This week, Shaun Livingston, a three-time NBA champion known for his incredible comeback from a devastating knee injury, shares his journey from high school phenom to NBA star. He reflects on the pressures of Peoria basketball and his decision to jump straight to the NBA instead of attending Duke. Shaun opens up about his resilience during recovery and his pivotal role in the Warriors' dynasty, highlighted by their first championship victory. He also shares insights on teammate dynamics with legends like Steph Curry and Kevin Durant.
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Peoria Basketball History
Shaun Livingston discusses growing up in Peoria, Illinois, and witnessing its golden era of basketball in the 90s.
He highlights influential figures like Howard Nathan, Serge McClain, and Frank Williams, emphasizing their impact on his basketball journey.
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Ball Boy Days and Mike Robinson
Livingston recalls being a ball boy for Richwoods High School and watching Mike Robinson, a McDonald's All-American.
He describes Robinson's impressive scoring ability and playing style, likening it to Glenn "Big Dog" Robinson.
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Illinois High School Basketball
Livingston describes the competitive atmosphere of Illinois high school basketball.
He recalls witnessing Ronnie Fields' legendary dunk over Sergio McClain, emphasizing the intensity and excitement of these games.
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Illinois, stand up!! This week we got a Peoria legend, three-time NBA champion, and another straight-outta-high school guy, none other than Shaun Livingston. Shaun tells what it was like being a high school phenom, then deciding to go to the draft instead of Duke, and shares his journey from devastating injury to becoming a key member in the Warriors dynasty. Shaun is one of the realest out there. Tune in!
Illinois hoops lore (4:00)
Winning Mr. Basketball in Illinois (16:22)
Going straight from high school to the NBA, getting drafted fourth by the Clippers (25:37)
Suffering his devastating knee injury and the process of returning to the NBA (49:50)
Signing with the Nets, Shaun’s comeback story (1:01:53)
Signing with the Golden State Warriors and the beginning of the dynasty (1:05:23)
Leading Warriors bench with Andre Iguodola (1:13:20)
Winning the first championship in Warriors history (1:15:41)
Kevin Durant coming to GSW and what that was like (1:25:49)
Steph Curry’s greatness and leadership (1:28:40)
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