Same here, I was just going to post something similar to you. I’ve always liked him as a B-ball player. Didn’t realize this is 4 years old. Hope he had or still is having fun playing Baseball.
He is good people. I interact with fairly often over the past 3 decades. From his days with the Rockets, to his retired days. He’s quite humble, self aware, and grateful man.
Always admire athletes who enthusiastically try to reinvent themselves after retirement. There’s always another challenge-especially when you’re only in your 30s
I remember my first love was baseball when I moved to the states in 1996 from Pakistan because it was the closest thing to cricket because at the age of 6 growing up in Pakistan that’s the only sport or soccer. 1996 being Derek Jeters rookie year with the Yankees I fell in love with the Yankees. In 2002 i started to fall in love with basketball and the next 10 it was baseball and basketball and my two players were always Derek Jeter and Tmac just his effortless style of play i modeled my jumpshot after him. I love the fact that my favorite basketball player is also so passionate about the game of baseball.
twba Form is definitely iffy. Lower half just collapses and there's no external rotation in his shoulder, it looks like he's throwing with a straight arm. He's unlikely to make a professional roster because of that, but considering it's been so long since he'd played, it's still impressive.
T Mac was a really good little league pitcher...didn’t hear any more about him pitching until now but he was one of the best as a kid. Little league Baseball is a big deal in Florida and he was very good way back in the day.
+jamesasui his primary position was Shooting Guard. Yeah he could push point at times but he always usually pushed the 2 guard position and most people see him as a 2 guard. If you asked him he would say he was a shooting guard who could play point guard but was more comfortable at the 2. Just cuz he was undersized didn't automatically make him run point. Did you see him play in Philly or Denver??? He always started at shooting guard even at all star games
Fatboy Gaming Jordan, Kobe, Jerry West, Clyde Drexler, Ray Allen, depends what you call Allen Iverson, probably a few others in the mix but in terms of peak ability I agree T-Mac is in the top 5. Like T-Mac's best is as good as any SG besides Jordan but MJ, Kobe, Ray Allen, Jerry West, and Clyde Drexler definitely had much better overall careers when you count longevity and you could argue Mitch Richmond and a few other SGs had better overall careers than McGrady. Depends how much longevity matters to you
I remember going to RAPTORS games in my early 20s and watching Tracy and Vince tear it up on the court and put Toronto on the map. If only he and Vince stayed together what could've been... 😡
2:57 It's weird because he doesn't even look athletic but he's a great basketball player and an athlete. His body just looks so awkward and gangly. I feel like he wouldn't have been injured if he had a stronger frame and more muscle. I can see how that could be mostly neglected or not prioritized in basketball.
Tracy ends up playing baseball through the late 90s-2000s…he’s easily up there with some of the best…probably ends up being a right handed Randy Johnson.
Damn 34 and was out the NBA for awhile..he retired young..if it wasn't for the injuries he would've been up their in all time stats with the rest of greats during his era
Sadly, I watched that Milwalkee game live on TV, and when he failed that reverse dunk with no defense whatsoever, I knew he wasn't ever going to truly recover anymore.
You can tell how Tracy's body is built that he's prone to injury. His best bet would have been to maintain a rigrous strength training program and as little weight as possible on his body. This is why Michael Jordan was so successful. Great genetics and great strength training + his weight / muscle balance was excellent.
True BB🏀 Debate if "Vince Carter" Cousin T-Mac. Tracey Magrady come back he would score more points then Vince carter he would be like robert hurry or Rick Foxx Game.. On Big Smooth Plays
Was my favorite player in the world when I was a kid (after Jordan that is, after he was gone). The only one they gave Kobe the business just about every time they met. Kobe literally admitted T-Mac was better than him before his career hampering back injury. Orlando Magic T-Mac was the best player in the world without debate. Everyone knew it. He’s the one who Kobe took the torch FROM after the 2004 season.
actually pretty interested to see the rest. his off speed stuff looks decent and I read somewhere he can touch 87 which is more than enough in AA. probably just needs to get all of his secondary stuff to + to be considered for promotions or even majors
U sound stupid bball players cannot skip leg day u forget he has one of the highest vertical leaps in league history oh yea he got that by skipping leg day stfu n go sit down
common misconception....it's not about legs. The legs are there for support not power....the HIPS and shoulder rotation provide the power needed to throw it. Watch any person throw a baseball...why do you think guys can throw across the entire outfield from their knees....bc the hips are still functional.
It's not about legs? Then why don't pitchers just throw standing still? I'm sure they would be more accurate. Because you need to use your legs to free up your hips and shoulders for maximum torque and power. Plus the further your stride the closer to the plate you are, and you'll have more momentum.
I'm not talking about in a game... I mean pregame, drills, etc. Pitchers primarily.... an outfielder's throw is fundamentally different, but still further emphasizes the idea of how the HIPS create the power. Watch how an OF will virtually turn his back to his target as he crowhops or slidesteps to make the strong throw. I was an undersized righty throwing in the low to mid 90s, all possible thanks to great hip rotation. Watch Pedro Martinez, Tim Lincecum and other smaller guys who generate a lot of power....it's not legs, it's hips.
His stride is in fact horrible. I think he is bending down to get the ball lower because he is so tall. But that's a dumb thing to do. He has to keep that hip action right and maintain that power.
Ive always liked Tracy as a person.... Just seems like a decent dude.
Totally agree. It's funny because when he was playing I had the feeling he was an awful dude!
Same here, I was just going to post something similar to you. I’ve always liked him as a B-ball player. Didn’t realize this is 4 years old. Hope he had or still is having fun playing Baseball.
Yea Tracy’s a good dude
He is good people. I interact with fairly often over the past 3 decades. From his days with the Rockets, to his retired days. He’s quite humble, self aware, and grateful man.
Always admire athletes who enthusiastically try to reinvent themselves after retirement. There’s always another challenge-especially when you’re only in your 30s
I remember my first love was baseball when I moved to the states in 1996 from Pakistan because it was the closest thing to cricket because at the age of 6 growing up in Pakistan that’s the only sport or soccer. 1996 being Derek Jeters rookie year with the Yankees I fell in love with the Yankees. In 2002 i started to fall in love with basketball and the next 10 it was baseball and basketball and my two players were always Derek Jeter and Tmac just his effortless style of play i modeled my jumpshot after him. I love the fact that my favorite basketball player is also so passionate about the game of baseball.
That's pretty cool. My birth father was from Pakistan. I have never met him though. I have always wondered what the culture was like there.
Glad mac managed his money well done with sports and he still doing it big
Im liking VICE sports already...how exciting.
0:29 shots fired at Michael Jordan.
Mj was a terrible baseball player
He was actually pretty good judging from the amount of time he played.
+Country boy 850 nah
If you haven't seen it fam you should peep the ESPN 30 for 30: Jordan Rides the Bus... Documentary about his time playing baseball
DonJuan6 yeah I saw how he spent hours and hours practicing his hitting, but a regular baseball players would only practice for 30 minutes.
Really impressed with his form and love of the game. This is why Tracy was my favorite player growing up.
twba Form is definitely iffy. Lower half just collapses and there's no external rotation in his shoulder, it looks like he's throwing with a straight arm. He's unlikely to make a professional roster because of that, but considering it's been so long since he'd played, it's still impressive.
T Mac was a really good little league pitcher...didn’t hear any more about him pitching until now but he was one of the best as a kid. Little league Baseball is a big deal in Florida and he was very good way back in the day.
His golf cart probably cost double than the corolla
D K I thought the corolla was his regular car and I was thinking damn that nice house and a corolla?
Ya 😂😂😂
Yea
The guy was only 34 when he retired man I loved watching him play I wish we would've seen him play out his career in the nba
A.I. and TMac are still 2 of the greatest 2 guards of all time imo regardless if they have rings or not...
A.I. Is kinda hard since he both pg and sg. Most people seem him as a pg, same with me.
+jamesasui his primary position was Shooting Guard. Yeah he could push point at times but he always usually pushed the 2 guard position and most people see him as a 2 guard. If you asked him he would say he was a shooting guard who could play point guard but was more comfortable at the 2. Just cuz he was undersized didn't automatically make him run point. Did you see him play in Philly or Denver??? He always started at shooting guard even at all star games
+DonJuan6 he played at the beginning and at the end of his Philly days same with Denver.
+World B. Free I didn't say he Never pushed the point. I said he mostly played the 2 and felt more comfortable as a 2 guard
He got a Cadillac cart..😂
Tyrone Pitts ya that was funny
Gabe Palandro be better if it was a Lambo
Caddy
I remember maybe 10 years ago, ESPN had a clip of him throwing a baseball and hitting a homer at a pro field. Dude could throw.
He isn't even fully following through with his back leg and he's still throwing gas.... impressive
Ehh. I wish they said the speed: / it looks about 82 . not has
rooting for you tracy... one of my favorite ballers growing up
Still to this day for me. Man is a beast
Best of luck to you T-Mac! You were one of my fave NBA players. BTW, that house is freaking huge!
I just seen the Pivot interview and had to look it up.. well I’ll be damned 😅
I was impressed with the neighborhood he was living in.!
Texas. everything is big
look at this cats house, crazy!
Sugarland, Texas. It’s really good living here
right thats probably a 1.5 million dollar house that would cost 3 to 5 in cali
@@iiTzoreo1 8 million
The pivot podcast brought me here
0:20 sounded spliced, I dont think he said that
One of my favorite players. A beast.
One of my all time favorites . Respect
"He got me pissed right now"
Still just chill as fuck lol. T Mac is awesome.
Best sports channel out there..amazing stuff
Glad he's not one of those athletes who blows their financial might everywhere then go broke. He knows how to value.
He at least in the top 15 when it comes to the best NBA shooting guards in history
Top 5
Fatboy Gaming Jordan, Kobe, Jerry West, Clyde Drexler, Ray Allen, depends what you call Allen Iverson, probably a few others in the mix but in terms of peak ability I agree T-Mac is in the top 5. Like T-Mac's best is as good as any SG besides Jordan but MJ, Kobe, Ray Allen, Jerry West, and Clyde Drexler definitely had much better overall careers when you count longevity and you could argue Mitch Richmond and a few other SGs had better overall careers than McGrady. Depends how much longevity matters to you
Jay Jones did you forget about Dwade?? Straight talent Tmac is easily top 5 with MJ Kobe Wade Jerry.
Top 5
YES T-MAC!!!! Keep your spirit up. My all time favorite player.
I remember going to RAPTORS games in my early 20s and watching Tracy and Vince tear it up on the court and put Toronto on the map. If only he and Vince stayed together what could've been... 😡
Tony M
Don’t worry you guys won the finals anyway.
Yea Tony I agree. Never watched from inside the building but as a soon to be 40year old Canadian basketball super Fan I am a lifelong raps fan.
Yep
his crib is incredible
he could've been top 5 bball players of all time
Yeah TMac was a scoring machine in his prime, him and A.I. are still 2 of my favorite ballers
DonJuan6 A.I is my favorite player
+Prince from The Land It's a shame because i feel like they're already both being glossed over because of Currymania
Shouldve never left orlando,, couldve tag teamed with dwight howard
Bassfishingswag definitelyy not broke now and he didn't start that fight, research your shit man
I wish they showed more Roger Clemens they brushed over the fact that he's still pitching as well
Props to TMaC for trying...hope he makes it!!
McGrady looks in pretty good shape here. Wonder how he's performing.
2:57 It's weird because he doesn't even look athletic but he's a great basketball player and an athlete. His body just looks so awkward and gangly. I feel like he wouldn't have been injured if he had a stronger frame and more muscle. I can see how that could be mostly neglected or not prioritized in basketball.
Good luck to Tracy.. Well deserving to play a level of Baseball
live in sugar land texas and saw him pitch a few years back, he was descent at best, not bad at all tho
My childhood idol! Tmac was the reason i love this game(basketball)
one of the all time greats no less
His mechanics are actually really good.
The fact the he tried is amazing.
T-Mac is hilarious... His dog did him dirty lol
You can tell by the way he walks that he is in constant pain.
Favorite basketball player to watch... get it McGrady !
Just wondering whilst still doing North American sports can you do some more European sports like rugby and cricket
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Ayyy I live in sugar land and didn’t know me played for the skeeters
Tracy ends up playing baseball through the late 90s-2000s…he’s easily up there with some of the best…probably ends up being a right handed Randy Johnson.
skeeters... what a name
Skeet skeet
Good stuff bro keep pushing.....you'll make it
"betta get your ass to the house" lmao
T Mac has class. Learn the split finger like MR and do it!
But T-Mac in the MLB would be 🔥
Constellation field, I was on the field during the game he pitched
Does he still pitch
I respect how he said nba talent cause Bo and Dion was nice
Roger Clemens throwing to T-Mac. The irony.
Damn 34 and was out the NBA for awhile..he retired young..if it wasn't for the injuries he would've been up their in all time stats with the rest of greats during his era
Sadly, I watched that Milwalkee game live on TV, and when he failed that reverse dunk with no defense whatsoever, I knew he wasn't ever going to truly recover anymore.
How far did he go? Loved him in orlando, his shoes were the shit in middle school
Talk about following up behind micheal jordans footsteps.
My favorite basketball player ever!!!
Love this guy! Do your thang bruh!
MCGRADY HAS A BIG ASS HOUSE!!
Yeet 4 years later
This dude lives in the Mansion of my dreams
He could have done so much more
he got hurt can't you hear what he is saying in the video??
Sugar Land Skeeters is Wild
5 years later...
T-Mac is amazing
A living legend
What happened was he gave up 5 runs in 6 innings with 10 walks and a 0-2 record before they let him go. 😂
The Skeeters? 😂😂😂
A-Lock yeah, they’re a good team here
If i could play for a team cslled the Sugar land skeeters. I would play my ❤️ out to. The name is 🔥
DAMN MCGRADY WAS MY FAV PLAYER HANDS DOWN
44 pro glove??
What is the instamental at 5:49
You can tell how Tracy's body is built that he's prone to injury. His best bet would have been to maintain a rigrous strength training program and as little weight as possible on his body. This is why Michael Jordan was so successful. Great genetics and great strength training + his weight / muscle balance was excellent.
True Ron Artest and Jeff Van Gundy pointed this out years ago .
Can you explain how his build is prone to injury?
True BB🏀 Debate if "Vince Carter" Cousin T-Mac. Tracey Magrady come back he would score more points then Vince carter he would be like robert hurry or Rick Foxx Game.. On Big Smooth Plays
Was my favorite player in the world when I was a kid (after Jordan that is, after he was gone). The only one they gave Kobe the business just about every time they met. Kobe literally admitted T-Mac was better than him before his career hampering back injury. Orlando Magic T-Mac was the best player in the world without debate. Everyone knew it. He’s the one who Kobe took the torch FROM after the 2004 season.
actually pretty interested to see the rest. his off speed stuff looks decent and I read somewhere he can touch 87 which is more than enough in AA. probably just needs to get all of his secondary stuff to + to be considered for promotions or even majors
Nice video. Easy to pull for him.
seems like a really cool dude. Savage basketball player. As a horrible swing though. Lol. Frozen ball pretty well off the mound though.
Video: I played baseball growing up....I was in the NBA and got hurt. Now I'm trying out for the MLB
Where exactly in the County is he living in Texas?
Houston
Harris
It has to be awesome for an aspiring baseball player to get BP from Roger fucking Clemens
Anybody know the name of the song in this video? Sick beat
Than 81mph straight fastball with zero movement from a righty will be tough to hit.
Nothing embarrassing about ya T-Mac. You were a lethal assassin on the floor.
Crazy like what 2 years later the Astros have become the greatest baseball team and prolly win another World Series a few weeks after i write this.
best offensive player ever saw, in those saesons, in thoese nights. maybe not enough toughness in his mind and he was unlucky with his back
He's definitely skipping leg day
when your tall like him its not easy to get big legs 😂
+Adam Honeycutt He's def 6'8 and kinda had to run and jump for a living........
U sound stupid bball players cannot skip leg day u forget he has one of the highest vertical leaps in league history oh yea he got that by skipping leg day stfu n go sit down
What does that say about you?
Respect!
My dude live in a CASTLE!🤣
You can too 🕌
So what happened? He didn’t make it then got onto The Jump?
I love watching Greg Maddux
28 secs: I took this personally
This team is in my town
Tracy mcgrady as a baseball player
He looks really good. If he can get his legs more into his mechanics then he could be a pretty good pitcher.
common misconception....it's not about legs. The legs are there for support not power....the HIPS and shoulder rotation provide the power needed to throw it. Watch any person throw a baseball...why do you think guys can throw across the entire outfield from their knees....bc the hips are still functional.
It's not about legs? Then why don't pitchers just throw standing still? I'm sure they would be more accurate. Because you need to use your legs to free up your hips and shoulders for maximum torque and power. Plus the further your stride the closer to the plate you are, and you'll have more momentum.
DiCarlo Thompson read my reply I forgot to click your name
DiCarlo Thompson and I've also never seen an outfielder throw from his knees.
I'm not talking about in a game... I mean pregame, drills, etc. Pitchers primarily.... an outfielder's throw is fundamentally different, but still further emphasizes the idea of how the HIPS create the power. Watch how an OF will virtually turn his back to his target as he crowhops or slidesteps to make the strong throw. I was an undersized righty throwing in the low to mid 90s, all possible thanks to great hip rotation. Watch Pedro Martinez, Tim Lincecum and other smaller guys who generate a lot of power....it's not legs, it's hips.
Big ass house
He needs to work on his stride
His stride is in fact horrible.
I think he is bending down to get the ball lower because he is so tall.
But that's a dumb thing to do. He has to keep that hip action right and maintain that power.
Always liked T-Mac, sleeping looking badass. Also wtf is drinking out of that mug, a milkshake?