Valuetainment "Called Me Cement Feet" - Metta World Peace REVEALS Phil Jackson's STRANGE Way To Motivate Champions
Jun 15, 2025
Metta World Peace, a former NBA star and defensive powerhouse, shares captivating tales from his time with the Los Angeles Lakers. He reveals the mind games of Kobe Bryant and the quirks of Phil Jackson's coaching, including his unique blend of humor and meditation to motivate players. Metta also reflects on the intense dynamics of the 2010 Lakers roster, discussing the importance of accountability and legacy over big contracts. Get ready for an inside look at what it takes to excel on and off the court!
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Phil Jackson's Mindful Coaching
- Phil Jackson's coaching style focuses on nurturing and centering players' energy using mindfulness and meditation.
- He holds players accountable by letting them experience failure and solve problems independently rather than micromanaging.
Phil's "Cement Feet" Nickname
- Phil Jackson nicknamed Metta World Peace "cement feet" because of his big, heavy basketball shoes from a Chinese company.
- Metta wore them in the 2010 Finals Game 7 despite the criticism.
Phil's Silent Punishment for Kobe
- Phil punished Kobe Bryant by keeping him on the bench longer instead of verbal reprimands.
- Kobe's intense reaction showed Phil's subtle psychological ways to motivate even superstars.