you know someone is a defensive specialist when you can watch him playing d for 9 mins

@commonsense8045

7 жыл бұрын

Lucky Luciano right

@hahyunlee

6 жыл бұрын

Watched the whole video and didn't realize it was 9 min till I read your comment lol

@rafaelr0dman342

5 жыл бұрын

I have 5-6 (1.70) if I were taller then it would be Dennis Rodman from the park

@xj_yinx

5 жыл бұрын

@@rafaelr0dman342 LOL.. you're one of those pathetic "If I were... I would..." kids 😂

@babymylo4909

5 жыл бұрын

Against stars like Curry, Klay, KD and Westbrook mostly too

"the best defender I ever faced" - Kobe Bryant

@kearyholsey1734

8 жыл бұрын

and kobe faced michael jordan, one of the best defenders of all time.

@marmak256

8 жыл бұрын

Yea, i know it is crazy but Tony Allen is a lockdown beast.Yeezus Christ

@XxMVPxDawg

8 жыл бұрын

+Yeezus Christ When he played Jordan Kobe's game wasn't anywhere near complete. And in Jordans Wizards days he was nothing like he was in the past.

@kearyholsey1734

8 жыл бұрын

+XxMVPxDawg jordan was still in his prime in 98 and that's when kobe was getting into his prime

@XxMVPxDawg

8 жыл бұрын

Yeezus Christ No? Kobe's prime wasn't until 8 years later.

One of the best defenders. Ever.

@martianmanhunter3806

7 жыл бұрын

id say as good or if not better than rodman tbh

@imanshumpert4258

7 жыл бұрын

One of the most underrated players ever too

@raymaster972

6 жыл бұрын

Kawhi Leonard

@2ndChanceZ

5 жыл бұрын

MasteredTheUniverse No... Kawhi just plays great defense. Tony Allen was relentless with his defense. There's a huge difference.

@Raiderfan-dp7du

5 жыл бұрын

Y’all forgetting about the glove???

Allen epitomized what it means to be unrelenting.

@josephthomas98

6 жыл бұрын

Dennis Rodman..

@strangers7022

5 жыл бұрын

Love it

If you have never played basketball you really can’t appreciate how difficult it is to play that type of defense throughout a game. It takes a TREMENDOUS amount of energy and strength.

@loafofbread1388

10 ай бұрын

Seriously. Watching him fight through screens is nothing short of inspiring.

@abel6298

6 ай бұрын

Read your bible! (KJV, preferably) ♥‎‎

@nbassasin8092

19 күн бұрын

and IQ and reflexes to not foul while doing it

This isn’t a normal highlight reel. This is specifically guarding prime Klay and KD. Like, 8 minutes of it are guarding those two. What a monster.

@DloNC

8 ай бұрын

They we’re still growing at the time definitely not their prim years but still two cold guards

@alvinfigueroa3144

8 ай бұрын

@@DloNC there’s a pretty good argument based on stats that KD and Klay were at their prime then. Regardless, klay was averaging 20+ and KD was around 30+. So making great defensive plays against them were something most defenders weren’t capable of doing.

@DloNC

8 ай бұрын

@@alvinfigueroa3144 well just based on the video, it looks like 2013 Okc vs Mem. And just going off of that, that was the year KD made his first final appearance, in which i would argue was before his prime , and with Klay being drafted in 2011 , id doubt he would be in his prime after 2years in the NBA , just going by the video.

@DaGreatGatsby123

4 ай бұрын

@@DloNCActually that was the start of KD prime. 2012/13-ish

@akiraSRT

4 ай бұрын

@@DloNCbro what lol KD went to the finals in that time. And Curry was an All Star

A steal and then a missed fastbreak layup on the other end is the signature Tony Allen play

@jonathansuaybaguio7624

Жыл бұрын

You got me at first... 😅😅

@thatmadlad5381

8 ай бұрын

loool 😂😂

that last defensive play... he sacrificed his body for that extra possession.. thats the dude i want on my team

@AirCanada1J5

3 жыл бұрын

That was my favorite defensive play I've seen live

@VLASLAM

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah!!!

@willdixon2587

2 жыл бұрын

They should award him a fumble recovery along with the steal.

Those Grit and Grind Grizzlies teams were so fun to watch defensively.

@cheeto6057

4 жыл бұрын

But that offense!😬😬😬

@Mommascooking420

4 жыл бұрын

Dr. Clan true lmao

Came here after the KD interview where he mentions Tony Allen as the toughest defender he ever played. He wasn't lying 👀

@niggato23

4 жыл бұрын

Just like The Black Mamba

@3eddie

3 ай бұрын

Ye fr he the professional KD defender

One of the most unorthodox defensive players I've ever seen. Love this fuckin' guy. Wish he was still a Celtic.

@devvv4616

7 жыл бұрын

is he unorthodox? what's an orthodox defense look like? i'm genuinely curious. Is kawhi orthodox?

@Tipzyyy

7 жыл бұрын

His general instincts are unique. He a lot of times gets burned by lower-tier players. It's LITERALLY impossible for this guy to be screened, he has a lot of moves to avoid being screened. I've been watching the grizz basically since he first arrived to memphis from the celts. And I've seen him spin to avoid screens, follow the offensive player's path, and just straight up push his way through. It's really hard to explain what makes him so unique as a defender but the best way to put it is... Dropping 30 pts doesn't excite him...if he achieved the record of forced turnovers in a game, that would excite him. He's an NBA player only because he can defend anyone 1-4

Every team needs a Tony Allen

@troylee4196

2 ай бұрын

Only the good ones Not trying to see the Hornets waste skill

@ninjachannel007

7 күн бұрын

@@troylee4196 This comment is about 5-6 years too late. They were the Bobcats when he played. And as a Charlotte native, I'd like to point out to you that people were saying the same thing about teams like OKC, Minnesota, NY, and Philly. They got better players, now they're good. Brandon Miller could be Jayson Tatum in 3 years, playing next to a healthy Melo, with Mark Williams solidified as a DPOY candidate. That's why we watch.

tony allen made me recognize my passion for defense when he played for the celtics. ty, grindfather 🙏 oh ya, or more thing. first team. all defense.

Thank you so much for uploading these. Defense is really an understated quality that doesn't get as much recognition as a flashy pass or a bucket. Tony Allen-the grindfather.

@mygaffer

10 ай бұрын

Defense is an important part of the game that gets short shrift, just like Tony Allen shorted the NBA player's health care plan. Which is why he's doing jail time.

@abel6298

6 ай бұрын

Read your bible! (KJV, preferably) ♥‎‎

A guy like this is who should be getting big money in the nba. Defense is so valuable nowadays bc it’s more rare to find

@troylee4196

2 ай бұрын

When people play good defense people complain everything is a foul

every time when there was a switch, the other guy was like "Oh s**t go away... go back to your KD... Ahhh!"...

@MrUrkel0730

7 жыл бұрын

Yanhao He lol and jacking up ill-advised shots to avoid feeding KD

Best perimeter defender I've ever seen (Or at least top 3). Great lateral quickness and great hands

@henryhopkins8645

8 жыл бұрын

Don't forget about the glove ;)

@tysond.3735

7 жыл бұрын

It's been a very long time since Gary Payton has been in the league, let alone playing as well as he did as the glove.

@emmanuelmoses7249

7 жыл бұрын

Henry Hopkins GP isn't as good as Tony Allen.

@IanLEAU

7 жыл бұрын

+Emmanuel Moses What? That's stupid man, what does Tony Allen have over GP on defence? I know Tony Allen is probably the best on ball defender there is now, but GP? No one could discredit what he did in this league as a defender, not even M.J.

@emmanuelmoses7249

7 жыл бұрын

IanLEAU Allen just plays better defense

That steal on Klay Thompson was super aggressive and clean no foul. Only basketball players will appreciate how difficult that is to do without fouling

3:57 this man covered Curry's eyes without committing a foul. Crazy.

@TOOL8T

Жыл бұрын

High IQ defending

@spoonsVSforks

Жыл бұрын

Fr I don’t understand why players don’t do that more 😂

imagine a tony allen kawhi leonard 1 v 1....shit would go on for days

@jassnaj7443

8 жыл бұрын

yeah considering Tony allen on offense is equal to james har_en on defense

@emmanuelmoses7249

8 жыл бұрын

Kawhi would easily win, Tony can't score on Kawhi.

@gee_kaz

7 жыл бұрын

its a tie dude lol,kawhi can't score on tony either

@sadcomplex839

7 жыл бұрын

Kawhi: ability to score+defend Allen: ability to defend

@pasta8793

7 жыл бұрын

kawhi would smash his ass tony allen would score negative points

This dude is easily the greatest defender to ever play. He literally covered Curry's eyes while jumping past him and never fouled.. he was a genius on d.

@frewtlewps1152

3 ай бұрын

Six all defense teams and stats don’t tell the whole story of Tony Allen’s impact. He could’ve won DPOY. Every player that had to face him in that era said he was the best defender ever.

@AllPRAIZE

3 ай бұрын

That was one of the greatest defensive efforts I’ve ever seen.

@davidschmidt1793

28 күн бұрын

Greatest defender ever is a huge exageration and that's coming from a Tony Allen fan. When it comes to on ball defense, he's the best I've seen at his position, but that's not the same as being the best defender ever. Guys like Hakeem and David Robinson had bigger defensive impacts due to being rim protectors who could also spread the floor. Guys like that combined great on ball defense with tons of blocks, rim protection and even getting 2+ steals per game.

@greysonG10

27 күн бұрын

@@davidschmidt1793 Nah, they had a physical advantage in size. Tony is the greatest

@davidschmidt1793

27 күн бұрын

@@greysonG10 That makes no sense. They were bigger but also did a lot more. In terms of being a better overall defender at his position, Jordan was also ahead of Allen. Plus, this is not a pound for pound discussion, otherwise guys like Iverson would be in the Goat debate, it's simply about who had more defensive impact and those are the big man. That doesn't mean I'd pick Ewing over Rodman, but there are many factors at hand.

Kawhi: Lebron's Kryptonite Tony: Durant's Nightmare

@nineseven5252

6 жыл бұрын

JAM Cee You can only slow down LeBron and Durant.

@yongkevin2557

6 жыл бұрын

Bowen: Carter's Nightmare

@nineseven5252

5 жыл бұрын

@@heirfang2100 How so

@nineseven5252

5 жыл бұрын

Señor Maestro Tf has KD accomplished 😂

@bereket9795

5 жыл бұрын

@Señor Maestro lmao... so what was lebron's stats when he faced kawhi in the finals?

one of the best ever. monster at 6'4 gaurds 1-3!!

The way he snakes through the screen and still defending is a thing of beauty

The hand in Steph Curry’s face without fouling is a classic

We need more Tony Allen’s in today’s league. I can’t believe how entertaining it was to watch this whole video of him playing defense.

@gavenmersha5694

Жыл бұрын

They gonna call foul on everything the league charmin now

Tony Allen was guarding these players like a shutdown corner!! Sometimes they couldn't throw the ball over there! He gets off on defense making players shot 9 -27, or 4-21, they might get 20 or more but the have to shoot 10-32 to get it . First Team All Defense!!!

One of the reasons the grizzlies win games. This man limits points for superstars

What no one sees and it’s truly f’n amazing is the amount of effort his teammates put in to try and match his energy. Ive seen plenty of players make their team better offensively and I’ve seen plenty of players play outstanding individual defense but I’ve never seen one player have that kinda influence on a entire team defensively. That’s insane!!

@OUrNit03

11 ай бұрын

Great point. Memphis wasn't known for its Grit until Allen got there.

Tony was making future NBA legends look pedestrian. This man deserves HOF

@lioninthesun

10 ай бұрын

Actually I agree, I think he is a hall of fame level defender and more emphasis should be put on the importance of defense

If this guy ever developed a consistent offensive game or jumper omg

@justicemurphy23

7 жыл бұрын

He's pretty old now..I think he's in his mid 30s even though he's still in great shape especially for his age I think it's too late for him to develop his game.

@TheYoungMuTe

7 жыл бұрын

+NationalBandwagonAssociation I know I meant developed* as in when he was younger

@youngpatrick29

6 жыл бұрын

JSizzle he said developed not develops

@Agbahizzal

5 жыл бұрын

I think he spent all his time in the weight room and in tbe film room. U dont become that defensively savvy practicing ur jumpshots. (No offense Steve Nash)

@onda_dr_quinn3942

5 жыл бұрын

Dude could barely make a layup. Put all of his attributes on defence.

If he could play any offense, he'd be a perennial allstar

@cantiflascantiflas8460

2 жыл бұрын

Not threes but at least dunks on a fast break

@timeflies313

Жыл бұрын

Basically Kawhi lol

Whos here after draymond said he was the best defender ever lol

@yahyajama8233

3 жыл бұрын

Me draymond hilarious 😂

@mat52298

3 жыл бұрын

Me🤣🤣

@znation9276

3 жыл бұрын

what this man draymond talking about!!! he a clown

@seane6599

3 жыл бұрын

Draymond disrespecting so many greats with that statement. Gary Payton, Ben Wallace, Hakeem, MJ, Pippen, Bill Russell, so many others.

@yahyajama8233

3 жыл бұрын

@@seane6599 Dwight Howard was a better defender too

What a defensive beast... First team ALL DEFENSE!

66 offense 91 defense!!!

@austinclaw

5 жыл бұрын

Should've been 95+ on defense

@kenshinhimura8708

5 жыл бұрын

Pikasaurous 95 Defensive Awareness 95 Hustle 99 Steal 99 block Defensive Anchor Lockdown Defender Pickpocket Scrapper

@brandonwilkins6816

4 жыл бұрын

Lmao

@cloutstefan7030

4 жыл бұрын

@@kenshinhimura8708 nba 2k14?

@kenshinhimura8708

4 жыл бұрын

@clout stefan yes but I usually fix player’s stats to their actual values from 2K10-2K14

I’m a Warriors fan but I fucking love Tony Allen! I wish more players had his relentlessness and tenacity to play defense like he does. He’s straight up channeling Gary Payton!

I'm happy he ended up having such a great career. He was one of my favorite celtics growing up and I was devastated when he got that knee injury. But he came back and had a great career

First Team All Defense!!!

@martianmanhunter3806

7 жыл бұрын

i died during the nba inside tracks bit

@thesuperhughes3

7 жыл бұрын

rip

the pure pride he has in his defense is awesome

I didn’t really get into basketball till I was 17, But boy did I miss out on this monster, Not comparing myself to this legend, But he reminds me of myself on the court, Always hustling to stop the ball

He was a defensive beast!

The Black Mamba himself said on TV that Tony Allen was the best defender ever. That says a lot about Tony Allen.

Man, this highlight reel does Tony justice, nvr knew he was that good on this side of the ball. Guarding the NBAs elite scorers KD,Klay,Dame,Russ,Curry. That western conference at that time, I wanna watch more defense highlight reels.

We should’ve seen this coming with all these steals he was getting

@topshotkyy9777

2 жыл бұрын

You’re not funny or original

@lightlysalted8874

2 жыл бұрын

@@topshotkyy9777 ^ found the burner

@anev.9620

2 жыл бұрын

bruhhhhh

@anev.9620

2 жыл бұрын

🤣🤣🤣

Both Kobe and Durant have said that he’s the toughest defender they faced. Says a lot

Imagine trying to score on a lineup of Tony Allen, Patrick Beverly/Gary Payton, Avery Bradley/Scottie Pippen, Dennis Rodman, Hakeem Olajuwon?.....just stay on the bench if you don't want to go 0 for 32.

@mxchael9931

6 жыл бұрын

Loso Haaan add bill Russell to that

@foulvale3537

6 жыл бұрын

Michael Jordan and Kobe Bryant

@yhwhfearingguy646

6 жыл бұрын

Loso Haaan they'll get tired

@chuboasshippo2181

6 жыл бұрын

Ben Wallace & kg too

@shayan1702

6 жыл бұрын

Loso Haaan What about Rubin Patterson, Charles Oakley, Lance stephenson. U need some goons on court.

Is it just me, but who says non championship teams aren’t remembered. I’m not even a grizz fan, but watching him lock in on defense Amps up my motivation in life!

His defense is superb but what I love is his vision to go from defense to fast break, spotting his teammates who are making the runs and releasing them at the right time.

maybe a very limited offensive player but definitely a defensive-specialist! one of the rare guys you would pay just to watch his incredible defense ...

@perryjohnson7659

5 жыл бұрын

..he was a fan favorite in Memphis..we wanted to see what his reaction would b after he made a play..good ole days

The man guarded a 7 foot guy at 6'6

@aaronlopez8464

7 жыл бұрын

Kobe Wan Kenobi he's 6'4

@niggato23

4 жыл бұрын

Dikembe Mutombo yeah

@niggato23

4 жыл бұрын

Aaron Lopez who cares smart ass

@freddyls7616

3 жыл бұрын

Hes 6’3.5

@robertcarter1358

3 жыл бұрын

@@niggato23 that makes it even more impressive

I loved watching him defend. He played like a football player, like a Corner covering a wr. Watching him lockdown on Kobe, Lebron, KD. I could see him guarding Jordan. He wouldn't shut him down but definitely give him a lower percentage shooting night

Ive watched ALL generations of this game... Tony allen is the best wing defensive player I have ever seen. ive watched jrue, michael cooper, bruce bowen, jordan/pippen, sidney moncrief, alvin robertson, the glove, artest, etc. Theres no wing guard/forward with the level of intensity and passion defensively i have ever seen than allen. Kobe, Durant said he was the toughest ever, and lebron put him in the top 3. Watch he denies the ball precatch, so it forces the player to get the ball where they DONT want it or he intercepts it. Then he puts pressure and shows hands so the player hesitates to get to their spot. He has a strong base but it is one of the quickest laterally i have EVER seen. He gambles a lot to steal but his recovery instinct and agility is unmatched... He is the definition of grit and grind and earned his due! Ever guard in the nation has to watch and learn from a video like this. It is a masterclass on how to lockdown...

who is here when draymond said he is the best defender ever

Here after draymond

Need guys like this back in the league it makes basketball so much more enjoyable to watch.

He defends KD well, would have been a nice addition to Cleveland this season

@TheRafaelBond

6 жыл бұрын

too old by now

@gammalierparrilla8567

6 жыл бұрын

Nigga too old

Tony Allen is Klay Thompson and Kevin Durant's nightmare

@jimlee2905

8 жыл бұрын

the warriors are the Grizzlies nightmare

@kadrakayoung1647

7 жыл бұрын

Now they're on the same team He's finna have a field day with them😂

This is why we need an NBA HOF for guys like him.

Pound for pound Allen maybe the greatest defender I've ever seen. The way he defends and wreaks havoc on elite players day in and day out is impressive. The guy is so short also

He has great joints & instincts to defend the way he did

Thank you for this video! You don't see too many defensive players get shown this much love

reported asks tony : how are you able to defend from 1-4 at times? tony: I lift alot of weights .

Couldn't score a lick but man can this man defend. Very under-appreciated career in the NBA.

Not gonna lie Tony Allen looks like an athletic Martin Luther King jr

All these plays were in the playoffs, man it's sad seeing Memphis suffer this year.. we be back next year though.

@chipsonhughes1369

5 жыл бұрын

We ain’t back “next year” 😭

@perryjohnson7659

5 жыл бұрын

..we back next year..definitely year after MG4L

@khanman8113

4 жыл бұрын

Y’all will be back this year

@chrisbeach423

4 жыл бұрын

Khan Man yea but they are trying to push memphis out of the playoffs with the new proposal

@Victor_117

3 жыл бұрын

Chipson Hughes y’all got young players like Ja and Jaren Jackson Jr. I’m sure you’ll make it to the playoffs

You never see Durant as uncomfortable now as Allen was making him back then, forcing him into traps, inefficient spots. Amazing.

Hes EVERYWHERE. What an inspiration

This was beautiful to watch.

Loving this channel keep up the great work. Im loving the "Lockdown" series

klay thompson and kevin durant lowlights

Bro it's been like 5 years and everytime i mean literally everytime i watch last play i get hyped

Allen’s commitment is unwavering 💯

Ahhhhh, finally an uploader who features defene and fundamentals. Well done, Evin Gualberto.

T_ny Allen > James Har_en

@equalpower5592

6 жыл бұрын

BBB PPP no I think they are embodiments of offense and defense.

@duck8624

6 жыл бұрын

BBB PPP w

@tyshawn5983

5 жыл бұрын

😂😂😂

This is one of the greatest lockdown/on ball defence I’ve ever seen wow

One of my fave players ever.

players like tony allen, marcus smart, kawhi leonard are the sort of players that do all the hard work to get their teams wins.

@_xthe_wildhogx_2309

8 жыл бұрын

Marcus smart are you kidding me

@ivanguardado99

8 жыл бұрын

+_xThe_WildHOGx_ Marcus smart I may have some doubts because he's new-ish but he should have said like Avery Bradley or someone else.

the only player ik that prides himself on defense

@onda_dr_quinn3942

5 жыл бұрын

Warren Davison lol no.. plenty of dudes who did that, and some of those guys are even in the hall of fame.

@CEOofEPO

5 жыл бұрын

Onda_Dr_Quinn he said that he knows

@Tstewa4869

4 жыл бұрын

Don"t count out Patrick Beverley

One of my favorite players ever

Watching him play defense is poetry

So this is why Durant left

Who else came here cause of the Kobe comment?

@travisblankenship6643

6 жыл бұрын

Rene Prado u mean where he called Allen the best defensive player he's ever faced?

@willfrazier8485

5 жыл бұрын

KD comment

@rice909

4 жыл бұрын

Kevin Durant and Kobe both said Tony Allen

Beautiful

watching this video makes me want to practice defense harder. thanks evin!

Anybody here after Draymond talked smack?

Had to come see what up after Draymond stamped himself as the best lockdown 😂😂😂😂

Been waiting for more defense highlights! Great job on the channel (y)

I love this guy....so active, such a hard worker...and not a dirty player like Beverley

his defense is keeping him in the NBA because he has terrible offense

@Fongy99

7 жыл бұрын

and James Harden's offence keeps him in the NBA because he has terrible defence.

@primstar44

7 жыл бұрын

Brayden yep

@benwallace5364

7 жыл бұрын

+Brayden offense is more important than defense and James Harden has not terrible defense he has average defense

@Fongy99

7 жыл бұрын

Patrick Robertson Harden is one of the worst defenders in the league. And offence isn't more important necessarily. Stars need to have offence but role players (Tony Allen, Patrick Beverly, Delly) can play without much offence and contribute on the defensive end.

@benwallace5364

7 жыл бұрын

+Brayden well I mean he's not a good defender but guys like Curry and Lillard have even worse defense and nobody gonna say shit about it

Who's here after KD said Tony Allen was the toughest defender ever played with?

@ericcathey9388

3 жыл бұрын

😅🤣😂

The crazy thing about that last play was that he went all out for that steal in the middle of the 3rd quarter with an 11 point lead. Dude was all about getting that ball back for his team. Awesome stuff!

Your videos make for the best film sessions. Thanks bro!

Who here after hearing Draymond Green is the best defender of league

If Cleveland had prime Tony Allen they could beat Golden State 💯

I love this dude

My favorite player in the NBA to watch

Who came here after curry's interview...

grizzlies are such a tough defensive team

@Miltonman100

9 жыл бұрын

They do need some more playmakers though.They never scored over 100 points in the second round.

@ncongnolancong

9 жыл бұрын

Miltonman100 yeah they need a scorer for sure.

@Miltonman100

9 жыл бұрын

Nice Meme Until they get a glue guy at the SF position,They wont reach the finals.And I love watching the Grizzlies.The Grit N Grind style is polar opposite of most teams in the west.But Tony Allen cannot start for a contender.He's too much of an offensive liability.The Rudy Gay trade sortve hurt them in the long run because he could actually score and defend(When engaged).They still miss that production.

@Miltonman100

8 жыл бұрын

+Prince Cyrill i agree but memphis cant even score over 100 points.The last team I remember winning a title not scoring over 100 ppg is the 2004 pistons in which they had arguably the greatest TEAM defense of all time allowing only 84 pog which is incredible! I say the rudy trade hurt them is because memphis has had this huge hole at SF for the last 2.5 years and has gotten virtually no production from that spot.They have had stop gap guys like James Johnson Tayshaun Prince but neither one of those guys consistently produce at a high level on offense to prevent teams from double teaming gasol or randolph

@cashoutsteve2495

8 жыл бұрын

+Miltonman100 Add Jeff "Inconsistent" Green in the mix.

FIRST TEAM!!! Miss you TA... GRIT N GRIND FOREVER!!!! Go GRIZZ!

Cool video. Really captures the defensive tenacity and desire of Tony Allen. Good job. Well done.