Salley is so great and chill, and smart. His perspectives are always on point. If anyone hasnt seen the 30 for 30 "bad boys", its fantastic. Need to see it. Rewatchable too
Salley was exactly like this even when he was a rookie. In Detroit he was everybody's favorite interview, made a point of living in the city, and befriended hated opponents while still being a respected Piston. You could tell he had a clear picture of where he was going, and he made it happen.
That Tony Kukoc-Luka reference was spot on..Tony Kukoc would be exactly like Luka today respect for that John..btw Luka started playing pro in 14 yrs old in Real Madrid he played grown ass man since they are 14-15 so you can't scare them you can't do nothing to them and yes in Europe since you start as a kid you learn all fundamentals you play every position as you grow and that's why these guys today are so skilled while in USA you're all are interested is athleticisam since MJ and with these kids today playing in AAU all friendly and a coach can't tell them nothing specially now with all these social media think they are a stars and its a problem so this are some of the reasons Europeans are the best players in the world Jokic,Luka,Giannis,Wemby now etc..great show guys I butchered this comment but anybody who knows bball will understand me💯🫡
Tony was more athletic… but Luka carrying more of a power forward build can play bully ball if needed to. The fact that MJ & Pippen shut down Tony in the Olympics I feel is one of the reasons he doesn’t get much credit. You would think a guy from Europe would start an Academy in the US and market all the European players as a biz
I agree with intheshell, JS has not only great stories, but never shied away from tough questions. And what a speaking voice. Great guest, wish DP show would have him on more often. Being a fan of the old Bulls team, I'm glad about what John had to say about Tony Kukoc. 6'10, could bring the ball up, great passer and great long ball shooter. But he was the ultimate team player doing what was asked of him on a team with great talent and head coach. Another great interview DP, you are the best.
I'm a Houston kid & loved the "Bad Boy" era ... I'm Rockets 1st, but I still see the Pistons when they come to town. Notre Dame also a fav college of mine
Isiah is not underrated. He is forgotten. Never mind all the stuff off the court. Guys whose careers ended before the internet age are just overlooked. Two whole generations never watched him play. We have to endure lebron fanatics nonsense because most of them are under 30 and if they ever even watched Mike play, it was breaking down in Washington.
@@Skier10 it's all a matter of perspective. For what it's worth, guys my age and older (I'm 45) would say him first or right after Earvin. I think nowadays they're even overlooking Magic lmaoooooo
@@TheEsquireOfSports agreed. Magic completely revolutionized the position and saved the nba. A total shame to think he’d be overlooked in any way in today’s era.
We need Spiderman to come back around the Georgia Tech basketball program again. Could use his experience with our (finally) excellent crew of recruits and telling them about being around the best and relaying to the fellas what it takes to be great.
Larry in his short lived prime years compared to today but in 8 or 9 years or whatever that span was he was a bad MFR. Only Kareem and Magic together could stop him. LeBron has been a force with the right situations but for much of his career he was not that dude.
Kukoc absolutely in Joker-Luka mold, maybe not *quite* as good, but right there. Unlike them, he could jump a bit and was quick. Nice interview with Salley. Thoughtful man (with Van Gogh and Basquiat references!).
Gosh...You get Jesus or the Virgin Mary who would you choose? Top Ten of all time lists questions. These aren't compelling. Still love most of the DP interviews though. Liked the insight on John's early years of hosting Kevin Willis for example when he would visit Detroit.
Bird prime vs LeBron prime is not even close. what kind of a question is this Dan? I wonder what does a guy that went to war against Larry answer...hm....
European soccer academies are overrated. They aren't the best thing to educate young soccer players very well, because these players don't develop skills in one on one situations and lack creativity after they left these academies later on. They are well educated in terms of tactics, one touch passing the ball and "playing against the ball" defensively, but offensively they don't bring very much to the table. One touch soccer, long ball possession periods in the game is boring in soccer and doesn't guarantee playing successfully, this style of soccer is cancelled now. Individual skills offensively count. African soccer players are very successful, because they played street soccer from the beginning and they are beasts one on one with huge dribbling skills and learn tactics later on in europe, while european players learn tactics and playing -schemes at first in rhese academies, which leads to lack of creativity, when they enter major leagues. Soccer academies don't guarantee success, because dribbling in one on one situations was seen as selfish behaviour, which diminishes the teams chances and dribbling was banned in these academies for years. Today the lack of creativity is recognized and they try to change things now.
Love Kukoc but that reference was kinda insulting. Kukoc was just a role player in the NBA. That's it. LUKA is Larry Bird and Magic in One! And more clutch than Lebron. ANd when they sweep the Celtics, you can all put him in another category.
Then you're missing his point a bit. Because he was playing with Jordan and Pippen his role was a sixth man and a facilitator hence his nickname the waiter. He was awesome in 94 and 95 before Jordan came back as well as in Europe before he came to the NBA. The comparison was more about style of play than saying they are equally great as the main guy on a finals team.
You didn’t listen to what Sally said clearly. And LeBron has more clutch pts, buzzer beaters in playoffs and better % than all the greats combined. You just on here talkin. Get some rest.
I could listen to that dude all day. He has got to have a million stories.
What a great interview! I've always enjoyed listening to John Salley. He needs to be on more often, if possible!
Salley is so great and chill, and smart. His perspectives are always on point. If anyone hasnt seen the 30 for 30 "bad boys", its fantastic. Need to see it. Rewatchable too
Thank you JS for mentioning Toni Kukoč; much love from Croatia!
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AWESOME interview! Love Salley
Salley was exactly like this even when he was a rookie. In Detroit he was everybody's favorite interview, made a point of living in the city, and befriended hated opponents while still being a respected Piston. You could tell he had a clear picture of where he was going, and he made it happen.
Picked Bird over LBJ like it was the most obvious thing ever. 💯💯💯
Because it was... For those who played against him and watched him.
Just glad more and more are beginning to speak out against the absurd idea of lebron best of all time
@@Skier10only jordan was better not bird 🤡✌️
Great interview. Give John some more love. He would be great to have on more often. Love his stories.
Man I love him, he has like the best personality and perspective.
That Tony Kukoc-Luka reference was spot on..Tony Kukoc would be exactly like Luka today respect for that John..btw Luka started playing pro in 14 yrs old in Real Madrid he played grown ass man since they are 14-15 so you can't scare them you can't do nothing to them and yes in Europe since you start as a kid you learn all fundamentals you play every position as you grow and that's why these guys today are so skilled while in USA you're all are interested is athleticisam since MJ and with these kids today playing in AAU all friendly and a coach can't tell them nothing specially now with all these social media think they are a stars and its a problem so this are some of the reasons Europeans are the best players in the world Jokic,Luka,Giannis,Wemby now etc..great show guys I butchered this comment but anybody who knows bball will understand me💯🫡
Tony was more athletic… but Luka carrying more of a power forward build can play bully ball if needed to.
The fact that MJ & Pippen shut down Tony in the Olympics I feel is one of the reasons he doesn’t get much credit.
You would think a guy from Europe would start an Academy in the US and market all the European players as a biz
Exactly like Luka? 😂
he started playing pro at 16.
Great appearance, that was fucking great
John salley is just one of those guys…. every time i see him i wonder why it’s been so long since i saw him last.
Now you can watch his podcast,. CFU
I agree with intheshell, JS has not only great stories, but never shied away from tough questions. And what a speaking voice. Great guest, wish DP show would have him on more often. Being a fan of the old Bulls team, I'm glad about what John had to say about Tony Kukoc. 6'10, could bring the ball up, great passer and great long ball shooter. But he was the ultimate team player doing what was asked of him on a team with great talent and head coach. Another great interview DP, you are the best.
Honestly, it's one of the best interviews in a while. Love the banter jabs and laughing
You’re the best Danny. Don’t retire!
I'm a Houston kid & loved the "Bad Boy" era ... I'm Rockets 1st, but I still see the Pistons when they come to town. Notre Dame also a fav college of mine
In here watching from 🇨🇦🏁
Always like John Salley interviews. He’s the coolest NBA player.
Damn when you think of it people don’t really know how good Bird was
Salley has always been a favorite. It’s been awhile but he’s still the same cool dude. Gottta catch up and check out his podcast.
John Sir m Spurs fan brother yes Sir since 99 i followed Timmy n wake forest ..💪👌✔️
Great talk
Super Interview
John is awesome. I hated him (and Bird... I was a Lakers fan as a kid) but he is very erudite now. More of him, please!
Gonna have to catch Salley's pod, he's got great stories. It'd be cool if it's filmed too, they could put the show/clips on here
Isiah is not underrated.
He is forgotten. Never mind all the stuff off the court. Guys whose careers ended before the internet age are just overlooked.
Two whole generations never watched him play.
We have to endure lebron fanatics nonsense because most of them are under 30 and if they ever even watched Mike play, it was breaking down in Washington.
Good points. Isiah was a freakin baller tho… still feel he’s underrated
@@Skier10 it's all a matter of perspective. For what it's worth, guys my age and older (I'm 45) would say him first or right after Earvin. I think nowadays they're even overlooking Magic lmaoooooo
@@TheEsquireOfSports agreed. Magic completely revolutionized the position and saved the nba. A total shame to think he’d be overlooked in any way in today’s era.
@@Skier10 but that he is... To these young cats. He is but a gif to them.
TFU is the inside voice for "thank you Todd"
We need Spiderman to come back around the Georgia Tech basketball program again. Could use his experience with our (finally) excellent crew of recruits and telling them about being around the best and relaying to the fellas what it takes to be great.
JS is so cool
Love this guy
Good interview Mr. Salley rep the "D" nice
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Larry in his short lived prime years compared to today but in 8 or 9 years or whatever that span was he was a bad MFR. Only Kareem and Magic together could stop him. LeBron has been a force with the right situations but for much of his career he was not that dude.
Hmmmm, Philly beat bird and the boys
And Lakers and the boys.
John looks and reminds me of an older JBSmooth on curb minus the cussing….
Kukoc absolutely in Joker-Luka mold, maybe not *quite* as good, but right there. Unlike them, he could jump a bit and was quick. Nice interview with Salley. Thoughtful man (with Van Gogh and Basquiat references!).
Encore!
Gosh...You get Jesus or the Virgin Mary who would you choose? Top Ten of all time lists questions. These aren't compelling. Still love most of the DP interviews though. Liked the insight on John's early years of hosting Kevin Willis for example when he would visit Detroit.
John crazy and Hi...😂...he's finally came to his senses by wearing MJ shirt and choosing him first..
Toni Kukcoc...A.K.A *The Waiter* was SUPER nice❗
That intro has got to go 🤬
Good luck… it’s literally been on for a decade now
The reasons nobody liked the Pistons were small market and cheap shots plus no real discernable stars. No flashy players like Magic, Larry, Mike etc
Isiah Thomas... People forget how great he was. The original angel faced assassin.
Lmao, Isiah not being a "discernable star" is a ridiculous take.
@@brianf.8996 Isaiah wasn't a flashy player or viewed as a dominant player in the league.
Please cut the intro
Doncic was pro at 14 actually
Bird prime vs LeBron prime is not even close. what kind of a question is this Dan? I wonder what does a guy that went to war against Larry answer...hm....
Hypocrites ! “NBA players today are too friendly!” But MJ was hanging w/ Sally , Barkley and Magic and Isiah were kissing each other! Smh
Isaiah over Magic in their prime?
Hell No!
I also choose Shaq between Jokic and Shaq. I love Jokic, but compared to Shaq he's a forward. He's more like a Larry Bird.
Luka started pro at 13!
didn't play pro until he was 16.
Always with the rankings. The needle is stuck in a groove. 👎
I did NOT like the Pistons yet John sally is one of my favorite humans.
As good as Kobe is, Sally’s right. Other 3 dudes is better
Only thing I wanna know, did he cry?😂
Lame-beer… was a straight up punk if u were on the opposing team
Played major role in 3 final runs.
ditch that silly intro, jeezuz
I think he is financially motivated to keep it..
Zeke my fave
Zeke is sneaky and a jealous old man ...
@@vitosmith8195I'm sure he means as a player. Who cares about his personality
I would take Bird over Lebron any day prime or not
European soccer academies are overrated. They aren't the best thing to educate young soccer players very well, because these players don't develop skills in one on one situations and lack creativity after they left these academies later on. They are well educated in terms of tactics, one touch passing the ball and "playing against the ball" defensively, but offensively they don't bring very much to the table. One touch soccer, long ball possession periods in the game is boring in soccer and doesn't guarantee playing successfully, this style of soccer is cancelled now. Individual skills offensively count. African soccer players are very successful, because they played street soccer from the beginning and they are beasts one on one with huge dribbling skills and learn tactics later on in europe, while european players learn tactics and playing -schemes at first in rhese academies, which leads to lack of creativity, when they enter major leagues.
Soccer academies don't guarantee success, because dribbling in one on one situations was seen as selfish behaviour, which diminishes the teams chances and dribbling was banned in these academies for years. Today the lack of creativity is recognized and they try to change things now.
Would love to see John Salley replace Kenny Smith on Inside the NBA.
Just add him in when Shaq can’t make it
Love Kukoc but that reference was kinda insulting. Kukoc was just a role player in the NBA. That's it. LUKA is Larry Bird and Magic in One! And more clutch than Lebron. ANd when they sweep the Celtics, you can all put him in another category.
Then you're missing his point a bit. Because he was playing with Jordan and Pippen his role was a sixth man and a facilitator hence his nickname the waiter. He was awesome in 94 and 95 before Jordan came back as well as in Europe before he came to the NBA. The comparison was more about style of play than saying they are equally great as the main guy on a finals team.
You didn’t listen to what Sally said clearly. And LeBron has more clutch pts, buzzer beaters in playoffs and better % than all the greats combined. You just on here talkin. Get some rest.
Kukoc was a little more than a "role player," c'mon now.
They, Bulls, bulked Toni and killed his athleticism. In today’s NBA they would leave him be.