NBA Legends on Marques Johnson

NBA Legends on Marques Johnson: "He was simply one of the best all-around players to ever play the game of basketball"

[@thecheck4879]

Just watched a video of this man dunking at 64yrs..salute

[@MrEarla273]

Me too. That’s what made me watch his highlights.

[@calebstallings8924]

Facts

[@Bwwe82090]

Same here, this was a good video!

[@fukinphilnewsentertainment1252]

Me too

[@daddyniko7213]

Same

[@haysan32]

I’m not gonna lie... I didn’t know who this was until I saw him throw one down on Lebron in 2K 😂 Had to look him up to see if he was really like that and apparently he was

[@Blackout7gamimg]

haysan32 on god my homie hating playing me with all time teams cause I only use him didn’t even know how he was but he was dunking like crazy

[@Success2gether]

😄😄😄😄

[@Brent22]

He became a 95 for me in nba eras 🤣 mf was postering everyone

[@ytanonymity3585]

Before MJ came in, I used to thought this guy was supposed to be next Dr J or David Thompson. This man was so much fun to watch as well. Definitely underrated all-around player imo !

[@DeeNice681]

He had this coach named Don Nelson who put a stop to him scoring like a Thompson or a ‘ABA’ Dr. J. You know the coach who never won an nba title, even when he had Dirk and Steve Nash.

[@ericeiserloh8170]

Most underrated player of all time. Why is this guy not in the Hall of Fame?

[@princebarrett3879]

Politics bro, just like how kyrie not in the top 75.smfh

[@Amick44]

I believe he had back issues after a strong first 6 years or so. Shortened prime hurt him. But talent and results were there.

[@VICTOR-py7hn]

Marques Johnson use to give Julius Erving the blues especially in the playoffs 🔥🏀

[@racebannon2332]

Johnson was significantly more talented than Erving.

[@vdLeo-je6os]

​@@racebannon2332How do you figure that?

[@racebannon2332]

@@vdLeo-je6os really? Erving was a one dimensional player & would never come close to the NBA today. I played college ball and the Dr was one of my favorites. Erving was a gifted athlete in his era however he was a mediocre defender & passer, poor outside shot, poor ball handling skills. His greatest ability was his vertical leap. Bird, Johnson, Cummings, King, etc were all significantly better players. Erving was significant in his contribution as an ambassador due to his charisma, poise & naturally his high flying skills. I believe Erving was very relevant but certainly not the most skilled.

[@vdLeo-je6os]

@@racebannon2332 Next generation star wings like Dominique Wilkins, MJ, etc. revered Dr. J so much that it would be unfair to call him overrated.

[@racebannon2332]

@@vdLeo-je6os I’m not suggesting he was irrelevant. On the contrary, I was only stating the obvious limitations of his game. Prior to Bird & Magic, he was the most prominent player in the league, including the ABA. Great legacy & a stellar influence for generations. Be well

[@ElAviadorNegro]

Congratulations to Marques Johnson. The 5-time NBA all-star will have his No. 8 jersey retired by the Milwaukee Bucks. He was City Section player-of-the-year at Crenshaw High before winning an NCAA title with UCLA. Johnson has been inducted into the College Basketball Hall of Fame, and his No. 54 jersey hangs from the rafters at Pauley Pavilion.

[@Heskey4lyfe]

Marques Johnson is one of my role models. Just a class act on and off the court. Cheers to you brother.

[@play-s-_______-osu]

@Deaven Snyder why are you angry lol

[@mortiferomoreno6130]

This brother in my starting five all day...

[@speedoflite1]

MJ attended Crenshaw High School, graduated with his HS diploma in 1973. Played under John Wooden at UCLA (1973-'77); Bucks (1977-'84); Clippers (84-87); Warriors ('89-'90). A gentleman and a scholar. True Superstar, beyond no doubt!!

[@cornbreadmilton5265]

He graduated high school in 1974,and he played for da Bucks from 1977-1984 he joined the Clippers in 84-89

[@speedoflite1]

UCLA (1973-'77) Bucks (1977- '90) Shame he doesn't get more recognition. Superstar!!

[@360gmg2]

I was named after this guy...my dad told me years ago but im just now seeing how nice he was! 🔥🔥

[@danielwilliams7685]

I met him 11 or 12 yrs ago when i was in HS. Hes a very nice man.

[@mylesa.williams6281]

He was my favorite player all the way back to his days at UCLA before the other MJ His Airness. Marques Johnson was blessed with extraordinary basketball talent which made him a true complete forward who could do it all.

[@kyeshafelts6599]

My husband Derek Ballard loved Marques Johnson when he was drafted by the bucks with the 3rd pick in 76-77 draft...my husband emulated Marques slapping the backboard on layups..his knee bend at the free throw line and his one handed rebounds..while playing high-school basketball and college ball at UW-GREENBAY.

[@vaughnvdg]

His props are long overdue.....

[@Henry-jr1lj]

Between his rookie year (1977) and his final year with Milwaukee (1984), Marques Johnson was definitely a superstar. Marques could do it all: shoot, rebound, defend, pass, and could handle the ball like a guard. He was a great player who went toe-to-toe with Dr. J in the 1981 playoffs; scoring 36 in Game 7.

[@mylesa.williams6281]

I grew up on Marques Johnson following his career since his college days at UCLA. He was one the premiere forwards in the NBA and the most versatile

[@stevenyates4535]

I saw Marques vs Adrian Dantley at South Bend as a munchkin. It was a complete war

[@DeeNice681]

Great to hear al these legends talk about another legend. Interesting comment from Bob Lanier. One thing I will say is that Marques did three things better than Doc, and that's handle the ball, post up, and play defense. Also could throw down a poster on a 7 footer just like Doc. He dunked on Darryl Dawkins(rip) something fierce during the 84 playoffs!

[@Bwwe82090]

Wow!

[@omniamericana2172]

4 perimeter shooting

[@ccth22]

Growing up in the NYC area I loved watching him @UCLA. When the Bucks would play the Knicks @the Garden he had some nasty dunks🏀

[@GrayFebruary]

2:52- Did he just grab the rebound with extreme savagery AND go behind the back before he landed?!

[@bopdg2906]

Aye idk he grabbed it like he was mad

[@dominiquemontgomery1885]

Are u really that dramatic that you gone say it was before he landed he clearly landed and then put t behind his back your weird asf I know u tell stories way more dramatically then they happen

[@aang4540]

@@dominiquemontgomery1885 click on the time stand and tell me where he lied tffff

[@bobcougar77]

And a hell of a nice guy. Absolutely a pleasure listening to him do the play by play on the Sonics with Calabro.

[@dorailcrayton3676]

Boy did he and Walter Davis go at it back in the late 70s...lol..

[@victormartin3539]

I was born and raised in Los Angeles and I know how good Marcus Johnson was and this is food for thought the greatest basketball player to ever live Michael Jordan said David Thompson Marcus Johnson where his favorite players enough said

[@ShunyamNiketana]

He averaged a double-double his senior year and then did it again as a rookie. But he was no 6'8", and he may not have been even 6'7". Of course, he played like 6'10" AND 6'4". He was a coach's dream, good at everything and willing to do the unglamorous stuff.

[@NORTHSTAR1111111]

My Home Boy From Natchitoches Louisiana !

[@philb.1502]

Marques Johnson was a big time freak athlete and would have been an NBA Hall of Famer had he not gotten injured. He reminds me of Grant Hill in the style of play and athleticism before the injuries.

[@holdoutside6020]

Now I see why MJ loved this man game!👌

[@bphilbac]

He was one of my favorites. Dude could straight up ball. And yes, at 6’8” had superior ball handling skills, a great jump shooter and could finish at the rim. Great video for all the youngsters out there saying athletes today are better. Nope, sports medicine is better.

[@ShaneBales]

Give em the chump man, give em the chump.

[@kikeolvera2614]

I remember a magazine where his coach said that he was responsible of everything on that team!!

[@jasonmariani1258]

God Bless you Marques Johnson

[@jasonmariani1258]

I’m so happy you are back here at home in Milwaukee we love your voice!!!

[@pontiacGXPfan]

I first saw him in White Men Can't Jump

[@43captrexkramer]

They some really good players on that Bucks team. Marques, Moncrief,Bridgeman then later Terry Cummings.

[@leonblack751]

Legend

[@omniamericana2172]

In this clip along with MJ 3 others who gave you nightmares: Alex English, Rick Berry, Bernard King

[@jessejazz3023]

Marques Johnson was a complete player no doubt about it.During the all star voting just about every year in the Eastern Conference the starting all star forwards were Larry Bird and Dr.J Julius Erving.Marques was just a tough . I hope he will get in the NBA Hall of Fame.

[@jessejazz3023]

Marques was just as tough as Bird and Dr.J.Milwaukee doesn’t get enough tv coverage

[@tellthetruthg]

Great program

[@georgesanchez8678]

This man on 2k is so overpowered he do not miss

[@kbrich-nn8od]

He was commonly referred to as the best player in the NBA circa1981-1984'/!!!

[@xmainevent]

I looked this up after watching “the last dance” and noticing Jordan had a poster of this guy on his college dorm room wall under Magic Johnson

[@juanfranciscosantana4793]

Wao .the first point foward .awesome

[@marcthompson3665]

Those Bucks teams were so good, just unfortunate they had to go through Philly and Boston every year.

[@MrBronx61]

Yeah, and when they finally beat Boston in 1983, they had to deal with Moses & the Doctor. But those Bucks teams were loaded.

[@atribecalledlen3567]

The only team to ever sweep Larry bird

[@garygoodin40]

Very explosive off the floor. Probably the best forward ever at UCLA.

[@rokyericksonroks]

A very athletic guy who plays hard and exerts? Man, you’ve got yourself some trouble when you’re up against that. That’s Marques Johnson. He was a force in the PAC-10 and the NBA.

[@thorntonwilliams3851]

Best UCLA forward ever was probably Jamaal (Keith) Wilkes.

[@vincentdizon9110]

He should be in the Hall of Fame. Pretty much could do everything. I'm curious how many NBA players who averaged 20 pts and 7 rebounds per game aren't in the Hall of Fame. And the advanced stats love him, too. 3.6 BPM and 33.6 VORP for his career.

[@junestevens5123]

He didn't have long career injuries if he would've score 25,000 he would've in hall of fam3

[@ShunyamNiketana]

Very quick taking the ball from dribble or pass to shot. Averaged a double double as a rookie. Playing so hard and being such a rebounder caused wear and tear early. But unless he grew after college, he wasn't 6'7". I'd say 6'6".

[@andreisevostianov9525]

His my top-45 NBA player (since merging the leagues in 1976).

[@HikarusukeShindou]

I just dunked with him on with Mutombo on 2K. After that I had to look him up and I see he was a beast.

[@buzzbuddy523]

I came to find that mans highlight back in the days, cuase hes still dunking at 65 years.

[@hehateme71]

Very underrated basketball player!

[@In73ll3c7u5]

Im here because of nba 2k. Kenny said that Jayson Tatum reminded him of Marques Johnson, glad i looked the brother up.

[@papas12341]

What's a damn shame he's not in the Hall of Fame some of those guys that have gone in before him Marques would run circles around them Chris mullins really

[@vdLeo-je6os]

Excellent player but unfortunatelly "unknown" NBA star! One of the best s.guards - s.forwards of the late 70's and the 80's! He wasn't flashy but he had a very high basketball I/Q level. A HoF in my opinion!

[@mr.freddie]

Ευδόξιος Λεονταράς very underrated

[@vincentdizon9110]

Should be in Hall of Fame, no doubt. It's ridiculous that he's been overlooked for so long.

[@doylestrickland4870]

Shieeed yes he was flashy you need to see more highlights. They only showing so much here. I grew up on MJ and saw him dunk a alley oops backwards without even looking at the basket among many other moves. Glad to see him finally get his props.

[@frankc.9345]

@@vincentdizon9110 AMEN BROTHER! It's a travesty Ben Wallace is in really I would take Marques anytime over this players that wet elected recently don't forget he could've of scored 30 a game easy but was asked to be more of a team player wich he did look it up

[@DeeNice681]

My Dad saw Junior Bridgemen throw a alley pop pass, and Marques Johnson went up ‘Gerald Green style’ at the top of the square, and threw it down with one hand.

[@robertthabassheadjacobson4968]

And hes still dunking at age 64!

[@eyes2338]

He kills it in nba2k20

[@AfricanH3ro]

He's a beast in 2K

[@faustogalarza9560]

I was Adidas, I like the Lakers and I like Marques Johnson - Michael Jordan

[@javusbonmon6937]

🏀🏀🏀

[@vincentdizon9110]

Ralph Sampson had half as good of a career as Marques Johnson, but Sampson is in the Hall of Fame, while Johnson isn't. Doesn't make sense.

[@justeping9469]

He went in because of his college career. The bball hall of fame isn't just for Nba performance only.

[@DeeNice681]

Johnson was player of the year in college. He didn't win it twice like Sampson, but he didn't get the touches his junior year like hm!

[@ShunyamNiketana]

@@DeeNice681 ~ Yes, and he won at least two NCAA championships.

[@atribecalledlen3567]

@@DeeNice681 Sampson at Virginia was a different type of beast

[@DeeNice681]

@@atribecalledlen3567 He never averaged even 20 points in college, and his teams usually never went past the elite eight. A lot of ability, but a bit overrated!

[@kennethhenson8240]

Bob Lanier said he was better than Doctor J whoa that’s some very high praise!!! I do know this he was a baaaaaaad man Marques Johnson should be in the Hall of fame IMO

[@Amick44]

He didn't have a long, uninterrupted career like Doc. His prime was cut short due to injuries, that's all.

[@bladadowsweat2911]

Here after Kenny Smith said Jayson Tatum reminds him of Marques Johnson in 2k20 commentary

[@DeeNice681]

Similar footwork and movement, but Marques had more hops, and better defense!

[@frankstv1094]

Best point forward

[@33smooth]

I’m here because I was watching White Man Can’t Jump and Marques Johnson is the guy who tried to cut Wesley Snipes and Woody for hustling him! Wow showed how much a 90’s baby knows but fun fact tho 🤷🏾‍♂️

[@cwvos]

I've been reading a few of the comments and if it's as you guys have mentioned, and Marques Johnson IS NOT a HOFer, that's rediculous! There was very little that he couldn't do. He had the strength of a power forward, the quickness and foot speed of a small forward and a very high level of intelligence for the game itself. A flair for the dramatic, leaping ability and a designed system of play surrounding Dr. J, in my opinion was the only thing that separated he, and Johnson's games. Doc was, in my opinion allowed to operate more on his own in Philly's system then Johnson in his! I did have the pleasure of going to the Spectrum in Philadelphia to see games in their first round matchups back in the 80's. It almost seemed like a given, that they played one another, (Milwaukee and Philly) in the playoffs every year. Big Bob, I feel you Brother! I'm riding with the guy I went to war with and who fought with me in the trenches all day too.....

[@DeeNice681]

I agree with you on flair for the dramatic, and designed system for Doc, but Marques actually could jump as high as Julius. Check 17:55 of this video m.kzbin.info/www/bejne/eanCZmCAbadlgZo, he's dunking over Daryl Dawkins who jumped super high. Also check out this alley oop attempt against the Spurs m.kzbin.info/www/bejne/rKGVZ4B-qqZlgrM at 54:34. I also have a video of him catching a outback above the rim one handed against the Bulls. He was one of the best leapers in the league, just didn't show it as much as Dr. J!

[@frankc.9345]

It's a travesty looking at some if this players that are being inducted ahead of him it's a sham!! Dude was the ultimate team player he could've scored over 30 a game easy dude was so smooth

[@robertpreuitt7464]

I just seen that this is Raymond off of White Man Can't Jump

[@igethighhighhigh]

To think I thought he would be kinda nice and found out he’s a innovator!! I’m young so I thought kg was the first of em but I’m glad that’s not true 😂 another legendary black man

[@superRecon81]

Never knew who this guy was until the 64 year old dunk video. I have to do more research

[@edmartinezdj9034]

MJ modeled part of his game after him. Enough said. And guys like LBJ that probably never saw him play, actually are just doing the same things he did 30 years before them.

[@wekiwisdofly85]

Raymond is that you?

[@pontiacGXPfan]

Damn, Raymond played pro ball?!

[@codingsource7309]

He can still dunk at 64!

[@BraveFencer]

He still dunking at 66

[@johnnybarnes2120]

Marqus from Marquette the man

[@ultra1wins]

I liked Marques Johnson but come on, there's a reason everyone at the time wanted to be like Dr. J!

[@simonladrick8537]

Elgin Baylor was the really first small point forward, lol. But I respect M. Johnson game but I respect more as actor as because that how I get know him whom just happen to be great basketball player with the Bucks, lol.

[@privateuser7]

"He was a good ath-ah-leet"

[@johnhuncho7347]

HE IS DIGUSTING ON 2K🔥😭😭‼️. He is a god

[@tellthetruthg]

Didn’t he play for a ncaa championship team? I’m 64 and for sure can google it . But I saw Mr Johnson play vs the warriors in the three times I saw him he was the best player on the floor without a doubt . There were some great players On both teams

[@tlharris40]

He played for John wouldn't last UCLA championship in 75

[@tlharris40]

I meant to say John Wooden

[@dineroroberto309]

Smooth cat forgot how bad ass he was

[@shermanmiller3203]

Young hoopers, leave the drugs alone!!!

[@920Collector]

Who's here because of "the last dance"?

[@mmcneil777]

HOF!!!

[@Kitu74]

Paul Pressey was the first point forward

[@anthonypetties558]

Nope

[@Amick44]

Rick Barry and John Johnson of Seattle in the 70s.

[@DrSooner1]

Great player without question. But Lanier is smoking crack if he thinks Johnson was better than Dr. J. That was just an ignorant statement.

[@scottdavidson7001]

DrSooner1 Lmfao. yup. Doc really at a different level.

[@DeeNice681]

I don't feel he's better than Dr. J, but he did play better defense than him, and handled the rock better. I still wonder if Don Nelson wouldn't have clamped down his touches and scoring, he may have been better than Doc!

[@scottdavidson7001]

giantrobot9000 100% disagree.

[@dedrickmcconnell621]

Doc would even admit that Marque was a better all around player then him. Doc was not comfortable bringing the ball up the half court. Open Court was Doc time. In the half court he would give it to Cheeks or Toney, or Hollins!

[@tomsinsky5548]

Dr. J. was my hero but--for a couple of years--Marques was the best. A Sports Illustrated article written when Bird & Magic were young asked which one was the best player in the NBA, then said neither--that Marques Johnson was. Yeah, that went a little too far. Again, I love Dr. J, but Marques was GREAT at defense and we in Milwaukee were lucky to watch him and Sidney Moncrief playing together. Michael Jordan had a Marques Johnson poster in his room. Seriously. So did I.

[@tonypruitt1832]

If it not been for injuries he would have easily been a top 3 Sf ever James or Durant don't have anything on Johnson

[@MoneyOverFame]

Tony Pruitt facts. Bro was a hell of a player

[@rhideflory]

Relax

[@junestevens5123]

Not sure he better than those two

[@obsocky779]

@@junestevens5123 He was better than either Durant or LeBron. Don't you believe your own eyes?

[@diegomoves601]

They dont let him shoot threes on 2k tho hahaha

[@tomsinsky5548]

Besides being a college basketball NCAA Player of the Year, Marques Johnson was the most handsome guy to ever play in the NBA. I'm not gay, but if I woke up tomorrow in my bed with my brain in young Marques Johnson's body instead of my fat, short, ugly old one, I'd feel like I'd won the lottery. My wife wife would be freaked out, but would be thrilled if I could prove it was me inside. I'd still probably suck at basketball though--Marques Johnson had a coach father, & played for John Wooden & Don Nelson. As the video states, he was a really smart player. Well this is the weirdest post I've ever written.

[@frankc.9345]

Chris Mullin in the Hall of Fame and not Marcus Johnson I'll take Marcus Johnson any day of the week over that guy

[@leonblack751]

HOF

[@madhavyu]

Was one of my favorite players until he started robbing bodegas and threatening people.

[@egbunaobi4237]

For those who act like Lebron James is so unique, i'm not talking about brand, i mean on the court skill and polish. Not dominating the ball to shield your limited arsenal

[@cbrown940]

MIL was cracking heads in the east during his heyday, a PERENNIAL all-star at his position! Buckets!! 🪣 🪣