Mahmoud Abdul-Rauf | Ep 169 | ALL THE SMOKE Full Episode

Mahmoud Abdul-Rauf | Ep 169 | ALL THE SMOKE Full Episode | SHOWTIME Basketball

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Another must-see episode is coming your way as the boys sit down with basketball star and social justice activist, Mahmoud Abdul-Rauf to discuss his courageous and remarkable life. Abdul-Rauf opens up about his extraordinary basketball journey, from being a star at LSU and in the NBA, to being blackballed from the league for his social justice activism.
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(00:00:00) - Intro
(00:00:57) - STAND Documentary
(00:05:20) - Upbringing in Gulfport, MS
(00:09:25) - Tourette’s Syndrome
(00:18:40) - Basketball beginnings
(00:25:00) - LSU with Shaq
(00:34:33) - 1990 NBA Draft, First years with Denver
(00:42:35) - Finding Islam
(00:47:30) - Breakout 1993 Season
(00:52:35) - National Anthem
(00:56:55) - Dropping 30 on Michael Jordan
(00:59:50) - Similarities with Colin Kaepernick
(01:08:00) - Finding out who his father is
(01:11:50) - Giving flowers to the Big 3
(01:24:40) - Quick Hitters
(01:29:39) - End
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@AllTheSmokeProductions Рік тому

00:00:00) - Intro (00:00:57) - STAND Documentary (00:05:20) - Upbringing in Gulfport, MS (00:09:25) - Tourette’s Syndrome (00:18:40) - Basketball beginnings (00:25:00) - LSU with Shaq (00:34:33) - 1990 NBA Draft, First years with Denver (00:42:35) - Finding Islam (00:47:30) - Breakout 1993 Season (00:52:35) - National Anthem (00:56:55) - Dropping 30 on Michael Jordan (00:59:50) - Similarities with Colin Kaepernick (01:08:00) - Finding out who his father is (01:11:50) - Giving flowers to the Big 3 (01:24:40) - Quick Hitters (01:29:39) - End

@curiouslymavismade Рік тому

This man is definitely one of my idols to this very day, what people didn't emphasize about Mahmoud is that he didn't want to stand for something he felt didn't stand for him and people like him, especially black men and women. No, even in 2023, the US is TRULY NOT the land of the free and the home of the brave. Yes, he was an incredible basketball player, but that pales in comparison to the quality of man he was and still is. Much love, Mahmoud, all praise be to Allah. Continue to be the progressive individual you are, the struggle continues, it's far from over.

@kingschessclub Рік тому

#STAND 🎆🏀🎆🫵🏾

@boombazookajoe7480 Рік тому

Wall Street

@greatone275 Рік тому

@@curiouslymavismade yeah, I actually tuned the NBA for a while, when I saw what the nba was taking him through it was shameful

@according2cathy309 Рік тому

Thanks for these timestamps.

@kevinjahleelishimwe6496 Рік тому

“Until the lion learns how to write, every story will glorify the hunter.” 🤲🏿 -- Chinua Achebe

@brelandparrott9287 Рік тому

this is a great quote

@carlaling41 Рік тому

Powerful.

@juanfranciscosantana4793 Рік тому

That because the history is written by the conquerors .

@skylimitkt Рік тому

Nice

@ruggedroots1 Рік тому

Just pinned this tweet

@SS-xv7xf Рік тому

He might have been blackballed in the NBA back in in the 90’s, but he gained something more valuable.He proved he is a man of great character.

@___Anakin.Skywalker Рік тому

Only thing he proved is he dum, reason why he ain't not wealthy rn

@SS-xv7xf Рік тому

@@___Anakin.SkywalkerWell obviously you prioritise wealth over dignity so there is no point in continuing further.

@thegoodbrothersifu Рік тому

Well said..brother.

@christopherkettler8727 Рік тому

Amen

@mongoslade277 Рік тому

No might have about it. The man was gave a lifetime ban without them saying so. That's David Stern. He tried to do the same to Spencer Hsywood. Yet he looked out for snakes like Donald Sterling and Clay Bennett

@gentillygangr3516 Рік тому

“My mission is to live and die with a free conscience and a free soul whether people like it or not.” Most inspiring interview I’ve ever watched.

@shaw8623 Рік тому

Power of Islam…I hope all people learn about this beautiful way of life

@drpestwick1 Рік тому

Facts

@susanthompson1942 Рік тому

I am a 59 year old white woman. I absolutely LOVE your show. It can be funny and loving, informative but this one taught me of a person that I did not know of prior. Thank you Stephan and Matt. You guys deserve your flowers too

@sanchewhitehead3835 Рік тому

With myself being an african Americans. I applaud you for just listening. We can learn from each other. 👍

@MrHamzasidd88 Рік тому

❤

@nC_DUKE_ Рік тому

🧢

@kinglumpkins8831 Рік тому

1v1?

@THESMILINGHARTNELLS Рік тому

This is the best and most real show out there about sports and life!

@thurmondmetters6465 Рік тому

People forget. This man could BALL!

@SenorAzazel Рік тому

This dude *Balled Out* in the big 3

@AnthonySmith-bq2if Рік тому

Facts

@5luelight726 Рік тому

30 ppg as a college freshman in the SEC is crazy

@andrewredding407 Рік тому

You mean people (forgot?)

@Blackstreet_Coach Рік тому

Still can ball at 53

@ampedup3054 Рік тому

Mannnnnnnnnnnn this is officially my favorite interview of all time. Thank you Mr. Jackson and Mr. Barnes for putting this together. I've been a fan of his game, struggle and his testimony.

@napturalgoddess6602 Рік тому

I agree! I was taking in every word!

@antoniomitchell1883 Рік тому

I like the one with DJ Quick

@lemoncherrylime6366 Рік тому

This man was soo ahead of his time through his basketball game and beliefs Thank you guys for this much appreciated!!!

@oceanhudson Рік тому

@@Blacklist324 😂😂😂

@SuperRobertoClemente Рік тому

@@Blacklist324 Well he was also, like many forgotten folks in the late 80s and early 90s, continuing the legacy of civil rights. And a lot of those folks got cracked down on hard by the Bush-Clinton middle.

@osas5211 Рік тому

@@Blacklist324idk Kareem still got to play to cement his legacy

@Daewonnni Рік тому

Yet, he is there because he has engaged something ancient

@Mcali1984 5 місяців тому

Eh, not really. His averages were mid, at best. .340 3pt%, 3asissts a game and 14pts a game. Ok. Ahead of his time. 😂😂

@prestonlhouse Рік тому

This strong man was one of the best ball players of his era. Great interview.

@bobbybriggs6991 Рік тому

my eyes are welling up hearing him telling his story...with everything he was put through,he dosen't sound bitter one bit & his spirit sounded strong when most would have been broken & folded through.....Bless this brother for standing up for his beliefs & what he believed in.

@shaftlamer Рік тому

lol

@tabasco07 Рік тому

xd xd

@carlaling41 Рік тому

Amen...Amen. #blessings #Peace

@abdulsmith1569 Рік тому

@shaftlamer nothing is funny what the guy who made the comment!!

@shaftlamer Рік тому

@@abdulsmith1569 nice English, falafel.

@charliecheetah4654 Рік тому

It’s ABOUT DAMN TIME that you guys invited the 🐐 on. The younger generation needs to hear this man and understand his story. At 53 still crushing those young boys in the Big3 too. Great all around dude. A living legend

@Jc-jf9rz Рік тому

The goat is mj do t know what u talking about

@charliecheetah4654 Рік тому

@@Jc-jf9rz you sound lost lol. research Mahmoud and you’ll see how great he was. I’m sure you have no clue who he is. That’s y I said young boys need to know about him

@trifolkel Рік тому

@@Jc-jf9rz believed Nike's BS about jordan being the best. He can't even win against bird and olajuwon. The only time he won against Isiah was when the rules were changed to let him win and sell more shoes

@adonisvictorious3649 4 місяці тому

@@trifolkelY'all just be saying anything in these comments...Olajuwan couldn't get out of the West when Mike was in the League. Bird was at the peak of his prime and Mike was up and coming in the 80's...Bird and Hakeem said Mike is the best!

@AM-my3jk Рік тому

I met him in Portland back in 17’ I recognized him and just said I wanted him to know I idolized his game as a kid in high school when I played. He graciously thanked me for the love. Class act.

@BadTV1993 Рік тому

I moved to Louisiana as a kid when he was Just starting at LSU..I def based my game on his..& when I found out the challenges he faced just to get to that point made me an even bigger fan of his

@adelalmasood Рік тому

That's a cool story... lucky u

@charlesmaddox8551 Рік тому

I had a similar experience. I met him in Dallas around 08' I told him that seeing how good his J at LSU was, is how I got my J. I remember one of his interviews on TV at LSU as a freshman and him talking about how he shot by himself at the park for hours, every shot being a game winner under pressure. It got me hyped to try to do the same thing.

@itsmeitstrue Рік тому

Abdul-Rauf was an absolute assassin and a walking bucket in his time. A special talent and person.

@derrickjenkins6322 Рік тому

The original Steph Curry! I love that this brotha is still around and still continues to fight! As salaam alaikum!

@janicepowell813 Рік тому

Mahmoud was Steph Curry before Steph Curry! I remember seeing him play in the high school championship game in the MS Coliseum! This guy was amazing! I wish him well. I've listened to several of his interviews. Great job Mahmoud & All The Smoke!

@MrBobbyj32 Рік тому

Astute point. Isaiah Thomas made that observation a couple of years ago as well.

@randyholliday5626 Рік тому

He shot 44% from the field 35% from 3 he's not even Walmart Steph Curry!

@haroldtrimuel9233 Рік тому

Appreciate you answer so it's a great answer but I think Steph Curry emulate him this man was the most awesome driven player I ever seen in my life when you talk about the goat if he's not mentioned that should be no coat they took this away from him

@icetea8053 Рік тому

@@randyholliday5626 He did not have the spacing to do so and u clearly dont know ball.

@randyholliday5626 Рік тому

@@icetea8053 Spacing? Y'all always have some built up excuse he was a 14ppg player that never even made an all star team he was never on Steph Curry's level!! GTFOH with them weak ass excuses!!

@24Ayiolaf Рік тому

BROTHER Mahmoud if you ever see this message I just want you to know that what you did was revolutionary you took a stand when many didn't, only a true lion is capable of such bravery and as the saying goes you can dance on the lions grave but you'll never be a lion. We love you brother mahmoud alhamdullilah. You inspired millions I'm sure and inshallah your legacy will live on

@mmooremcneil9061 Рік тому

The African proverb he mentioned, “Until the lion tells the story, the hunter will always be the hero”. As he said, we have to control our own narrative. An engaging amazing conversation, the life story, the lived experience, so powerful.

@lorenzodawkins7500 Рік тому

People misuse the word underrated so much these days. He is the pure definition of an underrated NBA player

@alphonsorhodes8689 Рік тому

Mahmoud is an excellent example for our young men💪🏿 🏀

@uniqueblackman Рік тому

This dude is so humble. I grew up in Atlanta. When I was in high school he was already in the league. I went to school with Shareef Abdur-Rahim and I would go to his house and see this man already an NBA player sleeping on the floor. He played ball with us and taught us. The NBA did him dirty just as the NFL did Kaepernick.

@sennymatts Рік тому

I remember as a kid, how the media would go so hard to make Mahmoud look like the worst villain alive. He was only living his truth. Great and necessary interview.

@duck2x Рік тому

This man is a living legend in Mississippi ‼️💯

@alwayshappy2786 Рік тому

Watched the Stand documentary last night for the first time. Before that, I've never heard of this man . This documentary brought tears to my eyes and joy to my heart . To see a human being remain TRUE to his beliefs his mind his body and his soul is the true definition of a man!!! I could go on and on about how much I loved and learned from this documentary/man .. much respect and love!!!!

@justkilltime6765 Рік тому

Same here

@davidchandler6885 Рік тому

I never watched it but watched his career m enjoyed watching him play but u understand u got flow business rules any company, u have to take this perspective in to.s if u Run business u can't have someone bring in their belief n agendas bad for business surprised no one is talking about this simple FACT. I am all for his message n so on

@mcbuckettsss3D Рік тому

@@davidchandler6885you make no sense, I can tell you are out of touch.

@lbai9401 Рік тому

@@davidchandler6885 well the policy has now changed so player do not have to stand for the flag any longer. Thanks to Kap and all who refused to stand! If you as a man don't stand for something you as a man will fall for anything! I am glad that he is now getting his flowers and the new money will come!

@mwill80 Рік тому

“Until the Lion tells the story, the hunter will always be the hero.” -🙏

@MichaelGilmoreTV Рік тому

When using quotation marks, ALWAYS quote the source! Apparently, you don’t k ow;but if you do, CITE the author 📚💯.The author is A.C., his initials😂.

@MichaelGilmoreTV Рік тому

*don’t know, correction 👍🏿.

@mwill80 Рік тому

It's an African proverb. Throughout West Africa there are variations of that same proverb. It's ancient. Maybe A.C. introduced it to western consciousness, but it's older than the 500 years since my people were taken from Africa, making it quite old and therefore with an unknown author

@MichaelGilmoreTV Рік тому

@@mwill80 👍🏿📚

@chinoxSD Рік тому

A shooter a lights out shooter with a mean handle ...very underrated player

@randyholliday5626 Рік тому

How is 44% from the field and 35% from 3 for your career a lights out shooter??

@lanroom2896 Рік тому

@@randyholliday5626 back in the day they weren’t shooting like that why hate

@randyholliday5626 Рік тому

@@lanroom2896 Doest matter when you shoot less you should be more efficient he shot 44%from the field 35% from 3 14ppg for his career he was never even close to Steph to even mention this man in the same breath is Insane!! This man wasn't even a thought until this episode. They waited 169 episodes to Talk to this man for a reason!!

@omerta4l665 Рік тому

@@randyholliday5626 get that hate out your heart, 35 % is good even for this era

@anthonyshats4427 Рік тому

Better than steph lil poo

@jaygun0331 Рік тому

This is probably the best interview you guys have had. I’ve always followed him since his days at LSU..way ahead of his time. Great man!

@jmcgee39 Рік тому

My favorite player back in the day. Shame what happened to him but his legend hasn't been forgotten.

@willisminggia635 Рік тому

Growing up in Denver, I was a huge fan too

@abdulsmith1569 Рік тому

Yezir

@ICN8IVE Рік тому

The Sanford and son metaphor was so concise and made me tear up a little bit.

@lonzalltatum4143 Рік тому

The quote my Beloved Brotha is trying to recite (I believe it is the quote)..."When a lion runs and looks back, it's not that he is afraid. Rather, he is trying to see the distance he has covered."

@DaveSincere Рік тому

This man Mahmoud Abdul-Rauf is an INSPIRATION FOR EVERYONE ESPECIALLY US BLACK MEN. THANK YOU FOR BEING YOU!

@christopherstephens3205 Рік тому

Whatever you focus on grows...your thinking influences your behavior...your behavior informs your character...your character determines your fate. Mahmoud drops so many jewels in this interview. Best interview to date...

@marcusquintana3659 11 місяців тому

What part of the interview was that? Looking for the clip

@mario1229 Рік тому

If I could have 5 dinner guest...this brother would be one of them... hope I get to meet him one day...dude was one of the best to grace the court...so happy he's getting his flowers...he was amazing

@KAG1216 Рік тому

So much to learn from another man’s experiences in life.

@ericwilliams460 Рік тому

STAND is a must-watch documentary. This man has been through a lot. To see that man come through the fire of his life is amazing 😥

@franchelette1138 Рік тому

Through the fire..Literally! You can't a mans purpose or beliefs!!!

@issaabdi6867 Рік тому

I’m my opinion the best interview yet Mash’Allah

@jerrycustodio4773 Рік тому

"In my mind, if i could create separation in my imagination, then a human didn't have a chance against me"...wow

@metspin1 Рік тому

What a man, What an interview!

@elliotselmon7581 Рік тому

A HERO!! BOTTOM LINE!! GOD IS SO GOOD!! Sounds like a Griot... AMAZING!!

@mandlatube Рік тому

One of the most powerful sports interviews....

@TheBeautifulMynd Рік тому

Shoutout Mahmoud … Real brother with a real touching story … A warrior! 🤲🏾

@rsopassopas3153 Рік тому

thank god for the big 3, i’m from Portugal and i’m 28 next week, i can’t rememer rauf in the nba but this guy got that thing, maybe its that humbleness, that’s something you can’t learn

@hasmoon Рік тому

I'm in the process of becoming a registered Muslim and man this interview has me SOOOOO EXCITED!

@tellthetruthrightnow Рік тому

I met Mahmoud Abdul-Rauf about 4 years ago and he is truly a humble good person.

@LuvThySelf Рік тому

Yall gotta get Craig Hodges on now and showtime gotta do his doc. Seeing Mahmoud impacted my soul man. Good stuff Fellas

@bignade6263 Рік тому

Met him at the airport in Chicago at couple years back , real solid stand up brother !!! #MississippiLegend 💯💯💯💯💯💯🤲🏿🤲🏿

@taoforte8988 Рік тому

Mahmoud Abdul-Rauf....my favorite basketball name of all time. Shareef Abdur-Raheem, World B Free, Latrell Sprewell, Cuttino Mobley, God Shamgod, some of my other favorites too.

@user-ho7ot7zi3n 2 місяці тому

Shamgod was a monster at rhode island salute to da god

@ravindrasingh1545 Рік тому

As a registered nurse hearing that this man was given haldol in high school for Tourette’s ? Talk about the system failing you. By far the most inspiring interview on all the smoke. You deserve all the flowers brother.

@harmonywithin3879 Рік тому

THANK YOU BROTHER MATT AND BROTHER STEPHEN FOR DOING THIS INTERVIEW …... I have watched most of your interviews but this in my opinion is the most socially and spiritually impactful interview you have done so far ……. Thank you Brother Mahmoud Abdual Rauf for your COURAGE and for standing for TRUTH AND JUSTICE …. Brother Mahmoud your courageous actions have helped to awaken humanity…. Wow and in spite of the injustice that has been done to you .You are still able to smile and care about the well-being of others …... BROTHER MAHAMOUD , GREAT IS THE ONE WHO REMAINS IN THE HEART…

@truthspoken9456 Рік тому

I personally remember him torching the NBA, before Steph... And them blackballing him before Kap.. I had the extraordinary experience of meeting him in Dallas(Big 3) season 1, behind the scenes. Very cool and humble brotha, got pic with him also. Great man!!!!!

@chicagocubs71 Рік тому

First of all, thank U Matt & Stak for getting Mahmoud Abdul-Rauf on ur show. This cat was a bad ass basketball player watching him play when I was living in Chi-town. This cat can shoot the rock anywhere n score like nothing was gonna stop him. I definitely want to watch his documentary. THank U Mahmoud for being U. God Bless!!!

@rod910 Рік тому

I'm glad I lived long enough to see his story get the attention it deserves 👏

@abdulsmith1569 Рік тому

This man gave Jordan the business 👏🏾 people don't know about this brother!!!

@bigsaleem Рік тому

Adam Silver needs to make this right! The NBA owes Mahmoud Abdul-Rauf and Craig Hodges a public apology! I'm glad this hero is shining publicly in 2023! #STAND #Alhamdullilah

@muaaz9_ Рік тому

This was absolutely beautiful and inspiring. Islam❤

@user-gp2en2en9l 2 місяці тому

ALHAMDULLAH

@brendancassidy3312 Рік тому

Dude might be the only NBA player ever who would drop a Chomsky quote. Unreal interview. Mahmoud's still stands for everything he stood for 25 years ago, rare these days

@peterforest3016 Рік тому

His story is POWERFUL

@johnsonyacinthe7950 Рік тому

I'm a big fan salute to this legend!! This guy is a definition of a real life super hero!!!!

@ericgreen6466 Рік тому

I remember him from college as well as his NBA career. He was something special.

@jacquettediggs4633 Рік тому

The documentary was everything. I watched it the other day and was glued to the TV.

@SuperGman2011 Рік тому

This man…………dropped so many gems………on this episode! Wow!! Great………interview! 🙏🏾

@koby1412 Рік тому

Damn! The system robbed this man of his career, but God kept him strong. Respect!

@Quran4ever Рік тому

Was looking out for this one for years! One of the best episodes yet.

@kirbyaugustine761 Рік тому

My favorite player. Mahmoud was unstoppable. Still giving them the bizness in the Big 3.

@theonewhoisbetterthanyou3570 Рік тому

The stories of Craig Hodges should be next. Then Colin Kaepernick These stories should never be forgotten.

@kpii1355 Рік тому

A tear fell because all he wanted was for his father to be in his life

@jasontimas5119 Рік тому

Long overdue. Yall giving the people what they/we want. Appreciate yall for all the great content.

@anthonyshats4427 Рік тому

💯

@omers.1125 Рік тому

all the love and respect from Turkey, legend. it was such a privilege and inspiration to watch you and that unbelievable jumpshot live. wish you all the best, as you deserve...

@macklanet.v.578 Рік тому

Appreciate your message and most, your punctuation PLAYA!

@siyyonjudah Рік тому

I remember him on Kobe Bryant NBA courtside on Nintendo 64! He didn’t miss anything!

@kimohar4544 Рік тому

I am so glad that this man is finally getting his story out I'm from Mississippi grew up loving Chris Jackson he was my favorite player LSU there was a TJ. Pugh Vernell Singleton Chris Jackson Stanley Roberts Shaquille O'Neal love them boys Georgetown was my other college that I love coming up but I've always wanted for him to get his story I'll tell everybody about this dude I'm so glad he's finally getting his story out

@mrseasoner Рік тому

Mannn....you better preach!!! 💪🏾

@jtremaine23 Рік тому

There are 3 players I've seen play that would shoot the basketball like a machine...Mahmound Abdul-Rauf, Drazen Petrovic & Klay Thompson.

@beforetheyear0323 Рік тому

Nothing Lasts Forever. Nothing last forever.. But the true love remains in our memories

@kkv6124 Рік тому

I met him once in 2015, a wonderful spirit and great energy (in person). Thanks for this interview!

@bboysaif8 Рік тому

I met this guy, such a kind soul. And very eager to inspire the kids, someone to look up to fr.

@jaysivv436 Рік тому

This brotha is so beyond his years, it’s incredible. The wisdom, humility. And that freshmen ppg record: 30.2?! Tough.

@mhelmanalo6345 Рік тому

respect to you Mr. Abdul-Rauf, you gave me a lot of life learning.

@banelematsebula4426 Рік тому

Bro, Matt Barnes was a really brilliant interviewer in this. How he framed the question at 1:20:08. I just had to clap

@yektayekta615 Рік тому

I used to collect basketball cards as a kid in the 90s. Before the internet, there was hardly any news here in Germany about the NBA and I remember holding a Denver Nuggets Mahmoud Abdul-Rauf card in my hands. As a child of Turkish immigrants in Germany, I was amazed that there were Black Americans with muslim names like mine in the Be-like-Mike era (aside from Muhammad Ali). That basketball card was the reason why I started looking into the history of Black Americans (Especially their cultural emancipation from "White America") and still do to this day. I am so happy to see that this Man gets his flowers now. Such an inspirational Person!

@aramatoulayedabo3438 Рік тому

Wow that is an incredible story. It's amazing what representation in sports can do for all of us.

@andresortiz4351 Рік тому

I remember this guy so well… we didn’t have NBA games in Puerto Rico 🇵🇷 but every Saturday me and my friends were all waiting for Saturday morning to watch the NBA Hang Time to watch all the highlights of the week…. This guy was SPECIAL to say the least. He has a great story.

@TheRomeerome Рік тому

I met him over two decades ago on Market Street in SF and he was the nicest Brother.

@chadtep7571 Рік тому

This man is a true genius and extremely wise.

@edwinhargrave679 Рік тому

This humbles you and touches your soul thank God for this interview with Abdul Rauf.

@DJRashadHayes Рік тому

So happy that he is finally getting his just due. I was a kid when they suspended Abdul-Rauf and i was completely disgusted at how the players didnt stand & support him. The entire NBA shouldve supported him and that madness couldve been stopped.

@LucidityMediaGroup Рік тому

Matt’s demeanor really speaks to weight of this conversation. This was amazing

@dsanchez9703 Рік тому

This guy was a beast!

@ad_stayfly7 Рік тому

Homie must gotta be living right. Still Has a head full of hair, skin still good, and bro don’t even look his age. Salute to you a man that stood, and still standing on what he believes. 🙏🏾

@Bdphonorat Рік тому

Legendary and he stood for what he believed in

@milosmilosevic9810 Рік тому

He stood for what is right 😏

@thomasrolack8401 Рік тому

Salute to Mahmoud !! Once I seen his name in the title I instantly clicked onto the video !! Several memories of em when I was a teen !!! Calvin Murphy touching the ball before he attempted to shoot the free throw !! To be able to control his disorder while playing !!! Not standing for the national anthem !!!! And changing his name to Mahmoud Abdul rauf !!!

@deedelta9263 Рік тому

This was engaging. I don't really know of Mahmoud. First time I ever heard of him was actually in the Big 3, but I was curious. I thought I was gonna have this on as background noise, but I ended up glued to the screen taking in all the words for every minute. Shoutout to everybody involved with this one!

@b.o.1951 Рік тому

I can’t say enough about Mr Mohmoud Abdul-Rauf. I grew up watching and paying attention to him because of his strength off the court. He’s a hero to many and a leader of men. I’m glad he’s finally getting the proper respect and praise that he deserves.

@christopherburke9369 Рік тому

One of the best interviews ever. This spoke truth and taught yaw Islam at the same time. All the smoke is thus far best podcast . Stephen Jackson and Matt Barnes keep up the good work 👏🏿

@mr.e347 Рік тому

This man got every pg trouble back then. Should have been all star at least 2 seasons

@King_Ro_III Рік тому

It was mind popping what he brought to basketball when he hit college. The double crossover and pull up after passing half court, he did that every game. The Steph before Steph chatter is 100% accurate, difference being Mahmoud pulled up off the dribble more so than coming off screens.. I loved the Stand doc though, because his experience was finally brought to the screen and I had totally forgot how he brought awareness to tourettes. Flowers well overdue. Thanks fellas!

@missayawk Рік тому

I remember watching him at Gulfport HS when I was stationed at Keesler AFB, MS.He even came on base a few times and played at the gym.He must've been 16 or 17 and the talent was outta this world.He also had hops!!

@javianbennett1637 Рік тому

I’ve always been a fan and Im 23, I’ve been waiting for my brother to get his flowers and people recognize who he was and what he represented.

@haroldtrimuel9233 Рік тому

And the 72 year old black man I remembered this brother he is a beautiful man God bless you and may he always be in your corner so glad that I took the time to listen to this I will be following you for the rest of my life

@woopty8878 Рік тому

I think it was 98, he was playin for Turkish team with Conrod Mcrae vs Zalgiris, Lithuanian club... back then it was 2 times, 20minutes.... in first 3 minutes Mahmoud scored 20pts, during those 3minutes coach asked for a time out twice...

@a_leaf 6 місяців тому

Alhamdulilah ❤ for Mahmoud Abdul Rauf. Im from Lebron generation but we will always be proud of the exceptional NBA basketball player Mahmoud he was the only guy that could crossover and shoot on Jordan and score each time. With all his adversities...he truly is a goat.

@harlemworld2083 Рік тому

Damn. Always looked up to this man - but to hear the insights on living with Tourettes and what that did to his practice habits...just...Damn. This man deserves his flowers for everything he has been through, the way he did it, the way he carried himself through it all with dignity, respect, professionalism. A role model if there ever was one. Best interview I've seen on ATS. Gold content.

@blackspider1405 Рік тому

It's so good to see him. Loved him as a player, even more as a person. He was way ahead of the curve.

@yenzooo Рік тому

Man you could tell everything is from the heart with this guy! Absolutely loved this interview, imagine a black man in the 90s doing a silent protest to then be turned into a national villain without being able to put out a statement like people do this day and age. Must have such a sore back for walking around with such heavy balls.