Damian Lillard Speaks on joining Giannis in Milwaukee, NBA Top 75, playing in the bubble & more!

We've got a repeat offender live on location for the second time!! Milwaukee Bucks' Superstar Damian Lillard joins Knuckleheads once again to chop it up with Q and D. Dame goes behind the scenes on his trade to the Milwaukee Bucks, discusses how losing CJ McCollum in Portland affected him, what it was like playing in the bubble and describes what the NBA 75 experience was like. Tune in to one of the biggest bucket getters ever!
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[@A_Brion]

31:29 MJ part... 🔥🔥🔥

[@BrotherChancy]

Good lookin

[@anu5457]

Thanks bro 🙌🏼

[@ChryslerChristler]

The way Dame described seeing MJ walk out the hallway in the top 75 ceremony kinda reminds me of Iverson's HOF speech when he was describing what it felt like seeing MJ for the first time.

[@miguelladinodevera614]

Answer said he thought Mike was glowing lol Mike had the shoes and the aura just walking into the game. His Airness def was on for that game even though he gets crossed by AI😅

[@leokennedy4557]

@@miguelladinodevera614and Jordan smoked AI and the Sixers that whole game. But I’m sure you didn’t want to mention that fact.🐐

[@user-rz2gp2hm9z]

Name someone who didnt get crossed by AI 🤷‍♂️​@miguelladinodevera614

[@BNTministries]

I like any interview that Dame does because it never feels like he’s trying to be politically correct. He’s just straightforward and honest and he’s with you.

[@michaelurbanek4421]

I agree with this. He's funny at time too.

[@JudgeDredd_]

Oh that's just Town.

[@kortinskeep2318]

That’s something I respect about him as a person he doesn’t feel the need to talk himself up he lets his work speak for him and doesn’t downplay his shortcomings either always knows when he needs to be better

[@mariapekson7704]

yes that's true

[@albundy495]

Give Dame and Giannis a little time... Legends in the making

[@aa6973]

Ahh, that’s not how it usually works. Unfortunately I know those 2 aren’t going to work out..

[@lukekiefer5964]

@@aa6973Whatever dude, who tf are you to “know” shit ab two top 75 players ever joining together based off of 1/6 of the season?

[@yrnsheik4451]

@@lukekiefer5964people just be bored talking

[@greyyb8860]

@@aa6973Jamal and joker work, embiid and maxey are working, so what’s the problem, as soon as Giannis stops trying to bring the ball up court and figure out how to get easier points on the block then they’ll click frfr

[@trewic8678]

@@aa6973 that’s how it always works. tf u talkin about? lebron and wade took two seasons to work. shaq and kobe took multiple seasons to develop. they have a new coach a new duo and a new bench. and they’re still 11-5. give it time

[@pipkinsdb]

That Jordan segment was hilarious!

[@gainztrain9890]

Dame admitting he didn't feel he deserved it over Tmac, Vince and Dwight was big.. Props to him for that

[@showgamez5257]

never said that

[@curveywinds2304]

N just because he did say that makes me consider him rightfully being there before them

[@cousinchris5851]

Great episode. D-Miles interviewing skills are getting top tier. His questions, quick rebuttals, timing, ability to let the guests speak. I'm impressed.

[@RL-90]

He’s the best sports podcast guy right now to me

[@michaelroelant7134]

Josiah jackson is lit too!

[@ishetrying]

I love Dame's story about the top 75. Mentioning Magic and Isiah. Hard to find two greater.

[@2pugshakur50]

Blazers fan for life…I remember watching dame in summer league and I’m like this dude is gonna be rookie of the year.He’s special.He’s always poised,plays the game at his own speed.I hope he gets one with the bucks

[@iLoveLucy420]

Same.and I hope he can do what Clyde Drexler(my favorite player of all time) did and win a ring after leaving.just like I did for Clyde I will root for Dame even when he plays against the Blazers cause Dame is the second person to play for the Blazers that I like more than the team itself.Clyde Drexler being the first.

[@michaelroelant7134]

As a bucks fan i´m more concerned for the playoffs and how the defence evolve..cus you can´t outscore every opponent!jrue should been kept for using him at the 2 and vice versa for dame

[@2pugshakur50]

@@michaelroelant7134 brogdon is available as a two way player.He was sixth man last year

[@662Cno]

We need a Monta episode

[@lakeshoresubtleties]

Been saying. But glad to see Dame for sure.

[@kendrickwilliams6104]

Facts

[@akachiazubuike1109]

Yes!

[@woopty8878]

Get Tae on and some old school euros...

[@b.o.1951]

That would be fire

[@alanfortune3092]

This is exactly why The Knuckleheads. All the Smoke, Gil's Arena, etcetera, are needed! Damien Lillard is a true Professional and speaks clearly about his value system consistently. When he says that he was willing to ride things out with PDX, I believe he was being genuine. Not once did he trash Portland, the Organization, the City or it's fans. He spoke of his time in Portland with respect and dignity... The interview also tells you something about Dame's relationship with The Knuckleheads. He could have shared this with anyone and chose them. Mad props! Impressed with how far D. Miles has come as an interviewer and for Q. Richardson giving him the latitude to run with it. No ego on Q's part! True friendship and love! Big props to both Dame and The Knuckleheads!

[@Kingbossdon]

This is his 2nd time up here

[@alanfortune3092]

@Kingbossdon Yes, that's true, I forgot to mention that he had been on thier podcast before. If I remember correctly, Dame was one of thier earlier guest! Which goes to validate my point; Dame felt/feels comfortable with The Knuckleheads to share his thoughts about his summer. I'll repeat my earlier statement, it's important for these athlete driven podcasts for the current and past players to go to explain/express thier thoughts, intentions and positions...

[@longlivedagoat3109]

Well said

[@cristianluna-hernandez2377]

The "i still aint met'em" shows there really are levels to this.

[@mavsnation4life]

🗣Yo yo yo, we Liiive on location. Salute to the knuckleheads for the continued success , and Dame Dolla for the 2x ep, great story teller.

[@garrettphifer6986]

The stars look up to MJ stop capping debating him with any other player recognize and appreciate the greatest

[@longlivedagoat3109]

Everybody gets passed up eventually 👑

[@garrettphifer6986]

@@longlivedagoat3109 love that man more than the game a tru fanboy indeed

[@user-rz2gp2hm9z]

​@longlivedagoat3109 Im a Pistons fan and fan of LBJ... but I seen Jordan... he was better than all of them! Nobody passed him up

[@jsongz201]

If ya can get MJ on there to talk that’s Legendary to this podcast like uff 🔥

[@mattnoah8309]

An MJ episode would be epic

[@BuellerTELEVISION]

So crazy

[@bctannng]

Awesome bubble stories. I hope we the hoopers will someday also give kudos to the staff who made that whole ish possible. Not only were players separated from their families, but you have to imagine how difficult it was for all the ppl behind the scenes building the courts, clinics, safety measures, etc. real champs there

[@Billnyehentaiguy]

I want to see Steve Blake on one of these NBA podcasts, his stories would be legendary

[@cheryldthomas9415]

Love dame. He made me a portland fan now im a buck fan. Great interview. Knuckleheads deserve more love because yall show was the 1st bball podcast and u are still going strong. Congrats❤

[@ryanhavens24]

Thank you for uploading this on thanksgiving, i unfortunately don’t have one to go to this year and this was my thanksgiving dinner 😊 thanks again knuckleheads ❤

[@ryanhavens24]

And happy thanksgiving 😊

[@keeks1130]

Travel brother. That’s the best to do when you spend holidays alone. Take time to travel somewhere and treat yourself

[@zachzabala]

Love the Bucks representation on the sweatshirt dame. You know the city got your back 🔥💪

[@allemoney]

Dame said what I’ve been saying about the Bubble. Folks were playing their best ball in the Bubble. And the Lakers came out on top.

[@tsvetomirkrastev6651]

Looking back at that time, the Lakers really had the best squad in the bubble. Lebron,AD,Rondo,Dwight,KCP,Caruso,Kuzma,McGee. I dont understand why they blew up it next year.

[@heigherheights21]

​@tsvetomirkrastev6651 they had to pay all those players and that was not possible

[@sheneedsyrruup]

Everyone playing at their best, everyone under the same circumstances and “disadvantages” . No excuses for that.

[@squeakyclean7]

Yes by far everyone was on their best game.. And most healthy coming off the pause of the season

[@chloedog0506]

Yeah! The bubble favor the old and the always injured.

[@AmandaMarieBrinkley]

LOVE DAME!!!!! such a beautiful shot when he throws like his back and shoulders and arms, he throws them so far back in his shot is so awesome

[@michaelurbanek4421]

Great interview. Always have been a Dame fan and now that he's in Milwaukee absolutely love it. #feartheDEER #dametime

[@timarmstrong6257]

Darius Miles was so fn awesome when he first came to Portland, it’s a drag most people just remember him sitting on the bench eating popcorn.

[@en.4392]

Funny how that top 75 discussion didn't involve LeBron but all about MJ. The top heads not looking at Lebron like that even with his stats they still aren't focusing on him while LeBron will likely be considered A great I don’t see the “All time” part. #Jordan 1s!!!!

[@hoopofficial6613]

Covid & Bubble talk is wiiild. Dame always a smooth listen on both mics 🎤🎙️

[@goat964]

Knuckleheads was one of the first to do it and still dropping good interviews..Nash got that work, went to the sideline, made a pillow and went to sleep

[@TooPippen]

“I still ain’t met Jordan.”😭😭😂🤣

[@YoungSymisCool]

This is a great conversation 👏

[@EusebioBermea]

Circling back around, I’m here for it!!!

[@davidrobinsonstarlightriotmke]

Thanks Dame for doing this interview and I am glad you’re in Milwaukee on the Bucks!!!

[@Kingray2332]

Great interview guys

[@3hristopher]

Great interview asked all the right questions

[@LandrySubira]

brilliant questions from Q & Rich.

[@javianjohnson8746]

This 3:52 is really how I was feeling during the pandemic shutdown too. I was chillin' with fam, watching tv, truly having a great time lol

[@JimeLello]

Dame is so real so glad he's in Milwaukee

[@miguelamaya8467]

DAME DOLLA 🔥🙌🏼 one of my favorite players ever

[@thepoorblackman]

Any Dame interview I'm tapped in and watching the entire thing

[@jsimmons834]

YA'll killing it with guests again this year! If you can't learn from Dame, you not listening. I'd love to hear him talk ball...the details of angles, speed changes, and shooting.

[@allysonthomas6453]

I love you guys! Kicking it hard..dropping word…

[@javianjohnson8746]

11:35 Dame has a great point here, players like Donovan Mitchell and Jamal Murray were so elite in the bubble and it prob has a lot to do with being extremely sharp because of the isolation

[@epyon7773]

18:12 is why dame is so loved. Solid as a rock

[@FiveLifeFishing423]

Great interview again

[@shelikethewayigrrr]

Great interview!!

[@biggdaps]

This interview's already a classic

[@markbantz9699]

Nice interview!

[@nidapro]

get jeff teague funny ass on the show

[@chrisisslick]

A dame and Cole song would be LIVE! 👏🏻

[@Pll06]

Let’s get a Dirk episode!

[@eduardoavila2391]

Dame coming to milwaukee is onme of the best pickups milwaukee has had in a long time long time im saying a championship is coming

[@Napo801]

Happy thanksgiving y’all thanks for keeping us hoop head’s entertained

[@LukeNukem82]

Dame is such a chill dude, I feel like we have the same spirit animal.. a Panda bear..

[@gregorygray8899]

I love that he mentioned Tre Mann, I luv his game. Cam Whitmore down in Houston is nice.

[@mariapekson7704]

great interview!

[@MVPBRE]

32:19 “I still ain’t never met him” lmaooooooooooooooo

[@calv1n777]

What a role model & legend. DAME DOLLA

[@jaredgilbey3598]

Underrated podcast

[@xxxbimmer]

s/o Dmiles man he getting so good at asking these questions

[@gibsonfranchise]

Love the homie dame glad he on are our team

[@malotchee2556]

Shoutout D Miles man. I remember when I was younger u come through to my neighborhood a couple times in Portland and played catch with us.

[@othellorucker8107]

Let’s go dame. Let’s get this chip baby!

[@bpparker1]

I love this podcast, but they kill me when they over-explain their question lol.

[@qtluv27]

This! Or end up answering the Q for the person. Smh

[@bencromwell707]

My Guy Dame💯👍 #DopeInterview

[@jimpact3013]

Best nba pod.

[@sydneydance]

This was so good 😊 Loved the Jordan story 🤣

[@nineteenct]

So dope to here from

[@StephenLee529]

Enjoyed that..🫡🫡🫡🏁

[@saxmanphd]

Bubble had the best camera perspective ever. Court side angle for TV

[@Pll06]

Stephon Marbury Episode!

[@Zo_1987]

Please bring Jordan, Scottie and Rodman on 🔥🔥💯

[@peacefuljourney7228]

I definitely think They’d all come on

[@WO2411]

I met Dame last year at my job in Chicago at Saks Fifth he was in town for the draft lottery, bro one of the realist niggas you goint meet I talked wit him and everything bro had no security wit him either

[@H8DUKE]

That's what happens when you see THE GOAT!!

[@foxball1771]

My guy in the middle drags tf out of questions 🤣 Dame was answering before hed finish

[@relheinz387]

Collab with all the smoke crossover interviews would be dope or with Jeff Teague and 520 podcast

[@BigLeethe4]

I’m glad Dame said an asterisk for the bubble year is BS. When the bubble started I told friends it was going to be best championship because everyone inside was focused on their craft with no outside distractions. As former military my most memorable times were deployments to our “bubble”. Nobody ever says “combat deployments don’t count because you didn’t have to worry about home, family TDY travel, etc.” When you’re on deployment for 45-359 days you were with your team all the time (chow, gym, ‘practice’, ‘game day’, ‘off-day’, etc.). So come ‘game-day’ when you suited up at the squadron you just felt everyone was on point as opposed to being back home where some days Joe might be half-assing because he’s going thru divorce, Bob’s is not sharp because he was at hospital all-night when son’s collarbone got broken at football practice an so-on. And even more reason why NBA bubble was sharpest player competition is because unlike deployments, the bubble players got to observe their “enemy’s” pattern of life, tendencies and in-game play along with having the same refs everyday so it was literally skill-vs-skill and strategy-vs-strategy.

[@edwardlawler9487]

Man the days of FOBs still lets me know anything is possible when you locked in with your crew or 4 or 12 when it’s go time it’s super sharp when you locked in

[@kincamell]

Stellar

[@jaredarrindell]

We need Dirk on this ASAP

[@g..._anthony27]

Negative

[@Pll06]

Facts

[@antonio80594]

Let’s Go!

[@ovosunny7675]

Y’all still talking about the bubble ? DAMN

[@qtluv27]

Right.

[@gibsonfranchise]

We need a Eddie Jones and baron Davis episode

[@mcoeif]

Eddie Jones especially. We haven't seen or heard from that dude since he retired. We never even heard from him when Kobe died considering he was one of the key figures in Kobe's early career.

[@josheasy6716]

Eddie Jones popped in my head earlier this week when I went to Bsktbllreference & EJ page & im like he need a KH episode now yall sayin it 🫡..

[@Artislife1992]

I really love this channel. This is the first female balance perspective platform. 💯💯💯

[@Roc_Official]

Aye Thanksgiving special. Have a good one fellas.

[@gregoryruffin5696]

That first question was wild. Dame is a friend of the Mase and Cam show, so he definitely should've hit the pause button on that one. Ha

[@Skipppp8705]

Dame Dolla got range like a walkie talkie

[@WitnessToDawn]

Dame is a beautiful soul, Solid fuckin dude, role model worthy.

[@markbantz9699]

It’s a real brotherhood!

[@AllThingsconsidered14]

We need monta Ellis

[@BlessedByLTL]

Dame really a goat he so real man ain’t nothing sugar coated

[@tiemann55]

You just can’t have a conversation about basketball without talking about Kobe Bryant , legend .

[@leokennedy4557]

Yes you can, if you’re talking about MJ.

[@RPRJ1992]

The reason why haters are discrediting the bubble championship is that Lebron won it. but real players knew how fun and competitive the game was. Clips blew a 3-1 lead; Heat Upsets bucks. Haters are going to hate whatever you do.

[@phill2]

Phoenix was on a tear too, going 8-0. Even though they didn't make the playoffs, you can't tell me they were not playing with purpose.

[@HurrikaneBEA5T]

No lol no matter who won itd be questionable. But because kobe died,and lakers/nba did everything in power to remind us every 5 seconds through lebron mimicing kobes mannerisms or sayings every win and then acting as if it was the hardest

[@raymondsims7042]

@@HurrikaneBEA5Tshut up

[@spunterage]

Another sensitive player stan trying to rewrite the narrative to protect their boyfriend. People were complaining about the Bubble before it even started. No crowd, no home and away travel, a long break before it started which allowed players to get way more rest and recuperation than normal. Stop getting so emotionally invested in defending players that it makes you invent a persecution complex.

[@tonyfortune346]

Exactly. We all know why people are trying to discredit it. All the teams had to go through the same stuff so it's obviously some hating going on if you're saying it doesn't count.

[@elaguitas440]

DBOOK episode 👏

[@korytang8984]

Q and d. Y’all should have fans for interview

[@kendrickbell8525]

Scootie should be The Knuckleheads Podcast.💯

[@darrengreen5562]

We need a T-Hud episode!

[@iLoveLucy420]

Blazers are my favorite team but sometimes they get a player I like more than the team itself and I will cheer them on to win even against my team,Clyde Drexler(my favorite of all time) was the first and Dame is the second.i just hope he goes on to win a ring or 2 like Clyde did cause even though he’s on a different team he’s still my favorite active player.

[@iLoveLucy420]

@@AmiriHipHop my top 3 blazers are Walton,Dame with Drexler at the top.Honorable mentions are Porter,Robinson and yes Brandon Roy..B-Roy could have been higher on the list if it wasn’t for injuries..those were sad times.

[@eddieogun]

"Live on location with the BLACKEST ONE!"🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@bradenpierce1373]

He the realest

[@nicholasgrover2]

Dame a real one fr

[@crtart54]

"Flunk the covid test" is hilarious