What Gary Vitti Told Kobe Bryant When He RUPTURED His Achilles Tendon!
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- Опубликовано: 16 янв 2023
- Gary Vitti goes into detail about what happened behind the scenes when Kobe Bryant ruptured his achilles tendon, and why it could have been a statement to Paul Pierce!
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OFF THE DRIBBLE features Byron Scott who is a 3 time NBA champion with the Showtime Lakers of the 80s. Byron famously played with and coached players such as Magic Johnson, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Kobe Bryant, Shaquille O'Neal, and many others. Byron also coached for multiple NBA franchises including the Head Coach for the Lakers from 2014-2016. On this podcast Byron will be interviewing former and current athletes as well as guests from the sports and entertainment world. He will give you the behind the scenes stories you've never heard before.
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The dude walked up and down the court with a freaking ruptured achilles tendon and shot free throws just to send a message to Paul Pierce is some next level stuff. rip Kobe, thank for sharing the stories.
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And by the way there wasn't any point where he went and talked to the trainer for this long so this guy just making all of this up. He's trying to but himself into the story for some weird reason. What a clown.
@@jamesmiller5331 could've been in the back
@Patrick no man. Kobe got up and shot the free throws on his own volition. He didn't go to the back and talk to this guy first.
This guy is butting in to a situation that is on freaking video and can be verified that he's lying. It's as if he's trying to get the credibility for what Kobe did himself. It's weird.
@@jamesmiller5331he was there. You weren’t 😂😂😂
So refreshing to hear new Kobe stories
If you watch the replay there wasn't enough time for this conversation to go down. It's all bulshit.
@@jamesmiller5331 you was there?
@@officialzacht dude. It was on TV. Want me to send you a link or can you handle that Google search?
@@jamesmiller5331 yeah but doesn’t take long for a quick conversation lol act like you was there or sum
@@officialzacht 🤦♂️
Ok👍
So Kobe tore his Achilles & was still trying to figure out a way to play on it? Mannnnn…..his determination was unmatched.
That made me cry
If they could just taped it up and play he would have done it 😢
his stupidity and stubbornness as well were unmatched. it’s what made him happy and he was hypersuccessful so in a way good for him; but this is in every other way pathological behaviour. generally speaking no one should hold onto habits or ways of reacting that hurts them. he was hurting himself. if someone was a warehouse manager and had the dedication that Kobe l had for basketball, his closest friends would do an intervention and talk him out of it. And his other friends would talk shit about him and call him a loser. But because Kobe’s passion was basketball his fans seem to let it pass that he was borderline engaged in constant self-harm and sleep deprivation.
@@johnnysecular he was from stupid, stubbornness yes but he was brilliant besides this is a common thing amongst great human beings. They learn on their own path and he eventually did.
@@johnnysecular so, you’re ok with players like Kawhi Leonard acting like divas doing “load management” cheating ppl that pay top dollar to watch them play? I’ll take Kobe’s mindset over any athlete. Kobe could’ve played another year or two, but didn’t. Once he was done with Basketball he was done with it.
He made both free throws. Loved the guy for over 20 years. Likely to never care for another athlete or celebrity as I did him. He will forever be missed.
He raped a young woman.
@@tgrimshaw you ever hear of a Rape victim dropping charges after it was discovered that multiple semen samples from multiple men were found in the panties she wore during the alleged rape? What about a rape victim that had taken off the panties she wore during said alleged rape, had sex with other men and then put back on the same panties she had worn during said alleged rape and then filed said rape charges later on? 🧐 Me either. You of all people Ms. Grimshaw should have used the term “Allegedly” in your statement considering he was never convicted of the said alleged rape. 🤷🏻♂️
Ur favorite athlete is a rapist
@@cisco234 Says who? Your opinion is not above the Court of Law, and the court of Law says otherwise. 🤡
Settled out of court bro.
That alone implies guilt.
Vitti leaving was the end of an era alongside Kobe. You can't buy that mentality on any trainer in the league. Vitti had to negotiate with a fucking killer every single day. 💪
Very well said!
Facts
Vitty goes so far down the laker lore all the way since the 80s, what a amazing person he was for the purple and gold.
well said 👏
Watching them walking off in the sunset together when both of them retired brings tears to my eyes. Truly the end of an era 😢
Kobe was and still is a life coach without ever even knowing it. Much love KB24 🙌🏻
He knew💯
@@centurionwilliams8765 yea man, we’re all pretty lucky tbh
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Yes sir I watch some of his interviews just to motivate me for everyday life
The MOST impressive part of that story to me is in that moment of pain, anger, frustration or whatever else he felt, he was able to immediately switch into a show of strength and comfort for his kids.
A man amongst boys.
Missing him is an understatement
If you watch the final moments of Kobe's last game, wait until he's he comes off the court and look at the interaction between Kobe and Vitti. Very telling and shows how much Kobe respected him.
last game was legendary moment it brought me to tears
They retired together
@@562LA2THEBAY legendary moment for the both of them
Really miss seeing Vitti on the sidelines.
the goat
to your kids you dont wanna show weakness because u are their strength. brought tears to my eyes when he just switched to show his kids he is fine. rip kobe
I still get chills and goosebumps just hearing Kobe’s name from his peers
Right!!! Glad we witnessed his greatness
The fact that Kobe wanted to send a message to paul pierce with his injury, Kobe a mad man my guy. i love it
Yep, the wimp that went into locker room in a wheelchair and came out two minutes later like it was nothing. Kobe ain't having none of that
RIP Kobe. It's still saddening. Shout out to Kobe. 💪🏾
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hopefully lebron's satanic sacrifice was worth it
The fact that he still remembered the Paul Pierce situation tells you how much he doesn't really forget those things and how he motivates himself.
Wow ! Wow! Wow! 👏👏👏 For the last 3 years, all I ever see is podcasters interviewing former NBA players to tell Kobe stories… and All I ever wondered was why has no one interviewed the great Gary Vitti!!! Legendary trainer, Legendary Laker, awesome interview!! What a great job Coach!
Kobe is one the rare athletes who knows and understands what a blessing it is to be an athlete at the highest level and worked on his game like his career depended on it wasn’t cocky didn’t let the money and fame get to his head rip mamba
He was definitely cocky just not in a negative way..
@@briseanteamlet to be fair anyone that makes it in the nba has to be a little more cock-e than others
You do know hes one of the most cockiest player right? Right???
He was cocky as hell, wtf..he obviously earned it, but he was very cocky
He wasn't too cocky to the point he didn't put the work in. He understood his results came through preparation and hard work. That's where other players get big headed because of their status, Kobe always wanted more. He wasn't a media darling either, nothing was handed to him
Forever you will be missed Mamba, you have taught me what it means about hard work and dedication. I was in foster care since I was 4 years old, I was in the boys home during my whole teen years and I overcame those treacherous days but you gave hope to stay focus, everyday I watch a video about work ethic or just watch your classic games. You meant a lot to others but you saved my life. Every time I see or watch something about you It sends chills up my spine, every time I type something in the comments, I start tearing up but you will be forever missed- Love ya💔😢🐍🙏🏾🥀
lol get a life
I was in foster care before too. Anyone that's dealt those cards & still here to going strong has the mindset of an overachiever, a champion w/supreme confidence
Good story brother.
Bandwagon..
That determination and toughness showed by Kobe in numerous times (but specially the Achilles free throws) was my motivation to overcome a heart disease and then a bleeding on my brain caused because of a bad dose of the medication for my heart that got me in the hospital for two months in last july. I'm 42 y/o, Kobe was my favorite player ever and I tried to had that mentality in order to recover from my illness just to live and be back home with my 6 y/o son, my wife and my family. The doctors thought I wouldn't gonna make it or that if I survive it would be with brain damage. To many people Kobe's Mamba Mentality isn't a thing but to me was a lot and helped me getting back on my own feet and live my life fully again, I even managed to get back to play basketball in the rec league I used to play before the pandemic. Kobe is and will be my hero forever. Rest in Peace Mamba.
Tell exactly what meds caused bleeding, dose and did you got permanent damage.
I am on the blood thinner.
@@rinx34 Thankfully I didn't got permanent damage, the med is acenocoumarol, when I was at the hospital after the heart surgery my dose was of 3 milligrams every 24 hours, after I was released the doctor change my dose to 4 milligrams every 24 hours, that caused subdural hematomas on my brain. After several weeks in IT my condition improved, but at the beggining I was unconcious, having pretty wild dreams. Then I woke up but still had hallucinations when being awake. Those went away soon after and they released me with a dose of 3 milligrams on mon, wed and fri, and 2 milligrams the rest of the days of the week. That dose kept my INR on the average level required.
@@brauprx Dang brotha glad to hear you are back doing better, amazing mindset!
You've been blessed. I wish the best for you and your family. ✔ Laker4life)8/24
Mamba Mentality 🤜🏽💯🤛🏽
RIP Kobe. A tremendous loss to family, friends and the sports community.
This is so nice hearing people tell Kobe Bryant stories he will really be missed I can't believe his anniversary on when he passed away is coming up soon which is January the 26th of this year plus keep on staying safe everyone god bless you all peace.
My favorite athlete of all time and there isn’t a close second. Was a joy to watch him play but an even bigger joy to watch him grow as a man a husband and a father. RIP GOAT
Kobe Bryant is no role model, he was a rapist
still hurts to this day
Him shooting the free throws is just unbelievable, and making both tells you how great he was.
One of the best Kobe story i heard. Rest easy my hero! Mamba forever 🙌🏽
shows you how much Kobe loved his family i really liked the ending of this story
Byron your an underrated legend!
grew up watching you as the best jump shooters during the lakers 80s run!
my dude
Your or you’re?
@@JujuBuckets33 neither, i think he meant *stopeatingdick
Great story, thank you B Scott and Gary Vitti!
The Legend said “I tried to pull it back down.” 😂😂😂 Truly a one of one!
Great podcast. Thx BScott
Hearing these stories really let's us know we all lost a very special man when Kobe passed RIP to him and Gigi and everyone else that died in that horrible accident
I watched this teared up and smiling at the same time 😔
Gary Vitti is a legend himself! I know Byron can attest to his dedication and time invested in the players. I would absolutely love to see a book in the future on, and about, Gary's life spent in the NBA. I guarantee this man has numerous great and insightful stories to tell!
Mr Vitti s first podcast ??! Love Kobe s story 🤩 congrats to Byron Scott! That must be the oldnew media
Ugh……I miss Kobe The nba don’t move me the same I almost cried in 2013 and for sure cried in 2016 and ball my eyes out in 2020
My goat the real goat and the only goat 🐐❤️
The toughness and will to win of that man is what made us love him, but what destroys me is story after story of what an incredible father he was and just how much he loved his family. To know that he lost one of his girls with him is what still makes me choke up to this day about the situation more than anything else.
Great story. Thanks for sharing! I’d like to see Sasha Vujecic on the show. He had a front row seat to a prime Kobe destroying teams night in night out. Keep up the great work, coach!
Yes Sasha the Machine must be the next guest.
Heart of a champion… his work ethic is generational and should be always remembered to remind us what pushing boundaries of our capabilities. Rip kobe bryant
Can we talk about this guys career ? Salute to Kobe but this guy has seen it all as a legendary trainer- I am fascinated to here stories on different players , seasons , attitudes, adjustments
Amazing man!!
Nice to see Gary. He had stories for days
This story is absolutely amazing in every sense of the word 🤯🤯🤯
Byron is one of the most respected coaches ive ever witnessed. Very cool that he has podcast 👍🏼
This just bring tears to my eyes
I ruptured my Achilles the exact same way playing ball and I must have watched that Kobe video a thousand times for inspiration to get through the long healing journey. Hearing this I'm fighting back tears ❤️ thank you Kobe!
You are back bro? I am in recovery time as well.
"He would've found somebody...." This made me think about flying in the helicopter on that foggy day. Rip to the legend
Jesus christ that's messed up to think about...
Yea reports say Kobe was fine with not flying. The pilot bullshitted.
My own personal toughness highlight..I tore my Achilles and finished off my shift before driving home with my left foot. I respect Kobe because I know personally how much pain he was in and trying to keep his balance
I was watching that game live on TV and the first time Kobe fell in the earlier quarters I was shouting from where I sat like “Bro take him out!” because I’ve been watching the whole Lakers and him playing those kinds of minutes is just not healthy and just the look at my face when he fell the last time (the achilles rupture) that game was just 😮. I remembered I was so devastated. RIP The best to ever do it for me.
I said the same thing!!!!! How did everyone except the coaching staff
I never watched him play much sore more of him in retirement in interviews honestly. The last 20seconds of this clip tells you how much more than just basketball player Mr Bryant was and a man to certainly show you're children for an example of excellence.
Its hard not to get emotional when you hear new stories about kobe
Kobe I miss you as a player you reminded me of my cousin his name is Devin Madgett, you remind me of him when he was young you even look like him at what time we was real close and we fell out some years ago and I miss my cousin you made a great impact on my life coming up I wish we were back together cuz now we are older and I hope he's a little wiser cuz life is short.
Heros Come And Go, but Legends Are Forever🙏 RIP MAMBA💜💛💜💛💜💛
Tearing my Achilles at 23 helps me understand and love this story so much. I was on the 4th floor at a gym and had to get carried out. Scared, confused and not sure what just happened. It definitely feels like someone kicked you and ran off, I even looked back and it was no one behind me. Couldn't drive or run for 8 months.
Also got misdiagnosed from a doctor so I never got the surgery. Now I jsut have scar tissue built up on my ankle and never quite was as quick or athletic as before.
How did it rupture?
I tore mine at 26 playing basketball. Same deal went to push off the left leg and sounded like the basketball bounced off the ground. Felt like someone kicked me too. Not painful however, I drove my self to the ER because it was my non driving leg. The walk up to the hospital from the parking lot was depressing as I was dragging one leg. It was a full rupture and I had surgery a couple days after. Long recovery though. Swimming and biking to help reintroduce motion and strength.
@@Wickedgu3st over training without resting. Went to go shoot one final jump shot before I left the gym after playing for 4 hours, doing plyometrics...and felt it pop. Thought someone shot me
@@xxhasudin man that's crazy! I didn't end up getting the surgery. My DR misdiagnosed me and but what time we found out it was too late. So now I just have scar tissue and it's thicker than the other ankle.
Tore mine 6 months ago pushing off after a pump fake.. you are so right , felt like I got kicked by an invisible person.. tough injury
I ruptured mine the exact same way Kobe did. Caught a pass and went to take off and POW! I have no clue how he was able to shoot those free throws
Demon time ..he was possessed not on no exorcist shi but by the game . Stone cold 🥶
Mind over matter
King
Of
Being
Elite
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He was definitely one of a kind man his determination is unlike any we’ve ever seen
Kobe was as great as the greatest basketball player ever. The only difference between Kob and Mike is that Michael 'happened' first.
😂 you kidding right? It's a WHOLE LOT MORE then that.
Hey @ByronScottPodcast may I suggest in the playlist section you have a “Kobe Bryant” category? For all the clips of Kobe stories from your guests? I’m sure thousands of us fans would love that. Have a good one
Crazy story! Kobe!!!!🙌🏼❤️
My favorite player he talking about wowww sure wish that didn't happen RIP Bro 🕊️🕊️
Dr. Gary Vitti definitely got the best untold stories of Kobe injury history put money on that 💯💯
Legends never die
I remember seeing this guy snap Kobe’s finger back in place! Man, Rip Mamba 🙏🏽
We All Miss Kobe, he was built different. If he’s around we’d hear his side of this story. #TrueGreatness
Being injured is such a horrible and scary thing, especially the consequences of what it could lead to but it happens in sports. That’s y u respect and love athletes cuz they do what they love even if it costs them. RIP Kobe. U are the next Jordan and meant so much to people
That inner child 👼 😢 🕊️🕊️🕊️
Miss this dude so much
RIP Kobe I love you so much, I miss you so much. You will forever be in my heart since I became a fan of you in the 90's.
Ah man there was no one like Kobe. When he went for those free throws I knew he was that guy. Rest in power Kob 💜💛
Humility and love for the game is the essence of being a GOAT!
That's why he is my favorite 🏀 player of all time. Mamba4ever 💜💛
Facts he da goat
Legend!!!
Old school here. I didn't respect Kobe as an all time great for longer than I should have, but by the time this happened I was a fan.
I watched the achilles incident live, and it moved me to my core. RIP Legend and beautiful little girl.
I NEVER MET KOBE
BUT WHEN HE PASSAED
I FELT A LITTLE OF MY CHILDHOOD DIE WITH HIM AS HE WAS A BIG PART OF MY YOUNG LIFE
You almost made me tear 😢 up. I feel the same way. RIP Kobe
@@chrisrobinson8339 RIGHT ?
AMEN BROTHER
RIP KOBE AND GIGI AND EVERYONE ONE ON THAT FLIGHT
Can’t get enough of Kobe. It makes sense that he walked off on his own as a point of pride to Paul Pierces wheelchair bound finals game.
word 'missing' is an understatement every time I read, hear or see something 'bout you Kobe
🙏🏻❤️ my goat 🐐 always thank you Kobe
A mans man ❤❤rip
One word. Nails
Miss Kobe
He was just.... Different. Thank you for being you. RIP Mamba
Damn I miss Kobe 😢
Great story thanks
This is what makes legends
Kobe would flew to the DR and had a BBL person put tge achilles back together if the Lakers didn't do it lol. This man's dedication to being great is unreal.
😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂
I was there that night didn't know he had raptured his Achilles, I thought he hurt his foot he'll be good by the way he walked out. Wasn't until I got home and heard the news. Remembered being totally devastated knowing he was out the rest of the season
Heart of a Lion
It’s just basketball my guy, chill.
My favorite athlete of all time. No one will ever compare.
God i miss kobe so glad i went to staples 4 times and seen him play i went to his final pre-season game in vegas he went off for 51
Love you Kobe! You did it for us. You did it for the game. You will never be duplicated. You were on a completely different level than everyone else.
Paul Pierce catching strays 😂
Still can't believe he's gone 😢.
Yo i can watch Kobe Bryant stories all day
Paul Pierce just went down another notch in my book. Let’s go Bean!!! 💪🏾💪🏾💪🏾
He play the sport so amazing.....the goat
I would be lying if I said I don’t think about Kobe and his influence on me everyday. Mamba Mentality will live forever
@2:47 Byron wasnt the coach that season. That was the Nash and Dwight year with Mike Dantoni as coach.
My favorite player of all time and in my opinion the greatest pure basketball player of all time.
I have been a Laker hater since the Bad Boys were playing on the hardwood. This Detroiter has a whole new respect for that man the more I learn about him... so when I hear the disrespect of passing him over in the goat conversation. It makes me want to Rick Mahorn somebody's face!
Beast