@Themoomabides

2 ай бұрын

When Ernie passes away, the NBA better take a day off. That’s the man who represents class 💯

Can’t believe we lost Walton. He’s like John Madden equivalent of nba commentary. Every nba on nbc game was so fun. He was such a happy man 😢

@tswagg504

2 ай бұрын

John Madden is a perfect comparison.

@alexanderpetersonap9313

2 ай бұрын

Great analogy

@luciousthomas6141

2 ай бұрын

No question!

@larryg1902

2 ай бұрын

I wouldn’t go that far but he was fun to watch growing up!! Always had good energy!!!

@Daniel-lr4tr

2 ай бұрын

"Throw it down one time, big man"

Only Shaq could have beef with Bill Walton and Reggie didn’t understand that was supposed to be a moment of silence at the end there 😂

@David-iv6je

2 ай бұрын

Of course Shaq did

@GoatedAtNFS

2 ай бұрын

well he admitted he was sensitive

@Zeldawrld

2 ай бұрын

No one is laughing

@datsapaddlin

2 ай бұрын

@@GoatedAtNFS but then he gets mad when people get mad at what he says about them.

@christophercomitini8619

2 ай бұрын

This is when Shaq was getting swept in the Finals. He was ultra sensitive. Walton would be relentless in his criticism of Shaq on TV but he also gave him his props.

We need more Bill Walton’s in this world.

@YeistheGoat-ww3re

2 ай бұрын

Mannnn I definitely agree however he’s a 1 in a million type of human being

@danielabatabogdanov8586

2 ай бұрын

he a lefty

@user-er8kz2jg6o

2 ай бұрын

Agreed.

@gsisemore

Ай бұрын

@@danielabatabogdanov8586he was one of the only athletes in the 1970s continuing the fight for civil rights publicly and for the war to stop in Vietnam. He was a great man regardless of political affiliation. That certainly should not be what’s focused on at this time. A truly wonderful person and he will be missed.

@ball3677

Ай бұрын

We need more erickbolden2584's in this world.

Bill Walton figured it out. Humility, love, patience, kindness, removal of pride yet strive to be the best, to truly think of others first. Virtues of God. Bill Walton is in Heaven.

@waynejohanson1083

2 ай бұрын

Proved you can be a winner in life with about being a jerk.

Shaq admitted to being sensitive. That’s a first

@Fuzzyhead5060

2 ай бұрын

Agree, pretty decent job of Shaq putting his ego aside for a good message

@life4rent90

2 ай бұрын

Waited til the man was dead to admit he was wrong lol how sweet ❤

@shaksham.22

2 ай бұрын

@@life4rent90he said he met him last year so i guess they were fine

@JS-ln4ns

2 ай бұрын

Even bringing up beef with Walton and being humble, is still inserting yourself into it as if it’s worth mentioning when remembering a man’s legacy and achievements. It’s not necessary. It’s still a ‘all about me’ move.

@SleepyDroid

2 ай бұрын

Charles:: Mr Sensitive Shaq: I'm not sensitive lol

Bill Walton was amazing. It's always tough when you lose such positive uplifting people in the world

@Zeldawrld

2 ай бұрын

Corny Npc

@djnkosi

2 ай бұрын

Agreed. This one really hurts.

@erselby

2 ай бұрын

He was truly one of a kind

@Sunfew2510

2 ай бұрын

@@Zeldawrldyour the only npc here

@douglascarlson9006

2 ай бұрын

Yup, he was positive and uplifting alright ... Like the way he humiliated his CBB broadcast partner by dumping popcorn on his head while on camera and then grabbing his tie and licking it ...

If inside the nba ends tonight, at least they were able to pay homage and honor one last nba legend, the great bill Walton the Jerry Garcia of the nba

@calebswrld714

2 ай бұрын

Their contract still has one more season left

@bassamsyed2028

2 ай бұрын

they have another season lol

@scruffd0g193

2 ай бұрын

Next year is their last

Of course Shaq was gonna talk about himself and his "G14 classification" on a day like this lol, I still remember during those open court show days where they discussed 50 greatest, and shaq was mad that bill walton for being one 😂

@supernotnatural

2 ай бұрын

Shaq had beef with every big then he learned. thats what he is saying

@eeJOKERee

2 ай бұрын

@@supernotnatural he learned? lol! shaq is still the petty narcissist compulsive liar that likes to hate and bully people

@JustoJuarez-oy9ct

Ай бұрын

Shaq is a clown

@cavemanyogi150

20 күн бұрын

@@JustoJuarez-oy9ct Absolutely. He wants to get competitive years after playing. While spending his prime riding his natural abilities. Shaq was incredibly lazy, and played with the best teammates in NBA history and that isn't even close. No one has had higher quality players around him during their career like Shaq did.

RIP Bill Walton. We better give Hubie Brown his flowers now while he's still here 💯.

@jaystacks5249

2 ай бұрын

Facts, Ernie and others as well. I remember back when Ernie had a tumor in his jaw and was still working. He is a gem

@shawn1819

2 ай бұрын

Hubie is the truth. Ive always respected his knowledge of and passion for the game

@paulhonore1885

2 ай бұрын

I was thinking of that the other day. I had the google him to see if he was still around.

@VianoMusicAcademy

2 ай бұрын

@@paulhonore1885he’s still giving amazing color commentary at age 90!

@user-gy5hq1ql8n

2 ай бұрын

Hubie, Dick Stockton . Legends . When the nba was on channel 2 WBBM here in Chicago

Someone should manifest what ernie closed with into something that can be stapled to the TNT executive's faces. The world, not just the NBA, is lucky to have a human like Ernie. Losing this show is taking away a chance for this beautiful soul to share is wisdom and love on a regular basis. Many talking heada shared their love for Bill today but few can resonate like Ernie's statement does. Soak it up, my friends.

@reallyreal8159

2 ай бұрын

Is this show not gonna come back?

@user-qr9dn5ge1q

2 ай бұрын

NBA cares about money NBA it's a business they want to make as much as money as possible they don't care about people feelings Warner didn't want to pay too much nbc did so you will see basketball back on NBC so long inside the nba😀😀😀

If Bill didn’t have all the injuries he did he would have went down as one of the all time great NBA players. He’s always been known as one of the greatest NCAA players of all time

Damn man Bill Walton was an absolutely Basketball genius!! The man, the myth the legend sir! You will be missed!!

Shaqs treatment of Walton has been an absolute disgrace, its been the one indicator of what an absolute bully is really is.

@user-xi8is8ff8n

2 ай бұрын

Amen, sir.

@lebronblew5finalsnottop5ne22

2 ай бұрын

Idk how Kobe dealt with him omg His ego is unbelievable

@user-xi8is8ff8n

2 ай бұрын

@@lebronblew5finalsnottop5ne22 he didn't... they literally traded punches in a training session, and now it's pretty clear why. He was lazy, childish and didn't committed to the craft. 🤷🏽

@One.Zero.One101

2 ай бұрын

Yeah Shaq was lying here. Just 1 month ago Shaq specifically said Walton didn't belong in the big man alliance with Wilt, Kareem, and Russell. And then all of a sudden he's saying the complete opposite.

@allencruise6299

2 ай бұрын

Shaq shouldn't be in that panel.

Throw it down big man throw it down! Best ever. Love you Bill.

RIP William Theodore Walton III🙏🏾🏀 I'll never forget that 1977 NBA final between him and Doc. They were my 1st favorite basketball players ever. RIP "big red"🙏🏾👊🏾

This man won two high school championships two colleges ncaa championships , and two nba championships one with the Trail Blazers and one with the Celtics !!!! Rip Bill Walton !!!!!

@markfiedor1139

2 ай бұрын

at one point he had won 146 games in a row through hs and college..then he breaks his back Sr year and they lose to Notre Dame and NC State.

@zombievikinggaming4258

2 ай бұрын

​@@markfiedor1139crazy how both him and Bird have serious spinal injuries

@ErK1oneZ

2 ай бұрын

@@markfiedor1139 I heard about this very sad but still an all time great !

@Don-md6wn

2 ай бұрын

@@zombievikinggaming4258 From what I've read, Bird just beat his body to death. He would run miles of laps in the gym on game days and basically said he knew he wasn't going to have a real long career. Bill Walton was 6' as a sophomore in high school and 6'11" as a freshman at UCLA. I wonder if such a late growth spurt contributed to his frequent stress fractures to his feet and to his back problems.

Bill Walton was my favorite part of watching PAC-12 basketball games. He was hilarious and so entertaining.

Legend of the game, even greater human being 😢 he will be missed dearly

RIP to an absolute legend. Earnie ended this tribute so well

@qbert5806

2 ай бұрын

Earnie is really good at his job. We need to appreciate him while we have him.

@Jojoburns26

2 ай бұрын

@@qbert5806 Ernie is without a doubt the glue that makes that team/show what it is. Without him it would likely spiral into a disorganized mess.

Ernie asked him to "throw it down big man" but instead Shaq missed the free throw.

Rick Carlisle has just become my favorite HC. I had no idea he was that cool. “Bill, can you hook me up with Dead tickets?”

Shaq literally called Bill Walton trash last month and spent over 2 decades trying to downplay his career and said he shouldn’t be in the hall of fame and wasn’t good enough to criticize him. Also, of course Shaq makes his story about Bill all about himself.

@CalebWilliams2030

2 ай бұрын

I don’t wish the end on nobody, but if I had beef with someone, I’d say condolences and keep my mouth shut. I’d take the high road if someone I had beef with passed away. Give Shaq a pass on this.

@user-xi8is8ff8n

2 ай бұрын

@@CalebWilliams2030 youve just explained (pretty well I might add) why people shouldnt give him a pass for this. Don't be a hypocrite, say condolences, and move on! Dont make this (again and again) about yourself.

@JS-ln4ns

2 ай бұрын

@@CalebWilliams2030Shaq doesn’t get a pass. His previous petty comments on Walton don’t even deserve to be mentioned when remembering Walton. It’s still a covert egotistical thing to do.

@sawtoothgrind1981

2 ай бұрын

He said some nice things, let it go. Bill would.

@user-xi8is8ff8n

2 ай бұрын

@@sawtoothgrind1981 screw the nice things and false eulogies. Have some F***CKING respect for your peers, co-workers and contemporaries while they're still alive. When it comes to this clown, it is not just about Bill, it's also the pettiness and shade towards Vlad Divac, Dwight Howard, Pau Gasol, David Robinson, Donovan Mitchell, Javale Mcgee, and the list goes on and on, and on... He was never the "fun loving guy" the media used to portray. Glad so many people are now open their eyes to that!

Going 21/22 in the National championship game is wild.

@antonioalexandercastro3520

2 ай бұрын

And he did it at the time the DUNK was illegal (game change because of Lew Alcindor, I think).

I remember this clearly because me & my boys used to joke about it but I’m old enough to remember when Bill Walton used to call Shaquille’s games he was the BIGGEST Shaq fan but Shaquille took a shot @ Bill Walton every chance he got. I never quite understand the disrespect

@Don-md6wn

2 ай бұрын

Shaq was always thin skinned and sensitive to every perceived insult.

Of course Shaq had beef, making it about him again.

Bill Walton will always live in are hearts R.I.P praying for his family

Shaq always found a way to beef with people, even bill walton of all people. Shows his true character

@jtaco4101

2 ай бұрын

Bill was massively critical of Shaq on TV for years. Do you not remember that? Same thing as the players that get mad and Shaq and Chuck now.

@user-xi8is8ff8n

2 ай бұрын

​​@@jtaco4101lol massively critical. He was MILDLY critical after those finals against the Rockets... This big dummy never got his emotions in check, and has tarnished Bill's reputation over these last years in a selfish way just to feed his ego. He should be ashamed and don't even be participating in this tribute. Like my dude up here said, showed his true character flaws.

@KClouisville

2 ай бұрын

@@user-xi8is8ff8n This. He offered good constructive criticism of Shaq and instead of taking it like a damn adult, Shaq badmouthed Walton ever since then. For like DECADES.

@acnicodemus4734

2 ай бұрын

Because Shaq's an emotional lesbian

@ohen

2 ай бұрын

Yea, for someone who is blessed with an enormous amount of natural talent to play basketball, who has won everything there is to win and has made a fortune, Shaq has the thinnest skin ever. There's also stories (and some self-told) of him getting into fights with people over people simply criticizing him. Unbelievable bully especially because he's so damn big. Just an insecure baby in a giant's body.

Shaq ain't the happy guy from the commercials.

@keronwindley4950

2 ай бұрын

A lot of personal struggles,.. etc

Shaq is an emotional lesbian. Him hating on Bill Walton was totally unnecessary. What a big baby.

Bill WALTON was just a great human being that happened to be a HOF great basketball player! His positive energy rang ETERNAL and to echo sir Charles Barkley's comments: the WORLD just became less better with the loss of bill WALTON!

Very Sad news. Grew up watching him and later listening to his amazing stories. My thoughts to his family. RIP Big Bill Walton

RIP Bill, Scott Stuart , and Craig Sager. Pure love of the game.

Wonderful tribute. Thanks guys. RIP Bill Walton. 🏀💔🥺🙏🏽

I would take Walton over Shaq anytime Walton's feet were healthy. Better person also. One of the All-time Greats.

@kdrbeav

2 ай бұрын

Totally agree

I'm old enough to have seen Bill Walton play at UCLA. He was an incredible player who could do it all. Block shots, rebound, run the floor, pass, score. Probably the greatest outlet passer ever. He saw the floor and passed the ball like Magic and Bird. One of the guards who played with Walton at Portland said he was used to coming back to get the ball from the big man after he rebounded it. The first time he did that with Walton, Walton threw the ball over his head. Walton told him "our basket is on that end of the floor." In other words, run the floor and I'll get you the ball. I think most people who didn't see him play in his prime (he was a shell of what he had been when he won 6th Man of the Year for Boston's '86 championship team) don't have any idea of how great he was.

That whole tribute to the great Bill Walton was excellent! On so many levels! That's why those guys are the best!

Legend in all aspects of life RIP BILL WALTON🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🕊🕊🕊

Bill was my favorite human in any aspect of all sports - I felt close to him living in Portland during the exact same years that he did, and he was just down the block from me and I saw him around frequently living his life and also doing miracles for the community -- and this still in his "shy" years before he overcame his speech impediment and didn't do much talking in the media. But we all knew how phenomenal his athletic ability was, his dedication to his team and all NBA players, and what a transcendently great man he was. I feel deep gratitude to these great gentlemen of Inside the NBA for beautiful remarks - especially Shaq and Ernie. I was aware of Shaq's resentments for Bill's early criticisms after Bill had promoted Shaq at LSU for future NBA greatness - but now understands.............and Ernie's reading of Bill's message following the death of Ernie's mom had me in tears for the first time watching all of the tributes. It was the essence of Bill Walton. OMG I'm so going to miss him!

Loved Bills *broadcast on NBC n other networks* ....

Fantastic tribute - So glad Mr. Johnson shared that email….. On the court, so great to watch. The ‘77 Blazers were something else, but as a Celtic fan living in Boston I always laughed in 1986 knowing we had freakin’ Bill Walton gladly coming off the bench…

@joeseddit

2 ай бұрын

Only Aerbauch could make something that happen.

@allen35315

2 ай бұрын

@@joeseddit As the story is told, the Celtic team doctor didn’t want to pass Walton’s physical. Auerbach told him to pass him anyway….

Throw it down big man in haven RIP bill Walton

@Zeldawrld

2 ай бұрын

Npc rider

Rip Bill Walton😢😢😢😢❤❤❤❤

@Zeldawrld

2 ай бұрын

Npc moment

@basilsimsuangco9164

2 ай бұрын

💔💔💔✝️😢🏀⛹🏼🎙️📺🏆🏆”The Big Red” Mr Bill Walton💐🇺🇸

Such a loving and touching tribute from great men about a great man, who personally, I will never forget.

Walton was my inspiration to switch from baseball to basketball in the late 70's and try to play in college. My first start as a freshman was against UCLA at Pauley in late 81. We watched the game on tape delay back in the hotel and Walton was sitting in as the color guy. My first shot was an airball baseline jumper. . .Walton. comments . "That's his first shot of the game. . .maybe it should be his last shot of the game." lol. My idol busting my chops.

@mongoslade277

2 ай бұрын

You were pretty good bc a lot of freshman didn't start in 1981. What was your school

@shawn1819

2 ай бұрын

Lol. Classic Bill. Thats actually pretty crazy that u had everything come full circle in that moment

Cue up Grateful Dead for the great Bill Walton…Louder, louder, louder…

Bill Walton was one of the best college players ever

@LBNLDC1

2 ай бұрын

After Alcindor, the best.

Bill Walton was a legendary Basketball player, Broadcaster & most important a legendary person in every way. His UCLA career with Coach Wooden is those of legends. Still mad Shaq always hated on Bill Walton in interviews even tho he & others paved the way for him.

Bill walton, he is one of the best broadcaster, I saw him in the Olympics doing commentating and he researched the opponents, he knew their town they were from and other things, I say wow he did some homework and I liked that about him, his playing career speaks for itself

We are going to miss Bill Walton very much. He was a beautiful human being that brought so much joy, intelligence and love into the World.

Ah, that was just beautiful guys. Thank you guys! ❤ RIP Bill!

A very nice and well deserved tribute to a great man!! RIP Bill.

Bill Walton truly had a heart of gold. Always had that huge smile on his face.

Love them for honoring Bill! Bill taught us all to have fun and do everything with passion!!!!!!

Throw it DOWN big man! 📢

Moving tributes by each of them. Bill Walton has been one of my basketball heroes and favorite players since he was at UCLA and I was a little kid. I wrote to him when he was with the Blazers and he replied with an autographed photo and an inspiring note. I haven’t looked at it in over 40 years but one part I have never forgotten was “always win with humility and lose with grace”. Thanks Bill for being an inspiration to me for more than half a century - and to many millions of others. (Note, Kenny mentioned that Bill was a three time All-American at UCLA. True, but he was also three time NCAA Player of the Year.)

Being a huge "old school" basketball fan, I never had the opportunity to meet the great Bill Walton or see him play in person; but I watched him play on television MANY TIMES during his time at UCLA ------- and also during his tenure in the NBA as well.. He was always full of SO MUCH positive energy and enthusiasm ALL THE TIME!! It was such a joy to watch him play.. Unbelievable.. For those who understand the game of basketball on a fundamental level; it was obvious he was a very cerebral player ----- even though he possessed great size & tremendous physical gifts.. For him, the basketball court was like a chess board; and he was always at least 2 to 3 moves AHEAD of the opposition.. The basketball world has lost a truly great one.. BW, thank you for everything you've done for the betterment of humanity; and for your genuine, wonderful, unique, spirit.. RIP "Big Red"..

Bill Walton was an amazing in every aspect of life.

We will miss the "GREAT" Bill Walton! I loved to watch him play, just like I love to listen to him commentate a game. His personality was the best, legendary within itself. I love the guy, may he rest in peace. He was legendary in Life, just like he was in Sports.

Bill Walton is so great! His commentary was definitely for ballers. Helped me out listening to him. World is not as good of a place without him. Such a joy.

Thank You Men🙏🏻🥲What a nice group of memories, from fellow Legends.

*We always talk about what true greatness means, who's had the hardest road, and superteams....* *The 1977 Blazers are 1 of 2 teams to play in a 1970s Finals series ('76 Suns), and the only 1970s team to WIN a Finals with just one star or Hall of Fame player, maybe in all NBA history.... Bill Walton was a man's man!!!!*

@mikemiller8430

2 ай бұрын

I don't know if you could tell me this but was there a Blazer moment in that package? I saw a lot of UCLA a lot of Boston and I thought I saw a snippet of the clippers

@mongoslade277

2 ай бұрын

Maurice Lucas isn't in the HOF?? Smh

@jasonbardwell1497

2 ай бұрын

@@mongoslade277 I checked 3 websites (including NBA) and he is NOT in the HoF....

@mongoslade277

2 ай бұрын

@@jasonbardwell1497 Wow!! A multiple time NBA all star, with a great college career, and good in the ABA that won at every level & Not in the HOF. Okay

@jasonbardwell1497

2 ай бұрын

@@mongoslade277 Yeah its def debatable, but I think you either have to be THE MAN on a team for several seasons (more than 5) or be a critical role player on championship-winning teamS.... in that regard, it makes sense that really good players aren't in the Hall.... it's called the Hall of *Fame* and you won't remain famous without the championships- you'll get shrouded in history.... when you think of Toni Kukoc, you don't think of an individually dominant player, but, as a Chicago native, the Mid-Late 90s Bulls wouldn't even have a chance against the '94 Knicks or '95 Magic, and they absolutely needed his size and versatility against the Pacers and Jazz.... when you think of Manu Ginobli, he's not worth much if he's the number 1 or 2 guy on any other team.... Tony Parker was forgotten when he played for Charlotte.... Gilbert Arenas used a comparison with Manu in terms of a star/flashy NBA career/lifestyle vs winning and system- Manu will win (as a helper) and a typical star won't help to win, but he'll put on a show and make more money!!!!

He had a unique voice. Loved him. God bless him, I remember him say throw it down big man thow it down

He was 1 of 1......a legend.

Ernie-“im gna get personal with this because couple years when I lost my mom, I got a email from bill Walton” D.J- CAN YOU FEEL IT !!!! 😂

Bill autobiography my favorite book. They gonna create a great award in his name

Met Bill Walton on a Flight From Charlotte to Columbus to Phoenix Commercial and he had a smile big and tall. Because of Logistics I didn't have a chance to really speak but to say Hi. He scores 21-22 Field Goals against my Home team the University of Memphis. Memphis State University Great Team with Larry Finch our Home Town Hero with Ronnie Robinson and Dr K. Larry Kennon and Others. Were miss u The Great Doller Bill Walton 32

@mongoslade277

2 ай бұрын

Went to school in Memphis when Finch was the head coach. Anytime a point guard came close to a record of Larry Finch, he reduced their playing time 😂

Wow, that was nice. R.I.P. Bill Walton.

he was awesome on every level

Bill Walton was himself all the time. Genuine as they come. RIP Mr. Walton

Love this brother he lived happily ever day until he died condolences to his family ❤

REST IN PEACE BILL WALTON💔🕊️🙏

I have always liked listening to the guys on Inside The NBA, but that was the most touching segment ever.

WALTON WAS A GREAT GREAT PLAYER AND FANTASTIC TO LISTEN IN COMMENTARY.

Great tribute guys

I'm 62 years old, and I remember how Bill dominated the paint during the Trail Blazers Championship in 1977. I'm also a lifelong Deadhead. Safe travels, Bill Walton. What a long strange trip it's been❤

Shaq is all about Shaq.

Ah life, only memories we have to cherish. Thanks Bill😢

I love all sports greats. Our NBA game owes Mr Walton respect R.I.P Mr Walton

Worked Security for Bill Walton during the Final Four in Charlotte. Was such a down to earth amazing person to everyone on the set! Will be missed.

Ah life, thats Bill for so many memories and exciting moments

Shaq be BSing..he never respected Walton now he is making stuff up saying how much he cared, respected blah blah.. hypocrite.

I grew up in Portland, was in my early 20’s when Bill came to the Trailblazers. In my opinion those years he was a Blazer, Bill Walton was the greatest center to EVER play the game. Defense, positioning for rebounding, his outlet passes!!! My Oh My!! No one player made his teammates better than Bill Walton. He was a legend on and off the court. His passion for the game, the PAC-12 “conference of champions” as he frequently stated, and zest for life will be missed for sure. Check out John Canzanos’s podcast from today’s Bald Faced Truth show. John replayed a number of interviews he had with Bill. Epic!!

PAC 12 after dark will never be the same. I only tuned in to hear Bill. RIP Legend

Walton was called Medical Bill because he was injured so much. His rebirth on the Celtics in '86 was awesome and Boston needed it. RIP Bill

Bill Walton beat Kareem and the Lakers in the Finals. Won MVP, Finals MVP., Won a second Chip as a 6th Man of the Year. Plus 3 NCAA chips. Plus he paved the way for Charles Barkley in medium. The only hit is a short prime because of injury. But he basically accomplished anyone one can at the most elite level of basketball. He freaking accomplished more than Nowitzki, Garnett, Anthony Davis, Giannis, Lillard, etc

@waltciii3

2 ай бұрын

He lost to Kareem and the Lakers in the 1987 finals. Walton's Celtic team beat Hakeem's Rockets in the 1986 finals.

@j5daniel182

2 ай бұрын

@@waltciii3 i mean in the West Finals. Kareem was basically his Rival.

@mongoslade277

2 ай бұрын

​@@waltciii3Walton didn't play much that season. If Walton & Len Bias was in that series, they would've beat the Lakers

@samwelsh8241

2 ай бұрын

he was in a hospital bed during the finals and voluntarily got up and out of the hospital to play and win the Celtics were not looking like they were going to win but Bill came to the arena and everything was suddenly going Boston's way. That alone should tell us how good Walton was not skill or stats but for the love of the game and the will to win.

Outstanding Tribute. Each and every part of this segment is a great tribute to one of THE greatest center of all time and super human being that enjoyed and embraced life like none other - the one of a kind BILL WALTON. Reggie Miller, Charles Barkley, Ernie Johnson, Draymond Greene, Kenny Smith, and surprisingly Shaq, who I enjoy and only blemish was picking at Bill, made up for it in the segment, by acknowledging Walton as one of the 5 greatest centers in the "alliance"/pantheon that includes Wilt, Russell, and Kareem. This is another reason why "Inside the NBA" is the best.

Me and my friend always found it hilarious that one time he said "Rick Smits, playing in retirement mode!"

Considering Bills knees while in College and him having such a great career he overcame a lot in life. Imagine UCLA with Kareem, then Bill Walton. Two of the greatest players who ever played that position.

Legend gone way too soon. RIP Bill Walton

❤️ you all .. Inside the NBA!!! Thee legends

RIP Bill Walton. Legend…

We KNOW that was a mic drop, we didn't need to hear you say it, Reggie. Ernie had the perfect way to end that segment.

Ernie gave me goosebumps with the last quote. And Reggie called it: That was a mic dropped

“Throw it down big man throw it down “ I remember him saying that every time Shaq or another big dude in the league dunked on someone , the nba on nbc in the 90s was part of my childhood snapper jones bill walton and Tom Hammond on the prime time game of their triple headers on Saturday/Sunday evenings were legendary man just legendary just like John madden & pat summerall on fox and Al Michaels on MNF just legendary man !! I love the 90s

I remember Bill's brilliance at UCLA. I also remember Bill's zany broadcasting career. You could see he was really smart and well read but the stuff he spoke about was offbeat to say the least. The Portland NBA Championship was really special. The 1986 Boston Celtic Championship team is arguably one of the greatest ever. Only John Wooden could keep Big Red in check. RIP big man. 6'11 not 7 feet!!!

Thank you guys

My friend got to meet him in Denver in the 2004 nba all star game. My friend shook his hand. That was memorable

Heal on. Shine on. I'm going to adopt that one. ✊🏻

Bill Walton on NBC/ESPN be like: "throw it down big man, throw it down!!! 💔