i remember meeting bill walton at UCLA couple years ago when I visited....instead of getting an autograph, i simply asked him for life advice....he told me "no matter what, work to be 1% better every day at any craft you love and aim to master....each day you're one step closer to greatness......there's no greater satisfaction than being great at something you love to do"...RIP B.W
I live in San Diego and was walking around my neighborhood about 6 months ago. I saw Bill Walton shuffling along on a walk. His body looked rough, that height and pro ball took a toll on his knees. I was on the phone with my Mom and had never seen Bill in person before. I stopped, asked him if he was Bill (dumb I know), but he flashed that smile, said “yes I am”, i said, “you’re awesome, you always put me in a good mood when I see you on TV, thanks for everything you’ve done” and he said “I’m glad I could a put smile on your face, I hope you have a great day” and he shuffled on. It was so brief as a moment but it was awesome and you could just feel the warmth this guy radiated to everyone around him.
Yup, I saw him here in SD a few times and that positive energy he just always seemed to have. We talked one day for just a moment about how beautiful it is here and how he never got tired of it and that’s why he loved riding his bike around here so much. Such a genuine dude
Great story, thanks for sharing. I followed and admired Bill Walton from the time he was at UCLA to his great championship with Portland in 1977 and then to the Celtics and beyond. What a player, what a man.
Moved to SD in 85 courtesy of USN. I first rented in Hillcrest and when the new (at the time) Ralph’s supermarket opened I saw Bill there fairly often. The first time I met him I was truly speechless because he was unmissable. Poor guy’s legs already looked like a road map of scars. Having the honor to meet both he and T Gwynn several times, San Diego might be cursed in the championships category but more than blessed for having those two great men be a part of our community. RIP Big Red.
@@kokemon84 I'm extremely liberal, and I have never seen Ernie Johnson impose his (alleged) political or religious viewpoints on anyone. He is great at what he does, and simply a wonderful human being.
There's lots of normal people who hold contrary viewpoints from one another. Who cares if someone is Liberal or Conservative if they're a good person? It's just on the internet when people get toxic about this nonsense.
I love Bill Walton. I loved when he would say great coach wooden phrases. Failing to prepare is preparing to fail. Be quick but never hurry. Not only basketball was he a great player he also stood against the war back in the 60s. He would go out and participate in protesting. He was a great human being. Nothing but luv for big red
Man I will never be able to forget Bill Walton's voice. It was so energetic and lively during games and when he would just tal ball in general. Broadcasting has not been the same since he left and it will never be the same again. RIP legend!
These men just brought tears to my eyes and a whole lot of respect! Lifelong Portland Tral Blazer fan since day one in 1970 and watched Bill as a college player and wouldn't you know, the Blazers had the first pick in the draft in 74 and picked Bill. He was injured a lot in those first couple of years but, then came the ABA dispersal and Portland got Maurice Lucas and then hired Jack Ramsey as coach and a year later, we were the Champions of the NBA!!! I saw Walton vs. Kareem twice that year, live in the Memorial Colosseum! I visited my wife in the hospital today and wore my retro 77, #32 Walton jersey there and put a smile on a lot of faces. Bill is an Oregon treasure!!!
This tribute was heartfelt and much appreciated, celebrating the athlete, champion, NBA legend, colorful TV commentator and man that was Bill Walton. I followed and admired Bill Walton from the time he was at UCLA to his great championship with Portland in 1977 and then to the Celtics and beyond. What a player, what a man.
I'm super bummed. The world is not better without Bill Walton. He was a friend of mine and I was hoping to see him again either at the y or a cycling event. He was even good enough to call me on my birthday and had Coach wooden autograph a book for me. Why would he go out of his way to do that? Really good guy.
Bill Walton my faverite Portland Trail Bazrer player EVER and that say tons because Portland has had many very well kmown players from the NBA Clyde Drexler my 2nd and Merice Lukus 3rd and David Twordzik 4th GOOOO BLAZERS
Shaq with that nonsense about how the criticism he and this gang dish out is for the same constructive purposes that Bill Walton intended when he was critical. Nonsense. Walton was never mean. Walton never tried to tear players down, he wanted to build them up. Walton would never stoop to childish tactics like making fun of a player’s hairline. Walton had class.
I’m just a regular basketball fan, and UCLA is my favorite college hoops team. The one thing I can say about Walton is that he was always brutally honest about everything. Respect the he always kept it 💯, and if it weren’t for his knees not holding up, he would have been greater than he already was. Condolences to Luke and the family, RIH BIG RED🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿
Outstanding Tribute. Each and every part of this segment is a great tribute to one of THE greatest centers in Basketball of all time and a 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, whose biggest blemish was picking at Bill, made up for it in this segment, by acknowledging Walton as one of the 5 greatest centers and in the "alliance"/pantheon that includes Wilt, Russell, Kareem and himself. This is another reason why "Inside the NBA" is the best.
My daughter lives downtown San Diego. She works helping nurses. During COVID every night the windows opened and everyone sang songs thanking nurses for the amazing soldier sacrifices they did putting their lives on the line helping the sick. Bill Walton's magical personality positive attitude spread through that city and made it a happy helping loving city. Bill made that happen.
Bill Walton was the second greatest college player of all time, Bill Walton won the NBA League MVP in only 55 games because the Trailblazers were 50-10, Bill Walton led the only Portland Trailblazers NBA Championship. He is one of the greatest passers at the bigman position. Rest Well Brothers!!!
@@OldManLuffy You're right. Walton's assists per game weren't remarkable. But when Bill made an assist that led to a score, especially around the basket, you could see the Basketball IQ behind the pass.
@SuperRobertoClemente Lew Alcindor. No offense if you're a basketball fan and don't know that. You need to study the history of the game before talking. Lew Alcindor Bill Walton Elvin Hayes Are the top three all-time, anyone outside of those three can be debated
Loved and respected Walton as a commentator. Grew up hearing him. He was just a cool, professional, smart, funny, very knowledgeable, and likable guy. Like he was a key figure in my memories of the glory days of basketball.
Oh my god Ernie the end of this video had this year older than Bill by one year crying! And how lucky I was to see Bills every game at ucla living in So Cal what a great player !
great tribute, you know bill would have loved it. walton was such a unique individual you'd forget what a great basketball player was, his personality was that strong.
I think you have a problem with that odd assumption. Humans - Shaq included - don't behave like a petty little brat in such a serious moment that has nothing to do with sports, politics etc
@@Orange_DNA Apparently Shaq lives rent free in someone's head. When you learned of Bill's passing you thought of Shaq while I was binge watching videos about Bill. I wonder if you are disappointed about Shaq's reaction.
Dude I hated bill Walton for his random comments on tv but I loved that guy because he was such a deep person it was hard to understand him cuz he always spoke in metaphors , but the truth was in him , the energy he brought you can just feel it coming out of the tv ...he's a great role model and a great father figure ...thank you Bill for sharing your life with us ..may you and Jerry west be smiling down on us ..legends live 4ever
Man that tribute right there hit me hard with all those guys on NBA tonight when I heard those worse that’s a mic drop Ernie I lost it snot and tears went to rolling RIP Bill Walton. You was one hell of a player and a character you will be missed. Tell Jerry jimi Janis and everybody else and rock ‘n’ roll heaven cause I know you’re up there Howdy love you Bill you will be missed gone, but not forgotten
I ran into Bill Walton at the University of Arizona campus. His son Luke was on the team that year. He seemed very reserved but had such a presence to him. Condolences to his family.
Huge Bill Walton fan. I have two grandsons that are very tall for their age and play basketball. I've told them about Bill Walton and what a great all around player he was. I encouraged them to watch video of him and Lew Alcindor to learn what a complete basketball player is about.
It is funny hearing these great group of fellows talk. I don't think anyone could get underneath Reggie's skin, so if Bill ever was critical, he could look far beyond it. Chuck is at his very sweetest here with his remembrances. Really nice to hear this.
Charles and Kenny with some beautiful words. Love the stories of Kenny, Dray, Shaq, and Reggie. Rest in Peace Bill! You expanded the consciousness of many people!
Bill Walton seemed to enjoy every aspect of life so much, rarely complained about anything (at least in the context of an interview) and seemed to learn from everything. A great example to all of us.
Dr. J once said that Wild Bill was the toughest guy to dunk on that he ever played against. He said "When I go to the paint and see Bill there I always have to bring a bit of extra sauce or he's going to embarrass me." Loved that quote.
I am a Bruin alum. Of course there have been MANY great Bruin athletes, some of played pro ball but many did not. Regardless of a Bruin's college experience, ALL Bruins from ALL decades are deeply, deeply hurt by the passing of Bill Walton. His athletic skills were first rate but so was his personality. He brought honor and pride to all UCLA alums, teachers, students and fans. God Bless you Bill, I will miss you VERY much.
Im Glad he got 2 Win a championship with the Celtics an i love How the owner dedicated that ECF 2 Bill Walton hopefully he'll be watching over us an help Guide the Celtics 2 banner 18 🏆🍀☘
"... I was so mad one time I wanted to put hands on him but my mom talked me out of it!" Wow, Mr. O'Neil what a heartfelt and selfless tribute to a man who just passed away yesterday. You are really the big man in the room. SMH 🙄😖
Ist watched Big Red as a kid at UCLA. I said who is this guy? Wow what a character, what a great player, what a breath of fresh air and unique insights to his comments not only about basketball but life. RIP BW.
This was a wonderful tribute. Thank you. It is a shame that Bill passed during a finals that he would have enjoyed. Ernie and team shared their heartfelt thoughts with viewers and it was very moving.
Bill didn’t care what anyone thought of him; he just lived for the moment to smile and enjoy the moment. He was always so proud to say “PAC-12, The Conference of Champion.” I also loved his references to state parks and national parks. RIP my big brother CA Hippie!
Throw It Down Big Guy!! Coming up that was my favorite saying.... RIH to the late great Bill Walton as a Dub Fan keep your head up Luka i know the feeling on losing your dad I lost mines in 2020 and it still hurts!! That Scarface song "I never seen a man cry until I seen a man die" Is a true statement aka true story....
Shaq is on his way to legend status, he paused (after being mad and upset for a while) but he had the wherewithal to accept and move forward. He has tremendous respect, even though he didn’t agree, with Mr. Walton, that’s how you act. Props to shaq and love and prayers for the Walton family. ❤
thanks for the memories Bill one of the best to play the game,and the game of life you pass on to Reggie and people that had the chance to meet him.R.I.P Bill
I liked hearing Bill's voice doing play-by-plays, it was so soothing and hearing him talk about the game, the nuances, he was so good at explaining things. I learned a lot listening to him. RIP Bill.
@@deanfirnatine7814 RIP to Jones, he was my favorite and you're right, the two of them together were perfect. Another favorite that still calls games is Hubie Brown, that dude is a walking wealth of basketball knowledge. Hubie, Jones and Walton, my 3 favorite play-by-play commentators. There are tons of videos with Hubie, so good.
RIP Bill 🤍 I'll always have the utmost respect for you and your humbleness. One year my husband and I were riding our bikes past your home, and you waved with a big smile and said hello. As a teenager, my husband said you were just as cool and humble as he and his buddies used to ride their BMX bikes in the canyons near your home. You were still in the NBA and the guys thought that was super cool of you!!! Gone too soon...Sending our sincerest condolences to the Walton Family.🏀🕊
When someone passes on, and everyone says many wonderful things about them, you know they were a great person. Bill's smile and his attitude were a treasure to all the people who met him or got to know him through basketball or life. Rest in peace, Bill, you did everything right !
Why do folks use the word underrated on RUclips so darn much . Why are they taking a whole segment to talk about Walton? He won mvps and in the Hall of Fame and one of the all time greats in college also from a marketing standpoint off the court so how is that underrated??
Bill Walton I knew him as a commentator growing up. Storied and amazing legend of the game. He will be missed. Charles is right - the world is lesser without that gentle giants smile and happiness he brought to so many people. That email he shared with Ernie is the epitome of Bill.
Who gives a shit that was one night. At times Bill played the White Scold. But he was also a quality teammate and brother to all other players. Let's remember his best moments.
Man....that was pretty cool. I liked him as a human being. I could feel the nice person he was through the TV when I was kid. Always admired him as a person more than a player. He'll be truly missed.
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i remember meeting bill walton at UCLA couple years ago when I visited....instead of getting an autograph, i simply asked him for life advice....he told me "no matter what, work to be 1% better every day at any craft you love and aim to master....each day you're one step closer to greatness......there's no greater satisfaction than being great at something you love to do"...RIP B.W
This resonates with me. Thank you for sharing 🙏
Well said man. Thanks for the positivity.
Nice meaningful post!
❤️ my hero bill Walton & Jerry west very very sad , ❤️ bill Walton & his oldies John wooden stories
I live in San Diego and was walking around my neighborhood about 6 months ago. I saw Bill Walton shuffling along on a walk. His body looked rough, that height and pro ball took a toll on his knees. I was on the phone with my Mom and had never seen Bill in person before. I stopped, asked him if he was Bill (dumb I know), but he flashed that smile, said “yes I am”, i said, “you’re awesome, you always put me in a good mood when I see you on TV, thanks for everything you’ve done” and he said “I’m glad I could a put smile on your face, I hope you have a great day” and he shuffled on. It was so brief as a moment but it was awesome and you could just feel the warmth this guy radiated to everyone around him.
Badass
Yup, I saw him here in SD a few times and that positive energy he just always seemed to have. We talked one day for just a moment about how beautiful it is here and how he never got tired of it and that’s why he loved riding his bike around here so much. Such a genuine dude
Great story, thanks for sharing. I followed and admired Bill Walton from the time he was at UCLA to his great championship with Portland in 1977 and then to the Celtics and beyond. What a player, what a man.
Moved to SD in 85 courtesy of USN. I first rented in Hillcrest and when the new (at the time) Ralph’s supermarket opened I saw Bill there fairly often. The first time I met him I was truly speechless because he was unmissable. Poor guy’s legs already looked like a road map of scars. Having the honor to meet both he and T Gwynn several times, San Diego might be cursed in the championships category but more than blessed for having those two great men be a part of our community. RIP Big Red.
Bill Walton’s email to Ernie hits deeply. Thank you for sharing 😢
Beautiful...
Ernie is a national treasure..... so genuine and just a great human being
Except for the whole religious conservative thing....
@@kokemon84 I'm extremely liberal, and I have never seen Ernie Johnson impose his (alleged) political or religious viewpoints on anyone. He is great at what he does, and simply a wonderful human being.
There's lots of normal people who hold contrary viewpoints from one another. Who cares if someone is Liberal or Conservative if they're a good person? It's just on the internet when people get toxic about this nonsense.
@michaelbread5906 conservatives usually hate somebody. It's either non whites, gay, immigrants, people from differing sky daddies...
@@kokemon84 I'll bet you have a lot of friends.
Ernie is such a class act. .... and Bill Walton... one of a kind. His book "Back From the Dead" is a must read! We lost another great one. Sad.
Damn Ernie, that gave me chills. RIP BW
10000000%
Till Reggie ruined it
I thought the same thing@@DecJun126
Huh? @@DecJun126
Ernie has a way with words
I love Bill Walton. I loved when he would say great coach wooden phrases. Failing to prepare is preparing to fail. Be quick but never hurry. Not only basketball was he a great player he also stood against the war back in the 60s. He would go out and participate in protesting. He was a great human being. Nothing but luv for big red
Man I will never be able to forget Bill Walton's voice. It was so energetic and lively during games and when he would just tal ball in general. Broadcasting has not been the same since he left and it will never be the same again. RIP legend!
WORK ON YOUR GAMEEEEE-UHHH
These men just brought tears to my eyes and a whole lot of respect! Lifelong Portland Tral Blazer fan since day one in 1970 and watched Bill as a college player and wouldn't you know, the Blazers had the first pick in the draft in 74 and picked Bill. He was injured a lot in those first couple of years but, then came the ABA dispersal and Portland got Maurice Lucas and then hired Jack Ramsey as coach and a year later, we were the Champions of the NBA!!! I saw Walton vs. Kareem twice that year, live in the Memorial Colosseum!
I visited my wife in the hospital today and wore my retro 77, #32 Walton jersey there and put a smile on a lot of faces. Bill is an Oregon treasure!!!
Hope your wide is doing alright
. How did you know she is wide?
I also i lived in Warrenton Oregon when the PORTLAND TRAIL BLAZERS where the worlds best team in 1977
Warrenton Oregon Proud watched from 1977
Bill walton a Legend on the West Coast an The East Coast Dude was a hippie at ❤ he always had good energy an always brighten the mode!
Rip Legend. You were the best of us.
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Safe and effective
Throw it down big man❤
… Throw it down… 😢😢🥲
Thank you for sharing those beautiful words Ernie! R.I.P Bill❤🏀🎙🙏
This tribute was heartfelt and much appreciated, celebrating the athlete, champion, NBA legend, colorful TV commentator and man that was Bill Walton. I followed and admired Bill Walton from the time he was at UCLA to his great championship with Portland in 1977 and then to the Celtics and beyond. What a player, what a man.
I'm super bummed. The world is not better without Bill Walton.
He was a friend of mine and I was hoping to see him again either at the y or a cycling event.
He was even good enough to call me on my birthday and had Coach wooden autograph a book for me.
Why would he go out of his way to do that?
Really good guy.
That’s awesome man. He seemed like a genuine dude.
My condolences. I’m just a basketball fan and part deadhead and I’m super bummed too.
Bill LSD Walton 🤲
@@nine3seven well someone like you with no class would comment. I knew that was coming but I'll just mute you right now
Wait you were friends with bill walton .
Inside the NBA is not known for touching tributes but this was beautiful. Bill Walton, NBA Hippie first team. Grateful Red. Shine on.
Bill Walton my faverite Portland Trail Bazrer player EVER and that say tons because Portland has had many very well kmown players from the NBA Clyde Drexler my 2nd and Merice Lukus 3rd and David Twordzik 4th GOOOO BLAZERS
Shaq with that nonsense about how the criticism he and this gang dish out is for the same constructive purposes that Bill Walton intended when he was critical. Nonsense. Walton was never mean. Walton never tried to tear players down, he wanted to build them up. Walton would never stoop to childish tactics like making fun of a player’s hairline. Walton had class.
Walton was just trying to improve his game
Walton just called it as he saw it. No other agenda but goodness.
Blame chuck and Kenny for egging on the hairline
Get counseling..You DESPERATELY NEED it
Ya guys listen to the hillbilly methhead from Charlotte @bbaker22 get help 😂
Props to Shaq for a respectful tribute to Bill in this segment.
Wow, he actually did the right thing for once lol
Shaq was pretty hard on Bill in return back then, mocking him for his injuries. Age humbles us all.
@@SuperRobertoClemente Shaq is a racist and a big baby.
Shaq really needs to stop with the G14 classification stuff. It wasn't that great of a tribute, it felt fake and forced.
his social media has been silent however
Bills voice alone was iconic. EVERYONE knew that voice. Legendary man, player, human.
RIP to the legend… it’s crazy how many stories Shaq has about gettin’ mad at something somebody said to him
Bill like the others was just trying to help him
Shaq is a BIG baby
For such a big guy, he has awfully thin skin.
😂😂
WTF is WRONG with you
I’m just a regular basketball fan, and UCLA is my favorite college hoops team. The one thing I can say about Walton is that he was always brutally honest about everything. Respect the he always kept it 💯, and if it weren’t for his knees not holding up, he would have been greater than he already was. Condolences to Luke and the family, RIH BIG RED🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿
Outstanding Tribute. Each and every part of this segment is a great tribute to one of THE greatest centers in Basketball of all time and a 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, whose biggest blemish was picking at Bill, made up for it in this segment, by acknowledging Walton as one of the 5 greatest centers and in the "alliance"/pantheon that includes Wilt, Russell, Kareem and himself. This is another reason why "Inside the NBA" is the best.
Very very well done, gentlemen. Bill's energy helped you put a superb polish on this tribute.
Bill was by far the funniest commentator to listen to while watching a game. The things he would say. Lol. RIP Mr. Walton.
Can you imagine if Walton and Barkley called a game together?
My daughter lives downtown San Diego. She works helping nurses. During COVID every night the windows opened and everyone sang songs thanking nurses for the amazing soldier sacrifices they did putting their lives on the line helping the sick. Bill Walton's magical personality positive attitude spread through that city and made it a happy helping loving city. Bill made that happen.
Bill Walton was the second greatest college player of all time, Bill Walton won the NBA League MVP in only 55 games because the Trailblazers were 50-10, Bill Walton led the only Portland Trailblazers NBA Championship. He is one of the greatest passers at the bigman position. Rest Well Brothers!!!
Well his highest assists in a season is only 5 I guess that's not bad for a center.
Who was #1? Jordan, Laettner?
@@OldManLuffy You're right. Walton's assists per game weren't remarkable. But when Bill made an assist that led to a score, especially around the basket, you could see the Basketball IQ behind the pass.
@@OldManLuffy He averaged 5 assists passing out of the low post, which is ridiculously difficult.
@SuperRobertoClemente Lew Alcindor. No offense if you're a basketball fan and don't know that. You need to study the history of the game before talking.
Lew Alcindor
Bill Walton
Elvin Hayes
Are the top three all-time, anyone outside of those three can be debated
RIP Bill 🕊 we love you!
yes he was loved
RIP Bill Walton. Good to see Shaq admit he was wrong and be the bigger man. Salute Big Fella
Loved and respected Walton as a commentator. Grew up hearing him. He was just a cool, professional, smart, funny, very knowledgeable, and likable guy. Like he was a key figure in my memories of the glory days of basketball.
Great closing quote!
The annoucer in the background reminds us that life somehow goes on...
Oh my god Ernie the end of this video had this year older than Bill by one year crying! And how lucky I was to see Bills every game at ucla living in So Cal what a great player !
Bill Walton the best center in history when healthy. A hilarious and insightful announcer. Sad day.
Aw stop hes one of the all time greats but not the best
BILL W AND ARVIDAS SAAAAAABOOOONNNNNUUUIIIIIIISSS
@@anthonytaylor7928 I also liked ARVIDAS SABONIS WOW WHAT A TEAM THAT WOULD HAVE BEEN GOOOOO BLAAAAZERS
great tribute, you know bill would have loved it. walton was such a unique individual you'd forget what a great basketball player was, his personality was that strong.
Ups to Shaq for not being a petty little ass kid for once. Bill was a lovely human.
Bill walton got along with every man on that whole panel except Shaq. Who beefs with bill Walton? wtf Shaq ! who hasn’t he beefed with?
When I learned of the passing of Bill, I thought about Shaq's childish ass and what he was going to say.
I think you have a problem with that odd assumption. Humans - Shaq included - don't behave like a petty little brat in such a serious moment that has nothing to do with sports, politics etc
Shaq did look sick at the start.
@@Orange_DNA Apparently Shaq lives rent free in someone's head. When you learned of Bill's passing you thought of Shaq while I was binge watching videos about Bill. I wonder if you are disappointed about Shaq's reaction.
RIP BILL WALTON
Dude I hated bill Walton for his random comments on tv but I loved that guy because he was such a deep person it was hard to understand him cuz he always spoke in metaphors , but the truth was in him , the energy he brought you can just feel it coming out of the tv ...he's a great role model and a great father figure ...thank you Bill for sharing your life with us ..may you and Jerry west be smiling down on us ..legends live 4ever
“Fare thee well fare thee well I love you more than words can tell ,listen to the river sing sweet songs to rock my soul” RIP Bill NFA✌🏻⚡️☮️
He was the John Madden of NBA commentary. RIP Bill Walton 😢
Was just going to say that. The knowledge and analytics he brought to the game. His X's and O's were beyond legendary 💪
Was thinking same thing.
helllllll no
don't disrespect John madden ever again.
MY Faverit Portland Trail Blazer ALL WAYS
Man that tribute right there hit me hard with all those guys on NBA tonight when I heard those worse that’s a mic drop Ernie I lost it snot and tears went to rolling RIP Bill Walton. You was one hell of a player and a character you will be missed. Tell Jerry jimi Janis and everybody else and rock ‘n’ roll heaven cause I know you’re up there Howdy love you Bill you will be missed gone, but not forgotten
I'm in Portland, OR. It's really kind of sad around here. Bill Walton made us all champions once. A forever thank you from the bottom of our hearts!.
So glad I got to see him play more once he came to the Celtics. Never met him but glad to hear so many comment on what a great human being he was.
After Shaq's behaviour during jokic mvp announcement its surprising he didnt start insulting bill on this segment
WTF is WRONG with you? Get counseling
Ur comment is dumb would he do that
Blazers Legend RIP Bill Walton 😢
Does anybody remember when Shaq was talking crap about Bill questioning him being in the Hall of Fame?
Yeah Walton made Shaq look like a fool.
I ran into Bill Walton at the University of Arizona campus. His son Luke was on the team that year. He seemed very reserved but had such a presence to him. Condolences to his family.
Huge Bill Walton fan. I have two grandsons that are very tall for their age and play basketball. I've told them about Bill Walton and what a great all around player he was. I encouraged them to watch video of him and Lew Alcindor to learn what a complete basketball player is about.
As a Redhead, and a former Portland Resident, the Big Red was one of a kind, and the kind we want and need....
Bill Walton died the same year the Pac 12 ended :-(
Wild coincidence.
Yep
I thought about fitting 😢
The same WEEK of the final Pac 12 event.
Conference of Champions
It is funny hearing these great group of fellows talk. I don't think anyone could get underneath Reggie's skin, so if Bill ever was critical, he could look far beyond it. Chuck is at his very sweetest here with his remembrances. Really nice to hear this.
Charles and Kenny with some beautiful words. Love the stories of Kenny, Dray, Shaq, and Reggie. Rest in Peace Bill! You expanded the consciousness of many people!
Too bad injuries handicapped his NBA career. Thanks Bill Walton for all the great memories you gave us.
Bill Walton was truly a mensch in so many ways!
Rip to a legend💔
Bill Walton seemed to enjoy every aspect of life so much, rarely complained about anything (at least in the context of an interview) and seemed to learn from everything. A great example to all of us.
Dr. J once said that Wild Bill was the toughest guy to dunk on that he ever played against. He said "When I go to the paint and see Bill there I always have to bring a bit of extra sauce or he's going to embarrass me." Loved that quote.
I am a Bruin alum. Of course there have been MANY great Bruin athletes, some of played pro ball but many did not. Regardless of a Bruin's college experience, ALL Bruins from ALL decades are deeply, deeply hurt by the passing of Bill Walton. His athletic skills were first rate but so was his personality. He brought honor and pride to all UCLA alums, teachers, students and fans. God Bless you Bill, I will miss you VERY much.
There is a great story about Bill taking Bird, McHale, and Robert Parris, to a Grateful Dead concert
Walton truly is UCLA basketball. Him and Kareem.
Im Glad he got 2 Win a championship with the Celtics an i love How the owner dedicated that ECF 2 Bill Walton hopefully he'll be watching over us an help Guide the Celtics 2 banner 18 🏆🍀☘
"Throw it down Big man!!" I always loved Bill Walton's commentary.
"... I was so mad one time I wanted to put hands on him but my mom talked me out of it!"
Wow, Mr. O'Neil what a heartfelt and selfless tribute to a man who just passed away yesterday. You are really the big man in the room. SMH 🙄😖
I enjoyed Bill, played rough, and wise.
Ist watched Big Red as a kid at UCLA. I said who is this guy? Wow what a character, what a great player, what a breath of fresh air and unique insights to his comments not only about basketball but life. RIP BW.
I truly Love you Bill . Weeping heart we're going to Miss you!!
Shaq wanted to make it all about him, but just couldn't. Probably the best tribute I've heard for the red headed giant.
Exactly. Shaq is a coward and egotist.
@@RegisWilkins ?
Grow the F UP son
@@cbchase Did he stutter?
@@RegisWilkins The correct word is narcissist
The NBA will never be the same. Sorry for your loss. My condolences to the incredible athletes that he developed. A character developer.
WELL DONE! You guys, Just made me proud and happy to hear your comments! Thank you! Bill thank you for sharing your joy! And Bill had a 36er bike.
Ernie has an incredible way with words
So true Shaq. WILT, KAREEM, RUSSEL, WALTON. THE FOREFATHERS OF THE BIG MAN ALLIANCE. Rip Big Red❤
Beautiful words spoken in tribute to Bill Walton. My sincere condolences to the family and friends. R.I. P. Bill🙏🙏🙏
This was a wonderful tribute. Thank you. It is a shame that Bill passed during a finals that he would have enjoyed. Ernie and team shared their heartfelt thoughts with viewers and it was very moving.
Bill Walton a Bruin legend who left us so many life lessons. Loved his intensity and what he learned from coach Wooden. Thanks guys! Go Bruins! ❤️👊🏼
Bill didn’t care what anyone thought of him; he just lived for the moment to smile and enjoy the moment. He was always so proud to say “PAC-12, The Conference of Champion.” I also loved his references to state parks and national parks. RIP my big brother CA Hippie!
Rip man. Great person
What a great group of personalities the NBA has. It's one thing that makes it so fun to watch and a real force for good in our world. RIP, Bill.
Throw It Down Big Guy!! Coming up that was my favorite saying.... RIH to the late great Bill Walton as a Dub Fan keep your head up Luka i know the feeling on losing your dad I lost mines in 2020 and it still hurts!! That Scarface song "I never seen a man cry until I seen a man die" Is a true statement aka true story....
God damnit Ernie you got me nearly crying there at the end no joke
Shaq is on his way to legend status, he paused (after being mad and upset for a while) but he had the wherewithal to accept and move forward. He has tremendous respect, even though he didn’t agree, with Mr. Walton, that’s how you act. Props to shaq and love and prayers for the Walton family. ❤
I like Shaq for his thoughtful comments. He is a great commentator on the show. I love watching him.
thanks for the memories Bill one of the best to play the game,and the game of life you pass on to Reggie and people that had the chance to meet him.R.I.P Bill
What a beautiful segment. So glad I watched that! RIP Bill Walton.
I liked hearing Bill's voice doing play-by-plays, it was so soothing and hearing him talk about the game, the nuances, he was so good at explaining things.
I learned a lot listening to him.
RIP Bill.
He was sooo good with his old Blazer teammate Steve "Snapper" Jones doing games, best hoops announcer duo ever.
And just calling out players. Not out of hate but "c'mon!"
@@deanfirnatine7814 RIP to Jones, he was my favorite and you're right, the two of them together were perfect.
Another favorite that still calls games is Hubie Brown, that dude is a walking wealth of basketball knowledge.
Hubie, Jones and Walton, my 3 favorite play-by-play commentators.
There are tons of videos with Hubie, so good.
@@at1212b lol c'mon, yep classic
RIP Bill 🤍 I'll always have the utmost respect for you and your humbleness. One year my husband and I were riding our bikes past your home, and you waved with a big smile and said hello. As a teenager, my husband said you were just as cool and humble as he and his buddies used to ride their BMX bikes in the canyons near your home. You were still in the NBA and the guys thought that was super cool of you!!! Gone too soon...Sending our sincerest condolences to the Walton Family.🏀🕊
Wow. Beautifully done. Thank you.
Shaq HATED Bill the way he hates Jokic
White.
Kobe would have praised Bill also Luke played with Bryant
BS.
@@nine3seven no, any big man barring kareem, and russel..
@@nine3seven oh stfu was McGee and Dwight white. weakass mindset
When someone passes on, and everyone says many wonderful things about them, you know they were a great person. Bill's smile and his attitude were a treasure to all the people who met him or got to know him through basketball or life. Rest in peace, Bill, you did everything right !
The world is a better place every single day because the lessons Bill Walton taught to all of us who live on.
Tears lost a one of kind never be another bill
Thanks for the laughs, the knowledge, and the memories, Bill Walton.
Rest in Peace
I met Bill Walton at a Grateful Dead concert in Hartford Connecticut in the late 80s.
Bill Walton, truly ONE OF A KIND. He didn’t try to be anyone else but himself. RIP Legend
Throw it down big man ! Rest easy Bill ❤
Bill Walton is severely underrated as a player. One of the sad, if not for injuries player. A true national treasure
Why do folks use the word underrated on RUclips so darn much . Why are they taking a whole segment to talk about Walton? He won mvps and in the Hall of Fame and one of the all time greats in college also from a marketing standpoint off the court so how is that underrated??
Loved this deserving tribute. RIP the great Bill Walton.
Bill Walton I knew him as a commentator growing up. Storied and amazing legend of the game. He will be missed. Charles is right - the world is lesser without that gentle giants smile and happiness he brought to so many people. That email he shared with Ernie is the epitome of Bill.
Bill was actually the announcer in Detroit for the "Malice in the Palace". He was embarrassed to be part of the NBA. Called it "Disgusting"
Who gives a shit that was one night. At times Bill played the White Scold. But he was also a quality teammate and brother to all other players. Let's remember his best moments.
Guess what? It was a disgrace and it was disgusting.
@@SuperRobertoClemente The white scold. LOL 😆 🤣
@@SuperRobertoClemente That was one of his best moments. It was also one of the NBA'S worst moments.
@@bnegs521the nba and nhl were better when it was more physical
Heal on. Shine on. ❤
Man I am going to miss this show when they are gone 😢 One of the reason I like the NBA so much. They need to stay together doing this ❤
RIP Bill. Miss you already my dude. Bill was a special person with a kind heart.
brought a tear to my eye. RIP BW
Man....that was pretty cool. I liked him as a human being. I could feel the nice person he was through the TV when I was kid. Always admired him as a person more than a player. He'll be truly missed.
Ernie off the top rope with that last tidbit, damn.
Until Reggie had to have the last word SMH
Reggie had to come in and ruin it haha
Big Bill Walton, we miss you already. Playing Basketball with the past greats now. R I P Brother