Petro - The Dražen Petrović Story Must Be Told

Today I do a reaction to a Forgotten Player Profiles video called Dražen Petrović: Reggie Miller called this European Basketball Legend “THE BEST SHOOTER EVER” | FPP. Head over to their channel and shoot a like and subscribe, he's great! Link is below:
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[@ImportAl]

So tragic, Petro finally got minutes and took off his last 2 seasons before the accident. Hitting 45% from three off pull-ups in the 90s was unheard of, Petro would have been All-NBA now.

[@TheRealMindCrime]

I know. He was so good and so ahead of his time.

[@kerry-j4m]

I remember when he gave Jordan 38 pts in a game and didn't care who MJ was,it didn't matter to him.

[@markogjorgiev4912]

@@kerry-j4m thats why he earned the respect of all the greats.

[@kerry-j4m]

@@markogjorgiev4912 AGREED. RIP: Pedro

[@Lomno12]

@@TheRealMindCrime one more thing what could be noticed. You see best 3 point % guys in the league and we know who they are. But each year, onky one guy's name was constantly on top 5. So they all switched spots between 1 and maybe 10 and % was probably not 47, but 43 but would exit top 5. , but only Drazen was constantly in top 5

[@eyalsabag1772]

He is probably the GOAT of European basketball

[@TheRealMindCrime]

can't argue with that

[@RoDiggity3743]

Arvydas might have an argument with that but damn sure top 3

[@aloysiusdevadanderabercrom6401]

​@@RoDiggity3743I'm with you. Sabonis was unique. They both were, but I think you're right.

[@Luka-nw6kc]

I follow your channel for some time now and I can't tell you how glad I am that you did a video about my countryman, Drazen. In Croatia, he is still THE gold standard, not just for a basketball player, but as a sportsperson in general. His accomplishment, work ethic are legendary in Croatia and in Europe. The legacy he left there is crazy. 2 time champion of europe with Cibona, 2 silver medals in olympics, won gold medals for yugoslavia in both eurobasket and world cup. It's a shame that it seems that with his death the Croatian basketball has also died. We haven't had success with the national team since...

[@TheRealMindCrime]

wow, thank you for your comment here. I'm really glad to see such a warm reception to this video. Petro has not been forgotten and it warms my heart to know that

[@DeeDee-li7cu]

I stumbled upon Drazen Petrovic statuę next to a basketball court in Sibenik, his home town, while traveling in Croatia. As a fan of 90s basketball, this was unreal man

[@TheRealMindCrime]

wow!!!! that's so cool!

[@RightHandKam]

I just finished watching the 30 for 30 doc with him, toni, vlaide

[@TheRealMindCrime]

Oh nice! I gotta check that out

[@GhostNinjaTactical]

@@TheRealMindCrimeit’s called “Once Brothers”. It’s one of the best 30 for 30 ever. So good.

[@biffbobfred]

Came here to mention it. It’s one of their best films.

[@uros2345]

I was 8 when he died and still it brings a tear to my eye thinking about it. He would have been 60 in about a month, last week there was a memorial game for him in Zagreb. A lot of European and some NBA legends attended and they got together almost the whole 1992 team surprising them with a virtual rendition of Dražen saying hello to them. I think his amazing work ethic is most inspirational, he worked on his shooting tirelessly from elementary school on, waking up early, getting a few hundred shots off and then hurrying to school.

[@TheRealMindCrime]

awwwwwww

[@realcoachescorner3503]

Petro! These young kids will never know the NBA has been filled with Euro players for awhile, Petro could give anyone the work he was Ginobili before Ginobili. Kukoc, Petro, Sabonis (Arvydis), HedoTurkolu, Peja Stoakovish, more im sure im forgetting but they all were hoopers and had serious game. Sad Petro never got longer opportunity, but he definitely left a lasting impression!

[@TheRealMindCrime]

yes yes! Love all this Petro love in here!

[@frozentspark2105]

He was my dad's favorite player, every time he would score my dad would would stand up and say, HEEEYYYYYY PETROOOOOO!

[@TheRealMindCrime]

hahahha love it!

[@dwaynepadron1357]

We can't forget Šarūnas Marčiulionis from the Golden State Warriors back in the late 80's early 90's. 🏀👍💪🏆

[@TheRealMindCrime]

facts

[@ThePrufessa]

Dude was a fkn beast. I remember being geeked when I got his basketball cards. Jordan made his best layup ever again Petro.

[@samjacob1310]

I never saw Drazen live since I was too young. But I have tremendous respect for him and what he did for the game. When I learned about his story and his passing - I remember feeling sad, despite never seeing him live. I believe that’s what impact meant to me. Thank you for the video! Getting a full dive into his Euro career was eye opening. His drive and determination to prove everyone wrong was incredible!

[@TheRealMindCrime]

I'm so glad to see this warm reception for Drazen here in the comments. I thought most people forgot about him but it seems he is remembered with lots of respect and love. This warms my heart

[@samjacob1310]

@@TheRealMindCrime Absolutely! That's what a community of basketball lifers do - honor and respect the greats of this game.

[@sarahsloot2290]

My god, I’m glad you made this one! I’m fastening my seatbelt now! (Figuratively)

[@TheRealMindCrime]

Nice to see some love for Petro!

[@3912James]

The Knicks caught a break in the 1994 playoffs when they played the Nets.

[@maxfernandez7592]

Great video still remember we started yelling "Petro" the way the next gen yelled "Kobe". If it wasnt for Mark Price he would have been my favorite as I was beggining to see his greatness before his passing.

[@TheRealMindCrime]

Yeah that Petro chant was fantastic and well earned

[@MadMatt41]

Such a sad and tragic loss. Brazen was great to watch. I hope you eventually cover that Once Brothers documentary with Drazen Vladi Dino and Tony. That looks interesting. Great vid.

[@TheRealMindCrime]

I see a lot of mentions about it here in the comments. I'm gonna try and find it and watch it. I'm very interested

[@williamrose2981]

You should do Horace Grant. Dude has been one of my favorite players since the first threepeat. First jersey I ever owned was his Magic jersey. Dude was a twin, won titles with Jordan and Shaq and Kobe, beat Jordan in the playoffs, and had the coolest goggles of all time.

[@10oneluv10]

Kenny Anderson was my favorite player ever, so I watched the Nets every time they were shown in my market. I was heart-broken when I heard of Petro's death. So sad. And it's funny that you mentioned Sabonis...another teammate of Anderson. One of the best passing centers I ever saw.

[@TheRealMindCrime]

Oh man I forgot about Kenny Anderson!

[@Nihilus_Outis]

Petrovic was one of my favorites along with Mark Price and Glenn Rice. On a side note, Caitlin Clark reminds me of Petrovic. A playmaker sharp shooter always playing fast and with high IQ.

[@TheRealMindCrime]

I like that comparison of CC and Petro.

[@RoDiggity3743]

This generation needs to learn how good Petro was

[@TheRealMindCrime]

I agree! Was hoping this would help a bit.

[@conduitofthegospeldarrellb9154]

COULD YOU IMAGINE THE DRAGON IN TODAYS NBA??? Projected avg. 29.3 PPG 4.5 APG 5 RPG 1.5 SPG 50/40/90

[@emiliofederici9459]

You must consider that, at those times, the average European basketball game ended with scores in the 60s, 70s or 80s. Games lasted just 40 minutes and the pace was really slow. 30 points in that context is like 50 in today's NBA.

[@TheRealMindCrime]

that's a dang good point!

[@chrisschaeffer9661]

Loved him off the bench in 89 90 for the Blazers!!! Hecwas still hetting his feel.

[@TheRealMindCrime]

Yup he was just warming up at that point!

[@wizmanballin8498]

Wow, so many memories watching this. Petro was a.momster! Another video these kids need to watch and shut.up.about being done with the 90s😂

[@TheRealMindCrime]

I'm so glad to see all this love for Petro in the comments!

[@mattchooblink]

Very underrated

[@TheRealMindCrime]

I'm so glad this vid got more than 100 views because it shows me that the world hasn't forgotten about Petro. I'm shocked and so happy about it. Petro should never be forgotten

[@maroonmedia2000]

He was from my country of Croatia and I followed him from my young age Drazen was a Kobe like player. Fearless. Two hours training before others and leaving hours after all are gone. He loved basketball to death He died to young. If he lived, I guarantee you a Michael Jordan / Kobe Bryant level of play. He feared noone Drazen was an assassin and Portland treated him like sh*t RIP Drazen

[@emiliofederici9459]

Let me suggest you watching the marvellous "Once Brothers" ESPN movie (one of the "30 for 30" series), about his relationship with Vlade Divac, broken when civil-war exploded in Yugoslavia and all his story up to his tragic death.

[@TheRealMindCrime]

lots of comments here suggesting that. I'm gonna look for it and watch it for sure. I'm very interested in their stories

[@TommyMartini657_jciridje]

On that list for 3pts nobody was scoring over 20ppg except Dragon.

[@mrmeeks85]

Vlade Divac made a documentary called Once Brothers about their relationship. Worth checking out if you can find it.

[@mrmeeks85]

(I posted the above comment early in the video)

[@TheRealMindCrime]

lots of comments suggesting i check that out. I defniitely will. I'm very interested in their stories

[@Lomno12]

Oh man! You promised and delivered! Can't wait to finish work and watch it!!!! My favorite bball player alongside Mj and daddy Bird!

[@Lomno12]

Edit: all these numbers in Europe and game is 40 mins 2x20, not 4x12, 48 like in nba

[@Lomno12]

Edit: if yugoslavia didn't have war, 1992 olympics would be really really fun to watch. USA would win, but nowhere near by 30 point difference

[@Lomno12]

Final in Real Madrid against Cibona: it was nit only fans asking to miss, but also his firmer teammates as they were promised really good money from Cibona if they had won. Drazen smiled and swished both

[@Lomno12]

There is so much more to say and listen to about him especially against his peers

[@TheRealMindCrime]

yesesir!!!! I'm so happy to see all the love for Petro in these comments! This is such a joy to see

[@jammiebooker6489]

Amazing the amount of talent that comes out of the former Yugoslavia. I really wish for peace there, more for the sake of the people, but would be so much more competitive if Yugoslavia fielded teams 1992 and on. Could you imagine the Olympic team this year with Luka and Joker, plus all the role players and lesser known stars.

[@TheRealMindCrime]

Agreed! If Yoguslavia remained 1 nation then the talent that national team would've stacked up would be insane

[@vassilisdimitrakopoulos4715]

If you do research Drazen a bit more, you' ll find out that his tragic car accident that took his life happened days after he signed a contract with the euroleague team Panathinaikos, the same team that signed Dominique a couple of years after. You almost did back to back videos which I can actually relate to, being Greek and a Panathinaikos fan. By the way, i just started watching the video, so there is possibility thay my comment above might add nothing to the conversation.

[@TheRealMindCrime]

lol awesome!

[@jainmelbourne]

The winner of a record six European player of the year awards Sabonis senior is widely considered one of the greatest players that continent has ever produced. He was so dominant Portland used a first round draft pick on him in 1986 despite knowing he was unlikely to come over due to the policies of the communist government as well as the ban on NBA players representing their country at the Olympics . For those of us my age and above, remembering Arvydas because of Domantas would be like remembering Michael Jordan because of Marcus! 😀

[@mhf1979]

🫡🫡🫡RIP Mr Petro His stats for shooting is crazy. Ya bro I remember he trash with MJ and they went all out battle As always Bro you have a great day ahead ☕️☕️☕️

[@TheRealMindCrime]

Those were great battles! Cheers bro 🍻 🍺 🍻

[@Rookie30590]

Would've been even better in this era.

[@TheRealMindCrime]

I totally agree!

[@PedroMFont]

best european player eveeeeeer

[@TheRealMindCrime]

He was a monster!

[@jammiebooker6489]

They would call him Petro Dollar if he was playing in the league now!

[@TheRealMindCrime]

I wish i could see him play in todays game. Petro would be bombing 3s! Lol

[@Riese79]

Petro Petro Petro Petro Pe... Praticamente il meglio di Croazia 😂

[@Fives-CT-5555-]

I saw a documentary about Drazen and Vlade a few years ago. My memory is a bit hazy but their country was torn apart by civil war. If anyone ever says that European players are soft try growing up with genocide and war.

[@TheRealMindCrime]

Exactly! I've heard Kukoc talk about it too. Heck its what delayed his start in the nba by 2 years

[@Fives-CT-5555-]

👍🏼 👍🏼 👍🏼

[@biffbobfred]

It’s part of the 30 For 30 series. “Once Brothers”. Divac talking about the Jugo team and then how it split. Also look for “30 For 30: the 16th man”. Moving.

[@eyalsabag1772]

Btw mc. His numbers are more crazy when u think about the fact that on Europe the game is just 40 minutes not 48

[@uros2345]

And not just that, when he was playing the shot clock was 30 seconds. And in case of fouls etc. it was reset back to 30.

[@TheRealMindCrime]

oh snap! good point!

[@sarahsloot2290]

I hope this video gets some views! What a damned legend!

[@TheRealMindCrime]

Thank you! Me too!

[@TommyMartini657_jciridje]

Second playoff he was playing hurt cause he missed around 15 games prior to playoff that's why he was under his usual over 20ppg

[@TheRealMindCrime]

oh wow

[@chrisschaeffer9661]

Imagine Shaq replaced Laetner??!!!

[@TheRealMindCrime]

I know! He still would've come off the bench out of respect but he would dominate while in there with Mj, magic, etc

[@jjnthegoat2200]

Petro was such a problem when he was on the court.

[@TheRealMindCrime]

I really loved watching him play

[@chrisschaeffer9661]

Traded for The Greyhound Walter Berry.

[@mhf1979]

☕️☕️☕️

[@TheRealMindCrime]

🍺 🍻 🍺