Jrue Holiday: Mr. Basketball, "Process" castoff ... Champion Glue Guy

[@UncleJrueForTue]

In my clearly, completely unbiased opinion, this is the best prism video to date.

[@blah2blah65]

Not sure if your name and comment hints that you are *the* Jrue Holiday or just a mega-fan, but either is fantastic. I'm not big into the NBA after overdosing on Michael Jordan and Scottie Pippen when I lived in Chicago during their reign (and later getting very busy with career, being a husband, and then a father). But a look at Jrue's Wikipedia article shows there is so much more that is inspiring about him than even this video displays.

[@Ffancrzy]

I feel like being "your favorite player's favorite player" is one of the best accolades a player can have

[@russallen2011]

Like how DOOM is your favorite rapper’s favorite rapper

[@TheEloka123]

Its so fun to watch Jrue play defense and try to understand the little decisions he makes to disrupt the offence

[@austinbender8333]

Aw man I remember watching a video a couple years ago and hearing him talk about defense is insane. Like the man is pretty much playing chess in his head while he’s playing basketball, it’s just honestly impressive af. It’s why he’s been one of my favorite players since he was in New Orleans.

[@dominicanderson5408]

Jrue and KCP being the only players to win 2 championships in the 2020's makes so much sense, both great role players, seem to be likeable and know their roll

[@henry7486]

@@dominicanderson5408 Danny Green won in 2019 and 2020, and is in a somewhat similar mold too

[@Almost_Clutch]

Im so glad Jrue is getting his flowers early. This man is nothing but class.

[@leonardo3399]

I have nothing but respect for this guy

[@nathanalexanian1106]

Nothing but love for Jrue from Milwaukee ❤❤

[@Jacks2022]

The secret base video off the refresh is crazy

[@Sticktothemodels]

S/O to Momma Holiday, who was the AD at Campbell Hall. Raised 3 NBA players who are all good human beings. and they got it from her. My brother played with Aaron & My HS yoga teacher married their cousin lol. LA royalty forreal

[@bleeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee]

HS yoga teacher????

[@lukegarrett4007]

Interesting enough, I went to the same highschool he did, and they still talk about him regularly, and it's not for his basketball skill. All the teachers talk about how amazing of a person he was. He still makes regular visits to the school especially because his mom is a dean there.

[@mothersuperior7942]

Jrue is a throwback to when the most important thing in the NBA was winning basketball.

[@seffor]

what does this even mean man. all basketball that wins is winning basketball.

[@natemup]

@@seffor I think he means that some teams (and a ton of players) care less about winning and more about money, notoriety, hype, etc. Jrue, on the other hand, says nothing, doesn't demand huge contracts, is barely a celebrity, and just plays well on both sides of the ball.

[@AB-sw4kb]

@@seffornot all of the NBA is interested in pursuing basketball for basketball's sake

[@Llowin2]

@@sefforOthers have said already, but there’s often opportunty costs, and conflicts of interest that happen relating to sacrificing self-promotion in pursuit of the big win! Think like the high-performing employee that isn’t promoted because they’re “too good at their current job” kinda thing. Ppl who embrace doing all the dirty work for the win (with someone else likely getting the glory) should be celebrated.

[@faceurhell]

Glad I got to witness Jrue be an amazing player and two time champion for my favorite team, USA Basketball. A true American basketball legend.

[@Mieslk2]

Him and KD carried hard in the 2021 Olympics

[@bccronin25]

7:10 Ah yes, "Uncut Gems" the greatest documentary film of all time😂

[@Mixamaximus]

Had to rewind after that line. I was sure I heard it wrong the first time.

[@David-iv6je]

They've got a sense of humor

[@pjortego]

This dude is so underrated defensively. He can effectively defend 1-2-3 positions. Giannis and JT needs to thank this man for giving them a ring.

[@trashcangus]

One of the most underrated players ever probably

[@njmksr8686]

Jrue Holiday... took one year to be a Celtics legend. Champion.

[@nbapbaupdate8338]

Jrue Holiday great player On & off the court 💪🔥💪

[@seanbridgewater3175]

He's simply Jrue: Cool as the other side of the pillow (RIP Stuart Scott) A relentless competitor More than anything else a he's an amazing human being who is all about family.

[@StefveoX]

I think the moral of this story is as long as you're committed to being a good and decent person, you will find success in whatever shape or form wherever you go.

[@EHeroClayman]

Watching Jrue play in New Orleans for the many years they had him made me appreciate his work ethic and what he brought on the court. When Boston got him, I knew all that unselfish attitude that he had would be the missing piece along with Tingus would propel Boston to another championship. Thanks Philly for giving up on Jrue.

[@erikmessi10]

"Nembhard drives into the paint.... KNOCKED AWAY AND STOLEN BY HOLIDAY" 🔥🔥🔥 This play came after an And-1 from Jrue to take the lead 112-111 ☘️☘️☘️

[@J.Ritchie23]

My favorite Pel of all-time. Class act, doesn't get any better. Supported every decision he has made since he came to NOLA and glad he got his rings.

[@ncg195]

I'm a Bucks fan, and I'll always love Jrue. I know that Pelicans and Celtics fans, and probably even Sixers fans, feel the same way. My favorite thing about him that was not mentioned in this video is that he was the only member of the 2024 Olympic team that was not an all star in the previous NBA season, and yet all of his Olympic teammates said that he was the most important player on the team.

[@aaronhooper3328]

Fellow bucks fan… I started loving jrue while he was in Philly and wanted us to trade for him all the way back then. i was so hyped when we finally made the move!

[@NickPR87]

Jrue is and will always be one of my favorite players to watch, he's not flashy on offense; but gets it done and on defense he's one of the smartest, toughest and hardest working defenders the league has seen.

[@mjmwise]

I loved watching young Jrue in Philly. I was stunned when he got traded. He seemed like a great young leader to build around.

[@ItzSloany]

Jrue Holiday needs to be in the hall of fame. He’s just so damn good for winning teams

[@davdia]

So was Robert Horry, who isn't in.

[@ItzSloany]

@ he played 43% of his career games off the bench and only received 6th man of the year votes one season. He is not comparable to Jrue

[@frantastic4047]

2× NBA champion, 3× NBA All-Defensive First Team and 2x Gold Medalist (Edit: as of Jan. 2025) might very well be enough for he HOF imho.

[@henry7486]

@@frantastic4047he’s a 2 or 3 time All-Star too, if Boston go back-to-back or even three-peat - Jrue may have a small argument to make it but I don’t think he will

[@Bigedub101]

Exactly, it's not even close comparison ​@ItzSloany

[@lukestarkiller441]

I'll never forgot the look on Brad Stevens face during the press Conference with Jrue after trading for him. He had the biggest smile on his face like he knew he just got the missing piece the Celtics needed for a Championship.

[@tylersimmons4287]

as a Pels fan, Jrue was our underrated gem and our worst kept secret. It was so sick to watch him flourish in Milwaukee

[@lucagattoni-celli1377]

Watching him play is such a pleasure, I fell in love with his game in the finals with the Bucks.

[@onleatherwings6273]

Jrue is honestly my favourite current player. He’s so underrated, as everyone loves to say, but he does everything so well. So happy he’s a 2x champ

[@pranavmanie1479]

this man is a Hall of Fame player. one of my favorite players to watch. he may not have superstar-level skills offensively, but his superb decision making and his unbelievably clutch defense has gotten him his deserved flowers and 2 rings. simply a winning player. and all that after what he and Lauren went through. what resilience.

[@setapartprod]

jesus that 09 class was stacked, have we ever had that many players from a single draft play 10+ years in the league before?

[@ikedatike2533]

I don't think so, nor do I believe that we'll see a class like that ever again. Sure you have 84 96 and 03 but '09 is just built different because not only do you have multiple stars and superstars but also multiple elite role players play for templess years

[@johndebono1870]

09 is a fun class to look back on since it's probably more of a very good class than an elite one. You got the obvious highs of Steph and Harden, plus the great secondary stars (Demar, Blake Griffin, Jrue Holiday) and role players (Teague, Pat Bev, Danny Green and Patty Mills), but also has the hilarious screw ups to have some good what ifs (Hasheem Thabeet #2, the Timberwolves picking two PGs and neither was Steph).

[@Bigedub101]

​@@johndebono1870to this day Wolves gotta be punching air.

[@YukkiRuiii]

08 Class actually can match 09 with the amount of players who played 10+years in the league (while 08 Class tho cant compare to 09's talent pool)

[@OzoneTVAustralia]

Best prism video yet, goated secret base host and presenter

[@treng9349]

True NBA role model. A perfect career of a man with championships, resilience during hard times while being a family man. I would be star struck meeting Jrue

[@ChewCokGaming]

New viewer here, got recommended the Kadarius Toney fan club video (I’m a convert now) and instantly subbed. I can honestly say there’s no other sports related KZbin channel putting out videos in the style and narratives you bring. Hoping you have a massive 2025!!

[@auua1001]

go watch the history of the seattle mariners asap

[@jtizzle124]

The People you’re paying to be in shorts is another must watch

[@SwuadeTV]

Been a fan since jrue hit the league(I'm a pistons fan thru and thru, that's my city but i am also a player fan) and even forgot that i was cuz i stopped keeping for awhile and 2 years ago my bro n law reminded me how much i used to talk him up to him "that was ya boy" he told me and it hit me like damn he was, so to see him get his and always knew he was cold

[@patwalsh1045]

i watched jrue holiday play in a showcase game in high school in minnesota at the target center and have loved following his career knowing him since i was 15

[@MrNrj6490]

Love Jrue. Pure winner, we’re lucky to have him in Boston.

[@Morais9014]

What a fantastic episode for a fantastic person and player. Quality.

[@nvm9040]

Absolutely a banger of a Prism episode and the best to date I feel like his time with New Orleans is underrated

[@richardhabibi]

The best Prism episode to date. Love Jrue and love Secret Base

[@ParsnipPizza]

I was so flabbergasted when Holiday was traded to the Blazers (such clear sellers), the fact he was available to Boston was so crucial

[@voiceofreason2674]

As a pelicans fan ive watched a lot of Jrue and im very familiar with his defensive style. Him and AD paired really well together and that round 1 sweep of the blazers was a masterpiece.

[@wilkic2]

Jrue is one of my favorite players. What a great dude

[@PpP-dr1od]

I'm not a big basketball fan anymore, but that 2011-2012 Sixers team that upset the Bulls is some of the most fun I ever had following a team. None of the guys went on to be 'the guy' for a winning team, but so many went on to be good role players on better teams: Andre Iguodala, Jrue Holliday, Lou Williams, Evan Turner, and Thaddeus Young

[@henry7486]

I’m a Sixers fan (starting in 2021) but does that really count as an upset? D-Rose literally got hurt.

[@user-bp1pu]

Im also one, that stuff was fraudulent. Rose missed basically every game and joakim noah was injured too. And then we took a doc rivers team to game 7. Like yeah hes a choker, not an acheivement. ​@@henry7486

[@joshthoughts6177]

This guy is so good, his precision on defense is unreal, he knows where the player wants to go before they do sometimes😅

[@rickycurley159]

Trust me, EVERY Bucks fan wishes he never left. Equally as important as Giannis in the championship run

[@Khronogi]

Yep

[@Billb0418]

Dame?

[@rickycurley159]

@@Billb0418 nope, id take Jrue 10 times out of 10. His defense is unmatchable. Aside from that, it shouldve been Middleton that got the boot, not Holiday

[@Mieslk2]

I’m a Bucks fan for two decades and Jrue is one of my all-time favorites. Hindsight is 20/20 though, you take the Dame trade EVERY single time. It just didn’t work out in the way we wanted, plus the jury’s still out on it. It was less about Jrue leaving MKE and more about Boston getting him after, along with Middleton's declining health. If he went to any contender not named the Boston Celtics & we remained healthy, no one would think twice about it.

[@hirshja]

@@Mieslk2the bucks front office should have actively seeked out a 3 team trade so they could control where he went. Instead, they left it up to the blazers to decide, and there really wasn’t anyone else who both could offer what the Celtics could, and had the incentive to do so. The green had already attempted to trade Brogdon once that off-season, and that’s never good for locker room cohesion. I will say, though, that even at the time, tearing the team down to that extent was not a good decision. They fired their head coach after they lost a series to the eventual eastern conference champions while Giannis was injured, and then they traded their second most important player for an aging, ball dominant, defensive liability.

[@Nickster_28]

Eternally grateful for Jrue Holiday's impact on my favorite team the Milwaukee Bucks🙌🏼 I was happy for him when he won a ring with the Celtics last season.

[@madeliakandmonroe2032]

Bro I swear to god , as a 76ers fan it seems like we draft so many good role players and fringe all stars but then give up on them quick and trade them

[@lukemigely7750]

Been waiting for this one

[@tommyj653]

Solid scorer, great playmaker, fantastic defender and a hustler.

[@Mikegaryhouse]

Always loved Jrue on my sixers as while gutted he left, was pleased he got his championships we still would not have been able to give him! Even now! Because we suck.

[@snowless456]

I love Jrue Holiday

[@spjr99]

I have been acreaming Jrue holidays name from the mountaintop dor years as one of the best pooint guards in the NBA. He is so consistent on both ends of the floor

[@TheoneandonlyRAH]

This is one of the best secret bases yet

[@Erawk]

It's a privilege to watch Holiday and White every game for the Celtics. One of, if not the, best backcourts in the league.

[@davionwilliams4011]

A seemingly recent argument in the basketball universe centers on ring weight, how much each matters and if there's any merit to that perspective, then Jrue has two very valuable rings with those back to back, well deserved rings. Laker fan so I can't bring myself to be happy for the Celtics, but for Jrue and Al? Respect.

[@apache3133]

The story isn't over though! He's still playing, I feel like these vids fit way better as career retrospectives.

[@dylanclarke2949]

Prism is possibly the best series about sports in KZbin history.

[@Skinslyfe]

I’m a Washington fan who’s lived in Milwaukee since 8. This championship felt warm somewhere in my heart because I watched those Monta Ellis Brandon Jennings teams get crushed by Lebron

[@TheTEN24]

The second the bucks traded Jrue to the Celtics I knew it was a wrap for the league. He’s just a solid player in all aspects and a winning player. Huge respect for him.

[@ryanmahon1]

Great vid, Jrues just a plain winner

[@Jarekthegamingdragon]

I feel like this video ended early. No talk in detail at all of how he got to the bucks/celtics or those championship runs.

[@willhelm94]

This man has deserved attention forever

[@elanzankman4399]

I love this guy's voice

[@epr118]

Loved Jrue with the Sixers!

[@jdapaul1351]

Jrue... extremely underrated. Guy has probably the second most championships in his draft class. He probably is among the greatest point guard role players.

[@melatoninfiend]

imo he should be a hall of famer once he retires.

[@thejayster7260]

as sixers fan, im happy for Jrue. he deserves it.

[@davidstumpfl5889]

Jrue will be a Hall of Famer. Being an important part of two completely different championship teams is crazy. Few players I can think of with similar resumes. Dennis Johnson? Dennis Rodman?

[@mikaeki5245]

Great vid, thanks.

[@AnotherStatsGuy]

Holiday is still statistically speaking THE most productive player the Pelicans have ever had. 10th in Offensive Rebounds, 5th in Blocks, Top 4 in every other counting stat.

[@InohiHsohba]

Jrue Holiday is like Jose Ramirez bro… and as a Guardians fan I do not say that lightly. The same way Ohtani said “I’m most excited to see Jose” at the all star game, Jrue has that effect on stars. Just a consummate pro and an absolute stud who night in night out gonna do all the little things. Never MVP numbers, but no one can question their value.

[@JackFarrell-v5v]

Jrue, my goat, my forever favorite player

[@Yoeleezythe1]

Love jrue bro! True baller right there

[@MayorOfHogTown]

There is no one else even on the same level as Seth

[@jvanduyne]

One video closer to a full length Process video for the Sixers

[@ThePeachTube]

Jrue Holiday is absolutely goated🍀

[@troyc7726]

one of my fav players

[@jameslebus2432]

Having Jrue on the Celtics has really cushioned the blow of their dominance. Like, man I hate the Celtics but atleast Jrue is getting the recognition he deserves

[@RyanDelaney-m9l]

Jrue “The Glueman” Holiday

[@MrReese]

8:37 Just being traded to a random team without having a say in it still feels completely wrong to me. Not having a say about your own future and destiny is still some sort of slavery to me, even if you get paid millions.

[@fortynights1513]

They brought back Spectral Shift, great intro track for this series

[@ndjk2821]

The man deserves his flowers

[@Peekul1]

He was MVP my rookie year with the sixers in 2k13

[@Rob72998]

“Documentary-film Uncut gems” 😂😂

[@knightvr_112]

Jru is the man. His wife seems cool as hell too.

[@davidroos935]

Such a hard player and a really good guy in general

[@markjackson6431]

Rewinder: 2006 Orange Bowl 3OTs Beef History: Eric Lindros vs Philadelphia Flyers Organization (Bobby Clarke) Rewinder: George Foreman wins the Heavyweight championship at 45 Overlap: Greatest College Football Coach (Saban) and the Greatest NFL Coach (Belichick) coaching in the same division Beef History: Michael Jordan and Isiah Thomas Beef History: Phil Jackson and Pat Riley Untitled: Barry Sanders Collapse: Early 90s Buffalo Bills Collapse: 1987-2000 Florida State Seminoles Collapse: Moneyball (2002) Oakland Athletics Rewinder: 2012 Olympic 100m Men’s Final Rewinder: The Catch By Willie Rewinder: Wide Right I, Wide Right II

[@akshaymody6878]

Absolute winner in basketball and in life!

[@randomaccountmadeyup]

Love this guy.

[@efkastner]

the intro reminded me a lot of the NYT article from a decade or so ago titled, “The no-stats all star” profiling Shane Battier

[@JackFarrell-v5v]

MY GOAT YEEEAAAAAAHHHHHHHHHH

[@fosterheuer4666]

This one makes me happy

[@mazdakmina9493]

Asking again, please do Michael Olowokandi! His story feels perfectly written for a Prism video!

[@UncleCheekClappa]

Just a chill guy

[@PriceAintRight]

Jrue family genetics is nutty. 3 NBA players. We not finna gloss over that 😂

[@Hitdablunt23]

Those TF-1000’s were like dribbling rocks 🤣🤣

[@bullshark3771]

As a Celtics fan when we got jrue and people were saying he was done I was like nah we low key won the trade.

[@DontuseMyRealNameYTplz1425]

I still miss him

[@IndistreeHolla]

Amazing video. Jrue Holiday is excellent.