Imagine Starks making that shot in game 6 of the finals instead of Hakeem blocking it. He would have been finals MVP and Knicks would have a championship to round off that fantastic playoff. Starks would have been remembered for that (and a great playoff) instead of choking in game 7. As a Knicks fan, that was tough to watch. Loved Starks and his big heart.
But that was the problem with Starks. He was incredibly streaky. And the bad streaks took you out of games. And not much in between, something he could fall back to offensively, when his shots were not falling.
As a Suns fan, I always loved watching Starks play and battle Jordan and Miller in the playoffs. He wasn't as talented but played so hard and never backed down.
That's exactly why I admired him...but didn't "like him" lol. He was a fierce competitor that made your team better, so you liked him if he was on your team but didn't like him if he was on the other.
Even a guy like starks would send intimidating vibes across the league if he played today. Just another player that puts out more than most players today, as just a role player. Heart is the separator.
Imo Starks best game was Game 6 in Indiana after Reggie Miller’s Game 5 and infamous choke sign at center court in the Garden. He outplayed him and made sure it got back to the Garden for Game 7. And that really sums up Starks career he was a solid player that had a rare ability to occasionally outplay hall of famers in big games.
a great effort guy. got the absolute most out of the talent he possessed- and a good defender. never should have been looked upon as a scoring option every single night though- because scoring wasnt what got him into the NBA. he became what those hard nosed 90s era knicks teams needed at that 2-slot.
People often forgot how he almost single handedly won the Knicks a championship.. he was on fire in Game 6.. if Hakeem didn't block his shot i'm sure it was on target.. he would've been a Legend.. but Game 7 erased him.
He wasn't the best guard. He wasn't the best Knick. He was, however, my favorite. He had no fear. He went up against guys who were some of the best who ever played and he did it in one of the most demanding and unforgiving towns in America. I loved watching Jon Starks play. Thank you for this video!
Starks was the first NBA player to hit 200 3's in a season (his 94-95 season) and one of my favorites to watch when I was back in high school. People focus on that bad finals game 7 in 94' a little bit too much. He had a bad game, big deal, everyone does sometimes, Starks was a baller. Also, just realized that poster dunk over Horace Grant was with his off hand
John Starks in todays fast paced, 3pt shooting, no handchecking era would average 20+ ppg several times. In the 90s his numbers declined after 94 mostly due to his game 7 performance in the Finals. He just wasn't the same after that.
I thought John was 6'3". He doesn't look like he's 6'5". He could play ball that's for sure and didn't back down from anyone. He has my respect for sure.
I met John Starks in 2008. He’s a real nice humble guy. I took a photo with him, I’m about 6 feet even. and he was only a couple inches taller than me. In reality he’s probably about 6’3 at best.
@@ryank1191 .. he doesn't look that much shorter than houston here: www.alamy.com/stock-photo-new-york-ny-usa-30th-mar-2016-adam-graves-john-starks-alan-houston-101420551.html But yeah, when he was on jordan, jordan definitely looked more than 1 inch taller. Her he is getting in pippen's face, pippen doesn't look 5 inches taller: medium.com/@alcockenator/john-starks-new-yorks-knicks-legend-14e7fbd02f96 Starks got down low on defense and had short arms, so maybe it just made him seem shorter.
That's strange how I only saw Vernon Maxwell truly giving Starks props eventhough their games somewhat mirrored each other for a few yrs before starks became an allstar
You must know this about me, to understand where, when and how I grew up: Born in Seattle in 1973, where I grew up. Sonics and Blazers fan. Japanese-American (showing HOW I grew up). 1993-97 was among the BEST times of my life! (except 1995) 1993-94 was a top three time in my life! (and, my Sonics lost in the first round to Denver, which shows how great everything ELSE in my life was going, that year) In Seattle, replica jerseys were still budding, and KNICKS 3 STARKS were sold in Seattle! I used to pretend I was John Starks, and shoot 3-pointers, and say, "Yes!!" My Dad unexpectedly passed away in 2003. Life hasn't been as happy for me ever since. I have long thought that I'd live to be 48 years old, and pass away in 2021. If I'm indeed in the final year or two of my life, these John Starks and New York Knicks memories are memories that I will cherish, during my final months of life.
John Starks is one of the most underrated guards in NBA history. If anyone has a problem come fight me I live on the moon🤣 seriously I love Starks man he would've made any team the best team to rival the Bulls..yes I said it and I am a Bulls fan even I know the Knicks gave Jordan trouble and Starks didn't back down from Jordan. Now come fight me!!!
As good as John Starks was, in reality because he was such a streaky shooter, John should have been the 3 or even the 4th option on offense. Loved his hustle and energy but I fault the Knicks not getting the legitimate 2nd star, like Mitch Richmond on their team, who can give you 25 to 30 points consistently and take over games when Ewing couldn't. Because they couldn't obtain that player, the burden was too big for Starks, especially in the Finals against a very good defensive team like the Rockets.
Not gonna lie as a Pacer fan I couldn't stand John Starks. I know big surprise but I loved watching him play and respected the heart he had as a player
I remember walking in the NYC subway and a store had a poster of "The Dunk" as it was called. I looked at my Pops, he looks at me and says, "You have to get that poster". Thanks Dad. Thanks John Starks.
Do you know anything about MK Ultra or Project Monarch? Wesley Snipes attended SUNY Purchase and as you mentioned, the Knicks practiced there. I could not understand why they did not have their own practice facility until I learned about MK Ultra. I think SUNY Purchase is affiliated with MK Ultra/Project Monarch. All the NBA players are under Project Monarch mind control programming.
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I live in NYC and am not a knicks fan but we love jonh Stark's cause he played with heart All the time and gave it all he had along with all of those 90s knicks player's
Starks was great, he wasn't the most consistent offensive producer, but he was still the second best offensive option in some great Knicks teams, and played with *fire*. He's a testament to how much hustle and work-ethic matters, and the reason you should take whining from underachievers like Kwame Brown with a grain of salt. You don't need tremendous physical gifts to achieve greatness in the NBA, Starks was only 6'3" with shoes on, definitely on the small side for a two-guard. But he played with heart, he worked his ass off, and we have the great performances to show for it. The two things he's remembered for most, the Dunk and Game 6 of the '94 NBA finals, is fitting. He could get hot and shoot you into a game, or get cold and tank you out of it. It's kind of a tragedy that by the time he joined the Knicks and developed into a starter, Ewing was already starting to slow down.
I love Starks so much and saw him up close a few times-there's no way he was 6'5". He was at least 2 inches less but his height was exaggerated because he was a leaper.
Let's put it this way. Either John Starks is worthy of massive respect, or Jordan didn't have enough of a test/competition during the first 3-peat dynasty and so MJ's first three rings are no big deal. Which side of that argument do you want to be on?
He wasn't the most talented or gifted, but damn did he play hard. Certainly my all-time favorite and his toughness helped get me through the foster care system. Love this guy!
Starks was such a menace to the Bulls. I hated him. But much respect for his ability and skills. He self destructed in the finals. He was fearless but at times he'd get frustrated and it affected his game. He's one of my favorites today. So underrated, but much loved. Thanks for the memories John!
I saw Johnnie play at the Five Seasons Center while he was in the CBA. He gave you everything: good and bad lol. No matter, it was the fact he gave everything, imperfections and all.
Starks, Majerle, Chapman, and a few others were true 90s shooting guards....When Hot: They look like Hall of Famers.....When Not: They'll shoot you outta a game.....
Vernon Maxwell could join that list too lol. He and Starks were very identical. Hot headed and didn't back down from anyone. Never met a shot they didn't like.
I don't really care how good John starks was he was so entertaining to watch. Most NBA players would agree that the New York Knicks in the 1990s were the most fun team to play.
Huge Knicks fan, Starks, alongside Anthony Mason, EMBODIED NY and Basketball in the 90's. A guy who had a never say die attitude because he came from nowhere, (He was literally packing grocery bags.") To becoming an All Star and Sixth Man of the Year. That man was FEARLESS. He backed down from NOBODY. Starks was my Dude. Was nice seeing Johnny Hoops (R.I.P.) in this video. Subscribed.
I will never forget the thrills Starks, Ewing, Oakley and Mason brought me. Those years were so special to me. We were never really that good, but we fought with a vengeance for every loose ball, rebound and open shot. And that NYC playground toughness we brought into the NBA pissed alot of other teams off, but in NY we knew our front court could kick the bejeezus out of any other teams on any night of the week. I miss those days.
Imagine Starks making that shot in game 6 of the finals instead of Hakeem blocking it. He would have been finals MVP and Knicks would have a championship to round off that fantastic playoff. Starks would have been remembered for that (and a great playoff) instead of choking in game 7. As a Knicks fan, that was tough to watch. Loved Starks and his big heart.
@Ha AHMATH Is Back! Yep Hakeem The Dream was the man back then. He showed David Robinson who the real MVP was during their playoff series.
Woulda coulda shoulda
Knicks were on borrowed time. They only got as far as they did because jordan was retired
I still think about those games often. 2-18 from the field right? Friggin heartbreaking.
But that was the problem with Starks. He was incredibly streaky. And the bad streaks took you out of games. And not much in between, something he could fall back to offensively, when his shots were not falling.
When i was a kid..there was something about Starks that really motivated me. Living legend. And im from LA area
John starks legend my favorite player for the New Knicks.
As a Suns fan, I always loved watching Starks play and battle Jordan and Miller in the playoffs. He wasn't as talented but played so hard and never backed down.
Legendary, same here. NBA was so good in those days.
That's exactly why I admired him...but didn't "like him" lol. He was a fierce competitor that made your team better, so you liked him if he was on your team but didn't like him if he was on the other.
John Starks was my favorite player! The guy had so much heart, played with passion, was reckless- and freakin' entertaining!!! Starks for three!!!
Even a guy like starks would send intimidating vibes across the league if he played today. Just another player that puts out more than most players today, as just a role player. Heart is the separator.
Imo Starks best game was Game 6 in Indiana after Reggie Miller’s Game 5 and infamous choke sign at center court in the Garden. He outplayed him and made sure it got back to the Garden for Game 7.
And that really sums up Starks career he was a solid player that had a rare ability to occasionally outplay hall of famers in big games.
👍
He was the heart and soul of the 90s Knicks
One of my favorite players of all time. Loved his heart! Dude left it all out on the court!
Loved him going at Jordan and Pippen!
Watching John play D and drop threes was a lot of fun in the 90's. I always respected that he got 110% from himself.
One of my favorite players growing up.
a great effort guy. got the absolute most out of the talent he possessed- and a good defender. never should have been looked upon as a scoring option every single night though- because scoring wasnt what got him into the NBA. he became what those hard nosed 90s era knicks teams needed at that 2-slot.
HE WAS AWSOME x10 ALL THE HEART IN THE WORLD!!AND A TRUE KNICK TO THE HEART
I used to hate the Knicks but I always liked John Starks. Even though he'd constantly torch my team lol
Legend!
People often forgot how he almost single handedly won the Knicks a championship.. he was on fire in Game 6.. if Hakeem didn't block his shot i'm sure it was on target.. he would've been a Legend.. but Game 7 erased him.
Starks vs Jordan = LEGEND
I was a bulls fan, and whenever I saw him , I feared he would shut down the Jordan 🏀
My favorite player ever
Nice work on John Starks’ playing talents!?
Starks was so hated by the Bulls we booed him even when he was a Bull for like a month 🤣🤣🤣🤣
johnny starks ! remember him ? 🙈🙉
He wasn't the best guard. He wasn't the best Knick. He was, however, my favorite. He had no fear. He went up against guys who were some of the best who ever played and he did it in one of the most demanding and unforgiving towns in America. I loved watching Jon Starks play. Thank you for this video!
Agreed
FACTS
Never really was a knicks fan but loved John starks and the fire he played with. Underrated to say the least.
I have been watching the 94 pacers Knicks series. Just amazing. John did some great things. I thought he was really underrated as a defender.
Starks was fearless on both ends He would chase down and contest shots
His Jersey is still hanging in my office - loved that guy
John Starks was the personification of those early 90's knicks teams. Heart, toughness and hustle.
This was my guy everybody growing up was a jordan fan John starks was my idol lol
Q: How good was John Starks?
A: If you talk 90s basketball, his name has to come up.
Starks was the first NBA player to hit 200 3's in a season (his 94-95 season) and one of my favorites to watch when I was back in high school.
People focus on that bad finals game 7 in 94' a little bit too much. He had a bad game, big deal, everyone does sometimes, Starks was a baller.
Also, just realized that poster dunk over Horace Grant was with his off hand
" first NBA player to hit 200 3's in a season (his 94-95 season)" shortened 3 pt line helped with that.
@@eternalboss1046 that was a funny reminder .I forgot about that highschoolish 3pt line
There were a lot of talented gards in the 1990's and John Starks was a pain in the butt to my favorite team. I can still remember that awesome dunk.
Even though I was a huge Bulls fan at the time, i always loved the Knicks team & especially J.Starks.They for sure deserved a championship.
John Starks in todays fast paced, 3pt shooting, no handchecking era would average 20+ ppg several times. In the 90s his numbers declined after 94 mostly due to his game 7 performance in the Finals. He just wasn't the same after that.
Championship or not. Use to love those 90's Knicks teams. Some very good teams. No doubt.
Yessssir. I just loved the rivalries. Just edge of your seat intensity. Whoooooo just wicked basketball then. Tough tough tough games
I am a Starks fan since 94, loved his passion.
I thought John was 6'3". He doesn't look like he's 6'5". He could play ball that's for sure and didn't back down from anyone. He has my respect for sure.
They tend to exaggerate the heights of athletes. Allan Houston is 6’6” and Starks looked like a child compared to him.
I met John Starks in 2008. He’s a real nice humble guy. I took a photo with him, I’m about 6 feet even. and he was only a couple inches taller than me. In reality he’s probably about 6’3 at best.
More like 6 2 ish.
In the Open Court episode dedicated to New York basketball he said he was 6'2"
@@ryank1191 .. he doesn't look that much shorter than houston here: www.alamy.com/stock-photo-new-york-ny-usa-30th-mar-2016-adam-graves-john-starks-alan-houston-101420551.html But yeah, when he was on jordan, jordan definitely looked more than 1 inch taller. Her he is getting in pippen's face, pippen doesn't look 5 inches taller: medium.com/@alcockenator/john-starks-new-yorks-knicks-legend-14e7fbd02f96 Starks got down low on defense and had short arms, so maybe it just made him seem shorter.
I remember going to starks basketball camp in Tulsa and getting to meet him. He is a cool down to earth 🌍 dude!
So much heart and swagger. Miss players like him
About time you made a video of one of my favorite player of all time. Big time John Starks fan.
Yup. Also deserves to have his jersey in the background of BTM *at least once*
He was one of the BEST 🏀. Especially at defense
As yall see from my profile pic, i use to be called John Starks. And i played like him too. im 5'7, could dunk, and i WISH A NINJA WOULD!!!!!
I'm LA but appreciated how Starks approached the game. He was great for NBA in the days. We know deal with clowns like LBJ.
For some reason, when I played basketball on our high school team, I never wanted to be "Jordan". I always wanted to be "Starks"
Me too!
My favourite team of all time the 90s Knicks
One of my favorite player in the 90s. Thanks for this video. Not many YT channel give him credit.
With all due respect , I did not like that new tune on intro . That jazzy intro was that link in what the old school ball feels like
Exactly my thoughts too.
Starks is the reason I started watching basketball. Never saw someone take so many 3s, olden day Curry lol
I would have liked to see more players from opposing teams talk about John Starks and what they thought about him
That's strange how I only saw Vernon Maxwell truly giving Starks props eventhough their games somewhat mirrored each other for a few yrs before starks became an allstar
Agreed. Jordan talks about how tough "the Knicks" were... but who one the Knicks was guarding him?
You must know this about me, to understand where, when and how I grew up: Born in Seattle in 1973, where I grew up. Sonics and Blazers fan. Japanese-American (showing HOW I grew up). 1993-97 was among the BEST times of my life! (except 1995) 1993-94 was a top three time in my life! (and, my Sonics lost in the first round to Denver, which shows how great everything ELSE in my life was going, that year) In Seattle, replica jerseys were still budding, and KNICKS 3 STARKS were sold in Seattle! I used to pretend I was John Starks, and shoot 3-pointers, and say, "Yes!!" My Dad unexpectedly passed away in 2003. Life hasn't been as happy for me ever since. I have long thought that I'd live to be 48 years old, and pass away in 2021. If I'm indeed in the final year or two of my life, these John Starks and New York Knicks memories are memories that I will cherish, during my final months of life.
John Starks is one of the most underrated guards in NBA history. If anyone has a problem come fight me I live on the moon🤣 seriously I love Starks man he would've made any team the best team to rival the Bulls..yes I said it and I am a Bulls fan even I know the Knicks gave Jordan trouble and Starks didn't back down from Jordan. Now come fight me!!!
Starks will forever be a legend.
I was Chicago Bulls fan back in the 90’s but John Starks was my favorite player from the Knicks for real !👍
As good as John Starks was, in reality because he was such a streaky shooter, John should have been the 3 or even the 4th option on offense. Loved his hustle and energy but I fault the Knicks not getting the legitimate 2nd star, like Mitch Richmond on their team, who can give you 25 to 30 points consistently and take over games when Ewing couldn't. Because they couldn't obtain that player, the burden was too big for Starks, especially in the Finals against a very good defensive team like the Rockets.
They could never get a potent small forward.
They could've drafted Sprewell in 92 instead of Huberts lame career role playing ass
Bulls fan here.
Starks was one of the toughest players ever. Had a ton of respect for that guy.
Not gonna lie as a Pacer fan I couldn't stand John Starks. I know big surprise but I loved watching him play and respected the heart he had as a player
ALWAYS, ALWAYS, ALWAYS love John Starks. Starks NEVER won anything, but he will ALWAYS be my number 2 favorite NBA player behind Steph Curry
I remember walking in the NYC subway and a store had a poster of "The Dunk" as it was called. I looked at my Pops, he looks at me and says, "You have to get that poster". Thanks Dad. Thanks John Starks.
Starks would be a great player in today's NBA.
Show the dunk on Hakeem Olajuwon... I love Starks
Best John Starks quote.( Did this dude just did this?) Lol
i Think Starks was more like 6’2-6’3, he played 6’5 tho easily. all heart. loved him.
He was 6-5
I attended SUNY Purchase when the Knicks practiced there. John Starks taught me the tear drop.
Do you know anything about MK Ultra or Project Monarch? Wesley Snipes attended SUNY Purchase and as you mentioned, the Knicks practiced there. I could not understand why they did not have their own practice facility until I learned about MK Ultra. I think SUNY Purchase is affiliated with MK Ultra/Project Monarch. All the NBA players are under Project Monarch mind control programming.
존스탁스는 아직도 내가 제일 좋아하는 선수입니다.
조던이 100점짜리 선수라면..
스탁스는 80점 이 될지 모를 선수지만..
정신력과 열정, 투지로..
드렉슬러, 바클리 등 전설적인 선수들보다 더 조던을 상대로 치열하게 도전하고..
늘 전투적이고 열정적인 모습에..
게임을 지배하던 영웅이었습니다.
One of my favorite ballers hard nosed defense
Underrated for sure.
I never was a Knicks fan, but John Stark's belongs in the NBA Hall of Fame.He played his butt off!!!
If that championship-clinching buzzer beater in Game 6 went in, an entirely different history of the NBA would have been written
I live in NYC and am not a knicks fan but we love jonh Stark's cause he played with heart All the time and gave it all he had along with all of those 90s knicks player's
His game is made for this era for sure
Starks was great, he wasn't the most consistent offensive producer, but he was still the second best offensive option in some great Knicks teams, and played with *fire*. He's a testament to how much hustle and work-ethic matters, and the reason you should take whining from underachievers like Kwame Brown with a grain of salt. You don't need tremendous physical gifts to achieve greatness in the NBA, Starks was only 6'3" with shoes on, definitely on the small side for a two-guard. But he played with heart, he worked his ass off, and we have the great performances to show for it. The two things he's remembered for most, the Dunk and Game 6 of the '94 NBA finals, is fitting. He could get hot and shoot you into a game, or get cold and tank you out of it.
It's kind of a tragedy that by the time he joined the Knicks and developed into a starter, Ewing was already starting to slow down.
That Houston series all ways
Kills me
I love Starks so much and saw him up close a few times-there's no way he was 6'5". He was at least 2 inches less but his height was exaggerated because he was a leaper.
That Starks dunk v the bulls was one of the best ever.
I was huge Knicks & Starks fan during Bulls era even though POrtland is where I’m from and Blazers my team. I so bad wanted them to stop Mike
Let's put it this way. Either John Starks is worthy of massive respect, or Jordan didn't have enough of a test/competition during the first 3-peat dynasty and so MJ's first three rings are no big deal. Which side of that argument do you want to be on?
My favorite Knick. Awesome video!
Really fkn good, and a guy who turned the playoffs into must see TV.
He wasn't the most talented or gifted, but damn did he play hard. Certainly my all-time favorite and his toughness helped get me through the foster care system. Love this guy!
Loved Starks! A fiery player .
As a Bulls fan, I really appreciated Starks heart. He could have easily been a Bulls player. John should've won a 'chip in his career.
he played 4 the bulls at 1 point
no thank
John Starks was not a great player, but he gave you everything he had. He was always my favorite player.
Starks was such a menace to the Bulls. I hated him. But much respect for his ability and skills. He self destructed in the finals. He was fearless but at times he'd get frustrated and it affected his game. He's one of my favorites today. So underrated, but much loved. Thanks for the memories John!
The sad part is that he was really good in games 2 - 6 of that finals. He sucked in the bookend games.
I saw Johnnie play at the Five Seasons Center while he was in the CBA. He gave you everything: good and bad lol. No matter, it was the fact he gave everything, imperfections and all.
He was one of the BEST to me, and I LOVE the man. God bless him...
left handed baseline tomahawk jam. wow. i love you john man crush.
He was way too streaky. He can go from scoring 30 in one game to shooting 3 for 18 the next
The New York Knicks and Pacers was fun to watch back 80 and 90
John Starks was the Alex Caruso of the 90's.
My favorite player growing up and I believe his jersey should’ve been retired for the Knicks #3 💯
Agree 100%!
What it's not!?! What are they waiting for?
@@NigelHenry and what makes it even more disrespectful is the players that are wearing it are so trash smh
Starks was my favorite player back in the day
Starks, Majerle, Chapman, and a few others were true 90s shooting guards....When Hot: They look like Hall of Famers.....When Not: They'll shoot you outta a game.....
Vernon Maxwell could join that list too lol. He and Starks were very identical. Hot headed and didn't back down from anyone. Never met a shot they didn't like.
When your fame comes from guarding Micheal Jordan “WELL”, your a baller
I don't really care how good John starks was he was so entertaining to watch. Most NBA players would agree that the New York Knicks in the 1990s were the most fun team to play.
Absolutely. Whether the Knicks won or lost, the fans ALWAYS "got a show". 🥰. Starks, Patrick, Mase, Oak, Greg Anthony, Pat Riley, man they were it
Pretty much my favorite player as a kid !
Huge Knicks fan, Starks, alongside Anthony Mason, EMBODIED NY and Basketball in the 90's. A guy who had a never say die attitude because he came from nowhere, (He was literally packing grocery bags.") To becoming an All Star and Sixth Man of the Year. That man was FEARLESS. He backed down from NOBODY. Starks was my Dude. Was nice seeing Johnny Hoops (R.I.P.) in this video. Subscribed.
Solidly underrated
This was so great - thank you for this wonderful tribute to a great underdog story
Starck = 1 of the 90's legends
My favorite Knicks player ever
I am a Bulls fan so in my youth I disliked him. As I look back he was a very good player that played 100% on both ends.
I will never forget the thrills Starks, Ewing, Oakley and Mason brought me. Those years were so special to me. We were never really that good, but we fought with a vengeance for every loose ball, rebound and open shot. And that NYC playground toughness we brought into the NBA pissed alot of other teams off, but in NY we knew our front court could kick the bejeezus out of any other teams on any night of the week. I miss those days.
1st time I saw him was @ a Rockers game...always enjoyed him as a Knick. He's an NBA "Rocky" story for sure.
They need to retire his jersey and New York