Just like Dennis said, he would sit under the rim during mid range jumper drills and just watching the ball spin and understanding where that ball was going to go. Insane dedication
I agree with Mourning that Rodman is one of the greats. There are tons of players that can score the basketball, but there is only one guy who can grab 17 rebounds a game, guard every position, and psychologically destroy his opponents all at once. What Rodman contributed to the game is utterly irreplaceably. There is just quite literally no other player like him in the history of the game.
Bulls were a dynamic team; Rodman is easily _the_ best rebounder of all-time and easily one of the best defenders of all-time. Scottie was easily was a top 3 two-way players of all-time; if not the best. Phil was easily a top 3 coach of all-time; if not _the_ best. Kukoc was a terrific scorer. Kerr was the most accurate 3pt sniper of all-time. Bulls had an expertly-crafted and well-rounded team 1 through 15. They ALL stayed fairly healthy and in top shape consistently for years. Meanwhile MJ stans be like: *MJ* did it all by himself. *MJ* went 6-0. MJ, MJ, MJ. Don't get me wrong, MJ is still the goat, AND he had a goat-level supporting cast, and when he didn't have all that help, he was getting swept out the 1st round every year or not even making the playoffs for 8 years.
Same with Bird. Many hate on him, but in my eyes you can't have a top 5 without him. Guys like Bird and Rod make the team win and thats the point, Who cares if one guy dominates his team, but doesnt lift the whole team up. The best players are the ones that bring out the best in their team. And Rod and Bird sure as hell did that.
@@rickybus8525 Larry is without question one of my all time favorites. After Jordan (and I'm a Bulls fan who grew up in the 90's so I'm extremely biased), Larry is my favorite player to watch old games and highlights of. He could dominate a game and only score 10 points or so.
@@williamkoscielniak7871 Even with his back completly destroyd he dominated every second on court. Dont think a single guy now could play on that level with that pain. Guy was just different.
Most veterans will tell you that, off the court, he had a good heart. I wish I could find the decades old Reader's Digest article/story on him. It was positive and touching, about his help and encouragement to a sick, I believe crippled, young boy. I can't remember many details, but a great article.
@@grosskopf2779 2:10 The only TOP tier athlete who in the middle of the season/playoff goes to Vegas; have party(Sex with Celebs, Drugs, Alcohol), join WWE and play high level basketball the next day.
This just isn't remotely true. Are you talking about did he have a play or two that was a highlight? Maybe. Shaq averaged 27/13 against Rodman. Not exactly stopping him. And believe me when I tell you someone was coming with help to defend on 98% of those possessions. Rodman left alone on Shaq would get posterized like anybody else.
@@brian4180 You do not always need to fully lock him down, it depends on strategy. But I think I was left with an impression from eg this game ruclips.net/video/NdZn8epqnKo/видео.html
@@nougatbitz That was young Shaq ... and even so - in the game you linked Shaq shot 62% from the field! So in other words he scored at will. Penny also had a monster game 1 so although Shaq was crazy efficient he didn't have to put up ridiculous scoring in that one although clearly from his percentage he could have.
Dennis Rodman is the all time greatest rebounder in nba history. I loved watching this guy. In my high school days...back when I had an ounce of basketball ability he was someone I emulated. I loved rebounding I loved working my ass off defensively and didn't care about scoring just doing what needed done to help the team win. I'd love to meet this guy and just talk to him.
One of the biggest compliments I had about my game was when others compared me to Rodman. Now obviously that was just at a high school league tier of play, but still it was nice to hear. Rodman worked his ass off all game long.
@@truthserum3960 define athlete? I mean what does that even mean? He didn’t have the best vertical for his size, he was one of the best rebounders and he was a great athlete sure..in fact I have 3 91 jerseys because I love the guy but he was a beast at what he did best….rebounding
Endless stamina. Tenacity to chase rebounds. Incredible rebound technique. Great defender. Anyone who says theyre the modern dennis rodman is delusional.
I saw the pistons at the silver dome.Rodman was like a young deer,long arms,amazing jumping ability..everyone on that team where bit players.He didn't focus on scoring.He had this energetic motor and focus..was all over the place every game
With that name and that pic we can tell you mean it. Rodman was special. Unmatched hustle. I am curious your thoughts on something. I recently had argued with a guy that claimed Draymond Green was/is a better player than Rodman.... I know, I know after you're done laughing, his argument was that Green is a better shooter and passer. For some reason he thinks he is just as good a defender but that was the gist of the argument.
Dennis Rodman: “Everybody was always saying you need a good night sleep to have a good game. But me? I didn’t believe in that, all I needed was a little bit of cocaine👃“
Dennis Rodman was one of a kind, once in a lifetime athlete who was a great player who play at a very high level. I love his style and his work ethic as a player who can play well with his teammates and the players love him. He’s the 🐐. Salute to #91 Dennis Rodman for being a great player!!!
I disagree about his once a lifetime Athlete. He wasn't a special athlete. His special was his style & game plan & skills that he honed w/ defense & rebounds. But he wasn't anything more then Any bad ass baller... i like him & don't wanna hate on him so i'll stop there... I loved That DETROIT PISTONS TEAM!! They were ruthless & that whole team was a mindfck.
Dennis Rodman is a NBA legend who was known for his rebounding skills and rebounding ability more than his scoring. He only respected a few NBA players, Chuck Daly and Phil Jackson. He also loved Michael Jordan and Scottie Pippen. The Pistons were die hard fans who loved the heck outta him. He has no respect for the Spurs organization because he felt out of place and felt he didn’t belong there. He hated David Robinson, Bob Hill, Gregg Popovich, Shaquille O’Neal and Kobe Bryant. Those die hard Bulls fans loved the heck out of him. I felt Shaq and Kobe were jealous of him for no reason. He respected Isiah Thomas, Joe Dumars and John Salley as teammates.
@@CT-nb5lmAs a huge San Antonio Spurs and Chicago Bulls fan, Rodman played the game his way because he gave his team 20-30 rebounds a game. He was only known for his high IQ rebounding skills and rebounding abilities.
That's why he spent most of his money rather than save it . He didn't play the game for the money. He did it for the team , for his club, for his city, for the acknowledgment of his efforts to win every game , even if the award was a lollipop. I can tell you, that Dennis Rodman is held in such high regard around the world by people of every color and creed , that he transcended the sport of basketball a long time ago . And here's a shout out to the great Clyde Drexler and the Pistons ! Thank you Piotrekz Productions !
The Worm was fun to watch and his hustle is just remarkable. I am glad I got to witness his career and his antics. He is a specimen that is off the charts and his athleticism is unreal. He is up there with the all-time greats. He deserves credit where it is due, he was just off the chains good.
I have always loved Rodman. He’s that rare, elite athlete in competitive sports who is motivated by his love of winning rather than his hatred of losing (Jordan, Kobe, etc.).
@@ramRealTalksalvador what dreams? Come with some facts or gtfo. I don't even like Lebron but to say he can't handle someone? You straight low IQ if you agree with that.
Always thought there were parallels between Rodman and Eric Cantona (for those who follow football) Two enormous characters with insane talent but a tendancy to be loose cannons. Both of their coaches understood they needed to be treated differently to get the best out of them.
Cantona doesn't seen to me that athletic but he seems to score big important goals at the right place at the right time...I am a Liverpool fan since birth...As for Rodman, his on my all time starting 5, yet he is not on my top10 all time. All my top10 all time are two way players, yet IMO someone like Rodman is irreplaceable...In this case I think of Franco Baresi in football term...
Dennis taught me how to play basketball. I wish, I learned this early in my childhood years. Everybody wants to score and be Michael Jordan, Magic Johnson and Kobe today. Playing defense and grabbing a lot of rebounds will get you in the NBA. It helps you win championships.
@@chrisw1197BULLSHIT lol Jordan,Pippen and Phil Jaskson will tell you the same thing.THE BULLS NOT WINNING THEM THREE MORE RINGS IN A ROLL WITHOUT RODMAN CASUAL PERIOD.They lost their big men and had a choice between Rodman or Derrick Coleman.Phil Jackson wanted Rodman and the rest is history.Do you know how many second chance points the Bulls had off Rodman offensive rebounds in the years he was there?Not counting the defensive ones.Did you see the experience and IQ of Rodman when he joined the Bulls?This you see the love and respect Jordan and Pippen have for him now.Phil?You must not be from Chicago,Ill or Detroit Mi.Jackson knew what he had in Rodman coming threre.Stop it. Jordan and everybody need help to win rings too casual.It is a team sport.
When I was a kid, most of my favorites were not the big scorers, but the guys who were fundamental and less celebrated. So, I loved Rodman, Duncan, Sean Elliot. I also idolized the point guards. Nash, Kidd, Damon Stoudamire. My coach had to yell at me to stop passing and shoot more
Great video. Easily in my top 5 favorite players of all time, favorite defensive player of all time. When playing in middle & high school I aspired to play defense and rebound as good as he did.
Dennis is one of the greatest rebounders in NBA history,even though he is ranked 23 for most rebounds. His knowledge of how different players shot the ball and the difference in spins in their shots was insane. Nobody studied shit like that in the 80’s-90’s. I’m not sure if they do it today because the game has changed so much
@@loydkline I don’t understand what you mean by “selfish rebounder” but I agree with the rest of your statement. Dennis studied how a player shot the ball and would know where the ball would go if they missed. He knew that if the ball hit a certain part of the rim where it would most likely go. He should be teaching a college course on it. Professor Rodman.
@tomking7080 great player get other people involved scoring point rebounding ; Dennis rodman wants all teams rebounds to himself ; Dennis rodman has his fault like being a very a dirty basketball players
@@loydkline Well that’s what a rebounder does. He tries to get as many rebounds as possible. Dennis was a team player. Especially after he came back from the Vegas incident and Pippen was out. Dennis really stepped it up.
@tomking7080 machiel Jordan ❤️ Dennis rodman & Shaquille O'Neal called Dennis rodman worst teammate ever machiel Jordan won 🏆 six nba championships; it was more than machiel Jordan & Phil Jackson etc etc : Dennis rodman wasn't afraid to guard Shaquille O'Neal or Karl Malone etc etc
When i hear rodman describe rbing like it was shooting or scoring is just phenomenal, this guy played different lvl then everyone and impacted just as much one of thee greatest of all time, people try emulate but there can only be one worm
The Bulls didnt like Rodman until he joined them and was key to them winning a three peat.They all love him there now including Jordan and Pippen.He retired as my home town Pistons but he should be able to retire a Bull too.
During the Piston Bulls rivalry were some of the best sports memories in my life. I was the lowly Bulls fan among my family and ate a lot of crow during the Pistons dominate years. They played rough basketball that’s not allowed nowadays. When the Bulls finally broke free of Detroits dominance my time to gloat had arrived.
I had been folloving this game for almost 50 years. All Big centers in the league look small then Dennis was on the floor. Alonzo Morning was and still is a Big fellow. Dennis gave him a cold shoulder in his ribs, that I know to this very day still hurts. Nobody in the past and as well as today can do what Dennis did. He was and always will be the Best defender in this game.
Jordan was just as crazy as this guy just not in the same way. He was crazy about winning and would do anything necessary to do so. Jordan didn’t make friends, he literally took everything personally.
Rodman shut down the Diesel at his peak. For me...that says it all about his talent. It also shows why MJ tolerated Rodman's behaviour more than he would have done for anyone else. Becuase MJ knew Rodman would make sure him/the Bulls would win.
Dennis Rodman's impact on the NBA was truly remarkable! His tenacity on the court and exceptional defensive skills made him a key player in any team he was part of. It's always intriguing to hear insights from NBA legends, as they have first-hand experience and a deep understanding of the game. Rodman's ability to rebound and his unique playing style definitely set a new standard in the league. It's so fascinating to think about how players like him have shaped the game of basketball over the years! 🏀🌟
Rodman was the seal that capped the Bulls second three peat. That move was one of the greatest athlete contracts ever to be signed by a sports organization. I believe that. I don't think the Bulls win against Utah for sure. They needed that energy to get them over the last hurdle.
Look back at the games when he was guarding Shaquille O'neal. Dennis was one of the few players that could guard him. He is something special I miss watching him play but the memories are great
1995 bako cali I was privileged to watch bulls games live on wgn chicago and enjoy watching dennis get SO many rebounds and it always looked so casual like he's stealing $
Incredibly unique dude. Only guy I ever saw who could legitimately guard any position and do it extremely well. Supposedly he was one of the best shooters on the Bad Boys teams... in practice. He was always too hyped to be a good shooter during games, though.
I have to say as far as Brotherhood goes in the game for me, MJ Rodman & Pip were the best representatives of that on the court. Makes me smile every time the clip of MJ & Dennis going for the same rebound & MJ letting Rodman take & then Rodman realizing it was his brother so he passed t to him and pats MJ on the ass. Fukn love it. 😂❤
I had black champion Rodman jersey back in the 90's. I kinda outgrew it but it was like new. My friends apartment caught fire and he lost just about everything. He came over one day and i said take whatever man, obviously with a limit. He still remembers that jersey, i still miss it and the nostalgia of the Champion brand blew back up. I should get another black Chicago Rodman jersey.......
Rodman when in Vegas would gamble all day partying all night if he went to his room whatever A-Lister he was dating at the time would be sore afterwards and not sleep for days at a time. I ran into him 2 times when I was an OTR driver. One time was during the 98 playoffs he was blowing off some steam at a small casino right across the border in Wendover NV and was just playing blackjack having a great time. He literally was just chilling and I had the pleasure of being at the table with him. After I was done as I had to get going towards CA I looked at him said good luck tomorrow and win for Chicago. About 2 years later I ran into him and several others in Vegas. That however is another story for another time.
Just like Dennis said, he would sit under the rim during mid range jumper drills and just watching the ball spin and understanding where that ball was going to go. Insane dedication
That’s being the master of his craft and understanding his role
he figured out how to be the very best rebounder in order to do his job and help the team WIN !
That's exactly how I learned in middle school and high school on to college
He was one of the greatest hustlers of all time and a phenomenal athlete.
Believe It Or Not He Learned Basketball Mechanics From His Sisters! They Beat Him Every Time They Played.
Dennis rodman super great rebounder & defender& dirty basketball 🏀 player
I agree with Mourning that Rodman is one of the greats. There are tons of players that can score the basketball, but there is only one guy who can grab 17 rebounds a game, guard every position, and psychologically destroy his opponents all at once. What Rodman contributed to the game is utterly irreplaceably. There is just quite literally no other player like him in the history of the game.
Bulls were a dynamic team; Rodman is easily _the_ best rebounder of all-time and easily one of the best defenders of all-time. Scottie was easily was a top 3 two-way players of all-time; if not the best. Phil was easily a top 3 coach of all-time; if not _the_ best. Kukoc was a terrific scorer. Kerr was the most accurate 3pt sniper of all-time. Bulls had an expertly-crafted and well-rounded team 1 through 15. They ALL stayed fairly healthy and in top shape consistently for years.
Meanwhile MJ stans be like: *MJ* did it all by himself. *MJ* went 6-0. MJ, MJ, MJ. Don't get me wrong, MJ is still the goat, AND he had a goat-level supporting cast, and when he didn't have all that help, he was getting swept out the 1st round every year or not even making the playoffs for 8 years.
Same with Bird. Many hate on him, but in my eyes you can't have a top 5 without him. Guys like Bird and Rod make the team win and thats the point, Who cares if one guy dominates his team, but doesnt lift the whole team up. The best players are the ones that bring out the best in their team. And Rod and Bird sure as hell did that.
@@rickybus8525 Larry is without question one of my all time favorites. After Jordan (and I'm a Bulls fan who grew up in the 90's so I'm extremely biased), Larry is my favorite player to watch old games and highlights of. He could dominate a game and only score 10 points or so.
@@williamkoscielniak7871 Even with his back completly destroyd he dominated every second on court. Dont think a single guy now could play on that level with that pain. Guy was just different.
Preach it bro 💯💯
The clip of him breaking down when he won DPOY gets me every time
Every time. Makes my eyes water quick as hell. You can just feel how hard he worked and came from nothing.
@@kidjiujitsu "And came from nothing"
Hard work and total dedication to his craft changed his reality. Mixed with a little fun, lol
The fact that Dennis could calculate the trajectory, angle and ultimate destination in seconds, IN HIS HEAD is absolutely bonkers
People never remember the hurt he always suppressed deep down. Despite lapses in judgement at times, he has a good heart.
Most veterans will tell you that, off the court, he had a good heart. I wish I could find the decades old Reader's Digest article/story on him. It was positive and touching, about his help and encouragement to a sick, I believe crippled, young boy. I can't remember many details, but a great article.
He was, probably, the most physically gifted NBA player of all time. Possibly of any sport. I loved watching him play.
Nah
After Wilt, maybe. Love him though!!
@@grosskopf2779 2:10 The only TOP tier athlete who in the middle of the season/playoff goes to Vegas; have party(Sex with Celebs, Drugs, Alcohol), join WWE and play high level basketball the next day.
@@kamotetops1572 Other than participating in the WWE, he's the only one we know of. Remember Rodman didn't keep many things undercover.
NNNNAAAAAAWWWW,.. THAT BELONGS TO WILT, BUT,.. RODMAN IS DEFINITELY IN THE TOP 3/5,.. FA SHO!!!
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He stopped Shaq in post. A bloody force on the defensive end.
This just isn't remotely true. Are you talking about did he have a play or two that was a highlight? Maybe. Shaq averaged 27/13 against Rodman. Not exactly stopping him. And believe me when I tell you someone was coming with help to defend on 98% of those possessions. Rodman left alone on Shaq would get posterized like anybody else.
@@brian4180 You do not always need to fully lock him down, it depends on strategy. But I think I was left with an impression from eg this game ruclips.net/video/NdZn8epqnKo/видео.html
@@nougatbitz That was young Shaq ... and even so - in the game you linked Shaq shot 62% from the field! So in other words he scored at will. Penny also had a monster game 1 so although Shaq was crazy efficient he didn't have to put up ridiculous scoring in that one although clearly from his percentage he could have.
@@brian4180 Big fan of Shaq huh? Ok-kay.
@@brian4180 FOH my Bulls swept them boys under a rug then Shaq ran out of town to LA courtesy of the Worm😂🤣😭😭😭😭
Dennis Rodman is the all time greatest rebounder in nba history. I loved watching this guy. In my high school days...back when I had an ounce of basketball ability he was someone I emulated. I loved rebounding I loved working my ass off defensively and didn't care about scoring just doing what needed done to help the team win. I'd love to meet this guy and just talk to him.
One of the biggest compliments I had about my game was when others compared me to Rodman. Now obviously that was just at a high school league tier of play, but still it was nice to hear. Rodman worked his ass off all game long.
This was when the NBA was at its best ..the game was so tough and had heaps of stars
now its daddys money league
Say what you will about Dennis Rodman, but 2 things are certain… 1) he was a phenomenal player
2) he’s lived quite the life.
Definition of a basketball mad genius...a true great
love how he could be the one guy to show up late cuz nobody could question his work ethic.
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One of a kind player, there will be no more like him in the nba league with these kind of rules right now.
Gifted Rebounder and athlete sure. One of the most gifted athlete all round is a bit of a stretch
@@mickyzzzeee no stretch. He was the best athlete.
@@truthserum3960 define athlete? I
mean what does that even mean? He didn’t have the best vertical for his size, he was one of the best rebounders and he was a great athlete sure..in fact I have 3 91 jerseys because I love the guy but he was a beast at what he did best….rebounding
Endless stamina. Tenacity to chase rebounds. Incredible rebound technique. Great defender. Anyone who says theyre the modern dennis rodman is delusional.
I saw the pistons at the silver dome.Rodman was like a young deer,long arms,amazing jumping ability..everyone on that team where bit players.He didn't focus on scoring.He had this energetic motor and focus..was all over the place every game
My favorite NBA player 🐐
With that name and that pic we can tell you mean it. Rodman was special. Unmatched hustle.
I am curious your thoughts on something. I recently had argued with a guy that claimed Draymond Green was/is a better player than Rodman.... I know, I know after you're done laughing, his argument was that Green is a better shooter and passer. For some reason he thinks he is just as good a defender but that was the gist of the argument.
@@mrjones422 Rodman´s passing ability is maybe the most underrated skill of his game
Thank you all the memories. Dennis was a beast, a teammate, a man. but a crazy one. thanks god. i rememed from my childhood. Love and Piece brothee.r.
Rodman is the greatest hustle man ever
Dennis Rodman: “Everybody was always saying you need a good night sleep to have a good game. But me? I didn’t believe in that, all I needed was a little bit of cocaine👃“
Dennis Rodman was one of a kind, once in a lifetime athlete who was a great player who play at a very high level. I love his style and his work ethic as a player who can play well with his teammates and the players love him. He’s the 🐐. Salute to #91 Dennis Rodman for being a great player!!!
I disagree about his once a lifetime Athlete. He wasn't a special athlete. His special was his style & game plan & skills that he honed w/ defense & rebounds.
But he wasn't anything more then Any bad ass baller... i like him & don't wanna hate on him so i'll stop there...
I loved That DETROIT PISTONS TEAM!! They were ruthless & that whole team was a mindfck.
Dennis Rodman is a NBA legend who was known for his rebounding skills and rebounding ability more than his scoring. He only respected a few NBA players, Chuck Daly and Phil Jackson. He also loved Michael Jordan and Scottie Pippen. The Pistons were die hard fans who loved the heck outta him. He has no respect for the Spurs organization because he felt out of place and felt he didn’t belong there. He hated David Robinson, Bob Hill, Gregg Popovich, Shaquille O’Neal and Kobe Bryant. Those die hard Bulls fans loved the heck out of him. I felt Shaq and Kobe were jealous of him for no reason. He respected Isiah Thomas, Joe Dumars and John Salley as teammates.
@@CT-nb5lmAs a huge San Antonio Spurs and Chicago Bulls fan, Rodman played the game his way because he gave his team 20-30 rebounds a game. He was only known for his high IQ rebounding skills and rebounding abilities.
Work ethic? His team mates hated him for that exact reason lol his ability was why he was loved / valuable
Rodman was a beast!
Abled
That's why he spent most of his money rather than save it . He didn't play the game for the money. He did it for the team , for his club, for his city, for the acknowledgment of his efforts to win every game , even if the award was a lollipop. I can tell you, that Dennis Rodman is held in such high regard around the world by people of every color and creed , that he transcended the sport of basketball a long time ago . And here's a shout out to the great Clyde Drexler and the Pistons ! Thank you Piotrekz Productions !
Dennis motor is what I admired about him. He was awesome and I remember reading his book in 8th grade lol
I remember as a kid I’ve always liked Rodman coz of his antics.
The Worm was fun to watch and his hustle is just remarkable. I am glad I got to witness his career and his antics. He is a specimen that is off the charts and his athleticism is unreal. He is up there with the all-time greats. He deserves credit where it is due, he was just off the chains good.
A different individual, but a true legend in the sport. When you talk basketball, Rodman left his mark on the game forever
Rodman is rarely praised for his psychological game. With it, he could make his opponents lose focus.
one of a kind! great editing man
I have always loved Rodman. He’s that rare, elite athlete in competitive sports who is motivated by his love of winning rather than his hatred of losing (Jordan, Kobe, etc.).
This guy is a legend and was a century ahead of everybody, his drip is legendary this was 1998!!!!
I’ll never forget watching Rodman dive into the fans at full speed without hesitation over and over again for a loose ball.
Well put together video showing Dennis from all angles 🤜
How beautiful was the old Bulls team. Rodmam, Pippen, MJ, and the other guy.. good memories, good vibes. they was the best no questiob..
Man, seeing him cry made me cry! What an amazing individual man!
I dont think lebron can handle this guy.
Bird ate him. Pretty sure Lebron would do ok.
@@brian4180 hahaha in your dreams 😆😆😆
@@ramRealTalksalvador what dreams? Come with some facts or gtfo. I don't even like Lebron but to say he can't handle someone? You straight low IQ if you agree with that.
Rodman play defense. Labron don't that's why teams score 140 points a game now
I am sure, he would make him quit baskeball. He stopped Shaq, Malone, slowed MJ in his Detroit years (for some time)!!
Always thought there were parallels between Rodman and Eric Cantona (for those who follow football)
Two enormous characters with insane talent but a tendancy to be loose cannons.
Both of their coaches understood they needed to be treated differently to get the best out of them.
Cantona doesn't seen to me that athletic but he seems to score big important goals at the right place at the right time...I am a Liverpool fan since birth...As for Rodman, his on my all time starting 5, yet he is not on my top10 all time. All my top10 all time are two way players, yet IMO someone like Rodman is irreplaceable...In this case I think of Franco Baresi in football term...
@@loveblindhate9318 Great insight from both of you :)
@@arnegebhardt2209 Thank you!
Dennis taught me how to play basketball. I wish, I learned this early in my childhood years. Everybody wants to score and be Michael Jordan, Magic Johnson and Kobe today. Playing defense and grabbing a lot of rebounds will get you in the NBA. It helps you win championships.
While with the Bulls I once saw Rodman single-handedly cause a 12 point turnaround in 2 minutes....
Exactly, it's those unanswered points, that make him more valuable than a typical scorer.
I got more rebounds in high school because of him. Tip it til you get it lol. I grabbed more rebounds than our 6'8" center. I'm 6'0. Thanks Rodzilla
For him to knew each spin of the ball for different players is just ridiculous crazy, he say rebounding in a different lvl that no one can match
Damn him crying after winning that award was moving. It’s like he finally got validation
One of the best rebounders and defenders
Rodman was the greatest rebounder ever. He was the scrapper playewd defense and did all the dirty work.. what an awesome awesome basketball player.
One of a kind man. Bulls ain't winning those championships without this dude
They won 3 championships without him
@@chrisw1197BULLSHIT lol Jordan,Pippen and Phil Jaskson will tell you the same thing.THE BULLS NOT WINNING THEM THREE MORE RINGS IN A ROLL WITHOUT RODMAN CASUAL PERIOD.They lost their big men and had a choice between Rodman or Derrick Coleman.Phil Jackson wanted Rodman and the rest is history.Do you know how many second chance points the Bulls had off Rodman offensive rebounds in the years he was there?Not counting the defensive ones.Did you see the experience and IQ of Rodman when he joined the Bulls?This you see the love and respect Jordan and Pippen have for him now.Phil?You must not be from Chicago,Ill or Detroit Mi.Jackson knew what he had in Rodman coming threre.Stop it. Jordan and everybody need help to win rings too casual.It is a team sport.
@@chrisw1197 but he did mean the next 3. He was, in that system, an extremaly crucial piece.
People forget his piston days
What a fckn stud!!! Dead set tough talented and humble and flat out the epitome of a 1st ballot HOFer
The only dude that can get more than 20 reb in every game 🤣 love his energy and passion.
I was lucky to be a fan of the 1990's Bulls team. I will never forget how entertaining they were.
When I was a kid, most of my favorites were not the big scorers, but the guys who were fundamental and less celebrated. So, I loved Rodman, Duncan, Sean Elliot. I also idolized the point guards. Nash, Kidd, Damon Stoudamire. My coach had to yell at me to stop passing and shoot more
I saw him with the pistons at the silverdome..had high energy and could jump out of the stadium..
Great video. Easily in my top 5 favorite players of all time, favorite defensive player of all time. When playing in middle & high school I aspired to play defense and rebound as good as he did.
He is the GOAT of rebounding period
No he wasn't but he was a great rebounder
@@grosskopf2779that mean he’s the goat
@@DhieuMichael The real Goat got 55 rebounds in a game. What are you talking about?
Rodman was a pure fantastic defense beast! Great team player as well and played hard!
Dennis Rodman was such a beast, he was my small town WW2 pappys favorite player.
People talks about D.Green... you need 3 Draymond to make half Rodman...
Dennis is one of the greatest rebounders in NBA history,even though he is ranked 23 for most rebounds. His knowledge of how different players shot the ball and the difference in spins in their shots was insane. Nobody studied shit like that in the 80’s-90’s. I’m not sure if they do it today because the game has changed so much
Dennis rodman was a very selfish rebounder: yes super great rebounder? ; Dennis rodman study rebounding like a scientist
@@loydkline I don’t understand what you mean by “selfish rebounder” but I agree with the rest of your statement. Dennis studied how a player shot the ball and would know where the ball would go if they missed. He knew that if the ball hit a certain part of the rim where it would most likely go. He should be teaching a college course on it. Professor Rodman.
@tomking7080 great player get other people involved scoring point rebounding ; Dennis rodman wants all teams rebounds to himself ; Dennis rodman has his fault like being a very a dirty basketball players
@@loydkline Well that’s what a rebounder does. He tries to get as many rebounds as possible. Dennis was a team player. Especially after he came back from the Vegas incident and Pippen was out. Dennis really stepped it up.
@tomking7080 machiel Jordan ❤️ Dennis rodman & Shaquille O'Neal called Dennis rodman worst teammate ever machiel Jordan won 🏆 six nba championships; it was more than machiel Jordan & Phil Jackson etc etc : Dennis rodman wasn't afraid to guard Shaquille O'Neal or Karl Malone etc etc
He crack the science of rebounding. Dennis Rodman the Legend.
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When i hear rodman describe rbing like it was shooting or scoring is just phenomenal, this guy played different lvl then everyone and impacted just as much one of thee greatest of all time, people try emulate but there can only be one worm
Rodman will always be a Bad Boy.. Go Pistons
The Bulls didnt like Rodman until he joined them and was key to them winning a three peat.They all love him there now including Jordan and Pippen.He retired as my home town Pistons but he should be able to retire a Bull too.
During the Piston Bulls rivalry were some of the best sports memories in my life. I was the lowly Bulls fan among my family and ate a lot of crow during the Pistons dominate years. They played rough basketball that’s not allowed nowadays. When the Bulls finally broke free of Detroits dominance my time to gloat had arrived.
I didn’t miss any Rodman game back then.
Thanks for the memories Rodman!
I had been folloving this game for almost 50 years. All Big centers in the league look small then Dennis was on the floor. Alonzo Morning was and still is a Big fellow. Dennis gave him a cold shoulder in his ribs, that I know to this very day still hurts. Nobody in the past and as well as today can do what Dennis did. He was and always will be the Best defender in this game.
Jordan was just as crazy as this guy just not in the same way. He was crazy about winning and would do anything necessary to do so. Jordan didn’t make friends, he literally took everything personally.
Best to ever do what he did, the way he did and he did it on his own terms. His book was outstanding as well. Awesome time in THAT NBA time frame.
Rodman shut down the Diesel at his peak.
For me...that says it all about his talent.
It also shows why MJ tolerated Rodman's behaviour more than he would have done for anyone else.
Becuase MJ knew Rodman would make sure him/the Bulls would win.
" > I wanted this award so bad."
You earned it my dude.
He knows his role that swhy he's a one of greatest basketball player ,hes deadly for sure..
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Best rebounder of all time !!
Watching Rodman play in the 90s was so much fun. He is one of my favorite players to watch.
He proved you don’t have to fit a certain mold to be one of the great
I'm still in awe how he could see the ball n know where it would bounce or be and tell the spin
Rodman wasn't a lunatic. People wish they're were as free as Dennis.
Dennis Rodman's impact on the NBA was truly remarkable! His tenacity on the court and exceptional defensive skills made him a key player in any team he was part of. It's always intriguing to hear insights from NBA legends, as they have first-hand experience and a deep understanding of the game. Rodman's ability to rebound and his unique playing style definitely set a new standard in the league. It's so fascinating to think about how players like him have shaped the game of basketball over the years! 🏀🌟
Rodman was the seal that capped the Bulls second three peat. That move was one of the greatest athlete contracts ever to be signed by a sports organization.
I believe that.
I don't think the Bulls win against Utah for sure.
They needed that energy to get them over the last hurdle.
Rodman is raw physically, he didn't hide his situation, but he did bust up a few guys!
Possibly the biggest heart and hardest worker's to play the game
Dennis didn’t need to warm up before the game he needed to warm down game.
He was ready 100% of the time to dominate.
I remember him shutting down Alonso Mourning multiple times. Awesome to see that.
Dude, he had Mourning in an angry place lol
He does things that truly are worth many wins in a given year. He was one of the greats, like Zo said.
Was the best to watch. Loved him at the bulls
Look back at the games when he was guarding Shaquille O'neal. Dennis was one of the few players that could guard him. He is something special I miss watching him play but the memories are great
1995 bako cali I was privileged to watch bulls games live on wgn chicago and enjoy watching dennis get SO many rebounds and it always looked so casual like he's stealing $
Incredibly unique dude. Only guy I ever saw who could legitimately guard any position and do it extremely well. Supposedly he was one of the best shooters on the Bad Boys teams... in practice. He was always too hyped to be a good shooter during games, though.
Did score 34 points in a game with the Pistons, i think it was March of '91.
I have to say as far as Brotherhood goes in the game for me, MJ Rodman & Pip were the best representatives of that on the court.
Makes me smile every time the clip of MJ & Dennis going for the same rebound & MJ letting Rodman take & then Rodman realizing it was his brother so he passed t to him and pats MJ on the ass. Fukn love it. 😂❤
Dennis always saves the day
Dennis Rodmam is My IDOL So be Careful to his Defense ,Rebound, Points, and to his Assist . Godblesss to you My IDOL Dennis Rodman
Lol i could definitely picture him and Phil at Woodstock
I loved watching Rodman. I've only read 2 sports stars books. His and bo jacksons
Relentless, Tireless, Determination!
I had black champion Rodman jersey back in the 90's. I kinda outgrew it but it was like new. My friends apartment caught fire and he lost just about everything. He came over one day and i said take whatever man, obviously with a limit. He still remembers that jersey, i still miss it and the nostalgia of the Champion brand blew back up. I should get another black Chicago Rodman jersey.......
Dennis Rodman such a phenomenal and gifted NBA player.
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My favorite player ever ❤
A true original being ⚡️
Rodman when in Vegas would gamble all day partying all night if he went to his room whatever A-Lister he was dating at the time would be sore afterwards and not sleep for days at a time. I ran into him 2 times when I was an OTR driver. One time was during the 98 playoffs he was blowing off some steam at a small casino right across the border in Wendover NV and was just playing blackjack having a great time. He literally was just chilling and I had the pleasure of being at the table with him. After I was done as I had to get going towards CA I looked at him said good luck tomorrow and win for Chicago. About 2 years later I ran into him and several others in Vegas. That however is another story for another time.