John Wall opens up about his time in D.C, the trade from the Wizards, Mental Health | Run Your Race

0:00 - Intro
2:00 - How John Fell Into Hoops
5:15 - When John knew he was Special
8:55 - John Wall got Cut in High School
11:19 - The Word of God Years
15:42 - Handling the Expectations as the #1 Ranked Player in the Nation
21:30 - Facing Brandon Jennings, Isaiah Thomas
27:00 - Why he Chose Kentucky
29:30 - Who ruined John Wall’s UNC visit
33:47 - Dealing with the expectations in Kentucky
40:40 - Welcome to College Moment
45:00 - NBA Draft Process
51:08 - Draft Night
54:40 - First NBA Game
57:40 - Rookie Year
1:01:25 - Opening up about Losing
1:04:38 - Getting Traded from Washington
1:16:10 - First Playoff Series
1:18:50 - Boston Celtics Rivalry
1:25:15 - Best Wizards Team
1:27:41 - Time with The Rockets
1:31:50 - Opening up about his mental health
1:37:00 - Speaking on the All Star experiences
1:43:00 - John Wall AAU Tournament
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[@RunYourRaceTL]

Let us know what y'all thought of the pod... we got a lot more guests coming up so make sure you subscribe

[@cordellengland5397]

FIRE!!!

[@bbrown161822]

Too many ads my brother.

[@georgiyankov3611]

Amazing podcast and so refreshing to hear real conversations. Great personal stories and also so much insight into what the league could be sometimes. That podcast is a must see! Keep up the good work! ❤

[@kingcollins3965]

Great Podcast. Did yall thing, as a Duke fan stop hyping up UNC and Kentucky.

[@ThatGuyFromMiamiFL]

Man y’all killed it! I’ve never seen him so open and comfortable.

[@ahwhqgqmdhwhwhhzhb]

John Wall too honest 😭 most players don’t speak so casually in interviews

[@brianbadonde9251]

They do open up when it's a podcast like this. They don't open up to mainstream media but podcasts like this, all the smoke, Buckets etc. They will usually keep it real

[@bradygagne6992]

Advantage for players starting their own podcast

[@whowantsabreak4751]

John and Theo go way back so it’s easy for him to open up with his boy

[@underrated2131]

He got bread now and he content. He giving that real now and I love it 🤣

[@byronlee4917]

Love what Wall said.. keep it 100, too real!

[@pndwavy]

This unironically the greatest interview given by a current NBA player. The City loves u Wall. 💔

[@brofiss352]

Fr he spoke nothing but the truth

[@evanjames3011]

I saw a clip and quickly realized I had to watch the whole interview.

[@mm.1108]

DC loves him

[@Fayn757]

Facts , he don’t sound fake and timid like the rest

[@jasonmartin9591]

/2 o love WWE. 😊 😊 😊. I’m

[@jludd34]

This interview is so powerful. Wall revealed so much. Never seen wall so comfortable talking. His memory is crazy - remembers everything like yesterday. Impressive. I learned so much from this.

[@6gangentertainment747]

Not gonna lie I said that to myself too this dude remembers everything clear as sh*t 🤯💯

[@KenpoKid77]

I saw a podcast with him and Gilbert Arenas, he was just as chill and honest. That was a good one too because they cleared up all the rumors that they were beefing on the Wizards.

[@ashtonbrown7507]

It’s a sports thing. When it’s in you, it’ll never leave you.

[@siberianhusky5874]

@@6gangentertainment747 Dude, you were right about one thing: his memory is shit. Not clear as shit, but shit. Entertaining, but pure fantasy. It's as if he dropped acid and thinks his hallucinations were real.

[@siberianhusky5874]

Ludd, his memory is *literally* crazy, he's making shit up out of thin air. Probably not intentionally, but his memory has seen better days. He wasn't even close to getting a quadruple-double in his third game, he had two rebounds, not 10. And Kirk Hinrich was traded during halftime? What the fuck is he talking about??? Hinrich was inactive and wasn't in uniform his last two games in Washington before his trade to Atlanta. I could go on for the next hour, but I'm already getting writer's cramp.

[@DC4Life77]

As a Wizards fan I still feel hurt that we traded John Wall for Russ. He was a pillar in the community.

[@utopiasmeditation3512]

The whole city .... im still believe he will come back

[@mvoperry6816]

Facts

[@mytriish1977]

Russ Came in and Did work tho.

[@mytriish1977]

@@OGKWAM You saying like I'm a wizards fan, and naw West was better than Wall and always has been

[@rfinesse6679]

@@utopiasmeditation3512 fax

[@KCFree3]

Can’t imagine losing my mother, almost losing my career & getting traded from a place I spent 10 years at… all in the midst of a year & a half Glad to see John is doing ok & thriving

[@nexusvillegas3219]

I can’t imagine a 45 million a year salary either

[@KCFree3]

@@nexusvillegas3219 congrats, you just proved yourself to be a complete weirdo

[@DonMaximus98]

@@nexusvillegas3219 clearly it’s not about the money didn’t you hear homie said that money and fame don’t make things easier? Cmon bro you’re smarter then this, let’s see how you feel if you lost everything with all that money and I bet you you’ll be miserable stop it 💀

[@nexusvillegas3219]

@@DonMaximus98 if you believe money doesn’t make things easier then you are delusional. Yes money doesn’t make things better but it sure takes a lot of load/stress away. People losing family members is always tough, glad he didn’t have to go through the issue of being able to pay for a proper funeral like many people do. Glad he didn’t have to stress about being able to get the right help of a therapist with proper money insurance that he has benefits from.

[@lionheart4529]

@@nexusvillegas3219 🤡🥴

[@yungtim52]

As a DC native this will ALWAYS be John’s city. ALWAYS! He endeared himself to us and made himself a part of this community. He gave us an identity

[@Lo13Lz]

DC legend fasho

[@QUANGAMES]

nah fr

[@Marshann91]

So fuck Mj huh lol 😂

[@QUANGAMES]

@@Marshann91 mj ain’t do nothing for the low income community, wall came to my middle school and gave out school stuff and target gift cards.

[@khekkedupnate]

John wall needs to hea my song

[@kingcarterslums4400]

John Wall,D-Rose, & Westbrook my favorite PG’s from the 2010’s all extremely athletic in their own ways.

[@zacharystackhouse1583]

Facts

[@Naomim1]

Same they are the best 💯

[@khekkedupnate]

John wall needs to hea my song

[@jothesaint]

I'm from dc, and when wall left I swear it felt like your favorite cousin or family member was moving out of town lol.. one of the most genuine and down to earth athletes ever!!!

[@KenpoKid77]

@@iiFlak It's easy to forget DC/Maryland is the South, our northern boundary literally was the Mason/Dixon line. When I go visit my family in NY, they always said I had a Southern accent.

[@khekkedupnate]

John wall needs to hea my song

[@HiLLWiLL-bb7kp]

The greatest J. Wall interview ever

[@ItsGambinOway]

Aye John Wall lowkey funny as shit 😂😂

[@hellafly33]

Real basketball IQ, remembering specific sets and scenarios from years ago. Breaking down each moment, very impressive.

[@managed9348]

There special memories to him listen to the tone in his voice

[@khekkedupnate]

John wall needs to hea my song

[@Radicalgasm]

John Wall is so REAL. The game has lost players like this, hope they find them again.

[@zayyyt7749]

💯💯💯

[@khekkedupnate]

John wall needs to hea my song

[@RyanBooks]

Amazing interview. I love when players are open and when we as fans can hear stories from their perspective and in their own words instead of ESPN snippets and bs rumors. John Wall is and will forever be a legend!

[@SneakGod100]

Word 💯

[@isaac-os7xq]

Great interview yup

[@zayyyt7749]

💯💯💯💯💯

[@khekkedupnate]

John wall needs to hea my song

[@MrJDav15]

I’m happy to hear John talk about his time in DC, we still love you here. I had tucked away in my head all the playoff memories because of that Atlanta and Celtics series. I really felt we could have went to the finals that year if we beat the Celtics. Always rooting for you champ

[@Artislife1992]

Yea Im still tight we ain’t get to play Bron that year. 🤦🏾‍♂️🤦🏾‍♂️🤦🏾‍♂️

[@Jimmydeanawsome]

Wizard's fans def still love Wall, One of if not my favorite athlete of all time

[@DonMaximus98]

@@Artislife1992 y’all should’ve tho I actually wanted you guys to do it because it would’ve been perfect for you guys as a organization I’m a heatlifer and I’ll always respect Washington, Wall was and still is my Favorite PG wished we could’ve nabbed him but his contract was too high, Wall ain’t washed he just needs to be on the right team 💯

[@Artislife1992]

@@DonMaximus98 all facts. 💯

[@mylord4916]

Sweating bricks every game he played against Atlanta. John wall used to give us the business! Wall is still one my fav players still.

[@nardy002]

The fact that he remembers players from coming up that's humble

[@larrybird6860]

Then he slanders former teammates that’s humble too

[@bluecheckmiya]

Ball players always remember ball players

[@hoopsspill]

@@bluecheckmiya 💯

[@khekkedupnate]

John wall needs to hea my song

[@obi-wankenobi9060]

@@larrybird6860 ight but keep it a buck tho fuck is he pose to do w justin patton

[@MnyMar]

Wall had the city lit during his time here. Legacy forever solidified in DC💯

[@darrylhoward24]

One of the best hoops podcast out. Real hoops talk, brings out each guest humility, and humor/entertainment from Theo. This pod should definitely blow up this year.

[@dilanus]

Johns smile at 54:46 after talking about his mom is amazing

[@GbreezY95]

10 minutes in and can already tell this interview will be one we remember for a very long time.

[@benjaminmukala2027]

One of my favorite interviews of all time😂😂

[@pimpmastaa101]

John Wall needs his own podcast ASAP

[@haydensworld95]

This is BY FAR the best podcast interview I've seen! Also I love how NBA players/College players are taking the same approach, and sharing their life experiences.

[@013DREC]

John Wall is funny without even trying . I replayed so many parts of this interview. Great job guys, the right questions were asked

[@nicharmony313]

“Bitch talkin bout I work on that shit everyday” 😂

[@bodega294]

John wall too real, really put his heart and soul into DC and they did Jim dirty

[@KOH_95]

How he get done dirty? The NBA is a BUSINESS if you ain't know.

[@khekkedupnate]

John wall needs to hea my song

[@PrimeRib1408]

ESPN all over this interview. This pod finally getting the recognition it deserves. One of my favorites right now.

[@dashxlife]

Y’all remember having to go against John Wall in your first game in 2k11 myplayer 😂 childhood trauma

[@saucesauce1392]

Facts 😂 him and d rose

[@dudeidk4890]

During the Summer Circuit? Lmao he was cooking and we was like 40 overalls 😂😂

[@khekkedupnate]

John wall needs to hea my song🤧

[@thebagnchannel]

This has to be hands down one of the greatest sports athletes and entertaining interviews of all time... When John was speaking about the SAT's I was done lmao... I grew the opposite reading was helpful and the math was the toughest. Day 1 Great Wall of DC fan!

[@Nkb1819]

My idol. Grew up since 9 years old loving him at Kentucky. Still love him to this day. Always got my support. A true legend

[@zerotwoeleven_]

same dude. when i was a kid he was literally god. had the zig teks and everything LMAO

[@Nkb1819]

@@zerotwoeleven_ same 😂😂 ugly shoe but man they was cool

[@snippyduda]

Same lol i had the zigs in 6th grade 😂 wore em to tryouts 7th grade . I can say i watched j wall whole career

[@khekkedupnate]

John wall needs to hea my song

[@bellableu4023]

John Wall is one cool azz down to earth dude...I have had the pleasure of meeting him twice. I saw firsthand how he interacts with the fans in the city. He shows so much genuine love. DC does really love John sooo much!! No matter where he goes...He is "ours"! I hope he gets to come back to the Wizards one day.

[@Artislife1992]

💯💯💯

[@ceemann21]

Wizards fan here..we still love you over here in the city John..you truly a DC LEGEND. We watched you grow up bro & everything he said was facts!! He really showed love to the city..especially SE Ward 8!! You will forever be GOAT’d 🐐here..love!! 🤜🏾🤛🏾

[@AndrewFenichel]

DC legend. forever.

[@nickharris5042]

“If he coming to Memphis with us I’m decommitting!!”” 😂😂😂😂😂 Wall is hilarious!!

[@only1emmausTTV]

John wall will forever be my favorite point guard dude a legend best mixtape ever,best pick and roll down hill guard…

[@shashacallaghan]

The definitely need to do a documentary on John & that whole NC wave back in the day. They changed the game for sure

[@terrellstevens7943]

John wall a real one…this is why I love watching podcast because you really get to know and find out how the current and former players are off the court and it’s more than just basketball

[@Artislife1992]

Ok finally got my guy on here. 💯 Get well John! Need ya back out there with 8 games left till All Star break. 🙏🏾💪🏾 I just wanna see coach Lue give John the same opportunity as Reggie. We all know Reggie only started because of loyalty. 🤔💯

[@TheAbstract35]

John hasn’t been good….Respekfully

[@Artislife1992]

@@TheAbstract35 facts over feelings. He’s averaging the most assists on the team. And he has better stats than Reggie who’s now on the bench for a reason. But yall Clippers fans keep blaming John for the teams issues. He would be averaging more assists too if this team wasn’t shooting so trash from three. 👌🏾👌🏾👌🏾

[@KenpoKid77]

@@Artislife1992 Beforw they talk about John, they need to talk about how Kawhi has yet to play even 60 games in any season in LA.

[@Artislife1992]

@@KenpoKid77 the playoffs is what we worried about. Go ask AD how many games he playing this year. 👌🏾👌🏾👌🏾

[@khekkedupnate]

John wall needs to hea my song

[@TheAlmightyClipse]

I don't usually mess with the NBA like that...more into the NFL, but I remember when Wall was drafted so I peeped this interview and watched the whole thing. He definitely is a good story teller and kept it interesting the whole time. I loved how he touched on mental health and all of that. I had no idea he was struggling with suicidal thoughts in 2020 after the passing of his mother, grandmother and dealing with that injury.

[@Aldaquan25]

John Wall needs to do a tour of all pods! He’s a great story teller! And he has great stories

[@slentcompton]

Being a Kentucky native and life long super fan, I must say I love John and really enjoyed his time at Kentucky, It was like a movie, I was like 15 at the time In 2009-10, Drake was a Kentucky supporter, John and Demarcus had Lexington boomin. Great video.

[@Tmink7]

As a Wizards fan I love this dude, his attitude & style fit perfect with DC Will always wonder what if

[@divinejustic3]

Never been a wizard fan but I always was a John Wall fan!!! Those dc days were special

[@Hadoukenz431]

Wall is a great storyteller, great interview 🔥

[@nii2154]

The culture needed this interview. Always been my favorite player since he was in high school and still to this DAY. 💯‼️ #WALLWAY

[@snippyduda]

Big facts

[@khekkedupnate]

John wall needs to hea my song

[@johnjackson8784]

Wall was my favorite player omg he gave us wizards fans hope

[@kedariancooper9308]

John Wall is a legend in Washington. Im a LeBron Die Hard Fan but John is my 2nd fav. Player. He is really the best 2 way Guard in the NBA. HANDS DOWN!!!! Bring back my boy, Washington bring this man back wit Beal. One of the Duos in NBA history next to LeBron-Wade & LeBron-Kyrie. 💯 #Facts #BallIsLife #RunYourRace

[@ebe7945]

went to NCCU around the time John was getting ready to head to KY. I remember him dogging everyone at the pro am summer 2010. Definitely one of the best athlete interviews I’ve seen. Open, transparent, and candid. Please continue to give us this type of content! Thank you guys.

[@geebee9498]

I remember that!

[@DaBiggestSteppa30]

Definitely was there EAGLE PRIDE ‼️

[@khekkedupnate]

John wall needs to hea my song

[@trentonlowery9223]

john wall been that dude. still is that dude. Russel real asf for that. Dude always been solid. Don't deserve all the hate he gets.

[@evanjames3011]

John wall out here naming names, no holding back.

[@Artislife1992]

Yea he always been that raw and honest.

[@Luckkylefty]

Legit one of my favorite hoop interviews. John 1000% right on dc too. We still mad as hell

[@adriandurlej9266]

you a winner John, its ain't about the accolades in nba, its about life. you stayed true to your self and always put 100% in. You got the bag, family and community are really what matters. Wishing you the best man.

[@RepIy]

John wall really had one of the best interviews! love how he kept it real

[@lofttm969]

DC will always love John Wall.

[@billkareem3787]

I’m from Kentucky n didn’t even fw Kentucky basketball team until wall came , gon always be a legend in KY too 💯

[@ChuckDickerson757]

I broke my tv when nene didn’t grab that rebound 😂😂😂😂. Much respect from the DMV John Wall ✊🏾✊🏾💪🏾💪🏾

[@salaamkhafid9141]

You can tell he just loves the game

[@xbreezy9843]

John Wall too real and honest and humble, down to earth dude gotta love it still one of the best hoopers, whos not done yet💪🏿 I watched his field to get back in league was cool watching him foreal

[@davidjessee7701]

As a 56 year old native of ky. and a uk super fan. Of all the players and of all the teams , I have to say John Wall and DeMarcus Cousins 2009 2010 was my favorite of all time! Wow what a Duo.. not to leave anyone out of that team . 5 first round picks for NBA …. Krazy!!

[@harrypote5710]

Represent bro remember the newspaper life size boogie they made😂

[@erichooper3658]

Witnessed that game in Carolina against Devan Downey, that man is a Legend from our city!

[@thomasarmani]

The rockets segment aged so well

[@user-fff341uo]

He’s back on the rockets now 😭😭😭😭😭

[@sostdm617]

Smh

[@khekkedupnate]

John wall needs to hea my song🤧

[@jerrydjones5328]

Do y’all remember how big the “John wall” dance was?? I live in Lexington & was a freshman in hs 2010. These was the DAYS. Black ops just came out that year too… literally amazing days

[@kolintribble2617]

Man S/O to John! One of the realist to ever do it, and if you were born in the 90’s you looked up John Wall. Your story matters OG!

[@kolintribble2617]

For sure, but most guys don’t get to yr 13 in the league. In basketball years he is a legend even though he is only 32.

[@khekkedupnate]

John wall needs to hea my song

[@braves5696]

John was MVP status before he got hurt. He was finally starting to get his recognition that year too. Still a goat though. Mid to late 90's babies were all impacted by this guy

[@ThatsTuff336]

Being a Greensboro native that shout-out was everything , John Wall is a NC legend and always will be

[@armanvranka7520]

Love how fast he answered coach cal

[@MrC00ky]

Incredible interview, John Wall got me into the NBA. It was amazing seeing his point of view on all these subjects. Loved it

[@Mcclucker]

J Wall is the man. Great episode. AJ hitting with the nonstop “facts” “sheesh” “crazy” 😂

[@fwiedwice824]

Thought i was the only one that caught that

[@sheldonarmstrong9296]

Aj is dumb as hell…😅

[@khekkedupnate]

John wall needs to hea my song

[@alexgunn1991]

Great interview. John’s so real

[@SauceWork]

Man I needed this interview more than y’all know John Wall is my guy and this just solidified how solid he is💯

[@kendalls.w.3234]

One of the podcast episodes I’ve seen in a long time. John Wall took us through his basketball life and y’all let him talk effortlessly. Good shit💪🏾

[@mattnoonan6519]

Really good interview with John. Him opening up about therapy is a pretty important conversation. Amazing guy.

[@cg120bst]

Gonna be a dope interview from the looks of the timestamps u guys did a good job going thru his career chronologically

[@unlimited9004]

This interview is nothing short of amazing. Loved how honest and casual John is in this interview

[@slikeserena8390]

I love Wall dawg. I’m glad to hear him speak his side and be so vulnerable

[@TheZakk28]

Absolutely love John Wall- stand up dude and a hoop legend.

[@sackrunnabryce1071]

This is the first time I’ve watched a interview all the way through. This has no boring parts! Keep it ip

[@frankmathews]

The nerve of Tyler Hansbrough to tell John Wall “he don’t talk to recruits”

[@jasonwilliams9307]

Big scrub

[@michelemason8029]

I don’t see it…but I’m biased. But outta all the people on that team why give AF what Hansbrough said to him. Ty Lawson was on that team. If you were a real Carolina fan that wouldn’t have stopped you from coming. Home Jordan and Worthy

[@frankmathews]

@@michelemason8029 I get what you saying but they were deep in the pg position & I don’t think John even got an offer from UNC

[@evhiii79]

See how thier careers turned out... smh

[@khekkedupnate]

John wall needs to hea my song🤧

[@calebguidry3059]

Best podcast interview I’ve ever watched. So real and genuine.

[@BigTapTV]

Thank you John Wall! This is how you continue impacting the community🙏🏽 Thank you for sharing your knowledge and your personal experiences for all of us and the next generation of talented hoopers🙏🏽

[@fwiedwice824]

This was a lit interview for sure.. John Wall a legend

[@SLIMDIESAL23]

Y’all got some greatness from John wall would love to see him do more interviews

[@ephraimnosa5529]

This interview is so raw and real he ain’t leave out no details I love it 💯

[@jmeslie27]

DC loves John Wall more than any athlete ever

[@Artislife1992]

💯💯💯

[@djackson8206]

Doug Williams...... He's a close 2nd

[@Artislife1992]

@@djackson8206 to who?

[@khekkedupnate]

John wall needs to hea my song🤧

[@JB1Hundo]

this interview pure and just really authentic much appreciate the interview.

[@RatedMRR]

Love how raw and candid JW is. Dope podcast fellas. Subbed!

[@a5___br1sk3t5]

growing up John was one of my favorites still remember getting the chance to see him drop 55 in Long Beach at Drew League matchup during the lockout

[@AnyGiven2k3]

Long time Wizards fan and John Wall fan. Forever a fan of John. Wizards did you dirty. The fans still love you here bruh

[@Veyronp87]

dang this interview was a BANGER. well done guys

[@dioburtophoto]

This has to be my favorite NBA interview period - there was one with Kobe that I loved but this one is dope - authenticity and relatability

[@charlesokereke4297]

This an all time great interview. Great to see the Carolina legends, Theo and John Wall 💪🏿

[@JSmith-kh4vo]

Great interview! Loved the way y'all let John Wall talk and didn't over-talk or interrupt him. Keep it going!

[@baylockbuckingham3650]

Dude will probably take a hit from the league for being so honest in this interview, but somebody gotta speak up and keep it real - more power to the brother for letting us know what it really is.

[@user-jv6pl1pc7t]

I think if he knew his career would be over after this he would have never did this interview

[@baylockbuckingham3650]

@@user-jv6pl1pc7t True…True

[@khekkedupnate]

John wall needs to hea my song

[@jrholly3464]

I gotta say hearing J.Dubs speak was very motivating and extremely informative and sincere. Dude is real and I like that he told it like it is raw and uncut. My son loved it and is currently watching all of John Walls clips. Thank you to John for your story and thank you two gentlemen for having such a tremendous podcast. Wishing you all the best and much continued success.. 1 love..straight outta Brooklyn, NY.

[@spenser6353]

are the guys interviewing him former NBA players?

[@dallas7520]

@@spenser6353 Theo Pinson still plays for the Mavericks!

[@spenser6353]

@@dallas7520 Is that the one in the black tshirt?

[@lionheart4529]

@@spenser6353 yep.

[@khekkedupnate]

John wall needs to hea my song

[@aaronporterjr.9515]

One of the best interviews I’ve seen in a while!! Wall is great in these type of settings!

[@michaelwestry7080]

im from rocky mount, nc … j wall is an icon and always will be. happy for my dude and give him his flowers for everything. love 💐

[@aussieaussie4848]

John wall is a breath of fresh air, what a legend.

[@IG9611]

This interview was goooooood!...💯 Wall is legendary...🏆.

[@nauticapreston2753]

This made me love him even more