Ben Wallace's Basketball Hall of Fame Enshrinement Speech

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  • čas přidán 10. 09. 2021
  • Ben Wallace delivers his speech upon being enshrined to the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame as part of the class of 2021.
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Komentáře • 978

  • @thenbalovesdp
    @thenbalovesdp Před 2 lety +1764

    First player ever to be inducted into the Hall of Fame as an undrafted player! What a journey for Big Ben!

    • @jonesfamily2895
      @jonesfamily2895 Před 2 lety +7

      💯

    • @bobbymarsh1
      @bobbymarsh1 Před 2 lety +19

      Moses Malone was undrafted

    • @ChrisBasdeo
      @ChrisBasdeo Před 2 lety +51

      @@bobbymarsh1 how so? If you're going with that logic then I guess all the players who merged from the ABA to NBA are undrafted

    • @tonyavant1773
      @tonyavant1773 Před 2 lety +4

      Its connie Hawkins but i understand where you are coming from

    • @johnnyblingg
      @johnnyblingg Před 2 lety +14

      @@bobbymarsh1 Nah he was drafted out of high school

  • @goalieg3391
    @goalieg3391 Před 2 lety +1194

    That whole speech he was trying not to break down. Well deserved Afro.

    • @nadirahlewis3031
      @nadirahlewis3031 Před 2 lety +25

      Yesssss and I hate that society doesn't allow men to be freely human. Everyone has emotions and should be allowed to cry.

    • @nadirahlewis3031
      @nadirahlewis3031 Před 2 lety +1

      @Mr Morris the point is boys and men are not able to express themselves fully.

    • @jianxue821
      @jianxue821 Před 2 lety +7

      you sure? I think he is just nervous.

    • @argeldelacruz9545
      @argeldelacruz9545 Před rokem +1

      Lollll

    • @carlospizano8703
      @carlospizano8703 Před 9 měsíci

      Break down? This is prime example sum1 who ain't break

  • @ChrundleTheGreat1917
    @ChrundleTheGreat1917 Před rokem +214

    This man held prime Shaq to 14 points in a finals game. Absolute legend.

    • @jay2k480
      @jay2k480 Před 9 měsíci +3

      prime shaq was with the lakers not the heat

    • @therealkevru
      @therealkevru Před 9 měsíci +31

      @@jay2k480whatchu talkin about? Ofcourse Lakers vs Pistons was the 03 finals Big Ben vs Shaq. You must be confused he never mentioned Miami 🤷

    • @jay2k480
      @jay2k480 Před 9 měsíci

      @@therealkevru nah you must be confused the lakers didnt even make the finals in 03 or the pistons they played in 04 finals

    • @Bonescratcher
      @Bonescratcher Před 9 měsíci +11

      @@jay2k480Who said anything about the heat foo. The original comment is obviously referring to the 2004 showdown between the lakers and the pistons

    • @jay2k480
      @jay2k480 Před 9 měsíci +1

      @@Bonescratcher i know that but dude said the 03 finals like that isnt the wrong year

  • @kidjiujitsu
    @kidjiujitsu Před 2 lety +298

    He fought through that speech. I’ve never seen him be that emotional.

    • @Steve-cm2ys
      @Steve-cm2ys Před 2 lety

      He was about as emotional when he jammed his hands into the face/neck of Bitchboy Artest.

    • @argeldelacruz9545
      @argeldelacruz9545 Před rokem +5

      It's like the finals again

  • @Chibason
    @Chibason Před 2 lety +470

    This great speech sounded like spoken word poetry at times. You could really feel the emotion. Congrats Ben Wallace

    • @YK-fj5bj
      @YK-fj5bj Před 2 lety +10

      That was an unusual but well thought out speech. Congratulations Ben Wallace. Well deserved.

    • @paulz4667
      @paulz4667 Před 2 lety

      @@YK-fj5bj of course it was well thought out

  • @CosDaKidWonder
    @CosDaKidWonder Před 2 lety +879

    Put this man in the next Black Panther Movie. This man is a warrior. A king. A beast. An inspiration. Loved watching him compete.

  • @takethatwithya
    @takethatwithya Před 2 lety +264

    This is not just a speech, this is poetry. Everything fits, the words, the body language. For me the best HOF speech so far that i've seen.

  • @henryjayatienza9250
    @henryjayatienza9250 Před 2 lety +235

    From being an undrafted player, to becoming a Champion, becoming an All Star, a multiple time DPOY winner and now a Hall of Famer. What a journey for Big Ben Wallace.

  • @JohnDoe-kx1yt
    @JohnDoe-kx1yt Před rokem +60

    This man was one of the most savage players. This guy was not scared of anyone. He deserves this honour.

  • @Harveygregorxotwod
    @Harveygregorxotwod Před 2 lety +280

    First undrafted player to make several allstar and all nba teams and the hall of fame. Dude was different and is one of the best defenders oat

    • @pericacondicbijader8175
      @pericacondicbijader8175 Před 2 lety +3

      For me best defender in nba

    • @mattcoffee1269
      @mattcoffee1269 Před 2 lety +2

      dr J left umass early in 1971 to sign as an undergraduate free agent with the ABA Squires. Does that count? He was drafted in 72 , after he started his pro career in the ABA . He scored 27.3 ppg as a rookie, was selected to the All-ABA Second Team, made the ABA All-Rookie Team and finished second to Gilmore for the ABA Rookie of the Year Award...interesting story also !

    • @dominicjosetayo2382
      @dominicjosetayo2382 Před 2 lety +1

      You left out CHAMP

    • @Harveygregorxotwod
      @Harveygregorxotwod Před 2 lety

      @@dominicjosetayo2382 you’re god damn right. I just felt that plenty of undrafted players have been champs so yeah

    • @docdee770
      @docdee770 Před 2 lety +3

      Ben's career said to me, never under rate yourself, no matter what others may think.

  • @davidcasella2934
    @davidcasella2934 Před 2 lety +98

    That 2004 Detroit Pistons team was one of the Best Defensive teams in history! They dismantled my Lakers for the 2004 NBA Championship! Well deserved, Ben Wallace was the Anchor on Defense. Great Rebounder and Shot Blocker. Glad to see he was inducted into the Hall of Fame!

    • @nonamer0o016
      @nonamer0o016 Před 2 lety +3

      Detroit 1989 and 2004 are the best defensive team ever

    • @gordonchristophertubo3164
      @gordonchristophertubo3164 Před rokem +2

      That team was my all time favorite team.

    • @keithpellegrini9197
      @keithpellegrini9197 Před rokem +2

      But let's not forget
      He had to go through shaq and Kobe
      When you got those two on your team you gotta be the best. RIP KOBE
      THIS PISTON FAN MISSES YOU.

    • @miket8081
      @miket8081 Před rokem +1

      I moved to US in 2004 and pistons were dominating at the time. The whole squad was quality but big ben was my fav cos of his tenacity. I came from London too so it made sense to be big Ben

  • @tonysnell9565
    @tonysnell9565 Před 2 lety +321

    legend but a even better human being. Well deserved Unc!

  • @cyberbron2077
    @cyberbron2077 Před 2 lety +308

    Damn somebody gotta tell Ben it's okay to cry lmao. He was trying his hardest not to break down. Good for him though, well deserved.

    • @daevonthesavage7483
      @daevonthesavage7483 Před 2 lety +18

      I’d rather see him cry than pissed off honestly 🤷🏾‍♂️🤣

    • @remidibeatz8780
      @remidibeatz8780 Před 2 lety +13

      He Had That "I Just Got a Whoopin" Vibe Goin On 🤣

    • @blackviking2079
      @blackviking2079 Před 2 lety +10

      he's not a beta male

    • @remidibeatz8780
      @remidibeatz8780 Před 2 lety +27

      @@blackviking2079 Most Ignorant Comment in Here

    • @antepikunic5487
      @antepikunic5487 Před 2 lety

      Its not ok to cry for a grown man. It is, if you are e BETHA male.

  • @alfekim11
    @alfekim11 Před 2 lety +170

    this is just insane level of poetry. true heart of man. his black panther man. freaking hell.

    • @dhruvsubramanain2117
      @dhruvsubramanain2117 Před rokem +4

      right? i did not know he was like that. he is not a very public dude, is very quiet. If you look for interviews, he did one with a very small creator and another with the Ringer, and thats about it. it seems like he invests most of his time now trying to help minority communities which is what I would do if I had all that money. he could teach a college-level English course easily just by seeing his capability on this stage. what a guy.

  • @iamking29johnson7
    @iamking29johnson7 Před 2 lety +84

    Swear I almost shed a tear listening to his speech! Detroit Basketball! I’m from Detroit we grind different! God bless everyone here

    • @serg7323
      @serg7323 Před 2 lety +4

      Same Here , I’m from SW Detroit , but moved to Tx in 2011 , just seeing him again on tv gave me nostalgia of them hard times we lived there but those were the best time , Detroit Will always be my home .

    • @morpheus232001
      @morpheus232001 Před 2 lety +1

      Yeah that dust!

    • @lucasdeangelo5462
      @lucasdeangelo5462 Před 2 lety +2

      Facts

    • @brandenvibez6051
      @brandenvibez6051 Před 2 lety +4

      Waddup doe! Deeeetttrrroooiiiittt

    • @VibemachineLtd
      @VibemachineLtd Před 2 lety +4

      Word....DEEEEEETROIT BASKETBALL!

  • @miggybyte
    @miggybyte Před 2 lety +130

    He's more than a basketball player. A tough journey in life made him who he is today.

  • @ernstthalmann4306
    @ernstthalmann4306 Před 2 lety +454

    Him and Dennis Rodman are the best rebounders in the modern era.

    • @Masivemaster
      @Masivemaster Před 2 lety +23

      Bad boys and new bad boys rebounders 👌

    • @ShawnThomas78
      @ShawnThomas78 Před 2 lety +9

      Michael Cage as well

    • @ernstthalmann4306
      @ernstthalmann4306 Před 2 lety +3

      @@ShawnThomas78 who's that

    • @ShawnThomas78
      @ShawnThomas78 Před 2 lety +8

      @@ernstthalmann4306 played in throughout the 80s and early 90s … look him up. Played for Seattle and the Clippers and Cavs

    • @ernstthalmann4306
      @ernstthalmann4306 Před 2 lety +7

      @@ShawnThomas78 ok, he won the rebound title in 1988, legit
      At first I thought you meant Michael Cain the actor from Batman 😆

  • @PSRemember
    @PSRemember Před 2 lety +72

    I watched this over and over he is a poet, a man of honour

  • @josephb7
    @josephb7 Před 2 lety +46

    I love this guy. He comes across as 100% sincere and real!!!

  • @johnnyblingg
    @johnnyblingg Před 2 lety +54

    2nd best Afro all time….behind Dr. J of course, and was the cover athlete of the first 2K I ever got, 2K5. Since that 2k5 cover, I’ve been a fan ever since and was one of my favorite centers of the 2000s.
    So happy he’s getting the all time respect he deserves. Congratulations, Big Ben, it was a pleasure watching.

  • @TrahNO2
    @TrahNO2 Před 2 lety +133

    Someone who looked and appeared as the image of hip hop culture in his time, giving this speech with the most professionalism and humility. He was just all about the work. Reason I started rocking the headband as a kid

  • @Uchawibeatz
    @Uchawibeatz Před 2 lety +15

    I'm not getting old, we all are. 😭 Big Ben, Kobe (RIP), TD, KG, The Truth, Ray Allen, Bosh, Ginobilli, Parker,.... so many great players from the 2000's

  • @ayenbeedoll7375
    @ayenbeedoll7375 Před 2 lety +130

    0:49-0:51 love how people first thank and recognized our God and Savior. So humble Ben. Congrats

    • @tomswill9189
      @tomswill9189 Před 2 lety

      Amen Amen

    • @Alan_Masters21
      @Alan_Masters21 Před 2 lety +2

      @@AcousticOlli ah yes, another atheist salty that another person is humble enough to thank a higher power

  • @jarrellsmall211
    @jarrellsmall211 Před 2 lety +162

    Always been so selfless, even selfless enough during his hall of fame speech to use the metaphor of him always being small, counted out, having to fight, and imagining the success on a leveled playing field and taking that and relating that to his peoples' struggle by saying that and walking off with the Panthers' fist. Just a great human being overall, my childhood hero, and he's always been as solid as we thought, and never let us here in Detroit down. Thank you!

    • @nicksaban88
      @nicksaban88 Před 2 lety +5

      Been a lays been about buisness dog eat dog mentality chicago love that shit Detroit vs Everybody salute respect love the city love people

    • @MoralesCorner
      @MoralesCorner Před 2 lety +4

      That was cold as hell. Big Ben Wallace is a legend inside and outside the basketball court

  • @lordofthenoobies2445
    @lordofthenoobies2445 Před 2 lety +26

    Now THAT wasn't a speech, THAT was a poem, a piece of ART.

  • @claydun1670
    @claydun1670 Před 2 lety +19

    This speech should inspire us all. Respect Ben Wallace 💯

  • @jasonclementcentro1870
    @jasonclementcentro1870 Před 2 lety +143

    I barely understood everything he said but i FELT everything of what he said.
    Thats some powerful shit. Ben Wallace HOF well deserved.

  • @undergroundrapfan9018
    @undergroundrapfan9018 Před 2 lety +97

    Well Deserved. Great player on the court and just a genuinely cool guy off the court too. To anyone who says that scoring is more impactful than great defense, watch Big Bens highlights.

    • @Catmaster3001
      @Catmaster3001 Před 2 lety +5

      Better yet, watch some full games! That triple double double game with 10 blocks would be a good one!

    • @hopalongjohnny9797
      @hopalongjohnny9797 Před 2 lety

      People have forgotten the name Dennis Rodman, scoring is not everything!

  • @citizen1130
    @citizen1130 Před 2 lety +28

    This is the type of speech you feel, not hear. Congrats bBig Ben

  • @normaquintanilla6376
    @normaquintanilla6376 Před 2 lety +16

    Every block, every rebound I would scream I LOVE YOU BEN WALLACE!! Soooo happy for him♥️

  • @juanv.1738
    @juanv.1738 Před 2 lety +196

    Dude was an absolute beast. He deserves more than 6 minutes - unless he decided himself to do a short speech.

    • @platano3000x
      @platano3000x Před 2 lety +16

      Umm juan they dont get a time frame like that specially under 10 mins....umm didn't u see him speaking..guy was like breaking down ..DO U REALLY THINK HE WANT TO BE THERE FOR OVER 10 MINS????geeezzzzz use ur brain it was his choice man

    • @juanv.1738
      @juanv.1738 Před 2 lety +12

      @@platano3000x nah they for sure get a time frame. Do you think everyone inducted in the beginning decided to all do 10 minute or less speeches? Hell of a coincidence.
      And hush it up with that teenage girl spelling. Like anyone’s gonna take that seriously.

    • @KniGht1st1
      @KniGht1st1 Před 2 lety +4

      Usually they get a 10 minutes countdown, and they don't have a rule to restrict inductees to stay under 10. (Both Bosh and Pierce went over 10)

    • @KniGht1st1
      @KniGht1st1 Před 2 lety

      @@platano3000x u replied to the wrong person bud

    • @platano3000x
      @platano3000x Před 2 lety +2

      @@KniGht1st1 my bad bro lol...juan seems to be little slow man...he keep thinking they gave him just 6 minutes...lol

  • @B1itz_90
    @B1itz_90 Před 2 lety +35

    THAT'S MY DEFENSIVE CAPTAIN! Well deserved Ben, Detroit will always love you! 💙

  • @lukata77
    @lukata77 Před 2 lety +34

    As a DEEETROIT BASKETBALL fan this brought tears to me.

    • @micahbarber
      @micahbarber Před 2 lety +2

      I got unexpected chills when they cut away to Chauncey, Rip, Tayshaun & Sheed all together...

    • @ryanpendleton7410
      @ryanpendleton7410 Před 2 lety

      I'm not crying bro you crying! Shit gave me chills

  • @alfekim11
    @alfekim11 Před 2 lety +70

    real life rocky balboa. undrafted HOF-er. well deserved!!! sets the example for future players counted out

    • @thebigchap101
      @thebigchap101 Před 2 lety +7

      Great comparison. Thumbs up

    • @lousanto1054
      @lousanto1054 Před 2 lety +4

      Agreed. He stood in the ring and went toe to toe with Shaq just like Balboa did with Apollo. Established champ vs tge challenger, who would taste a championship.

    • @dusk6159
      @dusk6159 Před rokem

      Definitely the heart of Rocky

  • @bprice2784
    @bprice2784 Před rokem +16

    You can tell this man's work ethic. It's radiant through his entire being. Congrats Ben.

  • @ESS710
    @ESS710 Před 2 lety +20

    I'm so happy for Ben Wallace I enjoyed watching him during his time with Detroit in the 2000s when I was in my teens glad he isn't forgotten. His build and style of play was similar to Rodman.

  • @isaacmanzanares5742
    @isaacmanzanares5742 Před 2 lety +13

    I’ve watched this like 3 times a day the past 3 days...inspirational indeed

  • @ebronjeremiah880
    @ebronjeremiah880 Před 2 lety +10

    Great emotional speech by Big Ben...

  • @Butta838
    @Butta838 Před 2 lety +44

    Being told by the world as a black man that you don't fit, then attempting to do something that you love with your peers and still hearing you don't fit is discouraging...acknowledging that having a hard time expressing yourself on top of all this in one of the biggest momemts of your life and still finishing is BigTime!

  • @mglenwright09
    @mglenwright09 Před rokem +6

    always looked up to ben as a player. i was always the short kid, and watching ben play like he did always gave me a bit of inspiration in life. big ups ben, thank you.

    • @dakotasnow1070
      @dakotasnow1070 Před rokem

      He started the malice at the palace not the best person to look up to

  • @ViNNYDICEnice
    @ViNNYDICEnice Před 2 lety +9

    This dude is well deserving of the HOF. What a strong and powerful leader, on and off the court!

  • @Golden-ui5um
    @Golden-ui5um Před 2 lety +6

    That right there is one great man!
    I watched him play basketball, loved every second of it.
    But to witness him as a man, that's something to behold.
    I never knew you'd inspire me all these years later Mr Wallace, but in fact you have!

  • @jeepgrand1994
    @jeepgrand1994 Před 2 lety +6

    Ben is as REAL as they come!!!! GOD BLESS him and congratulations!!!

  • @Panafrocanam2
    @Panafrocanam2 Před 2 lety +9

    One of my fav players all time. Never gave up and overcame odds along with people telling him he couldn't do it

  • @eleazarchangat7043
    @eleazarchangat7043 Před 2 lety +8

    Even the toughest man was emotional...congrtas big ben

  • @cpressley57
    @cpressley57 Před 2 lety +8

    Couldn't be happier for B Wallace. So deserving

  • @tomswill9189
    @tomswill9189 Před 2 lety +12

    He speaks. And talks. Like a true Warrior.That he is. And was.

  • @rnonangue8221
    @rnonangue8221 Před 2 lety +10

    The love ❤️ from his family is unconditional
    I feel it so strongly ❤️❤️🙏🏾🙏🏾

  • @africaRBG
    @africaRBG Před 2 lety +10

    So happy to see this. Well deserved. He was one of the big names in the 2000s.

  • @iMixMaSteR1
    @iMixMaSteR1 Před 2 lety +15

    Damn, he would be one hell of a motivational speaker. Congrats Big Ben

  • @mariolucic27
    @mariolucic27 Před 2 lety +23

    Def Poetry Jam.. We love you Ben, thank you for everything!

  • @MoralesCorner
    @MoralesCorner Před 2 lety +9

    They should have let the video run a little bit longer just so we can seize the crowd reaction to this magnificent speech. You can see they were shocked and cold after such finish. Big man related his struggles to the struggles of his people and dedicated his moment to his own history, he linked his legacy to his own heritage. Big Ben Wallace, I knew he was the type of player you would take for your team any day of the week against any opponent. Wasn't aware that he was such a man. One of the realest and most inspiring speeches ever given inside a basketball event. We march. Salute to the legend Big Ben Wallace

  • @maurodecapitani4523
    @maurodecapitani4523 Před 2 lety +8

    A real Warrior,welcome to the Hall mr.Ben Wallace.

  • @czedalesmallwood3304
    @czedalesmallwood3304 Před 2 lety +18

    So philosophical, inspirational, true... I had to comment twice...

  • @rosumin38
    @rosumin38 Před 2 lety +14

    Congrats Big Ben on getting to the hall!
    You made defense just as entertaining as offense and inspired many including myself to focus on and take pride in that side of the game.
    A true defensive superstar!

  • @stackzdollarz1914
    @stackzdollarz1914 Před 2 lety +26

    04 Pistons was the greatest team assembled they would put fear in anybody’s heart when they step on the floor

    • @dwaynewade1805
      @dwaynewade1805 Před 2 lety +1

      Said nobody

    • @spreadlovenotlies77
      @spreadlovenotlies77 Před 2 lety +2

      Iont know about that but ill put them in the top 5 of all time for sure, They murdered them Lakers that was epic

    • @stackzdollarz1914
      @stackzdollarz1914 Před 2 lety

      @@dwaynewade1805 says a hater with a daughter son 😂😂✋🏾

    • @JohnDoe-kx1yt
      @JohnDoe-kx1yt Před rokem +1

      That team was ultra savage, I will never forget that team.

  • @kingeliii9011
    @kingeliii9011 Před rokem +5

    Respect and congratulations Big Ben, well deserved you gave us 100% at all times.

  • @creydadj
    @creydadj Před 2 lety +72

    Damn one of a kind speech….. or should I say poem

    • @fwal37
      @fwal37 Před 2 lety +9

      Exactly! No funny lockerroom stories, but more spoken word. And the fact that he delivered it so not-smooth, so raw, (so Ben Wallace,) was adding to its brilliance! Loved it!

    • @0401412740
      @0401412740 Před 2 lety +3

      He's a simple man. Not the most eloquent speaker but meaning got through

  • @kabolade5657
    @kabolade5657 Před 2 lety +2

    Ben, May you live long. I feel your emotional. It raw and powerful. More power to you my brother. Congratulations.

  • @boogiemantv5320
    @boogiemantv5320 Před 2 lety +4

    Im so happy for my guy!!! I literally see him every other week. Spoke to him numerous times, laughed with him as well. He is a great human being and he gives back. I play at the gym be owns in Richmond VA. He's so low key but his presence is always felt whether he speaks or not. I'm so happy for my guy man! Big Ben you deserve this and more

  • @rasheedthepoet_4622
    @rasheedthepoet_4622 Před 2 lety +4

    Blessed to say I grew up watchin this guy play/playing as him in video games. One of my favorite big guys in the league to watch as a kid.

  • @erebor4nierdzewny970
    @erebor4nierdzewny970 Před rokem +5

    It is crazy that his statement is as long as the measure of his height?? You can see that it is difficult for him to contain his emotions because he never believed that he would achieve such suckes. A hard-working man from a large family, in addition very modest and shy... It's hard for him to keep himself in check without bursting into tears... Terribly strong character... To contain so many emotions... I've always been a fan of his... Thank you for your memories Ben!!! Are you an incredible inspiration!!! The best defender in NBA history!!!

  • @RobertGlasper-mh8qr
    @RobertGlasper-mh8qr Před měsícem +2

    This Man is All❤ He is a inspiration to every individual who has been told you cannot. Right on Big Ben, Right right on My Brother.😎

  • @cbrown940
    @cbrown940 Před 2 lety +27

    Every word came straight from his heart with power. Riveting. Well deserved, good sir. Congrats!

  • @daR2daO2daZ
    @daR2daO2daZ Před 2 lety +4

    Big Ben, no words, just Gratitude and RESPECT!

  • @cliftonsmith5451
    @cliftonsmith5451 Před 2 lety +9

    Much love brother had me in tears 💪🏾

  • @shannonk.6528
    @shannonk.6528 Před 2 lety +2

    I remember watching you as a kid Big Ben. My family loves you so much. You have brought so much joy to Detroit Basketball. God Bless!!!

  • @Catmaster3001
    @Catmaster3001 Před 2 lety +4

    Thank you for all you’ve done in basketball and for the community. Congrats Ben Wallace, there will never be another like you.

  • @MarquisdeSuave
    @MarquisdeSuave Před 2 lety +41

    Favorite Ben Wallace memory. NBA finals Game 5 and all the announcers were saying how Shaq was due for a huge game and about 3 or 4 minutes in Shaq went up for an easy defensive rebound but Wallace just jumped over his grasp to tomahawk the putback in.
    At that moment I knew the Lakers didnt have a chance.

    • @porkchop10
      @porkchop10 Před 2 lety +3

      The 5 game sweep!

    • @erichvonmanstein6876
      @erichvonmanstein6876 Před 2 lety +3

      At that point? They won in 5 dummy

    • @mrfatuchi
      @mrfatuchi Před 2 lety +2

      @@erichvonmanstein6876 Whats wrong with you people insulting other online like that... Yes at that point he realized Shaq wont have a big game and Lakers wont be able to win that game to keep them in the series.

    • @erichvonmanstein6876
      @erichvonmanstein6876 Před 2 lety

      @@mrfatuchi the series was over THAT game. So yeah" at that point"? EVERYBODY "KNEW" at that point the series is OVER! Jesus phukin.......what is wrong with you?

    • @mrfatuchi
      @mrfatuchi Před 2 lety +2

      @@erichvonmanstein6876 There is nothing wrong with me but I think there is something wrong with you. You cant read and comprehend. Just reading is not wnough you have to comprehend what you have read. OP clearly stated that the commentators were saying Shaq needs a big game for the Lakers to have a chance. And 3 or 4 mins in he said it was clear for him that there was no chance at all. Being up 3-1 is not over Cavs proved that. There is always a chance until its 4 wins. So go again read what was said and comprehend the point that was made.

  • @nbf1oh
    @nbf1oh Před 2 lety +12

    Well deserved...Thank you Big Ben for the memories

  • @bradgarlinghomes2596
    @bradgarlinghomes2596 Před 2 lety +1

    Finally my man, Big Ben...i was waiting for this moment. You really deserve this. Top 2 defensive player next to Rodman.

  • @henryhawkins1194
    @henryhawkins1194 Před 2 lety +2

    Congrats big Ben 👏 I truly enjoyed his journey and how he played the game. Ben Wallace is one of the most underrated players ever. Salute Big Ben 👏

  • @beatsinmycrates
    @beatsinmycrates Před 2 lety +5

    This is so cool. I didnt know he got in. One of my favorite players ever. He worked so hard and balled his ass off.

  • @seanrc8642
    @seanrc8642 Před 2 lety +7

    Great, great defender. Strength and resolve. He made me a fan throughout his career. Best big man defender since Hakeem.

  • @aprilhawk9859
    @aprilhawk9859 Před 2 lety

    What a path lived Ben Wallace!! Your vulnerability was on display and sooo needed brotha. 🌹Congratulations and would Love to see you more on more platforms!!

  • @jeffersonparot7411
    @jeffersonparot7411 Před 2 lety +2

    I'm so proud of you Ben, you show us to be brave,strong and have a courage to continue to make a great life everyday.

  • @josephtaylor2462
    @josephtaylor2462 Před 2 lety +5

    He deserves to be in the Hall Of Fame! I'm so proud of you Big Ben! Because, he shows what ya can do wit' height and limited ability! Him and Dennis Rodman deserve their place in the Hall Of Fame and should inspire others in saying if he can do it, I can do it! Thank God fa' y'all, you deserve it and earned it! They are the ultimate underdogs! Nuff Said!

  • @phil5301
    @phil5301 Před 2 lety +2

    I always admired this man. He was a beast! Big Ben!!! Much respect! Congratulations!!!

  • @lettermaniac1
    @lettermaniac1 Před 2 lety +2

    Ben, your one of the greatest NBA Power forward who ever played the game. We, as your dear fans are very much happy to see you accepting that greatest honor and recipient of HOF award. We love you and God bless. It's "Ben" a heck of a journey to get there.

  • @cullensmolcha7301
    @cullensmolcha7301 Před 2 lety +5

    1) He still looks scary as hell
    2) He look fresh as hell

  • @browncoffee7559
    @browncoffee7559 Před 2 lety +3

    Ben Wallace the Kryptonite of Shaq in 2004 NBA Finals.

  • @andylae2055
    @andylae2055 Před 2 lety +1

    Great speech. One with a potent message. Rise and stand, irregardless of what it is. You got life, you take from life and make living better for you, those that helped you and leave something better for the ones to come after.

  • @michaeldlindeman9600
    @michaeldlindeman9600 Před 2 lety +1

    My childhood hero. Gave me the lessons of never back down and always work hard those are the key ingredients for success

  • @tjohnsonz
    @tjohnsonz Před 2 lety +5

    His speech was very similar to his game unpolished, broken........but brilliant. Ben, you did that thing. Proud of you Bruh..

  • @leos4198
    @leos4198 Před 2 lety +4

    This man is a legend I’m a laker fan for life and when he played against lakers omg I was scared AF he strong very scary I knew we were in trouble playing him I respect his game very cool moment

  • @funbomb1102
    @funbomb1102 Před 2 lety

    Much respect. You are a good man, you were a great player. Exciting. Ty for your message me Wallace

  • @lighthousephotography3287

    Hell Yeah! Congratulations Big Ben 👏 Much respect 🙏🏽 Well deserved 👍🏾

  • @fusionn4316
    @fusionn4316 Před 2 lety +11

    Congratulations to Ben Wallace on getting inducted into the Basketball Hall of Fame. 🙂👍

  • @orion3190
    @orion3190 Před 2 lety +8

    Gave me goosebumps.. He was serious.

  • @Fairride
    @Fairride Před 2 lety +130

    He was so emotional. He started to sound like he grew up in Africa

  • @denesealayon8182
    @denesealayon8182 Před 2 lety +3

    Congrats Big Ben! I wish you all the best man. Well deserved

  • @CCCondeFly
    @CCCondeFly Před 2 lety +5

    Very, very inspirational. Well deserved Ben Wallace.

  • @toddsands6000
    @toddsands6000 Před 2 lety +3

    The Hall of Fame did right by inducting Ben Wallace. He definitely impacted the game. I first watched Ben Wallace when he played for the Orlando Magic. HIs intensity on the court was off the charts. I knew Ben was going to be an impactful player in the NBA. But I had no idea how high he would take his game up until he helped Detroit win a championship in 2004. Great job Ben!

  • @malikhayes2028
    @malikhayes2028 Před 2 lety +2

    Sending BIG BEN LOVE FROM THE EASTSIDE OF DETROIT. LOVE U BIG FELLA

  • @ronaldcoates7228
    @ronaldcoates7228 Před 3 měsíci +1

    Everybody that played for Washington Bullets/Wizards most went other places and excelled in their career and a few became champions and Hall of Famers , great job Big Ben you deserve it truly you do ! 💯

  • @sahm5071
    @sahm5071 Před 2 lety +4

    John mason should’ve been there live to do his introduction.

  • @saturdaynightjordan
    @saturdaynightjordan Před 2 lety +7

    Man.
    So happy to see The Fro get to the hall.

  • @craigwalker7693
    @craigwalker7693 Před 3 měsíci +1

    Fearless. Dominate. Competitor. 3 words who are the core of this man.
    Well deserved Ben 👏🏻

  • @ejeter4710
    @ejeter4710 Před 2 lety +1

    I was there last night for the speech Congrats to big Ben what a force he was, and his Rebounding skills, the Only problem I had with him, he didn't look up while he signed my stuff, am a huge fan but he still one of my favorite forwards

  • @nickdebella5071
    @nickdebella5071 Před 2 lety +3

    Damn what a speech!!! Congratulations well deserved hall of fame induction!!