Austin Rivers: Man On A Mission

Austin Rivers putting in work during the off season in Orlando.
Video Shot and Edited by Ryan Currie
High School Photoshoot Photos by Scott Bynum, Directed by Ryan Currie

[@jaybriggs2430]

Anybody else admires the way he takes off when he jumps?

[@ceeebiscuit]

the two feet lift off

[@finallyfamousjames]

Christian Aranez two feet always looks better

[@jaybriggs2430]

Yea 2 feet looks better but his take off just looks fancier, like a pretty boy jumper. Its like he jumps for a picture instead of jumping to just dunk

[@DMVLeGenD96]

Jay Briggs It may look better, but it's probably less effective because by jumping off two feet, it takes longer to gather and defenders can catch up to you at the rim.

[@jaybriggs2430]

Yea you right, but when he jumps off 1 foot it's off his right foot. But he's just better off 2

[@James9533]

I respect this guy a whole hell of a lot. He doesn't drink, he doesn't smoke , he just focuses on greatness. That's admirable. Lot of you dudes here talking shit need to put that same work ethic into your shit.

[@DoughJames]

He doesn't focus on greatness. That's his problem. If he JUST focused on greatness, he'll be one of the best guards in the NBA. He's disappointing me. I said he was going to suck in the NBA, but I changed over the last couple of years. I think with the NBA rule changes he can be really good. And I want people to realize how awful of a coach Monty Williams was.

[@luvbreeezy]

DoughJames no it's not that easy to just be one of the BEST guards in the NBA. Everyone out there is prob focused on greatness lmao

[@DoughJames]

No, it's not easy to just be one of the BEST guards in the NBA, but it is doable for him. There are 217 guards in the NBA. Austin has the the potential to be in the top 15-20 guards. LMAO HELL NO! Every one is not focused on greatness LMAO What NBA are you watching? Do you think JR Smith is focused on greatness? Do you think Michael Beasley is focused on greatness? Do you think Jamal Crawford has ever focused on greatness? Seriously? lmao A lot of guys just like to play ball. Even more of the players just like the LIFESTYLE that the NBA affords. They focus or care about being great. A lot them just care about just keeping their jobs.

[@TheCrazedLorry98]

"to be great you have to be different" very true

[@TommyJereiah]

+TheCrazedLorry98 Absolutely

[@ExpCommie]

1st basketball documentary ive seen that isnt trying too hard to be something irs not. Props to this video its great and its awesome how austin is not trying to be deep, he keeps it real

[@armanc25]

That really inspired the hell out of me!!!!! With God my side and a work ethic like his I definitely believe I can be as good as I ever thought I good be for sure!! God bless this dude and I hope he keeps on grinding getting ready for another tough but very successful season next year!! Good shit Austin.

[@theblackflashchronicles2]

I swear everybody making excuses fr. Austin being in the NBA isn't entirely because of his dad. The dude was well known in high school and had a pretty decent time as a college player and this year in the NBA he has shown he deserves to still be here yall gotta give players time to grow cause it's difficult playing in the NBA you not gonna be outstanding as a rookie you gonna have struggles the first year, but if you willing to put the work in you'll be on the road to success for sure. Look at Jimmy Butlers rookie year he wasn't all that either until now because he constantly put the work in. Most rookies in NBA never make a huge impact when they come to there new team. What I would really love to see is if one of those new rookies can bring a championship there first year

[@Moryb]

Preach

[@jameslinares6760]

Anthony Jimenez norris cole brought a championship his first year Kappa

[@theblackflashchronicles2]

But he didn't do much in the regular season or playoffs his numbers even show that. James Linares and he got no bench time because either way every rookie in his class was better than him.

[@jameslinares6760]

I know I was kidding. He was a great team player and lock down defender in his rookie season and beyond though. A lot of what he did didn't show up on the box score, but yeah of course we didn't win a championship because of him.

[@theblackflashchronicles2]

Oh lol my bad bro James Linares

[@WO2411]

Man this crazy coming back years later I don’t think people understand how cold Austin rivers was coming out of high school he was one of the best high school players ever💯 he was definitely one of my favorite players

[@alfredopalacios1587]

Honestly, Austin Rivers is my favorite player.. you're great man

[@123123000000]

I know you all saw Austin RIvers goin hard af against the Blazers with his eye fucked up. This dude got heart, and he's gonna step up big soon.

[@DoughJames]

He needs to 100% focus on basketball!!! He doesn't do that. If he did, he'll be a top 7 point guard.

[@dwjrme]

I love Austin Rivers. The kid has been solid, and is going to be something great!

[@joshuaadams-ri2su]

I want to see him do really well he's been humbled since he came into the league. You can tell by the tone of his voice

[@PaxThePrince]

I really appreciate this! As a player it's important to see what other people do.

[@createdplayers]

this is dope.

[@keezusx3994]

leave the man alone , he shot looks good to me & even if it doesn't, he still knocks them down , like all these hate comments are really stupid.

[@keezusx3994]

his*

[@MrCookieMonsta656]

This coach is on every video

[@zachbshorty]

Been an austin rivers fan since his high school days and he still beastin and feastin.

[@thatguythatdoesstuff7448]

I gained a lot of respect for him just now when he spoke in a public forum about his weaknesses (right hand finisher). Most players are too proud to admit that kind of thing. Work on it Austin ... I hope you do very well in upcoming NBA seasons.

[@GuitarCaliburx]

Love how he has become so wise and humble. Good listening to this dude

[@zanec.campbell985]

I love Austin! Good luck this year!

[@Colossal322]

Sick the pelicans r gunna be good this year if he keeps proving. Been hoping he was gunna get better.

[@youngsick7140]

Austin Rivers is one of my favorite players...keep workin he's only goin to get better...I got faith in bro

[@bball23mark]

Great video! Love Austin's mentality and work ethic

[@aboutmillions]

Glad to see his release has gotten quicker, and he's workin hard to not be a "bust" i cant do anything but respect it! Hope he shows out next year.

[@Dom2K]

Ayee he puttin on for Rollins College. I always see him and the trainer in their puttin in work when I go.

[@johnnyzepeda2693]

And he’s still working hard 🙏🏽

[@ebedmelech144]

I wish this kid all the best, what a refreshing look at his summer workout. If he stays healthy, he'll have a good year. 12ppg, 6 assist, 3 rebs

[@ShooboLoco13]

I love this dude! He know what he wants and he will get it

[@malikharwell8141]

Good luck with your season Austin. He is going he is to kill this year

[@daoudarif7303]

THIS BOY IS BALLIN RIGHT NOW!

[@GoldenGunNetwork]

Absolutely awesome content for developing players.

[@xdivisionvision]

Austin Rivers holds the title for best hoopsmixtapes.

[@wegotnextt]

Feeling this video man. Definitely pulling for that man Austin

[@stephenpridgeongarner3]

Loved this boy at Duke.. Can't wait to see what he gives my Clippers! He finally has the chance to prove himself with good talent surrounding him. Right situation.. Got a great leader/role model in CP & Jamal & oh yeah his Pops coaching him. Let's get it Austin. Sky's the limit

[@TheCarolSam]

Nice! With God you can do it..Good documentary!

[@coleransom8250]

Mad respect for him after watching that... Love seeing him strive to be better

[@80graham80cruz]

Great idea for a series love watching AR hoop

[@J.O_wit_tha_K.O]

coming from orlando and growing up playing against Austin i definitely look up to him and hope he does really well this year.

[@seabass8242]

Really want him to succeed next season, great to see he's putting in work. Hope it translates to the league!

[@ajrjosephson304]

Thank you for this sooo much! AJR my Fav player man, this is great.

[@Hoka2]

I always liked AR even when he was in HS but I truly see that he's gonna be a good player this year.

[@giovionnereid6293]

Can't wait to see him play this year! A lot of talk I want to see him do it

[@y0urSJ]

love seeing this guy work hard very inspiring...i see greatness in him

[@jordanbase13]

I'm liking the videos you have been releasing like this lately keep em coming

[@at0mappl3]

I've been rooting for this guy since day 1 of his NBA career, but this year is crucial for him. If he can't start playing with the ability or confidence he had at Duke or even in high school, he could be out of a job in the near future.

[@vincentchauvet6654]

Hes a down to earth guy. Solid dude i hope he succeeds.

[@HoopsHQ]

Outstanding video! Really motivational!

[@MrAidizzle]

Amazing Austin has put in work i think my pels gonna be a problem next year!!! Whens episode 2 up?

[@pdot3972]

His form is beautiful

[@jtwice94]

Great head on his shoulders! Not arrogant and has a good work ethic, hope to see him evolve into a great player.

[@aceiams9560]

5 years later, Austin really is more than just your “average NBA player”. He’s killing it in the playoffs right now. So proud of this guy

[@dinojunior2805]

I respect Austin Rivers more now after seeing this and his work ethic

[@EdmondTheCreator]

Damn bro it's a lot hate in comments. Y'all mad cause y'all didn't make it lol. #SpreadPositivity

[@randygomes2482]

Rivers is working, just watch em eat!!!

[@joncallaway4456]

I felt he left college to early he should've stayed and progressed. But I been loved austin rivers game. Need to get that 0 back tho

[@joncallaway4456]

I feel you but he needs to develop more. His body doesn't look like it has matured a whole lot yet

[@joncallaway4456]

I 100% agree with you

[@MrMytube85]

Yeah agree he left too early but I think his competitive nature wouldn't let him stay in college. . This guy is always striving to be the best. .

[@1MrBilliam]

When you have the chance to be a lottery pick, you have to take it no matter what.

[@FuckPolitcs]

Jon Callaway what you mean get that 0 back? He's always been a zero. He was nice in hs, so are tons of players who didn't make the league. He was below average at Duke. And now he's an overrated bench player who runs his damn mouth to much.

[@ryanmagiera4402]

awesome. I wish him the best

[@henryhuang8695]

seems like he's grown a lot. i remember watching some of his high school clips until college - seems like a totally different person. looking forward to see how he does this season.

[@ForthePeople247]

A misson to sit on this bench

[@blueboy1394]

Just because you're coming off the bench doesn't mean you're not good look at James Harden in his okc days

[@jaybriggs2430]

Man you didn't even have to say james harden. Look at Manu Ginobuli, jr smith, jamal crawford. They all come off the bench and are all good.

[@ForthePeople247]

Catch me One on One the Bitch ass Nigga im in the A

[@AzNwacko]

Fred Raynes shoookk oneesss

[@AzNwacko]

how tall are you? im 6'3 185

[@jelorer]

his goal should be to get eric gordon traded this year

[@bofuthereturn]

***** nobody wants him at max contract. he is virtually untradable.

[@vietngyn]

Awesome stuff HTH. Such an underrated channel. AR hope you keep puttin out videos this off season

[@tavariharrington7230]

Real motivation here

[@MrBballer999]

gunna do big things this year

[@dahuqster]

He did pretty well in the playoffs this year. I think he's only about to get better

[@Gungan1566]

Let's go bro!!! Behind you man, looking forward to a great year with the Pelicans! Hopefully you can facilitate a lot more and get them buckets, gunna be hard behind Jrue but keep working and you got it homie!

[@danielbyun]

Underrated . Yeesh...

[@yercnowitzki9679]

Mfs critizing him but Mfs barely even play ball. They just critics

[@HardbodyEnt.Prod.]

He has so many haters but I really fw Austin Rivers, I really admire him after what he says in this video

[@GervmanJr]

How can you dislike the kid? I'm a diehard Kentucky Hoops fans (so naturally I hate Dukies), but he's humble and strives to be better plus he's Doc's son

[@PRangerJinsuCr9]

Very well spoken, i learned a lot!

[@Worm20Deezy]

Way to geaux Austin can't wait to see now you do for the Pelicans this year

[@austinbrock6376]

Hes a good dude forreal. cant hate on that.

[@JH7xXCampus]

I really do have faith in him I want him to be the player we know he can be #real

[@Cuzjudd]

dat work ethic

[@HunchoHamza]

I honestly just gained respect for him and he is having big games in the playoffs.

[@marcusclay1148]

I think Austin's weaknesses are his consistency and IQ, I just saw a game with him starting over CP3 bc he's is injured for the playoffs. I have to admit, the man did not play bad at all, he limited Dame to 22 points and most of them came from the fourth. It was like when I saw that game it made me realized that this dude may be better than people think. TBH if he was a free agent I would pick him up for like 5 or 6 mil a year as a rotational PG.

[@bricen1478]

Now making a real impact on the championship contending Houston Rockets. What a story

[@xSuaarez]

lol dudes he did it he's nba player stop hating

[@tonimarsha-antoine4028]

I like that he said talk is cheap. Cause it's true

[@MichaelCobbs]

Excellent video

[@djoc417]

He should be doing these drills in game speed

[@aleksandarkuznetsov7642]

A very disciplined son, coming from a very disciplined father...

[@savanpatel4496]

People in these comments so trash, some of y'all come on a man's workout video to hate on his craft. Regardless what you say he's putting in work on these courts y'all put in work on comments sections 😪

[@ezetram774]

lmao😂💯

[@thegenerationmax123]

He going to have a good season

[@Lejuanjames]

M.O.A.M

[@busto1234]

I am a fan!

[@mycahp11]

Great video...hope he has a good breakout year.

[@atiqaw]

I never knew him and doc were related should've put 2 and 2 together

[@steinarbragi0322]

he is a beast in 2k

[@alexthesurvivor]

Much respect

[@martinjohansson7411]

The song is willie lynch by paul robinson :)

[@ajrjosephson304]

Dude beasted in preseason, but 1-8, cmon cuh!

[@GamingCentralTV1]

His light skinned with dark skinned tendancies

[@nicktrent8600]

That so true lmao 😂

[@muaaadib]

GamingCentralTV1 lmfao

[@jinojikitomo5065]

+GamingCentralTV1 is he half black or a quarter ?

[@Mickyropa11]

+JINO JIKITOMO half. His mom is white

[@jinojikitomo5065]

ok thx

[@joephillips1593]

you do you man. just gotta go out there and play your game

[@PlexiGaming]

You know whats crazy about hearing him talk about work ethic and hard work? even though he sacrificed alot to get where he is, he still isnt nowhere near even top 30 PG's in the league. just goes to show how fucking difficult getting and maintaining a spot in the NBA is. The level of competition has no ceiling.

[@BeatsbyZay]

"I don't go out to parties...... that much" LOL

[@stevewilliams5026]

He's gotten humbled! After 3 years and some disappointment I think he's starting to see the light. Played well at the end of last season. Starting to get a NBA Body and looks quicker. I know workouts dont tell the whole story but you can tell he knows wassap now.

[@ericdiaz219]

That's my bro!

[@SneakersandSocks1]

Keep making docs

[@sjgotit1871]

same trainer that works with antonio blankeney

[@d.sfontana9891]

Rivs gonna be like Curry he just needs to have the same confidence like he did when he was H.S. Cuz he was impossible to guard.

[@alexandrvinokurov3311]

good job Ryan=)