Dennis Rodman Hall Of Fame Speech 2011

[@moeh4491]

His authenticity is so forthright. This is THE most intense, realistic, undisguised speech I’ve ever heard.

[@ripclips]

My favorite athlete of all time. This guy rebounded like no other.

[@jakedooley5300]

Yeah, Dennis was amazing at defense and grabbing rebounds, he was an exciting player to watch

[@chadporter5907]

Rebound leader from 91' till 98' not bad for a 6'7 forward

[@Harpo.jr70]

Like no other, but Wilt

[@positive_mindset12]

This man always make me cry he was always dedicated on those steals and assist no one could step in his shoes and those rebounds were beyond

[@liamsmith2340]

@@Harpo.jr70 You mean Wilt the one who played against Plumbers?

[@musicbureaubyjesssantiago8314]

Phil loves Dennis... a father to him look how he stares at Rodman, 💗💗💗

[@6msrct]

And scottie is calling Phill racist. Scottie is a losing his mind.

[@marimari9791]

@@6msrct i used to respect Scottie because MJ loves him giving him props all the time even on MJ HOF speech , Scottie is in his 1st sentence..yet now MJ is suddenly a jerk and Phil a racist? ...i mean Rodman love and respect for Phil and MJ makes Scottie just tripping.

[@M.Ray95]

@@marimari9791 right

[@veelindolent5794]

I cried when I heard.this speech. What a speech - I have never heard a more honest and heartfelt speech. So heartbreaking.

[@lisabishop7465]

I cried too!

[@notsoberoveranalyzer8264]

Same. I wasn’t expecting to at all but I’m oof my heart. The things he talked about we wildly brave. The fact that during a moment that’s about him, his first thoughts were wishing to be a better father, son really shows the importance to him. Yeah many say thanks to X/Y/Z. But this was something else.

[@bullionmaster]

This man did all the dirty work in the teams he played. At one point of time he worked as a janitor. Never complained one bit. He played with full intensity, heart, spirit, he battled for the half balls, the loose balls, even when it seem that the cause was lost, he pushed himself, threw himself, put his body on the line just to keep his team in the game, battling for points, rebounds like no other. He did all the dirty work that no one else wanted to, workout like hell in the gym, keeping himself in top shape up to 4am in the night when people are in bed sleeping. Who does that?? People can say this and that about Jordan, Pippen, Shaq, Lebron and what not being the best of the best.....but tell me who among them was willing to put their body on the line to keep the team in the game, mopping/sweeping up play, doing all the dirty work game-in game-out, doing defensive shutdowns on teams, rebounding stats like no other and at the same time score points on the board when it mattered??? None of them could do that except this man right here, Dennis Rodman. He changed the game, mastered the art of rebounding, psychological 1-to-1 gameplay, mental games and defensive shutdowns like no other. On the court, the man fought, battled like hell for the team just to give them the edge and come out on top. A true warrior on the court. He is Unique.

[@jackie4450]

Well said 👏👌👍🙌

[@AJuarez764]

Not many humans would share their hard life or admit how wrong you've did in life. But when you can confess to the world your mistakes with dignity you redefine what it is to be a human being. Congrats Dennis! Props to his mom and wife for being there. :-)

[@nicklasbrady6408]

Phil Jackson was like a dad up there. Best Coach ever

[@ultrakool]

pip just recently called jackson a racist. I don't think he is

[@xalamandrake1600]

Always looks like Col Sanders for me 😂

[@robertschleeter3300]

@@ultrakool hes not a racist Pippen just says really stupid shit now

[@darrondoss8660]

Hell yeah!

[@jlobiafra]

I wonder if he would of chose chuck Daly if he was still alive instead of phil

[@frederiklegoff8843]

Without him no second threepeat for MJ and the Bulls!😘

[@carlwaltens424]

NO DOUBT ABOUT IT. HIS rebounds gave M.J. that second chance to hit the big ones . His hustle on defense was remarkable as well..

[@ticowayne6691]

Now that is a Real man that admits to his mistakes and own up to them! Dennis Rodman i salute you my brother! Congrats & continued success with your future endeavors🙏🙏👍

[@kellenantonio6134]

instablaster.

[@dwadetheclinic]

I don't know if anyone thanked you Dennis. For evolving and changing the game. And for giving me inspiration. Thank you Dennis.

[@cynthiataylor7302]

This Beautiful Soul Is Proof That You Can Be Rich, Beautiful, The Strongest Person On The Planet But Still Full Of Pain. But We Want To Know We Love You ❤

[@jstuplayer2282]

No matter what people think about him the man wore his heart on his sleeve on the basketball court, was a great teammate, hard worker, unselfish, and played for the right reasons.

[@karb58benefits]

Masterclass speech. Best rebounder of all time.

[@michaelrmcornejo]

This is the only NBA or NFL HOFer whose speech I’ve seen more than 3x and I keep watching it. It was classic and selfless and authentic. This was the perfect hall of fame speech ever said by man. Thank you Dennis Rodman for this gem. You are a world icon who I feel want nothing more than to show whet beauty bringing people together is- because that’s what’s made you happy. And the good lord up above is happy you did.

[@josephval4083]

Dennis left it all out there, respect.

[@texas70.32]

This guy and Tyson man… very inspiring. So vulnerable yet so powerful.

[@JustinCase-lj4mt]

The honesty Rodman told in this speech is more humble than anyone could ask for. Even made me emotional when he said I regret not being a better father. As a father myself I feel that pain as well.

[@ceez8731]

Damn...Dennis Rodman gave his life to the game of basketball. He partied quite a bit but nonetheless the best bonds he created in his life were because of the game of basketball. Respect.

[@Derek70388]

Regardless of how you feel about Dennis as a person, he was a dedicated basketball player and he deserves to be in the HOF. I enjoyed watching him play as a kid. Thank you Dennis for your contributions.

[@raymondmanansala5647]

Rodman... The king of the board... He had perfected the art of rebounding...

[@Tonytudor02]

You were my favorite player. You played the game like no other.

[@lisabishop7465]

Amen!

[@arivera1986]

Pure class. He deserves all the praise in the world. He admits to his shortcomings, but continues on. A champion in every sense of the word.

[@arvinjeromevilog2621]

Dennis a a true person,only need someone to lookup on him..a pure hearted basketball gangsta,props to you Mr.rodman,wish we would see another kind of you in our time.😎

[@74mackd]

The best HOF intro speech I've ever heard. A speech from the heart. A vision of life beyond basketball. Defining the why behind the what. I have a better understanding of a colorful star, although I may never truly understand him.

[@ghnfyhj]

I’m here because of THE LAST DANCE. Haven’t seen Rodman’s speech in a long time and this still made me cry. Seriously probably one of the best HOF speeches ever by anyone in any sport.

[@monaluv718]

Allen Iverson’s was a great one too. Dennis doesn’t get the credit he deserves he reshaped the Power Forward position

[@rudye2323]

played from the heart and not for the money~~~!!!

[@larbueno]

Oh my! I am lying in bed watching this and I realize I'm crying. Here's somebody who sees himself for who he really is and is absolutely incapable and unwilling of trying to cover any of it up. He doesn't care what anybody thinks about him and I think he's one of the few human beings I've ever known who seems absolutely free of any pretence whatsoever. I hope he found and finds some balance in his life while not giving up the man he wants to be.

[@bcd2107]

This just shows that Dennis has a heart of gold and that he appreciates the relationships he's formed more then being in the HOF. He's a true man to be able to get in front of the world and talk about his mistakes and regrets. Much respect Dennis, take care brother.

[@bernitaldown9136]

Best emotional speech for an award ever.

[@musicbureaubyjesssantiago8314]

An emotional Dennis Rodman , man this guy works so hard. You deserve it man!! 👍👍👍

[@corneliusdurden5194]

this is heartbreaking. not many times i actually cry from a youtube clip. ripped my "feels" apart

[@TheZurul]

this is some sad shit.despite the money, fame, etc this guy has had a tough life

[@pennywiser9607]

Everybody loves a winner, I love a broken and humble Heart Like Dennis Rodman and Mike Tyson

[@edespiritu5496]

Now I understand why Phil J. is a legend.

[@milfredpastias1397]

We salute you dude.. from the basketball community of the Philippines 🇵🇭🇵🇭🇵🇭

[@BattleKatt80]

Some of his siblings live there

[@notsoberoveranalyzer8264]

The emotional fortitude to give this speech is impressive. He’s quite the man. Getting into the peak of something, and while being celebrated what’s on your mind is where you could’ve done better ( in this case, bring a husband, father & son) is inspiring. It makes complete sense now why after games he’d work out for 1-2 hours. His mentality to do better in all aspects is something is most people could benefit from.

[@hannibalshade3084]

my favorite player growing up in the 90s. Thanks Worm. you were the man!

[@marlonburgos5056]

BEST speech I’ve ever heard. Unexpected.

[@jdirty3460]

I love Dennis. Most honest hard working player of all time.

[@ceciliamalipot9192]

Dennis Rodman is a great player and very emotional person when he revealed his hardship in life before became famous in basketball,,, a well deserved for Dennis Rodman

[@MrJstan86]

No doubt the best defender of all time. Well deserved HOF selectee!!!

[@mightymikeamps9317]

I thought Rodman was gutsy on the court, but this speech from the heart was even more gutsy and sincere. I can relate to Rodman on so many levels. Mostly the low ones. While some might take his tearfulness as weakness; his opening up like this to the world to reveal his shortcomings and not brag at an event meant to honor his achievements was brave. What I see is a guy who took a scary situation (being a homeless teen), used his God given gifts, worked his tail off to have a secure life,, and achieve success. I used to see him years ago and wonder why Carmen Electra and Madonna were all chasing him because I thought he was crazy. Now that I’m older and wiser I get it. The dude was as real and sincere as it gets. Women love that in a partner. This is the kind of person I would want as a brother and a friend. God Bless you Denise. Enjoy that beautiful family of yours, and I hope you reconnected with your mom.

[@panjiherboroX3]

He is the one who guarded (real guarding) magic johson known got HIV

[@thegreatestdao]

Full of respects to this guy.

[@konohasenpou6377]

MY FAVORITE PLAYER AND THE #1 REBOUBDER EVER! NOBODY ELSE BUT HIM DENNIS RODMAN WILL ALWAYS BE A "LEGEND"

[@Eallenallen]

So heavy and so deep. I miss the days when the star people got real. It’s never often anymore.

[@MS-rj8dp]

I respect Dennis Rodman so much for his heart and his persistence. He never let anything stop him! 👍👍

[@Chessxx1]

The impact phil had on his players is so apparent.

[@scottsteel2395]

Dennis is one of the best EVER. When he played, he gave you everything he had, and then some. A real, true, legend of the game, and in my opinion, a good, decent, and humble man. Love you Dennis. You earned this and deserve it.✌❤

[@melvinjacobs7316]

One of the greatest HOF speeches of all time. It was from the heart!!!

[@danceables5564]

If everyone were able to have Dennis's honesty, humiliation, and freedom of expression, this country would be a far better place.

[@WhiskeySam1]

Such a humble, sweet guy. Dennis’ name belongs in the same sentence with Bill Russell as one of the greatest defenders and rebounders of all time.

[@blackfreud9048]

I have so much more respect and appreciation for him now! Wish I had felt so then. A Hall of Fame player who is a humanitarian and a true individual.

[@stevilkenevil9960]

This was the most amazing therapy session I've ever seen

[@gabotdf]

Best HOF speech ever, right from the heart and not the usual bunch of crap

[@Ombar-ll4zw]

Hands down... the legend 🥰

[@elizabethnewton9034]

If only the world was as honest as that.

[@fancitiejohnson1221]

I have wstch a few hall of fame speeches but this speech made me cry. The family from Oklahoma who took him in. The four father figures including Phil Jackson who showed him more love than his own family. Thank you. His mother and wife who forgave him. Thank you. And finally last, but not least to Rodman who with humility admitted his mistakes but acknowledged and thanked the people who truly loved him. Thank you. Very humbling speech.

[@dheneshkumarg5223]

NBA for me is always watching superman, Batman and Rodman!!! ❤️

[@adrianciel2154]

Phill was like father figure to many players, but i think, he covered Dennis under his wings, because he knew that he was missing his father and care, and that made Dennis a great great player, a missing puzzle in a Bulls game

[@CB-ry4fj]

Dennis Rodman was like the singer Prince of the NBA I really study his game me at 5-10 I got a lotta rebounds for my size coach switch my position from shooting guard to forward cause I rebounded so good

[@9etherb87]

You hit the nail on the head with this 1 right here ! Prince def describes Dennis to the tea

[@throttletube]

I love you Dennis! You were iconic in the court and out of it. Unique!

[@harleysq]

Huge Respect! Wholesome speech! Such an honourable person.

[@eddieav19]

The best rebounder of all time I like Dennis Rodman he is true with his words

[@alansomach7920]

I can honestly say that I have a new found respect for Dennis Rodman !!!

[@EM-xb1uc]

You earned and deserved to be in the hall of fame Dennis.

[@thekidjayc]

Much respect to Phil man great leader and Much respect to Dennis great man.

[@larbueno]

I actually have a Dennis Rodman story. In the 90s I was part of a two-man video crew that worked for BET in Chicago. You look at my picture and wonder how that could be, but through strange circumstances it was. The Bulls had won yet another championship and this night was a celebration for Dennis. The club was two stories, huge and crammed to the walls with partying people. Very loud. My job was to video Dennis walking through the door on the 2nd floor. He was supposed to arrive at about 10:30. 10:30 happened, then 11, then midnight...still no Dennis. The crowd had been absolutely alive from the time I arrived and nobody left. Every so often a guy would get on the PA and yell, hang in there folks, Dennis is coming!!! And every time the crowd would cheer wildly. Finally just before 1:00AM Dennis arrives in a limo and the PA guy screams, DENNIS IS HERE!!! The screaming is ear shredding and I'm alerted by the producer that Dennis will be coming through the door at any moment. At the last minute I decide to not stand and get the shot of Dennis, but to lie in my back and let him walk past me, to get a larger than life shot. The moment he walked through the door the place exploded! Dennis was in his usual resplendent and flamboyant way wearing a floor-length fur coat, huge tophat, tunza bling, lip and nose rings with the multicolored hair and...you know...Dennis Rodman! That was the only shot I needed to get, so I was able to put my camera down and join the party. Very fun memory of a crazy fun night.

[@lokeshikmehta]

It take guts to say things what he said on stage when the whole world is watching him. Salute man...I hope u live long n healthy life.

[@slomofome14]

Powerful speech

[@bigsatanloaf]

Holy shit that was fucking real.

[@jakedooley5300]

Dennis rodman was such a great player, he is a cool dude as well, everyone was a fan of Dennis rodman, he was fun to watch in his day

[@junrocks6712]

One of the greatest basketball Legend in nba, salute... My friends used to compare me to dennis in my younger years i was a great rebounder in my team

[@AztecDread]

The Worm 💪🏾 greatest defensive player ever!

[@jeremyaltom1303]

He wears his heart on his sleeve, Well deserved Rodman!

[@josephramos980]

I Idolized Dennis Rodman not just being Badass inside the Court but being a good person. I know he's dad was from the philipines which my country is. Dennis just missed the love and care of his legitimate Dad. My heart goes for Dennis as he regrets and longing for his Dad love and care throughout his successful career in the NBA

[@raymusgamos1001]

My opinion; The GREATEST REBOUNDER OF ALL TIME + THE GREATEST DEFENDER OF ALL TIME IN NBA HISTORY!

[@freddieclavecillas8218]

Wow i cried so many times speech from the idol

[@70daya]

The best HOF speech ever!

[@SteenEGuttman79]

You are so honest Dennis... I'm a big fan

[@Rpagsis1]

Dennis, there is no doubt you had a HOF career most can only dream of, and it is only proper you forever will be among the game's best, but there was a period it appeared you had no interest in giving back to the game, like most of the greats you are now immortalized with, that has given you so much. It was hard to route for you, and to some- your past off the court will over-shadow your great achievements on it, but the game, and peers have given you a gift-- to bow out like the champ you are.

[@JayR-uy8gl]

Truly amazing hard to watch speech. Its remarkable that a guy with that many obvious issues is able to function, let alone be the player he was on the floor. You have to feel for a guy who must have endured one crappy childhood to be that messed up. It makes me realize that he had to overcome so much to play basketball. Chuck Daly and Phil Jackson must have really had their hands full. I cant imagine what it must have been like, knowing that the best defender in the league, and best rebounder was a total mental case. (I dont mean that in a cruel way) I was a Pistons fan, and I loved the guy. It gives one hope that someone with his obvious background could strive to win 5 rings. Truly remarkable they gave him the opportunity to play in Chicago.

[@simplejoy3772]

The beast of court and a beauty at heart. Respect to the guy.

[@TheWestisbeast]

My inspiration. Play just like him, thank you Dennis

[@troydixson8097]

The worm 6-6 210 battle giants the best defensive player and rebounder ever man never got tired run the floor all night he never ask about a new contract the worm the greatest teammate ever

[@VinceMarotte]

I wish I had half the heart Dennis has

[@m.j.torque511]

Standing Ovation for Rodman is sooooo right. ♥️💪👍🏆

[@janielloisesapico1840]

I love this man .. he's real inside 🤩🤩🤩

[@unnaturalselection8330]

Funny how in the 90's Dennis was the crazy one, 20 years later he's got his head on straighter than the rest of the team.

[@michaelamawan4741]

A real honest son, husband, and father.

[@bangsdagong]

Dennis Rodman is amazing!!! i hope i run into you someday. i remember this. the badboys...lambeer..dumars...rodman...thomas.....and i was a lakers fan!!!! lambeer always had a blackeye!!! Rodman was always scrappin!!!

[@abdulqaadyr]

GROAT - The greatest rebounder of all time 🐐

[@keithfowler1674]

I often watch this video because I'm 54yrs now and I could relate my Mother never hug me or told me she Loved me...Now today I don't no what Love is.I have a daughter and 2 Grandson who I feel I don't have a connection with. Is this because my Mother never told me she love me? It's a struggle never having joy in your life...Thank you Dennis!

[@jcbquark8037]

Damn, one of the few truthful individuals! Everything front he heart.

[@diamondruff5909]

I have never cried so hard…much respect to Dennis….heart of gold 😂😂

[@juanpablocidrivera9738]

Esa apertura de corazón es lo que lo hace grande y fue el único del proceso de recuperación de su familia y eso tiene mucho valor . bendiciones eternas para el gran Gusano ...

[@rodelbunag9823]

He is a tough guy in the court but a generous guy!

[@urbanfarmertoronto]

Who's here after watching Bulls Last Dance episode 3,4? - "Dennis Rodman, you are a heyoka, the backward walking person" - whoever is cutting onions? stop it!

[@albertdewornu243]

I see a very wonderful and beautiful soul behind the facade of a very tough and reckless personality which Denise Rodman has unfortunately come to be represented with.

[@SteenEGuttman79]

I ALSO WISH THAT I WAS A BETTER FATHER AND THAT IS GOAL NUMBER 1, so my children can be proud of me. Te extrano mucho.

[@RobbScottVideos]

Man. He laid it all out there.