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Interesting. I’ve always admired Cousy’s court sense and enjoyed this interview. I love the history of basketball and have previously enjoyed your videos and have been a long time subscriber. However, I didn’t realize that I was the worst sports fan of all time. I have no idea why I am however. Based on this highlighted and emphasized post you made, I suppose you would prefer I unsubscribe? I would encourage you to keep up your interesting content. Lot of good stuff on your channel. Best of luck!
Assuming this interview took place in the same year as the video was uploaded to RUclips, you're looking at a 96 year old gentlemen (he was born in 1928 and is still with us) who is complete control of his faculties. And he and the stars of his era were among the greatest to play the game.
I was coming into my teenage years as a player when Cousy and those great Celtics teams dominated. I would watch their games ANY DAY over what I see in the NBA today which is hotdogging the ball and not working to get the ball inside. That was pure basketball back then!
Cousy took the magnificent creativity of the game to unimagined levels at that time. Players have taken it even higher, he inspired many. Then came the Pistol.
As a kid from Whitman, south of Boston I was fortunate to watch you play and your passes were so innovative before others played like that. Behind the back, no look, over the shoulder, so creative. Thank you. and now Caitlin Clark with Indiana Fever plays and especially passes like she has your genes or were her coach.
grew up watching and attempting to mimic this all time great. In my humble opinion he did more to change the game than any other player. His passing game was his hallmark.
I only saw his last game on RUclips. 18 points and a ton of assists. Every pass he threw landed in perfect position. Nobody had to bend or jump to catch his passes. Clearly, he was slow compared to Jerry West but you could see his brainpower. Today, there is so much space. In his day, passes were in or through the paint. No room for errors.
Bob Cousy was great. He played the game with great imagination and flair. Bill Russell was the greatest defensive player I ever saw. Chamberlain was second.
thanks for the Cousy clip...have seen a ton of clips of the Bird-Magic and later stars, but very few from the 50s & 60s (of course maybe I should look harder too) - but great hearing from one of the early OGs
JJ would crush Cousy. No contest at all. JJ had put in more practice hours and training by the end of his college career than Cousy in his entire career. Cousy is incredible and laid the foundation for all the great creative point guards that followed, but he is a product of his time. There are high school players in this country that could beat prime Cousy 1 on 1. That’s what JJ was saying. The average NBA player now is very skilled for his size. Guys as big as Mikan, that dribble and pass like than Cousy, run like Riley, and can shoot from anywhere on the court. JJ’s comments have been taken out of context and it’s clear Mr Cousy heard about it second hand and never took the time to listen for himself.
Read the book “The Last Pass”by Gary Pomerantz. It’s about Cousy’s relationship with Bill Russell. Very moving and well-written. My favorite old time Celtics book.
Magic Johnson, Lebron James, John Stockton, Larry Bird, Jerry West and Bob Cousy are the type of players who have the best instincts...they are floor generals who get the most other players involved. Most athletic player of all time = Wilt Chamberlain. Smartest, best defensive player of all time = Bill Russell. Best 3 point shooter of all time = Stephan Curry. Most successful and best all around player(s): Michael Jordan and Lebron James. The NBA has been a joy to follow over the years.
My Dad was an amazing Player and had a favorite in his day, The Houdini of the Hard court was his fave. That would be Cousy ...just sayin'... Without a question, one of the greatest guards ever
I am a Holy Cross Alum from 1976. My Freshman year, I lived on the 3rd floor of Carlin Hall. Across the stairway from my room, there was a room where Bob Cousy lived as a Freshman! The guys who lived in that room were proud of that legacy!
I've always instinctly been a 'guru' of not just sports but 'sports history.' I've long, long had the opinion that you can't really compare eras in any sport...because of 'societal influences'......and I've long had the opinion......dthat the best players of all sports of many decades ago were just as good as the best of today's athletes, even if in some ways they don't 'look' like they are on film. Case in point: If modern athletes were born in or grew up many decades ago, instead of today....they wouldn't have been any better athletically or otherwise than old school athletes. Conversely, I'm convinced that if Bob Cousy or many very old and aging athletes, who are old school......were born in modern times.....that due to societal influences they would be just as good in every conceivable way today......as the best athletes of today.......
It sounds like Cousy's earlier days were playing for Coaches who thought they were "engineers". What I learned is that you can always lead an Engineer to Knowledge, but you can't make them Think. Hee Haw 😋 !
Today’s basketball is a product of its own history. Nobody invented any move without seeing someone else do it first, either in practice or on the play ground. It’s moving in the wrong direction, too many turnovers, bad shots, poor rebounding, too rough, bad ball handling ( carrying the ball and traveling).
He’s part of the original pioneer stock of basketball and you need to honor them. Because they created the modern game. They made it possible. A lot of conspiracy nuts claim Wilt didn’t score 100 points because there is no footage of the game. First, not all games were televised. Second, it was played in Hershey, PA as a promotion for the NBA because it wasn’t extremely popular back then. Those guys made it popular. Gave it a chance to survive so some 19 year old kid could make 30 million sitting on a bench.
J.J. meant that in Cousy's day, many players had to have other jobs to supplement their income, jobs like plumbers and firemen, etc. They didn't have the infrastructure, training science, and medical care that are a HUGE advantage to the skill and performance levels of todays players. Few people can read anymore, much less listen with any degree of critical comprehension, their perspectives jellied by emotions. Mr. Cousy, one of the true greats who I idolized as a kid, got his information indirectly (as he stated himself) from overly zealous, third-party sources looking to inflate their own dubious media value. Sad ... and not a little pathetic.
Okay I don't know from what alien planet you have arrived but obviously you have not watched enough of earthly TV to know a clue what you're talking about
Nevermind what the nimrods say, you are correct. Cousy was absolutely misinformed about what JJ actually said, much less meant by what he said. Cousy twice refers to JJ as having said players in his era "played like firemen and electricians." That is not at all what JJ had said. As you point out, JJ said players in that era were not making millions like they do today, many of them had to find other work in the off season. I am certain that if Cousy were informed of what JJ actually said, he would validate that indeed he knew players who supplemented their income by working as firemen, plumbers and electricians. The whole controversy over what JJ said was so stupidly blown out of proportion. Lucky for him that the Lakers decision-makers chose not to pay attention, or buy into, the false narrative and misrepresentations.
@@scott8xxx532it wasn’t blown out proportion, it was said in a snide condescending manner which showed little respect for those players, much of Reddicks observations are made based on having watched the games on video and his comments are both condescending and needlessly aimed at people who aren’t always able to to garner a pulpit in response, when they interview people that were there they almost categorically argue the opposing point to him.
Cousy was a key player, not a role player, on 6 championships, by the Celtics. Whatever his reason for shading players from that era, Cousy, in particular, Reddick was being just a plain, ignorant, I had better not say, what. I have heard, in videos on youtube, Reddick is head coach of the Lakers. If that is correct, what is the NBA coming to? What are The Lakers coming to? That might be a better question.
Basketball instincts no matter what generation involve stats. Look at rebounds,steals,blocks,assists,scoring. They also involve non stats. Picks, back door cuts etc. Who runs the game when they are on the court. Earvin Johnson is my answer to this question.
Mr. Bob, I feel that Caitlan Clark is a direct disciple of your manner of playing for the tram, and you should be deeply moved to see a young player copy your strong example in team play.
My gut tells me that JJ was trying to pay a compliment but maybe got it a little wrong. But this is the first time have seen Cousy in many years. So perhaps JJ was right all along. He did bring exposure to some great players.
Look these current sport players who think the past players in their sport Are mediocre Should line up and play against, Joe Namath , Dick Butkus , Lawrence Taylor, wilt Chamberlain Dr J , Nolan Ryan , Ted Williams , Bobby Orr and Jack Nicklaus and see who comes up on top .
Nowadays the rules are broken constantly! Walking, traveling, palming the ball, carrying the ball! Back then they played the right way! It all changed when Jordan came around!
Pistol Pete was the best ball handler I ever saw because he didn't palm or carry the ball. Guys like Cousy and Bob Davies were before my time, but they were great. You only can compare players to their contemporaries.
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And in the same way, if JJ played Cousy 1 on 1, it wouldn't even be a game. JJ is bigger, stronger, faster, more skilled in every way except the creativity that made Cousy a legend.
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Redick was foolish to say what he said. Total ignorance of the game in the 60’s. With respect to Cousy, Wilt was a better center than Russell, but if I missed selecting Wilt, I would be happy to draft Russell. Bird is the all time basketball IQ. Bar none.
NBA IS A LOST CAUSE, BLACK MOSTLY & WITHOUT INTEGRITY ..... I have not watched a game since LARRY BIRD played this formerly great game .... which brings me to MY POINT .... there is NO ONE close to Larry Bird in complete* & Competent* player ..... this man Cousy was a competent player and the game was different then. I think Bob needs to be more effective in how he ranks players ..... his era is not the only one ...... The 1980s gave us greats like Magic, M.J. & many more .... all of these knew - some admitted BIRD WAS THE BEST PLAYER.
Apples and Oranges. Rule changes, enforcement of existing rules, and of course three pointers. Then there's systemic racism; what it was versus what it is. Still, if you look at the Celtics of 2024 compared to the six championship team Couse played on, there is clear evidence the nucleus of a dominant team haven't changed that much. The 2024 role players are no different than the in the past. It's about TEAM. If I want FLUFF, I watch the boring contests on NBA all star weekend, (which I haven't done in decades). Sad Hall of Famers have to listen to this crap. Nobody shit on Willie Mays, Joe Montana, etc. so what's up with this crap.
No disrespect to Cousy's great career, but he could barely dribble with both hands, and I never saw his feet leave the floor. And he was the best. So I guess the fireman, plumber reference wasn't complete nonsense.
So when you say you don't mean disrespect, this is literally disrespet. And everything you wrote is not even true. And everything you wrote has a million problems. And the only people who think these things are Michael Jordan fans..........now........before you tell me im wrong in anything...............I want you to know that you can come debate me on my program...............so would you like to go on then?...........if you say no..........then that shows me that you know that you have no proof on anything.
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Interesting. I’ve always admired Cousy’s court sense and enjoyed this interview. I love the history of basketball and have previously enjoyed your videos and have been a long time subscriber. However, I didn’t realize that I was the worst sports fan of all time. I have no idea why I am however. Based on this highlighted and emphasized post you made, I suppose you would prefer I unsubscribe? I would encourage you to keep up your interesting content. Lot of good stuff on your channel. Best of luck!
@@jaquevius Thank you. And if you like, you can go on my program and we can go over things. And no you're assuming that I want you to unsubscribe.
MJ>>>>>>>>
@@vko7059 Let me know if you want to go on my program and actually prove it then.
Maybe. Just as long as we call agree on who the greatest sportsman of all time is. :)
Bob Cousy is an ALL TIME GREAT PERSON!! When playing with the Celtics they were constantly a fast break team. Very exciting to watch!
@charlesgeorges3192and to add to your comment....he is also an ALL TIME GREAT BASKETBALL PLAYER! To compare eras is just not fair.
Assuming this interview took place in the same year as the video was uploaded to RUclips, you're looking at a 96 year old gentlemen (he was born in 1928 and is still with us) who is complete control of his faculties. And he and the stars of his era were among the greatest to play the game.
Wow! 96! That's impressive. He is definitely on his game and very well spoken.
I was coming into my teenage years as a player when Cousy and those great Celtics teams dominated. I would watch their games ANY DAY over what I see in the NBA today which is hotdogging the ball and not working to get the ball inside. That was pure basketball back then!
Bob Cousy truly one of the greatest.
Cousy took the magnificent creativity of the game to unimagined levels at that time. Players have taken it even higher, he inspired many. Then came the Pistol.
GLOBETROTTERS?🤔🏆
Excellent point!
As a kid from Whitman, south of Boston I was fortunate to watch you play and your passes were so innovative before others played like that. Behind the back, no look, over the shoulder, so creative. Thank you. and now Caitlin Clark with Indiana Fever plays and especially passes like she has your genes or were her coach.
and cooper flagg coming up in 1 or 2 yrs. a mainer.nice comment.
Yes, Caitlin Clark!
That's so good to hear from Bob Cousy. I'd love to know more about what he thinks of the early legends.
grew up watching and attempting to mimic this all time great. In my humble opinion he did more to change the game than any other player. His passing game was his hallmark.
I only saw his last game on RUclips. 18 points and a ton of assists. Every pass he threw landed in perfect position. Nobody had to bend or jump to catch his passes. Clearly, he was slow compared to Jerry West but you could see his brainpower. Today, there is so much space. In his day, passes were in or through the paint. No room for errors.
What a great man and a great winner!!
Guy's like this handed down the ground work . Image seeing those guys back then . It was exciting to see a TEAM GAME 👍
Bob Cousy is the ONLY. Player to call Red Auerbach Arnold.
Thank you for that. I had no idea who he was referring to in that clip.
He did because of a speech impediment that
made it difficult to say “Red.”
@@MMAALL When Cousy said it, “Red” sounded like “Wed.”
Bob Cousy was great. He played the game with great imagination and flair. Bill Russell was the greatest defensive player I ever saw. Chamberlain was second.
thanks for the Cousy clip...have seen a ton of clips of the Bird-Magic and later stars, but very few from the 50s & 60s (of course maybe I should look harder too) - but great hearing from one of the early OGs
BC was first team all NBA first team TEN STRAIGHT YEARS.
A favorite of mine!
James Naismith had the #1 basketball instincts of all time. His instinct lead to the creation of the sport itself.
Fun fact: in the history of University of Kansas men's basketball, only one head coach has a losing record - James Naismith
@@WaitingforGodel The inventor is not always the best at scheming it. I'm sure the inventor of Chess could lose to expert Chess players.
OMG, how old is he? It was between 60 & 65 years ago that I used to go to games to cheer for him!
What would he say about airline Clark’s game? I’ll bet he is somewhat impressed. His take on the old Celtics is spot on.
One of the first great NYC point guards. Andrew Jackson HS in Queens.
The first great point guard and still in the top five in NBA history. Just the facts.
One of the greatest play makers and passers of all times. I can see a lot of Bob Cousy in Kaitlin Clark's play.
He is correct. No other point guard brought the game forward anywhere near as much as he did.
He rarely dribbled with his left hand and almost always went right, but my dad loved him.
Cousy said "Who The Fook is JJ Redick"
Wilt Chamberlain would roast JJ Reddick for dinner
For sure. But in the same way, JJ would roast Cousy.
Arguably the best passer to ever play. If we had film of his whole career I can’t imagine what we would have seen.
Have you ever seen Ernie D.?
Jj couldn’t tote Cousy jock strap
But he'd like to.
JJ who? /s
So true….mercy rule would need to be instilled
JJ would crush Cousy. No contest at all. JJ had put in more practice hours and training by the end of his college career than Cousy in his entire career. Cousy is incredible and laid the foundation for all the great creative point guards that followed, but he is a product of his time. There are high school players in this country that could beat prime Cousy 1 on 1. That’s what JJ was saying. The average NBA player now is very skilled for his size. Guys as big as Mikan, that dribble and pass like than Cousy, run like Riley, and can shoot from anywhere on the court. JJ’s comments have been taken out of context and it’s clear Mr Cousy heard about it second hand and never took the time to listen for himself.
Read the book “The Last Pass”by Gary Pomerantz. It’s about Cousy’s relationship with Bill Russell. Very moving and well-written. My favorite old time Celtics book.
I remember my Mom repeating Cousy to Russell.
He belongs on the list
Magic Johnson, Lebron James, John Stockton, Larry Bird, Jerry West and Bob Cousy are the type of players who have the best instincts...they are floor generals who get the most other players involved. Most athletic player of all time = Wilt Chamberlain. Smartest, best defensive player of all time = Bill Russell. Best 3 point shooter of all time = Stephan Curry. Most successful and best all around player(s): Michael Jordan and Lebron James. The NBA has been a joy to follow over the years.
My Dad was an amazing Player and had a favorite in his day, The Houdini of the Hard court was his fave. That would be Cousy ...just sayin'... Without a question, one of the greatest guards ever
I am a Holy Cross Alum from 1976. My Freshman year, I lived on the 3rd floor of Carlin Hall. Across the stairway from my room, there was a room where Bob Cousy lived as a Freshman! The guys who lived in that room were proud of that legacy!
I've always instinctly been a 'guru' of not just sports but 'sports history.'
I've long, long had the opinion that you can't really compare eras in any sport...because of 'societal influences'......and I've long had the opinion......dthat the best players of all sports of many decades ago were just as good as the best of today's athletes, even if in some ways they don't 'look' like they are on film.
Case in point: If modern athletes were born in or grew up many decades ago, instead of today....they wouldn't have been any better athletically or otherwise than old school athletes. Conversely, I'm convinced that if Bob Cousy or many very old and aging athletes, who are old school......were born in modern times.....that due to societal influences they would be just as good in every conceivable way today......as the best athletes of today.......
Cousy and West putting Reddick in check immediately will never not be funny lol
It sounds like Cousy's earlier days were playing for Coaches who thought they were "engineers". What I learned is that you can always lead an Engineer to Knowledge, but you can't make them Think. Hee Haw 😋 !
great
Today’s basketball is a product of its own history. Nobody invented any move without seeing someone else do it first, either in practice or on the play ground. It’s moving in the wrong direction, too many turnovers, bad shots, poor rebounding, too rough, bad ball handling ( carrying the ball and traveling).
He’s part of the original pioneer stock of basketball and you need to honor them. Because they created the modern game. They made it possible. A lot of conspiracy nuts claim Wilt didn’t score 100 points because there is no footage of the game. First, not all games were televised. Second, it was played in Hershey, PA as a promotion for the NBA because it wasn’t extremely popular back then. Those guys made it popular. Gave it a chance to survive so some 19 year old kid could make 30 million sitting on a bench.
J.J. meant that in Cousy's day, many players had to have other jobs to supplement their income, jobs like plumbers and firemen, etc. They didn't have the infrastructure, training science, and medical care that are a HUGE advantage to the skill and performance levels of todays players. Few people can read anymore, much less listen with any degree of critical comprehension, their perspectives jellied by emotions. Mr. Cousy, one of the true greats who I idolized as a kid, got his information indirectly (as he stated himself) from overly zealous, third-party sources looking to inflate their own dubious media value. Sad ... and not a little pathetic.
No, no he didn't. 🙄
Okay I don't know from what alien planet you have arrived but obviously you have not watched enough of earthly TV to know a clue what you're talking about
@@ryanmustain6545absolutely he disrespected the old Time players like the jerk that he is
Nevermind what the nimrods say, you are correct. Cousy was absolutely misinformed about what JJ actually said, much less meant by what he said.
Cousy twice refers to JJ as having said players in his era "played like firemen and electricians."
That is not at all what JJ had said. As you point out, JJ said players in that era were not making millions like they do today, many of them had to find other work in the off season. I am certain that if Cousy were informed of what JJ actually said, he would validate that indeed he knew players who supplemented their income by working as firemen, plumbers and electricians.
The whole controversy over what JJ said was so stupidly blown out of proportion. Lucky for him that the Lakers decision-makers chose not to pay attention, or buy into, the false narrative and misrepresentations.
@@scott8xxx532it wasn’t blown out proportion, it was said in a snide condescending manner which showed little respect for those players, much of Reddicks observations are made based on having watched the games on video and his comments are both condescending and needlessly aimed at people who aren’t always able to to garner a pulpit in response, when they interview people that were there they almost categorically argue the opposing point to him.
John Stockton is the GOAT. Career assists, career steals. Pure B-ball. NO 3 STEP DUNKS FOR SHOW
Rick Barry led the ncaa the aba and nba in scoring and was the fastest man on the court according to Wilt.
Cousy was a key player, not a role player, on 6 championships, by the Celtics. Whatever his reason for shading players from that era, Cousy, in particular, Reddick was being just a plain, ignorant, I had better not say, what. I have heard, in videos on youtube, Reddick is head coach of the Lakers. If that is correct, what is the NBA coming to? What are The Lakers coming to? That might be a better question.
Caitlin clark is doing the same,run and gun,thats why shes great.
Basketball instincts no matter what generation involve stats. Look at rebounds,steals,blocks,assists,scoring. They also involve non stats. Picks, back door cuts etc. Who runs the game when they are on the court. Earvin Johnson is my answer to this question.
Mr. Bob, I feel that Caitlan Clark is a direct disciple of your manner of playing for the tram, and you should be deeply moved to see a young player copy your strong example in team play.
Oh my I was scrolling and thought exactly the same thing then saw your comment
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I love that Bob keeps mis pronouncing his name because he really doesn’t know “JJ Leddick”, says it all 😆👏💯🙌
Red Hour Back
What Reddick was saying is there used to be men who played basketball. Now it's just basketball players who don't know what a woman is.
My gut tells me that JJ was trying to pay a compliment but maybe got it a little wrong. But this is the first time have seen Cousy in many years. So perhaps JJ was right all along. He did bring exposure to some great players.
Maybe....first time for everything...
Look these current sport players who think the past players in their sport Are mediocre Should line up and play against, Joe Namath , Dick Butkus , Lawrence Taylor, wilt Chamberlain Dr J , Nolan Ryan , Ted Williams , Bobby Orr and Jack Nicklaus and see who comes up on top .
Nowadays the rules are broken constantly! Walking, traveling, palming the ball, carrying the ball! Back then they played the right way!
It all changed when Jordan came around!
Pistol Pete was the best ball handler I ever saw because he didn't palm or carry the ball. Guys like Cousy and Bob Davies were before my time, but they were great. You only can compare players to their contemporaries.
Hello Casual !!!
LISTEN HERE::: In the 10s and 20s was REAL BASKETBALL, for example: once you sub out NO MORE SUBBIN BACK IN, or
2 TRAVELS AND YOU'RE EJECTED, or 2 FOULS = EJECTION !!
Read about the rest whenever 🏀🏀🏀🏀🏀
Wilt Chamberlain could roll JJ Reddick into a ball, dribble him full court and dunk him through the basket
And in the same way, if JJ played Cousy 1 on 1, it wouldn't even be a game. JJ is bigger, stronger, faster, more skilled in every way except the creativity that made Cousy a legend.
JJ who?? 🤷🏻
You know the guy Ranked in the top 20 000 greatesft players of all time JJ whats his name .
JJ podcaster.
&& Now, Caitlin Clark!
Let's see today's stars play 80 games a year in Chuck Taylors. Better yet, let's see today's stars play 80 games.
When absolutely healthy, Bill Walton was the best center ever!
Nah. Kareem.
He was as good as anyone in his day when he was in his short prime.
WILT
There were great players before the 80s but not much film.
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JJ IS LESS INTELLIGENT THAN SLEPPY JOE
Early. Onset
He's 96. Tell me you have no idea what early onset dementia is without...
Unless you are talking about JJ, of course.
My he’s 96 he doesn’t look it unless this is from years ago .
Jj was an average player at best that’s being kind
Redick was foolish to say what he said. Total ignorance of the game in the 60’s. With respect to Cousy, Wilt was a better center than Russell, but if I missed selecting Wilt, I would be happy to draft Russell. Bird is the all time basketball IQ. Bar none.
The 50's players probably smoked and rarely worked on their game in the off-season. No money back then so no motivation to become great.
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Dr J
Cousy has very large hands, great for B-Ball.
NBA IS A LOST CAUSE, BLACK MOSTLY & WITHOUT INTEGRITY ..... I have not watched a game since LARRY BIRD played this formerly great game .... which brings me to MY POINT .... there is NO ONE close to Larry Bird in complete* & Competent* player ..... this man Cousy was a competent player and the game was different then. I think Bob needs to be more effective in how he ranks players ..... his era is not the only one ...... The 1980s gave us greats like Magic, M.J. & many more .... all of these knew - some admitted BIRD WAS THE BEST PLAYER.
Apples and Oranges. Rule changes, enforcement of existing rules, and of course three pointers. Then there's systemic racism; what it was versus what it is. Still, if you look at the Celtics of 2024 compared to the six championship team Couse played on, there is clear evidence the nucleus of a dominant team haven't changed that much. The 2024 role players are no different than the in the past. It's about TEAM. If I want FLUFF, I watch the boring contests on NBA all star weekend, (which I haven't done in decades). Sad Hall of Famers have to listen to this crap. Nobody shit on Willie Mays, Joe Montana, etc. so what's up with this crap.
let's get ONE thing straight------JJ says shit to get attention-----he's a smart alec brat not worthy to carry Cousy's jock strap
No disrespect to Cousy's great career, but he could barely dribble with both hands, and I never saw his feet leave the floor. And he was the best. So I guess the fireman, plumber reference wasn't complete nonsense.
So when you say you don't mean disrespect, this is literally disrespet. And everything you wrote is not even true. And everything you wrote has a million problems. And the only people who think these things are Michael Jordan fans..........now........before you tell me im wrong in anything...............I want you to know that you can come debate me on my program...............so would you like to go on then?...........if you say no..........then that shows me that you know that you have no proof on anything.