(00:00:00) - Intro (00:03:23) - 2024 Olympics Team (00:08:05) - The Jheri curl (00:10:24) - Michael Jordan (00:15:36) - Larry Bird (00:21:39) - Magic Johnson (00:24:00) - 80’s Eastern Conference vs. 2000’s Western Conference & Bernard King (00:27:02) - Evolution of the game (00:31:28) - NBA contracts in the 80’s (00:33:00) - DeJounte Murray (00:33:33) - Zaccharie Risacher (00:34:47) - Childhood (00:35:53) - Olympics experience (00:38:38) - Mike Fratello (00:40:17) - Living in North Carolina (00:46:43) - Anthony Edwards (00:48:17) - Getting drafted by Utah Jazz (00:52:56) - Favorite career dunks & NBA fights (01:01:23) - Pistol Pete Maravich, Tree Rollins, and Lonnie Shelton (01:04:33) - NBA Dunks Contests (01:09:43) - Wilkins family in basketball (01:11:44) - Loaded Eastern Conference in the 80’s (01:13:35) - Kobe Bryant and dealing with injuries (01:16:06) - Playing overseas (01:18:18) - Quick Hitters (01:25:17) - End
I can listen to Dominique speak for hours and hours. Well spoken with so much respect and wisdom. And a ton of humility. What a great man. This man played when MEN ruled.
Big Celtics fan back in the day. Don't think I ever missed a game against Atlanta, Dominique always brought it just wish we would have got him when we had Larry :D Fun fact Dominique is last player to score a basket in Boston Garden before TD Garden.
Now this is how you do it! Bring the OGs on and let them tell their stories and relive some of the greatest moments in their lives instead of comparing eras and putting them down. All the smoke and Knuckleheads always get it right 🙌🏾
Man.. I’m only two minutes in and I’m already smiling! My childhood is full of great memories of The Human Highlight Film giving fools the business on the court! The stories are endless and if you are Generation X you know that nobody was better then the 80’s players! One of the greatest players ever! Respect 🫡 to Dominique!
I got to see a few of his games against the Celitcs and Bird. He was an unreal scorer and also extremely clutch. His athleticism was insane so he could do anything inside, but he could also shoot that rock. He deserves all the props.
He was NICE!!! People don’t understand I watched hardwood classic of him and highlights I’m a true fan of basketball but Kobe my fav all time ever 😂 human highlight reel
I just watched a rookie kobe try to guard Nique in the post, when Nique was with the spurs. Never knew they crossed paths, look it up. Nique cooked him!@@LaughAlil
He was a freak of nature he was hurt in college playing in the NIT final four he caught a tap dunk and I swear his chest was at the rim almost. With a pulled hamstring too
I remember doc rivers saying Dominique’s jumping ability was at penthouse level. Still one of the best comparisons I’ve ever heard. Wilkins was a badddd man too. all the smoke is back! Keep up the great work guys! 💨🏀
Ive got a Dominique story. My uncle moved to Boston or near Boston everyone claims but some other town. Anyways my uncle was a painter and won a painting job via a poker game with friends. The prize he won was to paint the house of Dominique Wilkins when he was traded to Boston Celtics. I was the bball kid in our family and loved the nba more than anything so he made sure he got a few autographs for me and my older brother. I still have it and cherish it. I absolutely loved watching Dominique and feel bad he didn't like his time with Boston. Chris ford made him miserable I guess. Alot of players hate Boston . I know drunk Bostonians are tough to deal with they get mouthy rude etc. Feel bad for nique he deserves much more love.
I feel blessed to have watched his whole career and see him go up against the other legends from that era. They helped me to fall in love with the game of basketball as a teenager.
Being born in the 80s some of my first memories of NBA Basketball was "The Human Highlight Film" Dominique Wilkins battling Larry Bird and both might have 40 points, Nique doesn't get his respect should've been on that Top50 NBA List, Man could roll out of bed and get 30 points and highlights all night!
@@enniol8043 if you're saying what game just look up Dominique Wilkins and Larry Bird battles it'll pop up, the Old School NBA wasn't so bad as they try to say nowadays!
" No one is bigger than the game, some of them are iconic and fit that Bill but no one is bigger than the game." Love it: the humility. This show is honoring the greats is beautiful to watch and learn from them. I hope one of these days, one of those greats i.e. AİR Jordan will fall to earth and attend this show as an humble guest. Time should show. Love & Respect.
Nique had the misfortune of being sandwiched between Magic/Bird and Jordan eras. I’m not sure there has ever been a more explosive, more consistently entertaining player to watch. His 4th quarter shootout with Bird, Game 7, is as good as it gets. He’s vastly underrated, and of course Kobe loved his game.
Dominique Wilkins was RI-DICULOUS...sometimes players' nicknames can be fascinating when they're authentic. And there's a reason why this guy has been nicknamed " the human highlight- film". The play at 0:30 is ridiculous. What a savage ! Jordan respected him because he never backdown from him. He should have been in the top 50 but the NBA corrected the mistake in the top 75 list.
I'm a Tarheel resident and this guy and Alvis Rogers who went to Wake Forest were one of many stars to birth their careers in NC. We are forever so proud.
Can’t believe how happy I am to see Nique on here! Following Kemp too! You be spoiling us old folk guys :) Being in the UK and watching these guys play in the 80’s and 90’s… man, they were real life super hero’s. Damn, they could fly man! You’ve made me so happy today. Nique was always the prime physical specimen. In his short shorts. That Jordan scoring stat is unreal! Please get Muggsy on the show. Would love to hear his stories, as a small man in the land of giants.
this show is the replacement to "Open Court"... absolutely wonderful.. i'd walk all day on all 4s to hear jack laugh.. you guys are killing it! love it, thank you Matt, thank you Jack! please someone tell me if there's someone any cooler than Nique.. i'll call BS.
I'm sitting here listening to Nique talkin' about Jordan, then Bird and in my head I say "I'd love to hear him talk about King because lord knows he has got to respect the man and nobody gives him the love he deserves." I was born in the 70s and I'm grateful to have seen that era of basketball. Nique was one of the absolute best on the court, but my respect goes much further than that...he's just stellar dude and truly great players that recognize the greatness of others get even more of my respect.
Dominique is a great story teller, I could listen to him talking all day. Such a class act guy. Thank you Nique for all the memories! You are one of the best!
Definitely the best view yall have done or shall I say my most favorite (apologies) !!!!!.....love that you all GAVE Nique his flowers on your platform. And to hear The Human Highlight speak on his Airness and their battles. Art In its PURIST form. !!!!! Love that you all are sooo fuckn AUTHENTIC. BIG UPS MY BRUTHAS !!!!!
I met the OG in Chicago right after I graduated from boot camp at the airport and he was so nice and respectful, just a real genuine man . He even took a pic with me.
Thank you for including the highlights in the video . When the bball players are interviewed its great because both hosts played the game so theres an understanding of the game and what comes with it
Best dunker of them all was Nique! No doubt! With all respect to The Doc, Connie Hawkins, Chocolate Thunder, Skywalker, Dr. Dunkenstein, Air Jordan, Clyde the Glide, Kobe, Vinsanity & Reign Man. I'd bet my house on The Human Highlight Film, Dominique Wilkins!
I'm 57, really appreciated this interview . Fresh off the bus? Destiney for real. Pistons fan. Man since like 1976 what a blessing to have witnessed so many sports legends and iconic sports moments across all sports. crazy . Domonique has always been a class man. That double clutch was a straight monster.... Human Highlight Film. These youngsters need nick names... why did that stop
I appreciate the knowledge and subject matter that you men bring to your podcast every week. I'm a former D1 football player from the 70's. Keep up the great programming 👍🏾
Love watching you guys! Love this interview. Love Dominique.Bird had bronchial pneumonia that shootout game with Dominique. Watching all these greats play was amazing.❤
I remember watching a Bulls game in the late 80’s & the television station posted the score it said : Bulls 18 Wilkins 21 He was thrashing us that night .
Joe Dumars is the most underrated/forgotten hall of famer. Nique always been the human highlight film! Only casuals know little or nothing of the great Black Hawk!!
(00:00:00) - Intro
(00:03:23) - 2024 Olympics Team
(00:08:05) - The Jheri curl
(00:10:24) - Michael Jordan
(00:15:36) - Larry Bird
(00:21:39) - Magic Johnson
(00:24:00) - 80’s Eastern Conference vs. 2000’s Western Conference & Bernard King
(00:27:02) - Evolution of the game
(00:31:28) - NBA contracts in the 80’s
(00:33:00) - DeJounte Murray
(00:33:33) - Zaccharie Risacher
(00:34:47) - Childhood
(00:35:53) - Olympics experience
(00:38:38) - Mike Fratello
(00:40:17) - Living in North Carolina
(00:46:43) - Anthony Edwards
(00:48:17) - Getting drafted by Utah Jazz
(00:52:56) - Favorite career dunks & NBA fights
(01:01:23) - Pistol Pete Maravich, Tree Rollins, and Lonnie Shelton
(01:04:33) - NBA Dunks Contests
(01:09:43) - Wilkins family in basketball
(01:11:44) - Loaded Eastern Conference in the 80’s
(01:13:35) - Kobe Bryant and dealing with injuries
(01:16:06) - Playing overseas
(01:18:18) - Quick Hitters
(01:25:17) - End
Great interview Matt and Stack
Growing up in Atlanta, this was my idol as a kid!
CHOCOLATE THUNDER.
DOMINIQUE WILKINS.
SHAWN KEMP.
VINCE CARTER.
BLAKE GRIFFIN.
TOP#5 FEROCITY DUNKERS 🖤
Pippen had a better player
I can listen to Dominique speak for hours and hours. Well spoken with so much respect and wisdom. And a ton of humility. What a great man. This man played when MEN ruled.
Same I have a lot of respect for Dominque
I could listen to Dominique talk basketball all day. His wisdom and respect for the game is something we should learn from.
Nique was snubbed from the top 50 players in 96. Highly underrated and class personified.
I was 16 then,I was so pissed.
Big Celtics fan back in the day. Don't think I ever missed a game against Atlanta, Dominique always brought it just wish we would have got him when we had Larry :D Fun fact Dominique is last player to score a basket in Boston Garden before TD Garden.
Real talk
Agreed, but at least they made up for it and put him on the Top75. There were 5-6 guys robbed on that as well.
No doubt, he deserved to be in there in 96’.
I'm born and raised ATL. I remember seeing Dominique Wilkins live. He was an absolute monster.
I'm from Milledgeville living in Chicago now and I tell these folks Dominique is Georgia's GOAT
Dominique "the human highlight" Wilkins is so underrated its crazy..respect for having him on🫡
Now this is how you do it! Bring the OGs on and let them tell their stories and relive some of the greatest moments in their lives instead of comparing eras and putting them down. All the smoke and Knuckleheads always get it right 🙌🏾
Man.. I’m only two minutes in and I’m already smiling! My childhood is full of great memories of The Human Highlight Film giving fools the business on the court! The stories are endless and if you are Generation X you know that nobody was better then the 80’s players! One of the greatest players ever! Respect 🫡 to Dominique!
No idea if old people are here but damn ….. Dominique look in shape for 64 years old !
*THE HUMAN HIGHLIGHT FILM* one of the coldest ever. Top 3 nicknames ever.
Not to sound petty but it's THE HUMAN HIGHLIGHT REEL lol I'm only saying it cuz I see literally see everyone saying it wrong.
The best interview I've seen of the real hoopers from the 80's and 90's.
Dominique you will always be remembered in Greece ☘
I would pay anything to go back in time and watch Dominique play live, an extraordinary player. Rims are still crying for his dunks 😁
I got to see a few of his games against the Celitcs and Bird. He was an unreal scorer and also extremely clutch. His athleticism was insane so he could do anything inside, but he could also shoot that rock. He deserves all the props.
He was NICE!!! People don’t understand I watched hardwood classic of him and highlights I’m a true fan of basketball but Kobe my fav all time ever 😂 human highlight reel
I just watched a rookie kobe try to guard Nique in the post, when Nique was with the spurs. Never knew they crossed paths, look it up. Nique cooked him!@@LaughAlil
He was a freak of nature he was hurt in college playing in the NIT final four he caught a tap dunk and I swear his chest was at the rim almost. With a pulled hamstring too
@@ethanboldt2560I agree his mid range was insane... he would heat up quickly
This is an outstanding interview of Dominique Wilkins. Excellent, educational and brilliant Thank you!!
I remember doc rivers saying Dominique’s jumping ability was at penthouse level.
Still one of the best comparisons I’ve ever heard. Wilkins was a badddd man too. all the smoke is back! Keep up the great work guys! 💨🏀
All the smoke fell off bad🤣😭
Ive got a Dominique story. My uncle moved to Boston or near Boston everyone claims but some other town. Anyways my uncle was a painter and won a painting job via a poker game with friends. The prize he won was to paint the house of Dominique Wilkins when he was traded to Boston Celtics. I was the bball kid in our family and loved the nba more than anything so he made sure he got a few autographs for me and my older brother. I still have it and cherish it. I absolutely loved watching Dominique and feel bad he didn't like his time with Boston. Chris ford made him miserable I guess. Alot of players hate Boston . I know drunk Bostonians are tough to deal with they get mouthy rude etc. Feel bad for nique he deserves much more love.
I feel blessed to have watched his whole career and see him go up against the other legends from that era. They helped me to fall in love with the game of basketball as a teenager.
Being born in the 80s some of my first memories of NBA Basketball was "The Human Highlight Film" Dominique Wilkins battling Larry Bird and both might have 40 points, Nique doesn't get his respect should've been on that Top50 NBA List, Man could roll out of bed and get 30 points and highlights all night!
I agree with you!! 81 baby and Nique was the shiiiiiiiit !! One of my all time favorites
😊🎉😮😅😅😢😊😅ruclips.net/user/shortsuDJsDigryKs?si=6sLMpgdf6NfUeCir966503😅😊@@joeg9766
Do you remember that game where Wilkins and Bird just went back and forth?
@@enniol8043 if you're saying what game just look up Dominique Wilkins and Larry Bird battles it'll pop up, the Old School NBA wasn't so bad as they try to say nowadays!
@@enniol8043 look up 1988 Eastern Conference Finals Dominique vs Larry Bird, this is one of my first memories of the NBA, they were going at it!
" No one is bigger than the game, some of them are iconic and fit that Bill but no one is bigger than the game."
Love it: the humility.
This show is honoring the greats is beautiful to watch and learn from them.
I hope one of these days, one of those greats i.e. AİR Jordan will fall to earth and attend this show as an humble guest. Time should show.
Love & Respect.
That was a shot to Lebron he thinks he's bigger than the game
Only 3 guys back then I paid to watch. Bird, Jordan and Dominique. It was a pleasure
You didn't pay to watch Magic too?🤔
I’ll answer this: No, cause it was Hella expensive in LA😂😂
Dominique highlights still inspire..like an artist. The greatest 🔥
Nique had the misfortune of being sandwiched between Magic/Bird and Jordan eras. I’m not sure there has ever been a more explosive, more consistently entertaining player to watch. His 4th quarter shootout with Bird, Game 7, is as good as it gets. He’s vastly underrated, and of course Kobe loved his game.
Growing up MJ and Nique were my 1 and 2 favorite players in the game💯 🐐
Man, watching this man gave me the vision of being a dunker and player. Nique was amazing on the court
Best interview so far. Yall are really refining this. Great memories.
Kemp followed by Nique, man u guys are killing it right now. You 2 underrated for sure 🔥
Shoutout to y’all for keeping us entertained even in the offseason
I still have my Dominique Wilkins Reebok Pumps!
I need em
Dominique Wilkins was RI-DICULOUS...sometimes players' nicknames can be fascinating when they're authentic. And there's a reason why this guy has been nicknamed " the human highlight- film". The play at 0:30 is ridiculous. What a savage ! Jordan respected him because he never backdown from him. He should have been in the top 50 but the NBA corrected the mistake in the top 75 list.
Dominique Wilkins much MUCH RESPECT 👍🏾👌
Oh nice ! Help me get thru this shift. Love Nique. Lets gooo 💪🏼
I seen Nique dunk on 5 dudes at the same time. The way he dunked on Birds head 😅
Tore his Achilles and then came back like it never happened!
Facts.
He was the first to tear his Achilles and come back whole. Back then a torn Achilles was a career death sentence.
I'm a Tarheel resident and this guy and Alvis Rogers who went to Wake Forest were one of many stars to birth their careers in NC. We are forever so proud.
My favorite NBA Player from this period...All the battles between him & Jordan was must watch TV!!!! #inmyopinion
Greatest dunker in my book/electric
Probably the second best in game dunker of all time after Vince Carter.
This Episode was Dope! Dominique class act always 👏🏽👏🏽
So good guys! Thanks for this. Total nostalgia and such an awesome chat.
Can’t believe how happy I am to see Nique on here! Following Kemp too! You be spoiling us old folk guys :)
Being in the UK and watching these guys play in the 80’s and 90’s… man, they were real life super hero’s. Damn, they could fly man!
You’ve made me so happy today. Nique was always the prime physical specimen. In his short shorts.
That Jordan scoring stat is unreal!
Please get Muggsy on the show. Would love to hear his stories, as a small man in the land of giants.
When Nique says he "BANGED' it on em". Forget what you thought & times it by 10 🔥💪🏾
“Compliments of Earvin “Magic” Johnson..” 😳😳😳 🤣🤣🤣
Aye i was dying he say “noooooo”
You know he lying he freaked out that day
Man's sent a escort
Magic is the goat lol
Bird and Nique were my two favorite players when I was a kid. Great competitors and statesmen of the game.
Nique is pure class and definitely underrated.
this show is the replacement to "Open Court"... absolutely wonderful.. i'd walk all day on all 4s to hear jack laugh.. you guys are killing it! love it, thank you Matt, thank you Jack! please someone tell me if there's someone any cooler than Nique.. i'll call BS.
Nique was special. I always was rooting for Mike being from the Chicagoland area but Nique was one of them!
This was nice,
And very needed at this point in time.
One my favorite episodes. Dope interview
I'm sitting here listening to Nique talkin' about Jordan, then Bird and in my head I say "I'd love to hear him talk about King because lord knows he has got to respect the man and nobody gives him the love he deserves." I was born in the 70s and I'm grateful to have seen that era of basketball. Nique was one of the absolute best on the court, but my respect goes much further than that...he's just stellar dude and truly great players that recognize the greatness of others get even more of my respect.
AMEN well said! Nique was a serious talent in the NBA and should of been top 50 vs 75.
I also grew up in that era loving these matchups and rivalries. Just the intro Matt Barnes gave…. Can’t wait to watch this episode
Dominique is a great story teller, I could listen to him talking all day. Such a class act guy. Thank you Nique for all the memories! You are one of the best!
Kemp and nique were my favorite players! Thank you for having them on the pod 🙏
Mine too. Like it when they played together in 1994 on Dream Team two
Definitely the best view yall have done or shall I say my most favorite (apologies) !!!!!.....love that you all GAVE Nique his flowers on your platform. And to hear The Human Highlight speak on his Airness and their battles. Art In its PURIST form. !!!!! Love that you all are sooo fuckn AUTHENTIC. BIG UPS MY BRUTHAS !!!!!
This interview is pure gold.
My only poster in college during the 80s was a Dominique Wilkins poster. 😊❤
I met the OG in Chicago right after I graduated from boot camp at the airport and he was so nice and respectful, just a real genuine man . He even took a pic with me.
Good show with Human Highlights 👏🏽
Thank you for including the highlights in the video . When the bball players are interviewed its great because both hosts played the game so theres an understanding of the game and what comes with it
Best dunker of them all was Nique! No doubt! With all respect to The Doc, Connie Hawkins, Chocolate Thunder, Skywalker, Dr. Dunkenstein, Air Jordan, Clyde the Glide, Kobe, Vinsanity & Reign Man. I'd bet my house on The Human Highlight Film, Dominique Wilkins!
Kenny (Sky)Walker doesn't get mentioned enough with these other guys for his dunking
Wilkins speaking with class and wisdom.
I'm 57, really appreciated this interview . Fresh off the bus? Destiney for real. Pistons fan. Man since like 1976 what a blessing to have witnessed so many sports legends and iconic sports moments across all sports. crazy . Domonique has always been a class man. That double clutch was a straight monster.... Human Highlight Film. These youngsters need nick names... why did that stop
Great Interview! A must watch! I would love it if Nique had a book because I'm sure these stories and many others would be great to read.
One of the BEST EVER! Nique should have been on the top 50 all-time NBA team and on the original Dream Team!
Man this was a amazing interview fellas. D Wilkins was something amazing to watch.
Best episode yet. ty.
I just watched the entire show. Dominque Wilkins…. What a class act. Perfect guest on your show!!! Doesn’t get any better!!!
Dominique looks so good! I love hearing his story 😊
Man I was a huge Nique fan. Loved watching this interview.
My all time fav player, high intensity, rip the rim down! Legend of the game!!!
Love Nique trolling with his Karl Malone answer 😂
Timestamp?
@@JayJetzon 1:23:35
@@DaggerMan11? All he said was but
@@claypolite4504 Try 1:24:04
What an amazing episode. MORE OGs. LOVE you Nique!!
Another Great show with Mr. Wilkins. Love the man. Awesome player Everyones OG. He's a Class Act.👍🙌🏀
I appreciate the knowledge and subject matter that you men bring to your podcast every week. I'm a former D1 football player from the 70's. Keep up the great programming 👍🏾
LOOK. I loved MJ growing up and still do to this day. But ...#21 DOMINIQUE was HIM! We all liked Nique in my hood. Great show fellas.💯🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
All time favorite player next to Kobe. As a 80s kid any time you saw that #21 jersey on tv you had to watch!
Great! Thank you guys. These shows should be manadatory for current players.
Dominique is a GREAT storyteller! Wow!
Funny moments, too!
Love watching you guys! Love this interview. Love Dominique.Bird had bronchial pneumonia that shootout game with Dominique. Watching all these greats play was amazing.❤
Nique is a great interview! Met him back in 2000 at a golf course and you would have thought I knew for my entire life, he was so cool!
I remember watching a Bulls game in the late 80’s & the television station posted the score it said :
Bulls 18
Wilkins 21
He was thrashing us that night .
Thanks for everything Dominique, love from Greece!
Joe Dumars is the most underrated/forgotten hall of famer. Nique always been the human highlight film! Only casuals know little or nothing of the great Black Hawk!!
Great show, great interview. Love Dominique Wilkins 👍
Greatest in game dunker
I understand but Shawn Kemp might have something to say about that.
Vince Carter too.
Blake too
@@Yamivenum😂😂😂
@@Yamivenumget Blake outta here
I'm a huge fan of this show, I'd love to see you guys talk to Clyde "the Glide" Drexler
THANK YOU for the LOVE for Bernard King. That dude was INCREDIBLE. Dropping buckets like it was super easy.
One of THE BEST to EVER do it!! That was AWESOME what he said to Kobe in the locker room. He spoke THE TRUTH!!
We back! Let's go fellas and we starting with the human highlight film. Salute fellas.
The Human Highlight Film. Little Washington/252 in the building. One of the best in game dunkers I have seen and an ATL legend.
Absolutely enjoyed this so much !!
That dunk Nique did on Parish was nasty
Big facts !!!!!!!!!!
Y’all need to interview Bernard King 👑.
That RIM…. Lord, have mercy… !! ❤❤❤❤
glad to see u guys back
One of y'all best interviews, ever.
Atlanta Hawks legend 🎥🎞️
Legend on and off the court
Dominique Wilkins a true class act
the best 4 quarter head-to-head battle in NBA history was Dominque v Bird in playoff. Legendary.
🍿 here we go.