Kawhi Leonard Reacts to Coach Pop Telling Fans Not to Boo Him
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- čas přidán 21. 11. 2023
- Kawhi Leonard embraces his former coach Gregg Popovich then speaks postgame after the Clippers win over the Spurs and reveals his reaction to Pop getting on the mic to tell fans to stop booing him.
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Casual fans don't appreciate that Pop genuinely loves his players, even if things don't work out on his team. Telling an entire arena to stop booing his friend is an expression of that love.
Lol...Fans pay money to go games. Fans can boo whoever they want. Pop needs to worry about his team getting wins. Instead, of fans booing
@@user-zs4ym8vx7n ok user-zs4ym8vx7n, not a bot at all. In case you're not - Pop commented after the game that you do not poke the bear as he was trying to not ignite Kawhi in late 4th and also it is just not classy to be booing a former Finals MVP of your team however the relationship ended.
@@user-zs4ym8vx7n Karen take. If you pay money - you are allowed to watch players play but not act like an idiot. Noone can throw you out for booing, but you will get treated accordingly.
@@mtchl8 Yes you will be treated accordingly, which in this situation, you would be welcomed with open arms. Supporting someone telling fans to not boo is the Karen behavior ironically too lol
fcuk Popovich bruh
TD, Robinson, Parker, Manu saved his a s s
what this is is a guy in Pop who’s aging, his wife passed away, he’s realizing what’s important, and Kawhi means something to him so he wants to respect him. a lot of older ppl go through this
He’s a typical white liberal that thinks he’s making up for stuff he did in the past
Truth is once Duncan retired he treated Kawahi like crap and Kawahi bounced and since then popovich has been exposed
Now popovich is playing all nice.. trying to make amends
Pop will be gone soon.. the organization isn’t going to tolerate losing much longer
If only we could all realize this.
Lol ok psychologist
Pop will then treat the media like garbage.
@@BG-qo8me i mean you thought you did something but you didn’t. it’s pretty obvious Spurs fans have booed a free throw shooter since Pop has been coaching there. he’s never told them to stop for anybody else. it’s really not hard to see
As a Spurs fan it hurts me to see him in a Clippers Jersey. He brought us a ton of joy for many years since we acquired him from the Indiana Pacers. It pissed me off to see our own “fans” boo him after all that he did for our organization, our city and our community. I hope he has a great and prosperous life not only through his career but even after his playing days are over. Thank you Kawhi!
You sound so corny. You forget how he handled his departure? Saying he’s hurt, but practicing ball in NY. Avoid long talks with spurs legends like Dave and Tim and directed the organization to speak to his brother…you a spurs fan but you ain’t from SA.
@@MaloGrimcringe
@@MaloGrimill bust ur ass boy go and serve your masters
So Kawhi wasn't an opposing player who was shooting free throws? Why would the home fans not boo?
@@MaloGrim Kawhi me a river 😭
I think it hurt pop that Kawhi got traded
It hurt all of San Antonio. We believed he was better than Lebron
Pop traded him
@@christianisaac9327 at that time he was he was just destroying the whole league and made it look easy San Antonio Kawhi was different man .. I think if he could of stayed healthy they would of won atleast 4 rings and Kawhi would of been in that conversation
@@tesytes318 Kawhi asked to be traded because of Tony Parker, get your facts right
they traded Tony Parker@@JaeYeu
One of the greatest coaches in NBA history
hmmm...
Top 3
Total idiot off the court.
Should be on the hot seat right now…
The greatest coach what's debate
That statement "winning doesn't always show that you're getting better" is pretty telling.
WTF are you talking about???
@@darrengordon-hilllol
A good result doesn't confirm a bad process. That's what it means.
@@darrengordon-hill Dat pea-sized brain can't comprehend lol.
@@darrengordon-hill kawhi is saying they arent getting better
Kawhis face when asked about it was priceless
no shii , man really said 😐
kawhi when you give him his favorite gift: "i love it, always wanted one" :|
He sounded emotional.
@user-tn8uu2cu8g Jesus is the way, the truth and the life. He is God
@@dazwhityes his voice was cracking😢
Zaza Pachulia destroyed a legacy in San Antonio, shame
Think the Spurs swept GS during the season n had no answer for him in that game till he got hurt. Kawhi was hitting his prime n bout to takeover the league....
truttth.f that bum zaza. he destroyed what could be a dynasty for the spurs with kawhi at the helm. now kahwi gave toronto a chip
Its Zaza Should be Boo not Kawhi
Yupp that makes the GSW Free Ring when the Pachulia Injured him
What skip call zaza pa cheap shot 😂
This man was on the verge of tears thats alotta love and pain left in san antonio
His voice was cracking... glad someone noticed that.
pop a real one
Yea a " real idiot😅 who n the hell does that kinda shytt this a sporting event he lucky he wasn't at a dam hockey announcing that crap😊
Et al cringe
Pop a cornball giving off high school basketball coach vibes.
@@TCHC85who tf are you?
This video gonna go viral if Kawhi actually ends up returning to the Spurs one day in the future!!
Klaw x Wemby 👀
Free Agent next season.
hes not ur delusional lmfao
@@markneil6892and we have a lot of cap space, kawhi probably said he’d if the clippers don’t win this year
He needs to because the clippers are trash.
Nice to have an NBA story put a goofy smile on your face.
Couldn’t have said it better 😂
this is my favorite comment
You can tell that he was emotionally bothered by the fans booing or touched by coach standing up for him.
It’s literally part of the fun of competing in sports. Who wouldn’t like sticking it to an opposing fanbase. It’s also the literal job of the fans to do those otherwise what the hell is home field advantage: this is like asking patriots fans to do nothing if Tom Brady was trying to score against them as a buc. Such a weird event.
bro hes played in SA like a dozen times as a raptor/clipper and has been booed as a college/pro athelete his whole life . thats 15 years of hearing it and used to it. hes literally prob just tired
I would bet any money that a superstar like Kawhi does not give a SHIT about being booed during a basketball game. He isn't a baby and he doesn't need an out of touch old man admonishing fans at a live sporting event on his behalf. What Popp did was bizarre.
@@TCHC85thank you, I lost respect for spurs coach, and I’m a spurs fan, likely won’t ever go to games anymore till he’s gone
@@TCHC85 I actually hate to even say it but you're speaking TRUTH! Pop has lost his edge and it's time for him to hang it up...SMH
Kawhi's reaction after walking away from Pop tryna get back to the locker room smooth but then noticing media was still hanging around waiting on him, was hilarious
“DAMN!!”
@@user-tn8uu2cu8g Shut up already Mahud
@@user-tn8uu2cu8g Well at least it's different religious spam
Robot looks like being emotion, you can tell by his voice
Fr it low key sounded like he wanted to tear up. Pop standing up for him prolly meant a lot to him
Robot???? You're unhinged
He just got fresh batteries. He's working at his fullest right now.
He hates doing interviews and is still not comfortable doing them. That‘s why his voice sounds like that
Why can’t this guy just retire and go away he’s too old and out of touch with reality with politics and virtue signaling, ever since, Duncan Ginobili and Parker retired, he’s irrelevant.
It would be cool to see Kawhi back on the spurs
Kawhi has put it behind him and we can never go back. Kawhi playing with so much pain that I'm surprised he is out there - but more power to him as a future hall of famer.
@@conradkwe?! 😂😂😂😂😂 y’all fans are delusional af
@@conradkyou must talk regularly
@@OsceolaNola7for real dude, they form these weird relationships like they actual know the players.
You never know, but I would never go back to a fan base that disrespectful after all these years.
Damn! He didn’t wanna do that postgame interview 😂
He ran to the mic tho
He was emotional. Pop touched him in the feels.
Great job to the interviewer. Could have easily tried to push for more but kept it classy and professional. Much better than pop’s postgame lol
Love Pop and Kawhi..oh my spurs heart.
More than just sports. Good to see kindnesses and respect hasn’t vanished completely
Kawhi has really learned well to give good interviews now.
Seriously,im glad their relationship got better
Yes! He worked on that laugh too 🤣
Got to give it to him / he's still a outstanding player . . Much Respect & Most importantly he keeps it Real 🏆
How can you not appreciate it these two men!!
Watching the post game interview and the spot where they were doing it, it's crazy to think that Kawhi really hung one of those championship banners up there. Wow, something that'll just never go away
I'm a die hard Spurs fan . I never stopped rooting for him. I was bummed about him leaving. 💔 But its just a game and if Kawhi feels that L .A. Is best for him and his Family ,I respect that.
Need to bring him back
I love how humble Kawhi leonard is, so down to earth , is a real model
Hes not a model he's just quiet you don't know this man he's never truly done anything great just play a kid game
yeah exactly a professional role model. Shut you mouth and do you job@@bythebook144
He's a sleazy slimeball it must run in the family because his dad was shot and killed and people don't usually kill people they don't know and for no reason unless it's a mass murder. Also, his sister killed an old lady in a casino bathroom while trying to rob her. If he wasn't good at basketball he would be in prison right now.
@@bythebook144 it not izzy to make a name in the NBA so for me is great
Feels good to see those 2 talking. Pop understands him
Please ask kawhi to do his iconic laughing during interview... 🎉
A true class act doesn't fake injuries or not allow the team to see him. He was in an apartment in New York City and the Spurs medical team and staff including the owner and Popovich tried to go see him and were turned away by his security and uncle. Also, he quit on Tony and Manus last years and their last chance at a ring even though they helped him get a ring and laid it all out for him. Tony and Manu have even said they asked him when he was coming back and he just ignored them.
That's sort af! As a player you love the boos it motivates you to do better.
That's respect even your at competition 🙏
Dude in the back recording it all on his pen. He ain’t slick bro 💀
I like that Kawhi's reaction is his usual no reaction
Kawhi is such a unique soul....& just like 1 of my best friends who is June30th a cancer, Kawhi is the 29th...so introvertish, never the loudest person in the room...they walk around with a heavy heart but concentrated focus when in engaged
BIG RESPECT!
KAWHI NOT you don't want to mess with him, coach pop was smart
"was" is correct. He's over the hill and overrated.
Dunno about overrated but certainly over the hill and too stubborn to adapt to a changing league that has moved on from the 90's style "forget about skill, just get the biggest guys you can and let em bang it out in the paint" team and game plan design. Your big strong rim protectors are obsolete against the new speedy wings who exploit fast break opportunities, can space the floor, and whose 3 point scoring efficiency is equal to or better than a 65% 2pt fg percentage. Meanwhile Kawhi is just as over the hill but in his case it's because he just doesn't care and doesn't want to try. It's a terrible shame to see because Kawhi has the talent and ability to be a distant standout superstar.
@@BR-re7ozfuck are you talking bout
0:49 kawhi was like damn what i nuts lol
Thats Love in sport!❤
Kawhi laugh
WHAT IT DO BABBBYYYYYYY
We can actually see that the fans and all the things people had blamed for kawhis not performing is getting to him . First time we see him drained and wants to show a sign of defeat . Stay strong kawhis
You know that would be an interesting reunion. I could see him joining that team after the Clippers.
Because Pop is a RESPECTABLE coach❤.
I like kawhi, took down the warriors dynasty, always works hard, he even said he was open to talk to wemby anytime he wanted so that just goes to show what his character is like
A true class act doesn't fake injuries or not allow the team to see him. He was in an apartment in New York City and the Spurs medical team and staff including the owner and Popovich tried to go see him and were turned away by his security and uncle.
@@stevenwayne2606 you're mad
@@connoravilla663 When you speak truths like I do you never feel mad only righteous and vindicated.
As a Spurs fan I too feel bad for the way some fans treat Kawhi. Some of the best moments I have are when I see him as a Spur on CZcams videos. I’m very happy for the time he was here. He will always be a member of the Spurs family. Sure I miss him. But, I also understand he wanted to go home. Thanks Kawhi for the memories.
they don’t treat him any worse than any other player 💀💀 everyone gets booed
@@will-zj5gqbro pro sports is useless now, I still like spurs but it’s hard to wstch pro sports anymore it’s like fake movie to me
@@allpraisestoyah5033 I sometimes feel the same. After seeing Ginobili play I don’t enjoy the game as much. I’ve seen the best. It’s hard to be impressed by any moves made by players now.
@@vincentvillegas7773 ya players now are boring, all they do is shoot 3s I doubt they even run plays anymore just boring, at this point I rather watch Texas rangers baseball is only 2 and half hours now easier to watch on tv
he drafted him and coached him to be the player he is. i respect pop for looking out
Pop a legend man
anybody notice how Kawhi shoulders got unusual muscles
He's built different fr
as far as i know kawhi decide to left spurs because of the front office who neglect his injury for years, thats why he go to raptor and after that to clips..
so its good to see him interact with pops..
Yup.kawhi seems to have some never ending knee issues so it seems legit after these years
A true class act doesn't fake injuries or not allow the team to see him. He was in an apartment in New York City and the Spurs medical team and staff including the owner and Popovich tried to go see him and were turned away by his security and uncle. Also, he quit on Tony and Manus last years and their last chance at a ring even though they helped him get a ring and laid it all out for him. Tony and Manu have even said they asked him when he was coming back and he just ignored them.
@@stevenwayne2606 im not defending kawhi but its both ways.kawhi was crucial for their last ring. Pop took the high road and i respect that
Do what you do best Greg! Toe that line until you retire. So exhausting.
Pop a real one and it shows
As Toronto Raptors fan, I would definitely NOT boo this man when he plays in Toronto. So what if he left? He gave us our first (and possibly last) championship and for that he needs to be respected.
The way he left the spurs vs raptors is worlds apart, big difference. He shouldn’t be booed either way, but big difference
@@Amuseddaysleeper He left the spurs because he had a legitimate injury and the organization basically crucified him through the media as faking it to force a trade.
@@Fred-vy1hm not true at all, that is BS. The spurs invented load management they would never ever force a player to place. They hesitated on a max contract due to kawhi’s kbee issue and then after the raptors Kawhi missed half a season every year since then. He refused to play and felt slighted for not being offered a max contract right away
I’m pretty sure Lebron invented load management
Not at all, SA did it LONG before, prior to 2013 @@realest21310
Takes heart and balls to stand up to a stadium of your own fans who were booing like sheep. Pop could stay resentful of what happened with Kawai and he has more of a reason than any fan in that stadium. Instead , he showed that even when they leave the Spurs , much like how he still regularly calls and takes to Derrick white , Pop cares for all the players he’s coached.
Dude is a class act and those fans could learn a thing or two.
Coach Pop can get it too. He is not about to tell me who i can and cannot boo.
Sheep don't boo...
@@XijohnsoniXyou would be kicked out. If you can't act like a adult. Then stay home.
@@-Alpeterfreedom of speech? Y’all said trump was booed Saturday
Pop really likes him as son. That’s the real relationship. Cheer him wherever.
You can hear the emotion in his voice after speaking to Pop. He probably wanted to break down but held back. 😥
Imagine being on that Spurs bench, looking at the scoreboard seeing you're trailing, then you see your head coach getting sensitive because you're home crowd is booing a player on the other team. I'd tell him to get his head in the game. They can always exchange pleasantries AFTER the game.
Or they are thinking this guy put in some hard work for this team and our coach appreciates it. To me it would make them want to play even harder to get that type of respect
And you would be off the team. Pop is a legend and you are not.
@@comment5398 A true class act doesn't fake injuries or not allow the team to see him. He was in an apartment in New York City and the Spurs medical team and staff including the owner and Popovich tried to go see him and were turned away by his security and uncle. Also, he quit on Tony and Manus last years and their last chance at a ring even though they helped him get a ring and laid it all out for him. Tony and Manu have even said they asked him when he was coming back and he just ignored them.
@@stevenwayne2606 and if he wasn't super talented they would not have worried about him because they would have been ready to cut him ... Tony hooked up with his teammates chic.
@@comment5398 What does him being a superstar have to do with anything in this situation, does it make it right or acceptable? NBA players are under contract which essentially means the team owns them and they are valuable assets until their contract is over, it's not like your job where you get paid weekly or on salary and can just quit anytime.
The Spurs would have not won their 5th title without Kawhi Leonard who has battled so many injuries (esp the torn ACL) in recent years.
If he had made his free throw in 2013 we would not have lost to the Heat in finals.
Interesting that he couldn't tap into his own heart there for Pop. Praying for the dude.
I have so much respect for Pop
Very humble human being kawhi is we love you
A true class act doesn't fake injuries or not allow the team to see him. He was in an apartment in New York City and the Spurs medical team and staff including the owner and Popovich tried to go see him and were turned away by his security and uncle.
Kawhai's body language says it all! He is saying: Pop we don't need to pretend we are close - I kept receipts!
Damn sounded like he wanted to cry. Good on you Pop. All time great coach. Kawhi all time great player.
Pop is a legend
He always sounds like he's going to cry
I understand being respectful towards players. There's certainly lines you do not cross and that's being rude, throwing things, disrespectful, profanity, and talking about player's family but booing at the opposing team isn't one of them. Players understand that fans are going to boo and talk a little smack when it comes to their game but no one deserves to be disrespected and berate by anyone nor chastised by someone who is a hypocrite either. The fans spend their hard earned money to watch a game and enjoy themselves which includes booing at opposing players and former players. As long as they don't cross the line.
Hes no longer even an allstar anymore, I doubt he ever makes an allstar team again, injuries and age have taken its toll while he's still a very good player he's no longer a superstar or even star.
he malfunctioned at 0:42 lol 😂
Gotta love the Klaw
Kawhi is coming back to the Spurs next season.
hope not
@@anthonytrevino3191why not
@@Ale-hh1xz only reason we got a possibly generational talent was him leaving and then all steps taken afterwards. If not we would have been building around a broken star. Everyone can kiss his but now but he cannot stay healthy worth a damn the last 3 years. Why would you sign him a giant contract in 2024 free agency with that history?
Booooooooo, no!
@@anthonytrevino3191loser mentality
It pissed me off to see their own “fans” boo him after all that he did for their organization, their city and their community. I hope he has a great and prosperous life not only through his career but even after his playing days are over. Thank you Kawhi!
A true class act doesn't fake injuries or not allow the team to see him. He was in an apartment in New York City and the Spurs medical team and staff including the owner and Popovich tried to go see him and were turned away by his security and uncle. Also, he quit on Tony and Manus last years and their last chance at a ring even though they helped him get a ring and laid it all out for him. Tony and Manu have even said they asked him when he was coming back and he just ignored them.
I wanna see a poll between players on which coach they would play for in the league. Im sure Pop would be near or at the top of that poll
Forreal.maybe mike malone and ty lue too
Kawhi was wiping tears away before that interview if you watch closely, his voice was a little shaky too. This is the most emotions you'll ever see from him lol
They booed him even louder, never been more proud of Spurs fans
Pop is playing 5D chess bruh. Getting Kawhi to say that the spurs organization is all class which directly contradicts his reasons on why he wanted a trade. Genius, pure genius. You see kawhi glitching out when he realizes he was out maneuvered by pop. 🤯🤯🤯🤣
it aint that deep bro
Get some sleep bro. Your brain must be tired from all that over-thinking 😂
@@DonKey496you need the sleep. Clearly can't see the sarcasm 🤣🤦♂️
@@abdullahkhan12396no shit Sherlock 🤣🤦♂️
@@gr8esthandleever Nah, there was no sarcasm there. You just making stuff up yo goofy asss 🤣.
Done it with his play and greeat answers
I applaud you Poppovich, sticking up for a guy who laid it all out there for you and
A true class act doesn't fake injuries or not allow the team to see him. He was in an apartment in New York City and the Spurs medical team and staff including the owner and Popovich tried to go see him and were turned away by his security and uncle.
Coach Pop, the most underrated, underappreciated coach of all time.
Well done coach Pop!
Yeah, well done...Telling fans who they can't boo. Pop should worry about getting wins. Instead, of the fans
@@user-zs4ym8vx7ntroll nobody asked.
I thought that was very nice and classy by Pop...👍
Pops knows he drop the ball, His way of saying sorry
Android number two... 🤖
Pop the kinda guy to tell you to get off his lawn
Put some respect...
I can't say I have ever seen Pop share a moment like that with another player on camera. I'm sure he has, just saying that it's not normal for him to do that, and just goes to show the caliber of person The Claw truly is.
I have a feeling kawhi going come back to the spurs . Kawhi and wemby be fire duos .🔥🔥🔥
he ain’t coming back . no way
He's getting up there in age. He's been extremely fragile too. Even if he does come back, what remains of his best years won't last till Wemby's prime. Also, he just gonna eat some Cap space. Better get younger guys on the same timeline as Wemby and get some locker room vets like Jeff Green and DJ for the Nuggets.
Will accept Kawhi for minimum vet
@@DonKey496yup I actually watch the full games not just stats. He's well past his prime. Actually it's painful watching him run up and down the court. He doesn't have young legs anymore. Everyone ages differently depending on their joints, muscles, injuries etc. And imo the days of kawhi being a superstar are over...also his form is too mechanical and slow for him to have longevity.
@@loverofhumanitySo I'm sure you're one of those people who were saying the exact same things you're saying now last year around this same point in the season. Then the playoffs came around and was shocked at how he looked those 2 games? Kawhi has never been the most athletic & has always been robotic in his movements. Nor has he ever been one to rely on his athleticism on either end of the court. He's physical makeup(height, weight, wingspan, strength, HUGE hands) along with his IQ & technique is what makes him Elite defensively. Offensively it's all about getting to his spots which he still does whenever he wants. He just doesnt care about putting up any big numbers individually or even being labeled a "superstar". Kawhi is all about WINNING. Whatevers necessary. I say that to say keep in mind its early in the season & Kawhi knows that the only way they'll win a championship is if they figure out how to play collectively at a high level. He's not really trying to assert himself just yet. He knows the regular season doesnt mean anything. Especially this early. When the time comes for him to turn it up & be the best in the world he'll do it. Like he always does.
Such a fun guy
I appreciate what kawhi gave to the spurs. it just will never sit right with me how towards the end of his time with us he couldn’t be bothered to even show up to support his team, playing or not. spurs fans have always been pretty classy. booing is hardly hurting kawhi 😂 he’ll live.
Spurs fans should take notes from Toronto fans. This man can walk around Toronto with no security and people will worship the ground he walks on. Bringing a championship to an organization should give you all time respect from the city
People forget that the players have souls too and it shows. Good for Pop for showing class.
Weak.
A true class act doesn't fake injuries or not allow the team to see him. He was in an apartment in New York City and the Spurs medical team and staff including the owner and Popovich tried to go see him and were turned away by his security and uncle. Also, he quit on Tony and Manus last years and their last chance at a ring even though they helped him get a ring and laid it all out for him. Tony and Manu have even said they asked him when he was coming back and he just ignored them.
I really like the level of respect these 2 have Pop is Pop but Kawhi made that effort super dope 💯🌊
He was crying. In a perfect world, Kawhi would be a Spur again. And you know we’d welcome him back with open arms… Sadly, the world we live in isn’t perfect. GSG and wishing u the best Kawhi.
Telling fans not to boo is silly. It's part of sports. As sweet and precious as the coaches love for leonard is, i would have booed him for grabbing that microphone. If the millionaires can't handle a little booing they should stay off the court.
0:08 “great game kawhi”
“You too”
“Me too?”
Pop starts ballin
Kawhi wasn't even aware of if that was popovic or not. That dude is carefree!!😌😌
Toronto fans will never boo Kawhi Leonard
Because, he didn't do y'all dirty. Like he did The Spurs. Toronto got him on a one year deal
They did Böö him lol go back look at u tube😂
@@user-zs4ym8vx7n "Dirty." 🤣🤣Kawhi me a river.
Beep. Boop. Boop. Beep.
Coach pop is a real one rhe greatest in my opinion and im a pels fan
Love you Pop
Kawhi got them 2006 Meek Mill braids rn
Shut that up .
That folks right there... Is what a young man, looking for greener pastures, comes back as an older man, and realizes what he's missed out on becuase of decisions his younger slef made. The emotion in his face and quivering answers says it all.
Pop was talking to Kawhi like he's playing for him rn lol 😂😂
I love them both😍😍😍
This just shows how soft the league has become! 🤦♂️
Kawhi has the biggest deltoid muscle in the NBA
Dwight howard
i thought it was the collarbone, it's confusing me how it sticks out so much
@@yourunemployedfriendat2pm who that? Is he playing in the NBA? Lol
@@rafban4216 well...
Great reaction from pov
Classy guy