When an NBA Player Reveals His Darkest Secret
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- Опубликовано: 5 окт 2024
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The Lakers signed Lonnie Walker IV and got their third most dangerous scorer behind LeBron James and Anthony Davis. He is now a legit candidate for Most Improved Player of the year. What many Laker fans didn’t know is he revealed a dark secret that has led to his breakout in L.A.
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Lonnie's dunks are powerful, you can tell there's a lot of emotion behind his effort.
Facts his dunks are explosive and very aggressive. I love this comment cause I thought I was the only one who noticed.
I come from reading too and yeah I get why
Very true. Expressive which is half the battle to being a great dunker imo. Would be dope to see him in the contest
Lol.. that is so dumb to think and then say
Emotions?
Yo why men became very soft and moist🤦🏾♂️🤣
Thank you for sharing this. Lonnie Walker just gained a life-long fan. So much respect
Go Lonnie!!
You’re welcome!!
fax bro, such a sad story, much luv to walker
Glad you enjoyed it
Jesus loves you and may God bless you
I went to Reading high school with Lonnie back in 2015. He was a down to earth dude. Humble as hell. I remember him taking off from the free throw line IN GAME when he was 17. Everyone who saw him play back then knew he was gonna be special. But there is a lot more to his story then people know. The house he lived in had so many bullet holes in it that they stopped fixing them. There was at least 10 people living with him at that time. Reading is the poorest city in PA but every time he plays he makes the city proud!
🙏God wasn't going to abandon him
great guy, I was next door neighbors from him back in san Antonio, on Christmas and Easter he gave us signed holiday jerseys, really nice dude.
I remember when Lonnie and Reading would play other high school teams and most of the time the opposing student section would just be cheering for Lonnie’s dunks. Incredible to see in person.
he shot bricks through his own window huh
Yeah and the biggest reason why he cut his dreads is apart of that dark story too
As a 24 year old who still suffers from trauma after being molested by a family member at just 3 years old, I’m really rooting for him. There’s a lot of weird stuff that, especially when you’re self aware of your trauma, links back to those moments and it can be crippling when you realize why you have some of the habits you do.
Much strenght too you brother 🙏🏻
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Damn at 3? How tf do you even remember what you felt at that time?
@@doms5755 instead of saying you hope he heals, you are questioning the validity? Keep that same ENERGY in life so people can see the type of bitch there parents made. Fool.
Man this broke my heart. No child deserves to go through that. Good on him for not letting it define the rest of his life.
1,000,000%
Casey always has the most interesting topics, not that repetitive stuff
Yea
Cause he covers the spurs unlike the rest of the country lol
Aka the flight mike I swear he makes every video 3x 😂😂
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The meat riding is crazyy 😭😭
I went to high school with Lonnie (never really met the guy though outside of brief interactions) and lived in reading my whole life. but the way the entire city was pushing for Lonnie and still does is amazing. Just so happy to see someone make it out for all of us. And then when that came out about cutting his hair I genuinely cried for and with him cuz it’s already so hard growing up here and to also be going through all of that stuff i couldn’t imagine. Truly a special person.
Maybe you don't have basketball but find what you love and hope you do just as well. The town might be considered poor but seeing how you say they all happy for him, that's the real deal
@@salman13 yeah, and if he loves something that he can make a business from then that can help the city out too
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Same met him once in middle school and again in 8th grade lifelong fan no matter what shout-out Reading
Wow you are the third person in the comment section that went to school with him ! Lol 😂 don’t believe it
Dude is a stud, I hope he gets everything the world has to offer. He’s a miracle personified
I hope he receives everything God has for him in his journey.
fax
What a man Lonnie is! Hope he has an amazing career and wins a championship. He could really influence the next generation in such a good way.
Must have been an IUIC member that molested him... 🙄
Heard the original story and I thought it was crazy courageous to forgive and to come out with it. I’m a very forgiving person, but this is always something I felt I couldn’t forgive if it happened to me. So when I see other who have dropped the weight, it’s very inspiring to me. He’s a great guy, if not player lol, but we here in San Antonio love the man. So glad he got paid by the lakers. I’m happy that he’s showing his worth on the court, cause off it, his worth as a person is already thru the roof.
Who’s here after Lonnie dropped 15 on the defending champs in the 4th quarter to end the dynasty!!! Man I’m proud of him , from getting dnp to pushing the champs to the brink
I remember my brother telling me after the draft that Lonnie was from Reading, PA since that’s where my bro lived and went to HS. I always kept tabs on him, sharing highlights with my bro just to rep Reading for him. And seeing him now on the Lakers, I’m super happy for him.
But listening to Lonnie’s story is really touching and I wish him nothing but the best and a very successful career.
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Wow you are the 5th person in comments that knew him lol fake
This kid's story is truly inspiring. Nothing but prayers for this kid's health and career.
What a mature guy for his age. Also, a great story of strength and redemption. Walker just has a one year deal with the Lakers. Hopefully, he'll get a huge bag next Summer. It's easy to see he deserves it...both on and off the court.
This man been through so much in his life it's unbelievable, his story is quite similar to those that I love and care for. I've always liked this guy's playing style and his athelticism. Very happy for him that he's making the most of the opportunity in LA and hopefully he will have a long and succesful career
Wow! I am definitely a supporter of him now! You never know what people go through, but the fact that he's come through and able to thrive AND help others...mind-blowing!
As a Lakers fan, I can’t be grateful enough to be blessed with his talent on the court- but his story and rise in his career and most importantly his life is what makes him so special. He is what the game of basketball is truly about. Wishing him the best in life, Go Lonnie ❤
Goosebumps on this story. I hope he can sustain his success, and his story is really an inspiration to many.
Love this generation. Lonnie, Bones Hyland, Kevin Love, DeMar, players being open on their own terms. This is good stuff. I learned something and 100% I'll be looking at him differently now.
I grew up in Reading PA just like Lonnie. It's fell on really hard times. My old neighborhood looks like a war zone today. Lonnie is our hero, such a class act and great, great young man. He's gives the youth of Reading hope and inspiration they too can make something of their lives. We are all forever grateful. Peace!
It’s amazing seeing someone you know share his gifts to the world with similar backgrounds, Lonnie was one of my childhood friends we met in 2nd grade i was the shortest in the class and he was the tallest lol, and he showed how strong and determined he is to make it out of Reading, i was so excited for him as he grew to the NBA Star he is now keep doing your thing Champ!!!
As someone who lives near Reading I follow Lonnie and I'm pretty familiar with his story but I love watching these videos anyways because the guy deserves more recognition. Not just for his basketball game but for being strong enough to share the things he had to endure. It's never easy being vulnerable in the sports world and I hope younger athletes take note of his bravery and character. Lonnie is about the greatest guy you'll ever meet. Every offseason he comes home and does camps for the kids in his town. He'll then go to parks or recs and just play pick up games with whoever. Not to just show them up but to sincerely just have fun with the people in his community. The guy truly invests so much of his free time to helping others and doesn't expect the universe to give him anything in return.
I get chills reading what happened to him. I'm a spurs fan and LOVED Lonnie coming out of college. He is such a good guy, any team would be lucky to have a guy like him.
I'm glad he found peace. Such a strong dude for being able to come out of all that and thrive. He is playing really well too and he deserves all the success in the world
As a Lakers fan Lonnie has been a revelation on that roster and a pleasure to watch all season. I have been picking up some of his cards (ebay auctions going higher every week!) and following his progress. Great informative vid and a truly inspirational story; Lonnie deserves all the success his future holds!
Being from Reading Pa i’m so glad Lonnie is being talked about this way! It always felt like the place had nothing to offer even when he wasn’t doing so hot the people never gave up on him
I had the opportunity of being on Lonnie’s high school coaching staff from 9th to his senior year, he is truly an outstanding young man I have never heard him raise his voice yo any of his coaches teammates or his peers he has always had a team first mentality he is a great young-man on the court and off of it God Bless continue you Lonnie !🏀👍🏽💪🏿💪🏿😎🙏🏿
Lonnie is very humble, doesn’t talk doesn’t show off doesn’t need to. The way he brought The city of reading together or even the whole county together was awesome when Reading high won states or even all 4 years he played. Don’t know stats but crime was probably down any time Reading high was playing and people were excited and happy. Can truly be a great Documentary
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Best NBA Content right now!!!!
Sooo Underated!!!!!
Thank You for Covering LW from Reading PA my hometown!!!
He’s the MAN! So much respect for him. You never know someone’s struggle. Just WOW!
Love all your content bruh, but these types of vids are always my favorite. We always have opinion videos on this and that team and player, I rarely see the human side of basketball on nba youtube, thanks for these types of videos 🔥🔥🔥
First video of yours I’ve seen. Great video. Didn’t know anything about Mr. walker but he now has a fan! Seems like a great dude
man that tweet was so inspiring made me feel inspired thats a nice way to handle your challenges by not letting nothing fall apart in front of your face and just grinding hard and staying true to who you really are as a person.
I was actually a huge fan of the Lonnie Walker IV signing by the Lakers, despite being hated by everyone else. I saw Walker IV as the Malik Monk this season, and boy he did not disappoint. He's exceeding all fans' expectations and he's feeling the adoration of the Laker fans. That was an inspirational journey for him, overcoming all that to now becoming a key starter on a glamorous franchise.
Also, loving the new background music on your videos Casey. Keep it up!
Lonnie dunks are so explosive and aggressive!!! His dunks are different, something about his dunks and the way he attacks the rim.
Been a fan of Lonnie since college, happy to see him thriving in LA.
Coming back to this video after seeing him explode for 15 points in the 4th qrtr against warriors.
Got me tearing up. Much inspiration for anyone going through tough times. ❤💔❤️🩹👊🙏
Powerful story. Good heart, good dude. He has my support. Been a fan since he been killing it on the lakers.
Man it hurt when I herd people around me ragging on him knowing how deeply I relate..He has inspired me and give me the confidence to let go of my mask and speak my story I will forever be grateful to have been able to watch him grow n develope over the years and Will appreciate his presents long after basketball is over
Props to him. It's not easy to let go and just forgive instead of nurturing grudge, but it feels like it liberated him. I'm rooting for ya.
What a courageous man finding hope through humility and honesty
Great video thank you I would have never knew his story. Super inspiring
Great video! Amazing story and thank you for telling it
Takes a real man to do something like that! A fan for life now. 🏆
Yea I knew about him and a little bout his story, I'm glad he's getting a chance to show his greatness in LA 💯
The Spurs made Lonnie a qualifying offer in RFA. I believe they rescinded it at his request, but not sure about the details. Would love to see him come back to SA one day. :)
I think we rescinded that offer and let him walk
@@vinniechan Sorry. Yeah. That’s what I meant. The Spurs rescinded the offer at Lonnie’s request. He signed with L.A. for basically the same amount as S.A.’s original QO. I’m sure he had his reasons.
Lonnie has a new fan in me. Keep soaring, brother, the sky is the limit!
Oh fark, when you said "if you're easily disturbed" I'm like nah, I'm tough as, I've seen and been around some extreme violence and got through it but that shook me a bit tbh.
Much love to this dude.
Got to say Casey, I really look forward to your vids and your enthusiasm and takes on current NBA topics. I hope this generates a pretty good income for you as I certainly appreciate it.
I always had a good feeling about him! I expected him to be this player and I’m happy it worked out and I’m happy he’s happy!
These are my favorite kinds of videos by you. Just some heartwarming and inspiring content that is so important and so amazing for you to put out there for us to enjoy. Amazing video
Dude is an absolute STUD And he has so much emotion from his effort actually
Thank you for show casing this young man. Amazing and proud of this young man. ❤😢
I moved here to San Antonio during Lonnie last year here and went to a game at the end of the season. He was my favorite player playing on the court that day with Murray and keldon out I remember even telling my dad that Lonnie is a cool player and he should keep his eye on him. I was acutely sad when he went to the lakers I wanted to watch more of him here but happy to see he loves the city man. I hope he continues to do well and build on legacy, great video Casey!
And now he had a legendary 4th quarter performance in a playoffs game against defending champs after months out of the rotation. Such a professional player, Lonnie the 4th. Laker legend.
Respect to dude, I like how there’s soo much comeback stories in the league love to see all the second chances
So glad he found his place in the league man this is an emotional story got a new found respect for Lonnie
Great video. I’m a Lakers fan n realized right away how well Walker was playing-definitely most improved! Happy fo him n the strength it took to share his story.
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These are the contents that we need. Instead of dissing old players in the league. Very inspiring.
This is the best NBA story of all time.
I have family from Reading, PA.
The HS Lonnie went to is a powerhouse in Men’s Basketball. This guy making it seems like it’s a tiny school that got lucky winning a state title. This is a 4A, dominating Basketball team. They’ve been good for years.
I can’t believe the courage this guy has…..I couldn’t ever imagine going public with that
Great to see him develop. My team played against him in highschool and he was a dawg! Was worried he'd struggle at the next level because our area isn't the best comp but he has surprised me
Easily my favorite Laker this season. Always upset when Ham subbed him out not thinking he also needs to rest 😂
As embarrassing as it is to admit… I was “abused” by someone I was supposed to trust. And as a young boy, it REALLY messed with my mind as I was growing up. As a kid, I didn’t know if that made me gay, so it REALLY made life difficult because I knew I was attracted to females. That’s how young & ignorant I was. Even to this today it haunts me. My only consolation is that he is burning in Hell, where he belongs. Keep fighting, Lonnie. As a life long Lakers fan, nothing makes me happier than seeing you succeed. You’ve just earned the respect of MANY fans around the world. Much love ✌🏾
Man I'm die hard Celtics fan, and I got nothing but respect for this dude for what he went keep balling youngin
This video just gave me a whole new respect for Lonnie. I hope the Lakers keep him around and don't let him get away like they did with Monk
As a Spurs' fan, I had no idea 🤦🏾♂
So glad that coach Pop gave him a tribute video. He deserved one.
I almost switched off the video after that opening line about noone expected anything from Lonnie Walker IV with the Lakers (so wrong) but glad I stuck around to hear some of his inspiring story.
Man, this is such an inspiration the last year has been hell. I got shot in the face in January ,My mom passed away. My grandpa passed away my auntie passed away. And been having trouble this is good to hear
Lonnie is a bright young brutha and very articulate. Straight out of Reading, PA ! Proud of the kid.
Don't watch basketball but will keep an eye and root for this young man. Thank you for making this video.
It’s sad because so many people go through this. I hope this reaches those people and helps them through their trauma
Reminds me of Flip from American Ninja Warrior, he wore that mask for so many seasons, then came out and said why he wore it; Same situation as Lonnie.. Anyone who can remove those masks are someone we can all respect..
As a lakers fan I never knew this about Lonnie and this makes me appreciate him even more, good analysis dude you just earned a sub ❤
Same. Let’s go Lakers. Rooting for him
Thanks for this upload. Really happy for this young fella
Lonnie came off the bench shot 4/4 before missing and won the game for lakers vs warriors game 4.
I always knew Lonnie was a stud I’m glad he’s doing great on the court and feeling good mentally can’t help but make you smile
Really happy for Lonnie. Was attending The U when he was making noise. First time seeing an NBA level talent in college. Was hoping he would have a Malik Monk type year, and he might just surpass it.
WOW. I NEVER knew this. Thank you so much for making this video bro. I'm an IMMEDIATE fan of this young man. 🙏🏽👏🏽
Bought tears to my eyes man 😢. Glad for the turn around and his happiness.
Lonnie was never below average in SA. He was just too inconsistent for Pop to justify giving him the starting nod. We always loved what Lonnie did in SA. People say its what made sense for a rebuild, but... Lonnie is what, 24?? WHY COULDN"T WE KEEP HIM FOR THE REBUILD?? I think the Spurs got too trigger happy on not resigning him. Unfortunate for us Spurs fans cause right now, He would slot in PERFECTLY for what we need right now.
The Spurs have Vassell to soak minutes on
Happy to see this. He went to my high school. Although he was in 8th grade when I was senior. But I saw him practicing with the varsity team and there was a lot of hype with him coming up to high school and for good reason. I remember watching him doing his rim grazer dunks as an 8th grader lol. Now his the skywalker.
Now his on my favorite team. Our city is a very very rough place. Always good to see those of us that leave that place. I have cousins that know him.
Reading that post about his trauma was extremely upsetting. Especially when I was saw him at the age of 13 as a child.
the fact that he is clucthed up for the lakers in quartor in game 4 against the warriors is crazy!
I’m from Reading Lonnie went to my barber besides being a great basketball player he was always very respectful and good kid he deserves all his success!
As a long time basketball,thank you for this story... I love these kind of stories... Only the strong servive and excell.
Lonnie was one of my favorites here in SA. I got to meet him a couple of times, and the man was always humble. I wish the spurs would have kept him, but I also hope he gets a ring. Maybe after the rebuild we can get him back. With this guy the absolute best
This is the true definition of "stunning & brave".
Powerful story;
and great narration of it, homie 👏👏👏
So damn proud to have Lonnie from my town. We’re all so proud of him and Maurio McCoy. Just a kid from Reading ✌🏻
Best thing to come out of Reading since the 5th Avenue candy bar!! Thanks for showing him some love! Stu Jackson was dope too!!
Another great post! Heart warming story. Heart goes out to him and other survivors. Blessings to him.
Wow. Amazing comeback story
As a Spurs fan, I loved watching him play. Now knowing his story makes me love him even more!
Great story and very inspiring!
Thanks Casey for this video, man I have been watching your videos from the start your killing it bro!!!
Man is a warrior!!! 🪖
Crazy, both Walker and Primo had issues psychological but Walker dealt with it much more than Primo.
I loved when the Spurs drafted and it was unfortunate that he didn’t really have consistency there but I’m happy to see him doing well. I’ll wear jersey once in awhile because he’s just that guy. Nothing but the best for him.
I am genuinely glad his story has a happy ending. I remember checking in on the Laker games stats and I kept thinking who is the Lonnie Walker guy and why is he putting up such great number. Glad things are turning around for this young man.
Lonnie Walker is goated. Always loved his game since high school, now he’s a role model for inner strength
Nothing against you, but actually the Spurs didn't give up on Lonnie for other players. The Spurs gave Lonnie a qualifying offer that Lonnie asked the Spurs to take back and eventually signed with LA for the same amount of money. I think Lonnie wants a bigger role and a new environment, and LA with an aging Lebron and a lackluster supporting cast is a perfect place for Lonnie. His inconsistency at SA was likely why coach Pop didn't entrust him a starting role, but I think most Spurs fans genuinely thinks that Lonnie has the most superstar potential out of the bunch. Really happy that Lonnie benefitted from this change of scenery and is able to shine in LA.