From the Military to the NBA Hall of Fame: David Robinson Opens Up | Undeniable with Joe Buck

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  • Опубліковано 15 чер 2024
  • NBA Hall of Famer David Robinson sits down with Joe Buck to discuss the journey to becoming an NBA legend. The two discuss David's military upbringing, his near death experience as an infant, and the transition from his military service to the world of professional basketball.
    CHAPTERS:
    0:00 - David Robinson Introduction
    1:57 - Military Family
    4:20 - Dad’s Opinions on Sports
    5:02 - Introduced to Basketball
    7:31 - 1320 SAT Score/Going to Navy
    11:27 - POY as a Sophomore/NCAA Tournament
    13:00 - Transferring or Staying at Navy
    17:05 - Senior Year/NBA Dream
    19:45 - Drafted by San Antonio
    21:59 - Pressure to Succeed
    23:09 - Adjusting back to the NBA
    26:52 - Leadership
    28:23 - US Olympic Team
    30:21 - Playing w/ Rodman
    32:40 - Big Man Era
    35:58 - Popovich Becomes Coach
    37:04 - Competing with Tim Duncan
    38:42 - NBA Finals versus Knicks
    41:14 - Quote Reflection
    42:47 - Retiring/Final Season
    47:20 - Basketball Hall of Fame
    49:20 - What’s Next/Closing Remarks
    #joebuck #davidrobinson #spurs
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  • @alfa_romeo55yush82
    @alfa_romeo55yush82 5 місяців тому +113

    David Robinson, A Superstar that doesnt act like a Superstar. This dude is amazing.

  • @beach3408
    @beach3408 5 місяців тому +104

    This guy is so humble and honorable.

  • @kennewton7518
    @kennewton7518 5 місяців тому +98

    The world needs a leader like David Robinson today and his faith has always been a shining example.

    • @TerminatedAccount.
      @TerminatedAccount. 5 місяців тому +12

      Word. It's saddening to see how good examples of people like David Robinson get swept under the rug and we're left with people like Gilbert Arenas or Draymond Greene.

    • @michaelsevilla3697
      @michaelsevilla3697 5 місяців тому

      ​@@TerminatedAccount.exactly

    • @challenger516
      @challenger516 4 місяці тому +1

      @@TerminatedAccount. Only American idolize Arenas and Draymond.

    • @marcusalves1974
      @marcusalves1974 3 місяці тому

      @@challenger516who tf is idolizing both of them? Both of you are idiots too

    • @blakebrown84
      @blakebrown84 3 місяці тому +1

      Draymond is becoming a liability in the NBA and Gilbert is just a retired baller

  • @roshangeorge2127
    @roshangeorge2127 4 місяці тому +19

    David Robinson is the perfect example of what a human being should be like. Legendary player and an even greater human being.

    • @troofball4
      @troofball4 Місяць тому

      I know if I was that size I would be showin off everywhere I went.

  • @robertcarlsonrobert5846
    @robertcarlsonrobert5846 5 місяців тому +169

    Spurs would not be here in San Antonio without him. People don’t understand that the Spurs almost left San Antonio but because of him we were able to keep the franchise here 😊

    • @JoeSmith-zi9kg
      @JoeSmith-zi9kg 5 місяців тому +16

      I remember Angelo Drosses not happy with the attendance numbers at that time. That all changed when the Spurs won the 1987 NBA lottery and Bob Bass representing the franchise. What a difference maker David was to the team.

    • @user-es2qg4cd5w
      @user-es2qg4cd5w 5 місяців тому +1

      That's a bunch of bullshit, spurs got to SA and stayed Admiral didn't have shit to do with it

    • @gotetnies
      @gotetnies 5 місяців тому +10

      He's a role model for us older kids 😆👍

    • @texas988
      @texas988 5 місяців тому +1

      Not true

    • @jrsaenz2322
      @jrsaenz2322 5 місяців тому +12

      @@user-es2qg4cd5w you absolutely don’t know anything about The Spurs.

  • @pahountisg
    @pahountisg 5 місяців тому +54

    this man is true inspiration even in 2023. Not even an idea of bitterness or negativity for anyone, a true blessed man .

  • @edro3838
    @edro3838 5 місяців тому +41

    Was at Rupp Arena in 87 and watched his 45 points, 10 blocks, 14 rebounds. The whole place stood and applauded his efforts.

  • @CSDonohue11
    @CSDonohue11 5 місяців тому +68

    I Love David .
    The NBA should be promoting Him and more guys anything even close to Him
    Real Super Star human being 🌟
    50 David Robinson 💫

    • @Cluez31
      @Cluez31 5 місяців тому +3

      Why on earth would the NBA promote someone positive for black people to look up to?

    • @XcuzeTheMessDeer
      @XcuzeTheMessDeer 5 місяців тому +1

      Exactly him and Harrison Barnes

  • @ismaelgonzales1816
    @ismaelgonzales1816 5 місяців тому +40

    The Naval Academy produced 2 solid, quality human beings. David Robinson in basketball and Roger Staubach in football.

    • @US_ARMY_25_INF._DIV.
      @US_ARMY_25_INF._DIV. 5 місяців тому +6

      Roger who served in Vietnam for a year is just like David as far as he would not trade is late entry into the NFL with his years in the Navy...

  • @nxtwomenfan497
    @nxtwomenfan497 3 місяці тому +11

    Man, who doesn't love "The Admiral"? A first-class human being.

  • @realg5276
    @realg5276 4 місяці тому +10

    We need more David Robinson's in the world.

  • @Sayres434
    @Sayres434 5 місяців тому +23

    When a winner speaks it's best to listen

  • @fidellaboy-negron5816
    @fidellaboy-negron5816 4 місяці тому +5

    I met him in Colorado while he was on vacation with his family. My sons brother in law, was around 14 and he cane out to say hi to Paul and his buddy guard got in the way. David pushed him to the side, and he told him that he was going to talk to the young man and have his picture taken with him. A UNIQUE HJMAN BEING. IT SHOW HIS MILITARY UP BRING....THANK YOU DAVE. THE ADMIRAL

  • @flintfleming3935
    @flintfleming3935 5 місяців тому +33

    He talked about his Olympic experience.. Very humble, respectful... says somethimg about his character, which led to him being a champion and representing what it takes to be a professional .. In theTop 7 centers of all time...underrated. But appreciated..

  • @BiscuiT8858
    @BiscuiT8858 5 місяців тому +31

    He has such a great attitude and I wish more athletes had the same attitude.

  • @mohkamaltaha
    @mohkamaltaha 4 місяці тому +7

    David Robinson, a man of God & Basketball...!!!

  • @user-rr1yp4pt9x
    @user-rr1yp4pt9x 4 місяці тому +7

    I watched and became a fan of David Robinson since he was at Navy.

  • @Classicbasketballdvds
    @Classicbasketballdvds 5 місяців тому +19

    D-Rob aging like fine wine. Still looks the same

  • @guillaumeraux
    @guillaumeraux 5 місяців тому +37

    What a legend!
    Human, and player.
    The Basketball world and the World are blessed to have a gentleman like him.
    Thank you mister Robinson for what you give!
    It’s a pleasure to hear your thoughtful words and see you healthy and smiling. 🙏🏻

  • @petervancamp4453
    @petervancamp4453 5 місяців тому +15

    What a man, and what an example for or I should say representation of our lord Christ Jesus.. thankyou David .....

  • @kengy1991
    @kengy1991 4 місяці тому +10

    An AMAZING ambassador for the game of basketball. David Robinson is a better person than player. His relationship with the Lord is so compelling.

  • @BlahBlah-em2ed
    @BlahBlah-em2ed 5 місяців тому +22

    Great American, humble man

  • @carlowens9720
    @carlowens9720 5 місяців тому +28

    Officer and a Gentleman

  • @johnwillard6198
    @johnwillard6198 5 місяців тому +22

    Only 18 comments surprised me , what I love about him is his passion for teaching , leading and education of children

    • @josevalle613
      @josevalle613 5 місяців тому +4

      Not many comments because he is humble, so many people think that that behavior is boring. David is not a thug so people think he is boring.

    • @kylecraig6789
      @kylecraig6789 5 місяців тому +1

      It was only uploaded recently

    • @MikeJones-pf4wd
      @MikeJones-pf4wd 5 місяців тому

      ​@@josevalle613 Yep too many thugs in sports these days like Sean Payton.

    • @timhoward5
      @timhoward5 Місяць тому +1

      Yes.

  • @yoe91
    @yoe91 5 місяців тому +20

    I know it's too easy to say this on a David Robinson video, but I genuinely think he is the most underrated big man in NBA history. The Spurs SUCKED in the 80's, won 21 games the year before he came and then won 56 games when he arrived - as a rookie. Got all the individual accolades and when he got that second big talent every team needs, they won titles.

  • @michaelpaulpadillamdacgrou7904
    @michaelpaulpadillamdacgrou7904 5 місяців тому +17

    I admire David Robinson as a Person and then an Athlete!

    • @iqzario4animations203
      @iqzario4animations203 3 місяці тому +3

      Admire… Admiration………. Admirable……………. **Admiral**

  • @Flossin1987
    @Flossin1987 5 місяців тому +5

    Dude should run for president

  • @folusojoseph989
    @folusojoseph989 4 місяці тому +2

    David Robinson is that legend that is truly beloved no matter what team he had played for. A very humble legend.

  • @user-cl5zy5qn5d
    @user-cl5zy5qn5d 5 місяців тому +3

    The “Admiral”. Was a big fan of his because he served his country first, then did his basketball thing. Love this

  • @MarcAmAlb
    @MarcAmAlb 5 місяців тому +32

    Always a pleasure listening to David Robinson.

  • @Crunchtime503
    @Crunchtime503 5 місяців тому +9

    He is such a high character athlete, I really wish we had more guys like him in sports

  • @hermixtonen
    @hermixtonen 5 місяців тому +17

    Great human

  • @elijioalvarado2532
    @elijioalvarado2532 5 місяців тому +21

    Great role model of a man! Big Five O

  • @Sgv1tm
    @Sgv1tm 5 місяців тому +7

    The Admiral! Miss watching him

  • @tylercunningham4311
    @tylercunningham4311 5 місяців тому +9

    What a great, humble man. So rare in today's world.

  • @ggram0551
    @ggram0551 5 місяців тому +7

    "Mr. Robinson's neighborhood," loved his commercials and kicks back in the day when I was a kid.

  • @titzer2127
    @titzer2127 5 місяців тому +6

    My favorite NBA player of all time , favorite professional sports player of all time,. A true hero of mine

  • @bigpimpinpimp7666
    @bigpimpinpimp7666 5 місяців тому +7

    David is for sure a goat don’t matter he is a great person and great basketball player he saved the spurs💪🏽💪🏽

  • @blakebrown84
    @blakebrown84 5 місяців тому +9

    I wish there were more leaders like him. I also wish there were more people like him in this world today. His faith is what got him through life. He loves playing for Dennis Rodman, so he enjoyed being his teammate.

  • @johnfarr2738
    @johnfarr2738 5 місяців тому +2

    Such a humble man but a leader in every way!

  • @ihsanhasserbetci5457
    @ihsanhasserbetci5457 5 місяців тому +15

    great guy, we are so lucky that we watched him play🍀

  • @petarbubalo231
    @petarbubalo231 5 місяців тому +6

    Short answer EVERYTHING STARTS WITH GOOD PARENTS. What a Gentleman 👏👏👏👏

  • @tomaslekis3262
    @tomaslekis3262 5 місяців тому +5

    He was a huge role model of mine when I was a kid. Legitimately an all time great player and person.

  • @joelpierce3940
    @joelpierce3940 5 місяців тому +4

    As a San Antonio native, he was the catalyst for the first and future championships. He is a Great human being.

  • @bean4332
    @bean4332 5 місяців тому +3

    DAMN! I DID NOT EXPECT TO FINISH THIS INTERVIEW BUT I WAS HOOKED. DAVID ROBINSON WHAT A STUD!

  • @hoah1158
    @hoah1158 5 місяців тому +4

    My idol

  • @witmoe
    @witmoe 4 місяці тому +2

    Thee Admiral David Robinson!!!

  • @thatboyunfazed99
    @thatboyunfazed99 3 місяці тому +1

    It stuns me how enthusiastic and light hearted he speaks about his journey.
    He must have had many hard days and sleepless nights in his childhood with a often absent and strict father and a military school yet he seemingly took it like a breeze. That is some serious strength and his incredible physque undermines his bigger than life mentality. A born leader and a inspiring person for sure. Leader as a rookie in the 20th century of the NBA, that's unheard of.

  • @domenicdurante966
    @domenicdurante966 4 місяці тому +2

    An excellent interview. David Robinson...wish we had more like him.

  • @GenEXReviews
    @GenEXReviews 5 місяців тому +5

    David Robinson is and has always been a leader and role model that has inspired everyone here in San Antonio. I'm blessed to have seen his entire career here in SA.

  • @mdsoulsounds
    @mdsoulsounds 5 місяців тому +3

    Mr. Robinson is class all around. Never did he need the lime light during his career or in retirement. Love him!

  • @manuelcajuguiran9093
    @manuelcajuguiran9093 4 місяці тому +2

    This guy is so humble and honorable. God Bless

  • @christianpicardo2683
    @christianpicardo2683 5 місяців тому +8

    Dave the spurs needs you now to mentor wemby

  • @coreygalletly723
    @coreygalletly723 5 місяців тому +5

    Beautiful human being.

  • @defiantlytrill
    @defiantlytrill 5 місяців тому +5

    Great to see this in my suggestions, can't wait to watch!

  • @jerry2york
    @jerry2york 4 місяці тому +2

    Truly a neat guy with excellent values. America needs more David Robinsons. One of my favorite interviews.

  • @andrew1970able
    @andrew1970able 5 місяців тому +3

    I was through Air Force basic and tech school in the fall of 88. I was fortunate to get Spurs tickets on the night they played the Lakers and gave David a sports car on center court at the old Alamo dome. My first ever NBA game.

  • @S_Kane
    @S_Kane 5 місяців тому +4

    Great interview! His brother was my OiC in the USAF.

  • @Perfection212
    @Perfection212 5 місяців тому +6

    Probably the best interview by a black NBA athlete past or present.No swearing words like F__K or SH__.It was decent, informative and smart.The Admiral is truly one of the few remaining gentlemen of this sport.

  • @TheDarksideRaider78
    @TheDarksideRaider78 5 місяців тому +4

    Salute to The GREAT David Robinson! An all time great player and even better human being!

  • @jandrashriker5861
    @jandrashriker5861 5 місяців тому +11

    I really wish Tim Duncan appears on one of these.

  • @patrickweekes656
    @patrickweekes656 5 місяців тому +4

    Truly a living epistle

  • @cmorales5
    @cmorales5 5 місяців тому +5

    DR is so impressive you get short of adjetives. You hear him speaking and it feels like he got enough fire to go in 2024 and beat some soft players put there in the NBA. Excellent interview btw.

  • @jaysonsacobie4617
    @jaysonsacobie4617 5 місяців тому +5

    Respects to my Fellow Leo David Robinson 🙏

    • @pf210
      @pf210 5 місяців тому

      Leo ♌ here too! Go Spurs Go

  • @leondarnell1
    @leondarnell1 5 місяців тому +11

    These interviews are sooo great!!!

  • @oxthegentlemangentleman4100
    @oxthegentlemangentleman4100 5 місяців тому +6

    One of the guys who inspired me to play basketball 🏀. Thank you Mr Robinson

  • @user-fs8cs1sz7c
    @user-fs8cs1sz7c 4 місяці тому +1

    David Robinson was one of my favorite players growing up.

  • @frankiegonzalez3122
    @frankiegonzalez3122 5 місяців тому +1

    I’m way too young to have watched David Robison play but as a spurs fan I do my due diligence and go back and watch as much as possible about Robinson as possible. Fan base is beyond grateful from those who watched to those who saw the foundation he made for the organization

  • @igordrakulovic6857
    @igordrakulovic6857 5 місяців тому +3

    93'94 ' Admiral had 29pts 10 Reb 4 ast per game in that season.

  • @Carl1973100
    @Carl1973100 5 місяців тому +7

    David can you talk to KD about weightlifting for strength and size.

  • @MrIslandman59
    @MrIslandman59 4 місяці тому +1

    I met David when he was assigned to Kings Bay(1987/88), he leaned over to look through my survey instrument and almost knocked it into the Crooked River when he forgot to flip his hard hat backwards! He was very apologetic and a nice guy!

  • @CH-sr1js
    @CH-sr1js 2 місяці тому +2

    We need more David robinsons in the world

  • @user-lf5bm5tm1q
    @user-lf5bm5tm1q 5 місяців тому +21

    The best arms in the history of the NBA!

    • @TheSands83
      @TheSands83 5 місяців тому

      Oh yeah he was fucking yoked😂 insane athlete but just ended up in the Jordan n Hakeem era of their prime. Once Jordan’s retired n Hakeem got old he got his ring. Even with Duncanon his team… Malone n Stockton beat them down in 98 .

    • @kylecraig6789
      @kylecraig6789 5 місяців тому

      Seriously tho, those genetics are truly insane.

    • @JimBrave-ri1oc
      @JimBrave-ri1oc 5 місяців тому +1

      @@TheSands83 One thing to note. Everytime he was on the floor he was Double teamed. Yet Avery would still pass to him and David would Still Jam on the double. Avery was never guarded. He was a CBA player that averaged 9 ppg in the CBA. He was a 10 day pick up by Don Nelson in 1991. Then The Spurs saw he was cheap so they signed him for a few years. He was not a PG that could draw a double team like Stockton could. Vinny Del Negro was an ok player in a summer league at a Local Rec Center but he was ranked about 50th amoung SG's in the 90's. Willie Anderson wasn't good either.
      Elliott was ok.
      The Spurs without Robinson in those year would've been about a 20-30 win Team each year in that NBA and West. Infact maybe even a 15 win team some years.

    • @TheSands83
      @TheSands83 5 місяців тому

      @@JimBrave-ri1oc I mean Hakeem n jordan we’re fucking doubled nonstop. David was great player but just wasn’t on that level offensively. Lots of guys dealt with double teams. Shaq was triple teamed 😂 I mean jordan n Hakeem used to take the pass n fade away from the double team n still score.

    • @TheSands83
      @TheSands83 5 місяців тому

      @@JimBrave-ri1oc Sean Elliot was a damn good player. N he had Rodman in 94 with Elliot n del negro could shoot. Avery wasn’t great I agree but he wasn’t bad. He had a good midrange jumper but was a poor 3 pt shooter definitely. But u deal with it. It wasn’t Avery’s fault Robinson got schooled in 95.

  • @ButlerFam
    @ButlerFam 5 місяців тому +1

    Class act. Never a negative story about him off the court. Instead of leaving school early he fulfilled his commitment. He made me a Spurs fan. Go Spurs Go.

  • @high-defRJ
    @high-defRJ 4 місяці тому +1

    One of my favorite players of all time, my favorite center of all time.
    I have so much admiration for those who are academically talented and also possess great talent elsewhere, whether it be sports or music.

  • @chrissilva2166
    @chrissilva2166 4 місяці тому +1

    A true god-given humility and understanding of The Human Condition we need more humans like him on this planet... all young people need to watch this video

  • @HigherPowerWorldWide
    @HigherPowerWorldWide 5 місяців тому +7

    Impressive man, who hears a voice that calls him to things that are bigger than himself. Would love ro coodinat with Him to change the World for the Better. Great voice, great inspiration Praise God from Whom All Blessings flow.

  • @jamesosei6888
    @jamesosei6888 4 місяці тому +2

    One of my favorite players from the 90s era

  • @briancanterberry3085
    @briancanterberry3085 5 місяців тому +13

    Thank you, David Robinson for your service and being a great example. NBA today needs to look at you, Jordan, Larry Bird, Dominique Wilkins, etc as to what professionals are how to act.

  • @alxholic
    @alxholic 5 місяців тому +4

    Hes one of those perfect human beings. The NBA and USA are lucky to have him.

    • @roshangeorge2127
      @roshangeorge2127 4 місяці тому

      The world is lucky to have him not just USA

  • @MAB1907
    @MAB1907 5 місяців тому +8

    I know if I live my life for Jesus Christ and do the right things when no one is looking, I’ll be able to meet David in heaven…. Thank you for some amazing memories all of you that played back then were absolutely the best players on the planet on and off the court…

  • @carrotop96
    @carrotop96 5 місяців тому +7

    The Admiral

  • @IvanGarcia-cx5jm
    @IvanGarcia-cx5jm 4 місяці тому +1

    One of the greatest players and people the NBA have seen. Deserves a significant spot in the basketball hall of fame.

  • @nbagoats4819
    @nbagoats4819 5 місяців тому +4

    David was one of my all time favorite players. To me if he had loved the game a little more he coulda been in the GOAT conversation. He could do everything. He had the body, athleticism, could shoot. Just amazing player.

  • @johnsommmers5564
    @johnsommmers5564 5 місяців тому +1

    This is what we ALL strive for truly humble and one of the GREATEST players of all Time!! Blessings Mr Robinson

  • @junebugg1927
    @junebugg1927 4 місяці тому +1

    I just started watching this channel. I love, love, love this channel. Joe Buck has a great channel. I had to subscribe.

  • @surfingtexas
    @surfingtexas 5 місяців тому +3

    Legendary human being.

  • @donaldsquires2674
    @donaldsquires2674 4 місяці тому +1

    The Admiral deserves all his accolades next to his name. Period! He needed that one piece and he got it in Tim Duncan. The rest is history. Robinson was tough and I always felt he was a solid player even before Duncan got there. Robinson is the absolute Truth. Period!

  • @Bangbangbigelow
    @Bangbangbigelow 3 місяці тому +1

    David Robinson for president!! 🇺🇸

  • @stephanefortin6497
    @stephanefortin6497 4 місяці тому +1

    What a great gentlemen.....very impress by his humility and intelligence....great interview and conversation

  • @keithnelson7629
    @keithnelson7629 5 місяців тому +1

    Great interview one of my childhood heros

  • @5rodan5
    @5rodan5 5 місяців тому +2

    January 2024! What in Inspiration of Tithe and Seed Planting by Mr. David Robinson. I've always respected this man and his Character and I'm a better man for this interview. May we all grow from this interview and grow into our calling in 2024

  • @shanewoods1980
    @shanewoods1980 5 місяців тому +2

    My favorite player as a young one was penny hardaway right behind him was the admiral. Both have turned out to be very humble and have done really great things outside of their basketball careers

  • @roaldrealtornews7143
    @roaldrealtornews7143 5 місяців тому +5

    Special days in Texas with Da Spurs..

  • @jeonglee657
    @jeonglee657 4 місяці тому +1

    One of the best interview I ever watches ....thank you!

  • @944clogue
    @944clogue 5 місяців тому +5

    True Class....

  • @chadchesney3858
    @chadchesney3858 5 місяців тому +14

    Yeah the “twin towers” monicker had been used before. Buuut because of their talent and SUCCESS David and Tim and it iconic. They are the definitive NBA “Twin Towers”. Great interview. David is just such a great guy. I mean that reputation is even more we’ll known than his play. Everybody knows he was a great player. But he is KNOWN for being a TERRIFIC MAN. That’s why I like Dave.

    • @mattpatrick2564
      @mattpatrick2564 5 місяців тому +4

      So true, he was then and continues to be just a top notch human being!

    • @horse-4598
      @horse-4598 5 місяців тому

      Was

  • @MarkKramKarmVI
    @MarkKramKarmVI 5 місяців тому +7

    Great interviews🙂💥💫

  • @haroldlauron7894
    @haroldlauron7894 5 місяців тому +3

    God bless the ADMIRAL CAPITAL!

  • @stevenguevara2184
    @stevenguevara2184 4 місяці тому +1

    Such a Great Man. Someone You can look up to