That is the best Bill Walton story.

@williestyle35

Ай бұрын

Because it shows his humanity and his concern for his fellow human beings - a Walton trademark in the end... along with his love of basketball, the Grateful Dead, cannabis, and 🎶 "...life in general.." 🎶

@mikeklod

Ай бұрын

"One of your heroes is returning" wow

Bill Walton, not just a great basketball player, but a great human being. R.I.P. Bill Walton.

Bill Walton was an avalanche of joy.

I met Bill Walton at a motivational speaking gathering. He allowed everyone to come up and shake his hand and spend a minute talking to him. At the end of my conversation with him, he asked me what my sons name was- as he was signing an autograph basketball for him, I told him, Patrick… He said…’Make sure you go home and give Patrick a hug and tell him that you love him’. That has always remained with me throughout my years. What a special human being.🙏

@8kigana

Ай бұрын

His dad was a loving father he knows he's a product of it. Too many angry men in and out of jail could use that from their dads.

We should all strive to be more like Bill Walton.

@acfalcons1

Ай бұрын

Bill Walton was an original Great player Great announcer More importantly great person RIP big redhead

@bobbenbrown123

Ай бұрын

Amen x 10 brother

I will always miss his commentary as I grew up watching him on NBA on NBC. RIP BIG FELLA

Mike, thanks for sharing this lovely story about Bill.

Wow. What a story. Bill Walton was a wonderful human being. May he rest in peace.

One of the greatest stories ever told....we should all strive to be like Bill. Much love, Much love indeed. RIP Bill Walton.

The world lost a great one a couple of days ago and he will be missed deeply. RIP to the GREAT Bill Walton.

One of your heroes is returning to the ship he served on. Uplifting on so many levels.

I can't think of the passing of another human being especially from the sports world where there are NO negative stories about the person. I truly believe he lived every day to the fullest! He was an amazing intelligent interesting guy who told the best stories.

@cliftonphillips8430

Ай бұрын

Absolutely

Bill Walton was one of a kind in our world, and it definitely was a better place with him in it.

Don't worry about where, when, or how you will die but rather worry about how you live your life. People will remember you base on how you made them feel and that's your LEGACY. I love the MAN Bill Walton, and pray for his family to find solace and peace. he will be dearly missed. Beautiful story

@dmccaustland07

Ай бұрын

Very well said. ❤😊

That's one of the most amazing stories, selfless. A man he was❤

I grew up watching the NBA with Bill Walton and Snapper Jones calling the games. I enjoyed their banter as much as the games. Bill Walton is one of my all-time favorites. Rest in Peace knowing you made your mark on this world and so many people with your kindness, humor, generosity, and humanity.

@anthonyhernandez2111

Ай бұрын

Right there with ya..growing up and all the laughs I had with my cousins hearing Bill. it was awesome and something ill never forget. he was very knowledgeable as well of course

@rayrodemoyer9404

Ай бұрын

What a wonderful human being

What an amazing story. It really shows how much of an impact and how damn good people can be if they try. Great man, RIP Bill Walton.

I was on the Midway for 2 years. Very cool that Mike Breen's father served onboard too. We used to call it hotel 41

Bill Walton... Legendary person.

I have watched maybe 25 videos paying tribute to Bill and not one bad thing said about him. Just how much he CARED for the fellow humans he shared this earth with. That is THE measure of a persons life that MATTERS❤😊🎉

What a Bill Walton Story. Mike, told it perfectly.

Throw it down big Man!

Thanks to Malika Andrews and the entire ESPN family for the Respect you have shown for Bill Walton, a wonderful man!

@Ivan-Gutierrez6969

Ай бұрын

Meaning she didn’t mention his criminal history

@MrRufusRToyota

Ай бұрын

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@mahadigadsden8319

Ай бұрын

@@Ivan-Gutierrez6969Bot alert 🚨

@johnhernandez495

Ай бұрын

@@Ivan-Gutierrez6969 Low class!!

@8kigana

Ай бұрын

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Damn, I got choked up. Good stuff.

Bill Walton was one of one. There will never be anyone like him. He was truly unique. I grew up in SoCal a UCLA fan and watched what he did as a player (88 game win streak) and as a student/human being standing up for the rights of veterans and civil rights for the black community.

Best Bill Walton Story i've ever heard. Thank you for sharing such a personal memory.

Two things make me react strongly in this world: the horrors of mankind, and genuine goodness. Equally intense, but complete opposites in nature.

@yaredmussie4086

Ай бұрын

Goat comment

What a great story Mike Breen about the great Bill Walton

One of the best "stories" of Bill Walton's life was his mentorship under and life long friendship with coach John Wooden. John was a noted "straight - laced" Christian, Bill an iconoclast pot - head "seeker". An odd couple, but both had a deep, abiding respect and friendship for each other - the love of basketball brought them together at UCLA.

@williestyle35

Ай бұрын

0:16 "...the gym my church" is a statement of the outpouring of love of basketball Bill brought to UCLA and was fed by coach Wooden.

What a beautiful story. Bill Walton had a sentimental heart of gold and was the genuine article, what you see is what you got. I also remember how much Bill ( and Kareem ) revered John Wooden and his various rules of life ( like "Practice doesn't make Perfect, Only Perfect Practice make Perfect" ), so it would make perfect sense that Bill would treat Mike Breen's father with the attention he deserved. I gotta dig up some of my Grateful Dead albums in his honor.

I thought l had ten more years of listening to Bill Walton doing games. Now, I wish l had ten more years of listening to Bill Walton doing games.

Beautiful story

I don't cry much, but this made me weep.......Bill Walton lived life to its fullest and we all should strive to emulate this great man

Beautifully told Bill was a beautiful human being

@mikeokeeffe6163

Ай бұрын

Indeed. Geez, what a loss.

The Leader of the Band… A marvelous basketball player, an even better human being.

Just one of many stories of him.

Now this is a great story that shows what a great human he was.

Bill Walton will be missed, he is so funny, colorful and unique.

Thank you for a beautiful story about a beautiful man! Had the pleasure to see him play at UCLA... he was truly beautiful to watch!

Damn, what a guy…makes me want to do better … RIP Bill

Malika, you wrapped up that interview beautifully. Thank You Mike for sharing a wonderful story.

He is like an old school Irish man with his hospitallity, Bill Walton Mom and Dad must have been Unbelievable People graced from God!!!!

The craziest thing I remember about bill walton as a kid growing up was his mountain man like look while playing with Portland. I remember sports illustrated doing an article the was labeled "Walton or Jabbar who is the better big man." I had to get that magazine to read the article which at times referred to him as the mountain man. I also laughed at his championship speech outside after Portland won the title. The classic "who ever stole my bike please just return it." Bill was a free spirited man who enjoyed everyday. I have no doubt that had injuries not curtailed his career that he would have probably been the greatest all round big man to ever lace up a pair of tennis for the NBA. Gone way to soon. RIP BIG FELLA! Thanks for the memories😊.

It got a little dusty in my house....beautiful story

BIll Walton, thank you for EVERYTHING

Thank you for bringing Mike Breen in, such a wonderful memory shared, helps with the sorrow.

I loved him at NBC as part of “the trio”… those were some phenomenal broadcasts! Bill Walton is a quality human and a reminder of what is possible when we… DARE TO LOVE excellently!!

that is a beautiful story of affection and human compassion as a friend ❤️❤️. tearing!!

Let’s all give a moment of silence to this legend

I needed one more great Bill Walton story and that is the greatest of them all.

This is what life is about. Amazing story. Amazing person. RIP Bill. You left your mark

Malika Andrews - ESPN, You're amazing! I hit the like button as soon as I saw it!

God bless Bill Walton and his family. Rest easy.

This is beautiful 😢

Breen & Bill Walton did the commentary for the Pistons-Pacers Brawl, they did such a good job! MB: “And now ARTEST is in the STANDS! He’s gota look in his eye right now that’s VERY scary.” Walton: “This is a disgrace.”

@bobbenbrown123

Ай бұрын

Artest was a hot headed asshole 😡

@beholden1663

Ай бұрын

Wow! I had no idea Bill broadcast that 2004 brawl? I thought Bill just broadcasted college primarily PAC-12. I will have to look at the you tube footage if there is any available.

Working a game or interviewing him was just like a Robin Williams event, you never knew what was going to happen in that game or interview. Thank you Bill for those memories.

Great story rip Mr Walton

Bill was such a great person: forget basketball. RIP Bill. THE GOAT! Man He affected my life in a positive way...Thanks Bill for being great! Typical Bill story here: Bill was a real man with compassion and intelligence.

Bill was one special dude.

What an amazing story.

I'm hearing all these stories and tributes to Bill Walton but this one had me tearing up😂. What a wonderful human being! RIP my dear friend. You did bring joy by your presence. You are missed.

Really shows what a beautiful and caring person Bill was. You will be missed champ. RIP.

Shine the light - Be the Light ✨️ - Bill Walton

I wasn’t ready to cry watching this video. Bless you Mike, and thank you Bill!

Quite a story. Thanks for sharing it.

Bill is in heaven with john nell wooden

Bill Walton, a truly great human being...a credit to his family, his hometown, and the country. He will be missed by many.

Im a big big time college bb fan i loved thursday night pac 22 bb with dave pasch i met him at a dead show and i told him to sit down lol very very nice person RIP

Wonderful story. Thank you.

Special guy. Gave alot of love to people.

Listen to the commentating of Lebron James first national BB game on T.V, when he was in H.S. I was so upset after that game. Over the years, I learned more about him. May he rest in peace. He's a legend.

That story is exactly who Bill and his entire family were. His parents and Bruce had that incredible heart for people.

Mr. Breen thank you for sharing

Mike, thanks for sharing that wonderful, touching, and very personal story. I got teary eyed. Loved Bill and I think there are many more similar stories. They don't make 'em like the big red head anymore. Shine on Bill, shine on.

What a wonderful story!! Thank you so so much for sharing that! ❤️ Man, I'm at a lost for words. Just wonderful. Wow!

I don't think I'm the only one that shed tears during that story. Rest in peace Big Red.

Someone cutting 🧅🧅 in my living room… Great, touching story from the HF Mike Breen! #bang

Really great player and person, celtic fan

Fun Bill Walton Fact : his son Luke Walton is named after friend and former Portland Trailblazers teammate Maurice Lucas. "Big Luke" Lucas passed away in 2010, the same year as Walton's former UCLA coach John Wooden.

What a story. Loved Bill Walton.

Saw him play at UCLA and a few GD shows. Never got to meet him directly but felt I knew him. Bless your soul Bill

That hit hard... incredible... like he was too good to be real....

Mr. Breen that was a great story Of BILL Walton the kindness thank you for sharing it

Bill was an incredible neighbor of mine, and will be missed.

San Diego native Bill Walton was an avid bicycle rider. They commissioned a statue of him and his bicycle. At the unveiling, he rode his bike there, made a speech, took photos, shook hands and signed everything. When it was over, he got on his bike and left. True story. Bill Walton was a San Diegan He loved his hometown and we loved him

What a man . . . and now he is gone . . . and the 🌎didn't even know he was sick, so WE could have given him his 🥀🥀🥀! #😓

Thank You for sharing Malika 🤙

That is beautiful. What a classical human being.

Thanks for the memories Bill! 😢

There aren't many people in this world who makes this world a bit of a better place. Bill was one of those.

Love this guy

Great story . Thank you for sharing it. . God bless ..

I'm not crying... it's raining. RIP Bill Walton❤️🙏

What a touching story.

Thanks, Mike, for that remembrance, it was great.

Great story...

Not since Steve Irwin's passing have I been so saddened by the death of a celebrity/well-known person.

Thanks Mike..now I'm weeping.

What a touching story RIP Bill

Nothing to add...BW had an outsized heart and generous spirit. RIP, Big Fella!