Had to come back to this after he was talking bout highlight culture killing modern basketball. He couldn't have been more right. He was HIM back in the day 💯.
Not really. Watching this with what we know now with his career makes it easier to call some of this stuff out…but his handle isn’t that good, it’s the same dribble crossover moves almost every time. You also aren’t getting away with sloppily dribbling through defenders at the next level just by being quicker than guys in high school. He has some nice passes to wide open guys…in high school. We’re we supposed to expect him to be able to get these shots off or separation at the next level? Look at his frame…too small. Too many guys his size in the NBA with legit bulk and more length. I’m not a 12 year NBA veteran, but it makes you wonder how long he would have been around if not for his daddy.
Bro i was just 14 years old when this video uploaded.I used to copy his moves and play style.Now im 27 i hang my shoes i got i torn my acl in both knees i never reach my full potential i think but i make it throw and rich up to the second division in my country for 2 years.Damn seems like yesterday.
I love watching videos like this. Brings me back to those days of hooping it up with the basketball team after classes were over when I was in high school.
@@Agendasss Going to a school where there are loads of stars is a problem too. You gotta go to one that gon let u start right away and have a major role in the offense. But decent enough to win games too
Austin rivers suffers from the skip Bayless curse: Skip bayless: Austin is going to be a star! 4 years later= bust Skip bayless: Tim Tebow is a winner all he does is win: 3 years later: cut by the new England Patriots and eagles:
no he was not.. he was a 10th draft pick. worse case scenario- cut from the nba best case scenario- jeff teague, kemba walker level of play realistic scenario - solid NBA player who will probably have a 10+ seasons career he is now a solid NBA player who is in the rotation of a contender
Technically he was right about Tebow. All he did was win until he got cut 🤷🏾♂️ Took a trash team to the playoffs and beat one of the best teams, and had a great game against the Patriots. At that time he accomplished more in half a season as a backup QB than Matt Ryan, Cam Newton and many other "star" quarterbacks but never got another shot
Aye man, sometimes having a father/family member that came before you in the same field is the best motivator to be great. One thing a motivated man hates is living in another’s shadow, no matter the relation. This is why some younger siblings feel left out
Yeah I went to the same HS as him (he was a senior when I transferred in) and I went to a bunch of games. The day I heard about him was the day they played Saint Patrick's which had the #1 recruit (Rivers #2) Anthony Davis... The one game I didn't go to of course because I had no idea 😵
Saint Patrick's won that game but Rivers put up like 38 if I remember correctly lol. The PG ended up being a 4 year starter for Florida Gulf Coast and led them to the 16 to 1 upset in the NCAA tournament. If you remember he threw a bunch of sick alley oops throughout the tournament haha. Brett Comer was his name. He was a dawg in HS too behind Rivers
Ive watched every austin rivers video and this is by far my FAV.. I was a child not more then a child!! lol beasty beat bro!!! Good vid of austin!! Just Perfect!!
He struggled with the pels first year and after that it just seemed like his confidence was shot and he just hasn't been the same. I think playing on the clippers will really help him
That jab step and pull up will get him the #1 pick in the 2012 NBA draft. Hes able to create a shot for himself at any point but especially late in games like Kobe. Pure scorer.
handles and quickness to drive makes that pullup unguardable... kid can score at will, and theres nothing you can do about it. pick your poison. i wish him the best at duke and will keeping an eye on him as he develops
i both subscribe to you and hoopmixtape and ive watched both mixtapes of austin rivers and everyone else. why i enjoy watching your videos so much more is because you guys actually show much more then athletic dunks. hoopmixtape over does it while you guys keep it real. by the way, music fits PERFECTLY
I completely agree. I had high hopes for him but all he has done is prove critics right. Even thought he's getting paid them checks will come to an end if he does't get better.
Great video guys...yall have done it once again. To all the people saying he needs to develop his, you're right. At the college and pro level, there will be quicker, more tenacious defenders/defenses that will push him left. Sure, he's really dominant without it, but he will have to use his left more often at superior levels.
What makes him so good is he has access to a ton of basketball resources since a child, which gives him a huge advantage compared to most kids his age.
although his nba career hasnt been too good so far, we can see his development coming off the bench on the clippers. It looks like he still has high potential as a young nba player who can still develop. he is showing alot of confidence and shooting well and making big plays in the playoffs this year (other than that one choke turnover which he made up for the next game by sealing the deal against the rockets in game 3)
he is really good dribbling to his left, i think what some people are getting at is that he often finished with his right when going left (i.e. when he crosses JW, who as a result almost blocks his shot
clearly he can use his left hand if you've seen him play in real games not youtube videos.. but there's a NOTICABLE difference in his game when he's going left. def something he needs to work on for the next level but you can't deny the talent level is unreal. And this is coming from a die hard unc fan
Austin Rivers is pretty awesome and probably will be a great player in the NBA one day. He needs to work on two weaknesses. 1) Majority of the time he beats his opponent to the left then move in for the lay up or dunk. 2) If he doesn't beat you left, he fakes right and pull back for the jumper. Watch the video its hard to miss.
Everyone saying hes a bust and he sucks in the nba is dumb. He should have stayed longer in college but hes still super young and just needs to develop . Hes playing well this season tho
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still the greatest ballislife I have ever seen, no matter what his nba career is
You need to go watch Terrance Ferguson or Trae Jefferson then. This is pretty good, but nowhere near the best mixtape.
***** i've seen them. don't make it better cuz he short. whatever though nigga
JOHN WALL
YoungDevoo kill jw was giving their ass prime d.wade "flash" lls
I agree. His mixtapes went hard
Had to come back to this after he was talking bout highlight culture killing modern basketball. He couldn't have been more right. He was HIM back in the day 💯.
Not really. Watching this with what we know now with his career makes it easier to call some of this stuff out…but his handle isn’t that good, it’s the same dribble crossover moves almost every time. You also aren’t getting away with sloppily dribbling through defenders at the next level just by being quicker than guys in high school. He has some nice passes to wide open guys…in high school. We’re we supposed to expect him to be able to get these shots off or separation at the next level? Look at his frame…too small. Too many guys his size in the NBA with legit bulk and more length. I’m not a 12 year NBA veteran, but it makes you wonder how long he would have been around if not for his daddy.
@@Giants4Lifehater
Bro i was just 14 years old when this video uploaded.I used to copy his moves and play style.Now im 27 i hang my shoes i got i torn my acl in both knees i never reach my full potential i think but i make it throw and rich up to the second division in my country for 2 years.Damn seems like yesterday.
I love watching videos like this. Brings me back to those days of hooping it up with the basketball team after classes were over when I was in high school.
He didn't go from sugar to shit. He went from highchool to college then to the nba where each level is more challenging.
Exactly the NBA is top 400 players in the world. They aren’t bums he’s playing against professional basketball players.
Facts
He was Lonzo Ball before Lonzo Ball
It's like once he reached the NBA he lost all his confidence. He passes up shots all the time and seems really indecisive.
He made a common mistake of listening to the wrong ppl and declaring early
@@Agendasss Going to a school where there are loads of stars is a problem too. You gotta go to one that gon let u start right away and have a major role in the offense. But decent enough to win games too
he just dropped 41 points🔥
I think he lost a lot of his confidence coming into the NBA. If he gets that back, he could be deadly.
He came out of college to quick , thats alot of rookies problem
Ricky Autiello right I agree
41 🚀 I hope he found it
Sankeerth Koshy stop playing he gon keep coming
I think am i not the only one came back here after the 41 point game
Austin rivers suffers from the skip Bayless curse:
Skip bayless: Austin is going to be a star!
4 years later= bust
Skip bayless: Tim Tebow is a winner all he does is win:
3 years later: cut by the new England Patriots and eagles:
Austin been doing pretty solid this season
Polo Brown he was expected to be a go to guy in the league
no he was not..
he was a 10th draft pick.
worse case scenario- cut from the nba
best case scenario- jeff teague, kemba walker level of play
realistic scenario - solid NBA player who will probably have a 10+ seasons career
he is now a solid NBA player who is in the rotation of a contender
+Bla Bleo he actually was expected to be he used to be praised alot,he is a solid player though
Technically he was right about Tebow. All he did was win until he got cut 🤷🏾♂️ Took a trash team to the playoffs and beat one of the best teams, and had a great game against the Patriots.
At that time he accomplished more in half a season as a backup QB than Matt Ryan, Cam Newton and many other "star" quarterbacks but never got another shot
Aye man, sometimes having a father/family member that came before you in the same field is the best motivator to be great. One thing a motivated man hates is living in another’s shadow, no matter the relation. This is why some younger siblings feel left out
This Austin made a comeback today lmao. Dropped 41 points on the Kings
And now he out the league 🤡
@@md-oz8te and now he back 🤡
@@md-oz8te goof
Who else is here after his career high game tonight in the bubble? 😂 🔥 🔥
Now he out the league 🤡
@@md-oz8te damn bruh you got something against him lmao
@@md-oz8teno he isn’t lol
Here in 2022. Still the best Mixtape we ever got. Highlights crazy. Back when they put music in the background. Top Tier right here
Exactly
Not even close. AdrewWiggins, John wall, literally like 20 other guy
Yeah I went to the same HS as him (he was a senior when I transferred in) and I went to a bunch of games. The day I heard about him was the day they played Saint Patrick's which had the #1 recruit (Rivers #2) Anthony Davis... The one game I didn't go to of course because I had no idea 😵
Saint Patrick's won that game but Rivers put up like 38 if I remember correctly lol.
The PG ended up being a 4 year starter for Florida Gulf Coast and led them to the 16 to 1 upset in the NCAA tournament. If you remember he threw a bunch of sick alley oops throughout the tournament haha. Brett Comer was his name. He was a dawg in HS too behind Rivers
John Wall has the best high-school mixtape ever
rivers is having a good season rn
word. it a took a little while but the dude figured it out.
This song is so fitting. "I was a child, not more than a child." Wish that this beat was still downloadable at anno domini beats.
Now look at him. He came back and everyone doubted him.
Real shit
Ive watched every austin rivers video and this is by far my FAV.. I was a child not more then a child!! lol beasty beat bro!!! Good vid of austin!! Just Perfect!!
Who’s here after the Mo Bamba fight?
Favorite video of all time
Yea I like this video to. I thinks because of how well the beat goes with the ha ha highlights.
He's going to tear it up at Duke. I love his shooting technique. Lots of rotation and follow through. Mad handle too.
Hopefully be productive in the NBA too one day :)
Ballislife Austin rivers mixes are so sick!!
he's a good example of when preparation (hard work) meets opportunity (being an NBA coach's son)
After that fight had to go watch this legendary video 🤣 👌🏾
Testament to how good niggas in the league are.. This guys a bench player in the NBA
This kid's gonna be a franchise changer in the NBA. I could see the Lakers tryna get him for when Kobe retires.
Comment aged like like milk
Proud to say im from wp because of him💯
He struggled with the pels first year and after that it just seemed like his confidence was shot and he just hasn't been the same. I think playing on the clippers will really help him
Tehkwando You were right
That jab step and pull up will get him the #1 pick in the 2012 NBA draft. Hes able to create a shot for himself at any point but especially late in games like Kobe. Pure scorer.
@@khizarhaider3228 lol indeed
Lol
@@tiktoksthatmademyday1684 why y’all attacking me a decade later 😭
@PhillyG 😂😂😂😂 this made me cackle. Why'd they do you like that bro 💀💀😭😭
Shouts to the man who said i eish he was as humble as rose, the nation would love this kid if he was as humble as rose
handles and quickness to drive makes that pullup unguardable... kid can score at will, and theres nothing you can do about it. pick your poison. i wish him the best at duke and will keeping an eye on him as he develops
He's already in the NBA dumb ass
he's got game. but then again he playing in high school. anybody can tear it up there. i wanna see what he can do in college ball
who here after he started cooking with the Knicks
Me
i both subscribe to you and hoopmixtape and ive watched both mixtapes of austin rivers and everyone else. why i enjoy watching your videos so much more is because you guys actually show much more then athletic dunks. hoopmixtape over does it while you guys keep it real. by the way, music fits PERFECTLY
Just shows u the difference between college and NBA talent
Greatest ball is life mixtape from the song to the content
0:51 oooh man
10 years ago still a crazy mixtape
TOP G!!!!!
I completely agree. I had high hopes for him but all he has done is prove critics right. Even thought he's getting paid them checks will come to an end if he does't get better.
With Austin it’s in his head! He has raw skill and talent! He lost his swag! It can happen the pressure is enormous
Great video guys...yall have done it once again. To all the people saying he needs to develop his, you're right. At the college and pro level, there will be quicker, more tenacious defenders/defenses that will push him left. Sure, he's really dominant without it, but he will have to use his left more often at superior levels.
He’s bust
Just watching this Shìt after the fight lol
his stepback go Hard
He's a good player 👍
He is so talented, I can't wait to see Him play at Duke next year !
Damn. This comment is like going into a time machine. A whole decade ago
@@tyronejohnsonjr4261 fr!
I wonder if u still alive
Lmao his dunk package and handles vanished when he joined the NBA
NBA made him into a shooting guard rather than a 6'5 point guard.
🔥 🔥 this and John Wall mixtapes are the best ever with Ryan Harrow and Brandon Jennings
This ain't high school no mo.
Watchin this always gets me Hyped!!
and he go to nba and show nothing
Except he just dropped 28 points last night... Some players are late bloomers, and it doesn't help he was drafted to a team that was guard heavy
Austin is going to destroy in LA he's starting to play a lot better I think he just needs a good mentor like cp3 and a good coach like doc
James Williams Bet you're biting those words now lol.
Agreed James Williams
He showed something in the last two games
Had rewatch this after that Mo Bamba scuffle 😂
austin rivers is fucking better than chris paul
Fucking Noah I hope
Fucking Noah lol now they on the same team.
Love this video
A Magician on the court. The Court Jester turnin tricks. Shout out from Orlando, Fl.
I swear, he has so much style when he plays. Like I would be so intimidated playing against him.
Stop hatin' this dude is fucking good. A true inspiration, his attitude is great too.
He was that dude !!!
i'm not a big fan of duke. but i watch all their games just to see him play. just a beast on the court.
his first step and crossover are unreal explosive
BEST HIGHSCHOOL HIGHLIGHTS TILL THIS DAY… ILL WAIT 📍
I love his shot form, it's so nice
really good video... pretty impressed. austin rivers is going to be top 3 pick comin outta college
Hyped ass intro
Favorite ballislife vid everything from music and editing just matches with everything
VERY MUCH lookin forward to seein him playing for Duke
his handles are soo smooth.
like how he is not so cocky as john wall but goes the hard wy you can see he wants to work .
those crossover FIRE!
this guy is so FREAKIN good its scary what hes doin at such a young age..... hes sick man- hell take anyone! bring on nba folks!
If he was taller he could gain mass with no problem and still be a monster. Now he is playing like a boss.
What makes him so good is he has access to a ton of basketball resources since a child, which gives him a huge advantage compared to most kids his age.
lol is it a coincidence that you and hoopmixtape released an austin rivers mixtape on the same day?
BEST MIXTAPE OF AUSTIN HANDSDOWN.!
I think he will one day be coached by his father, I can also see him as a decent backup for the clippers
RESPECT!!!!....cant w8 to see you play college basketball and later on NBA!
He is going to go well with the duke team. Really smooth player.
It would be great for the Lakers to get this kid...and watch how he overpowers the Celtics and makes his old man proud and mad at the same time.
Ballislife legend
this dude is amazing, he went off
i wanna see him in the nba already!! ;) nice buzzer beater a few days ago austin
This was My 🐐 as a youngin 💯, had to be there
yo ballislife, u guys got to get the summer league footage good work, this video rivals the brandon jennings one.
GOAT
although his nba career hasnt been too good so far, we can see his development coming off the bench on the clippers. It looks like he still has high potential as a young nba player who can still develop. he is showing alot of confidence and shooting well and making big plays in the playoffs this year (other than that one choke turnover which he made up for the next game by sealing the deal against the rockets in game 3)
Everyone had something to say until he beasted on the Spurs and almost single handedly ended the Rockets season lfmao.
***** what an epic choke job. Lfmao.
he is really good dribbling to his left, i think what some people are getting at is that he often finished with his right when going left (i.e. when he crosses JW, who as a result almost blocks his shot
best ballislife mixtape ever
Gotta love high school games.
clearly he can use his left hand if you've seen him play in real games not youtube videos.. but there's a NOTICABLE difference in his game when he's going left. def something he needs to work on for the next level but you can't deny the talent level is unreal. And this is coming from a die hard unc fan
this beat is tough!!! ANNO DOMINI beats yall are beasting!!!!
riiight , finally someone who knows basketball
He's a beast man!!!!!!
Austin Rivers is pretty awesome and probably will be a great player in the NBA one day. He needs to work on two weaknesses. 1) Majority of the time he beats his opponent to the left then move in for the lay up or dunk. 2) If he doesn't beat you left, he fakes right and pull back for the jumper. Watch the video its hard to miss.
Everyone saying hes a bust and he sucks in the nba is dumb. He should have stayed longer in college but hes still super young and just needs to develop . Hes playing well this season tho
That double between the legs crossover is so nasty at 3:11
This kid just destroys every defence he goes through like 4 people and still gets it in O_O
this guy is just so freaking good, its not fair to the people defending him..... holy crap man i wanna be unstoppable like that.........
Give no fcks to this day still one of the greatest mixtapes especially when ballislife was in its prime 🤷🏾♂️
On bro
Legendary mixtape
He has all the help he wants
Rondo-Handles
Allen-Threes
Garnett - Power Footwork
?????......no wonder hes a beast
Most hardworker I ever met.