Doc Rivers | Celtics Big 4, Lob City Clippers, 2008 Title ft. Paul Pierce | EP 51| KG Certified

On the latest episode of KG Certified, Kevin Garnett & Paul Pierce chop it up with their former coach Doc Rivers. Doc opens up about his coaching career, including his time in Boston, winning the 2008 title, the 'Lob City' Clippers rise & fall, and his time in Philly.
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[@cwl1919]

Did anybody else rewind that “who guarding Bonner?” part a million times too? Lmao. 🤣

[@rrealjuliuss]

Bruh I literally clipped myself on my ps4 because I was laughing so much at this story 😂😂😂 “he rollin” 😂😂

[@mattydaddy3162]

We gonna have to send some help on Bonner!

[@tzetzat]

Timestamp?

[@yungjoka5962]

Shit was hilarious bro “red head was hitting that shot”

[@cwl1919]

@@tzetzat13:30 my guy 😂

[@bigsnoopy15]

Breakdown of this episode ✊ @1:04 Defining moment for the team @5:27 Coaching Austin Rivers @7:15 Being in Broadcasting vs Coaching @13:16 Garnett pissed off on defense 😂 @16:10 Teaching fans the game during the broadcast @18:20 Getting Kevin Garnett to buy in @27:50 Thinking Rondo wasn't good enough for the Celtics @32:00 Garnett vs Perkins @33:20 Coach Tibbs thrown in the fire 😂 @36:03 the moment Coach Rivers knew they was in trouble vs LeBron @44:12 Golfing 🤦‍♂️😂 @46:09 Calling Plays 😂 @49:40 Rondo a potential coach @51:54 Potential fight in the Celtics Locker room during a press conference 😮😂 @53:57 Changing of Team's Cohesion in the League @57:10 Trading shai gilgeous-alexander 🤦‍♂️ @1:02:58 Getting Shaq on Board 💪😂 @1:05:12 Garnett arm wrestling Big Baby 😂 1 of the Best Duo Ex-NBA players to do this Podcasting stuff 💪😂, they setting the bar for just raw emotion & honesty ✊

[@ayeitsjay883]

Real mvp right here thanks dog

[@PlaystationNigga-jv9fm]

Thanks bro

[@najibang7620]

thank you!

[@scamcreds]

thank you bro

[@dexterlewis20]

Thank you

[@MartyLeonXIIIGaming]

It's crazy cause I hated these guys back in the day, I hated the celtics, couldnt stand em' but now I love these guys. Great human beings and so cool to see this NBA podcast era where we can look back and hear all the stories from back in the day.

[@nicksouza1567]

As a Celtics fan, this was so dope to watch and listen to. Absolute legends these guys.

[@dexterswoopss6240]

Would of been dope if rondo and Allen was there too 🔥

[@__L_S_B__]

I thought tony allen was at the function but didnt make it in

[@alexcueto]

@@__L_S_B__ray allen

[@Aschalew5]

Nah just Rondo

[@logan9205]

Ray don’t mess with KG

[@teelove4443]

@@logan9205They put that stuff behind them

[@Miniowns]

I would pay anything for a Celtics documentary with that winning team

[@qtluv27]

Right. Especially putting the money up in the Lakers' visting locker room.

[@fanda6122]

they already did it bro it was released on DVD they used to advertise it on nbatv all the time

[@CoolTy23]

Why? They only won 1 chip 😭

[@qtluv27]

@@CoolTy23 Always a hater lurking!

[@Miniowns]

@@CoolTy23 would rather watch a documentary on them than any other team lmao. These guys have stories for days. A team of unique people who weren't afraid to speak their minds

[@Bluefield93]

I grew up with and became a fan of the NBA around 2009 with the Kobe/Pau Lakers teams, NEVER in my life would I have imagined that I’d be so interested in hearing what these dudes have to say for an hour. Salute KG certified!

[@Unclekoze]

Love to see y’all dropping episodes weekly man. Helps me through a lot when it comes to tapping into my routine. Y’all motivate people off the court the same way y’all do on the court. Real impact💯

[@jamalsdad3711]

Great podcast! You can feel the deep love respect brotherhood between these three.

[@jamalsdad3711]

Doc is a real OG!

[@Jp2timezz]

@@jamalsdad3711Nocap

[@rokutime2627]

Props to KG for keeping his focus. It was a lot more controlled than normal.

[@jamalsdad3711]

@@rokutime2627 I agree. Doc is like they're father so naturally they reeled in the shenanigans.

[@ThebiggestSHO]

As a sixers fan who was partially angry with Doc after last season, I can’t even be mad. Great coach, even greater man and leader. 40+ years in the association is not something to take lightly. HOF coach hands down. Respect to a legend 🫡

[@kenlouis5144]

As a Celtics fan, Doc's garb.🫡

[@oussamahui3933]

Need to give that man his flowers 💐

[@gawdlyb5117]

​@@kenlouis5144he took yall to 2 and won 1 against a God of basketball

[@kenlouis5144]

@@gawdlyb5117 nah, more more...could've one atleast one dam more with that squad...

[@johnsondoeboy2772]

Great coach’s don’t consistently drop 3-1 leads, genius

[@00ABBITT00]

I'm not a BOS fan but I can still remember KG's "Anything is possssssssibllllle!" after they won the chip. Fun team.

[@GTR24]

That 2008-2009 team was going to win back to back. They had a 19 game win streak and they down-played the seriousness of KG's injury.

[@slikron8536]

Kobe gave them hell that series .

[@jayceltics9345]

@@slikron8536 we didn't play Kobe and the Lakers that year. KG went down with a knee injury and we lost to Orlando in the Playoffs, who then went on to play the Lakers. But yes, Kobe gave the Magic hell that series. Haha

[@philvillafana2584]

​@@slikron8536that wasn't even that season tard

[@tinyfalcon1185]

lakers snapped that wining streak on Christmas Day and beat Boston in Boston 2 months later, Celtics 09 with KG will not beat L.A. who was healthy in 09 not 08

[@GTR24]

@@tinyfalcon1185 Both meetings in 08-09 were down to the wire. One of those meetings was without KG and the C's lost by 1 point in OT.

[@AMart870]

Was a big fan of that Big 3 of KG, Paul "Truth" Pierce, Ray Allen (Rajon Rondo) Era of Celtics Basketball, THEY PLAYED ANGRY, always ready for a battle, the team was constructed right Dawgs everywhere: Tony Allen, Eddie House, James Posey, Big Baby Davis and more!

[@ahoha.]

So great seeing this gang together...

[@L4-295]

#Ganggreen

[@just-a-kollector1568]

The best basketball show by ex-nba players, HANDS DOWN!! I’ve always been a KG fan & still have him as my no.1 PF to this day. But now, love him even more in this setting. kG & PP have the best duo & their vibe is 100% genuine like real brothers!

[@SaberKanwar]

Man I could watch these guys go for another hour, this was soooo fun to watch, loved it 🎉

[@macleinelacerda9]

This is Awesome man!! We need a whole lot more of this. We need this look behind the curtain from more teams, players, coaches and GM’s!

[@jonahkamps]

The stories were just incredible so cool to hear about the team dynamic and funny moments. Best bball duo on KZbin

[@davidcoombs9282]

You can see the genuine love they have for Doc

[@DonReubio]

This was an awesome conversation! We need more conversations w/ coaches.

[@ricebowl3]

So much truth and wisdom from Doc on this episode , in the end ego is the biggest enemy

[@kincamell2]

"Anything is possible"- KG Gratitude for sharing. Peace to Leon Powe and that Championship Team. I saw Powe at a Barbershop in North Oakland the week after yall got your rings. He's a cool dude.

[@Drewdriskle]

Man, that 08' celtics team was the reason why I started watching basketball & became a legit celtics fan! The energy around that team was contagious for everyone watching. That whole team literally reminded of all the guys I played pick up basketball with from the hood. Everyone had someone in their hood that looked liked rondo that can ball out 🤣😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂💯 fun times. Hearing doc talk about camaraderie @ 53:45 was great to hear. No team can win in sports or business without camaraderie 💯 great interview gentleman! #banner18🏆

[@Drewdriskle]

#banner18 done let's get #banner19🏆‼️‼️ repeat on the way‼️

[@DavidBarton777]

What a great time in Boston to have Doc Rivers Terry Francona Bill Belichick and Claude Julien As head coaches at the same time. It was special, thank you 👏🏻☘️

[@sweetivy23]

That team was my team and Doc was my coach! I’ve always been a fan of KG, but watching him play with Paul, Ray, Rondo, Big Baby, Perkins, Leon, E. House and being coached by Doc was everything.

[@WavyWade25]

They really got love for doc!! One of the best episodes yet!!

[@MrReginaldEsteban]

Great conversation! Thanks for putting out quality content..one of my favorite pods🙏🏿

[@gracingrayhound8478]

Amazing vibes never die with this group always Legendary when we see them together again there will never be a group as close as this one ever

[@neek22]

This was like a dad talking with his 2 sons about old times that us regular regular people don't know about. They're all good but this is the BEST one. 🔥🔥🔥

[@rahimwilson3795]

This is a great, great talk. It's funny how amazed Paul and Ticket are at how the locker room has changed. That Tiger Woods story though, that's the kind that moves me..great episode.

[@pushin8080]

Doc needs to be the 3rd member the chemistry n good conversations are effortless

[@user-be7tc2bd6e]

What a-GREAT-interview,these guys act like they've been in Vietnam together as soldiers. LOL. Funny stories too. Hope Doc writes a book or two,40 yrs in tha-GAME-and counting.

[@Diamante777]

45:26 KG got me cryinnn lmaooooooooo "in whatever" LMFAOOO

[@skyedior5132]

Celtics are my Favorite Team. So cool to see these 3 LEGENDS together again!!!

[@TrendSettaRico]

As a die hard Lakers fan, this Boston team will always have my respect 🤝🏾💯. Can't wait until our next go round 👀🍿

[@stevebrooks86]

2010 NBA Finals... Lakers Celtics... Game 7... Tied going into the 4th QTR... LAL 83 BOS 79 Final... That was an end of an era, last real battle I remember watching in the NBA. I'm a Warriors fan from the Bay, I love watching Steph hit long 3's, but I miss "real" basketball. Both of those recent Lakers/Celts Finals were appointment TV.

[@urbanvillain1984]

​@@stevebrooks86i miss that nba

[@oussamahui3933]

Those were some of the best basketball years I Have seen in my life so far. So many great memories of another Celtic ☘️ Lakers Dynasty💫 RIP Kobe☮️ I was 27 and balling everyday beacause of watching these greats. Thanks for the Inside noise. I Hope one day Celtics can put together another dream team with DOC drawing plays ✍️ P.S. We finna put that IST Banner up next year 🙌🏾 🏆 ☘️

[@bobabr0]

man we need more of these celtics reunions… 08 champs had the most character and heart ❤ anything is possible!!!!!!!!!!

[@cbrown940]

Might be the best coach+player(s) interview I’ve ever see - insanely enjoyable!

[@sunnyv5718]

The key part is when Doc talks about the best player, shooter, etc is the one who practices the most, takes the most practice shots, out-practices everyone else. Key takeaway for anyone doing anything.

[@Gobolton1]

I've been waiting for this 1!!! My favorite team of all time !! #together

[@ericrichardson4692]

I'm glad Paul & KG are together certified classic🥶🥶🤫🤫

[@Jaycrew2010]

I love to see you all back together again, putting all beefs aside. This is beautiful!✊🏽

[@jabrielfelder1198]

Imagine if Allen was here. This would’ve been the best podcast episode of the year

[@seanravi5283]

Sucha good episode, great seeing conversations like this!

[@hugodom]

The best show man… so real… and the respect theses guys have for each other.

[@georgeyeboah5295]

Doc is one of the coolest coaches to have played for him, Pop, aaah some other great ones as well

[@JS_Speaks]

Okay fellas, great interview, probably your best. Good job!!

[@codacNvegas]

15:09 “listen, we’re gonna have to send some help on Bonner.” 😂😂😂

[@antonioyoung2977]

Man this was so damn good yall. I enjoyed this so much. Ticket and the Truth baby!

[@danfernandez4848]

45:16 I love it when these 2 get at eachother, Ill lock you up in Golf😂😂😂

[@clydemeyer867]

The master 'n student dynamic was cool in this show-respect to the legends- 👑

[@unclebris30]

Listen to our guys.. they just in there celebrating!! 😂😂😂 Love it!

[@jinny13]

I could sit with these guys and listen to their stories for days. Such an awesome team and man these guys are awesome ❤🔥🙌🏻

[@jaygray7883]

This made me like and understand Doc as a coach and a person. Great interview.

[@SadhguruYoga]

I love these dudes bro , Kevin and Paul are two of my favorites ppl in life

[@TJaeSpeaks]

I clicked immediately! This is going to be a banger!

[@genah_spengentertainment9632]

This interview was unskippable, great content!

[@ilovecolumbia]

This might be one of my favorite interviews. This is great.

[@michaelrice9163]

"Oh now you wanna get some Cinnabons" Truth 😂😂😂😂😂

[@sostdm617]

From the first clip i saw earlier i know this is going to be great but Paul will definitely keep interrupting KG lol

[@whatudoin1]

amazing pod ...Doc got stories for days , i always wanted to hear more from him Also interesting to see how loose everything was ...not treating Rondo like a rookie helped the team in the short run but that big unchecked ego hurt his career

[@demontime9490]

This pod was hillarious !! great convo

[@pinkladylynn7487]

Yayy such a great reunion. I remember trek to see y’all play. Bravo well done y’all put it in …..❤️🙏❤️

[@TMajorPro]

Bruh this was a GREAT episode! I had a smile on face the whole time from the stories and the knowledge… and this is from a die hard Lakers fan 😂

[@RolandBullock-ej8wl]

I love the Heat but mad respect for this convo and the memories....good to see ya'll catch up and re-kindle the vibes

[@ralami6183]

The part where Doc talks about the locker room being quiet and players not knowing how to speak to one another is crazy. Hope I’m not being a 33 year old “old head” by saying this 😂

[@breezyk724]

14:18 HE ROLLLLIN! in sync is hilarious

[@dlunn23]

KG is one of the realest funniest dude in the business! This was the perfect podcast

[@limitlesschanxes]

This was an awesome episode. Thank you!!!!

[@peterrossini6345]

This is it yo ! All guys authentic , these guys love doc it’s so cool 😎!

[@llmnr3xp0sed]

Amazing that we get to listen to this! Wouldnt it be amazing if someone started a podcast and weekly invited Hall of Famers from every generation and every (major) US Sport to reminisce on their careers. Commentating on historic in-game and team experiences; allowing spectators, like myself, relive those moments from the perspective of an insider.

[@LD-jb5zi]

13:25 pure comedy! This whole segment hahah

[@ian3084]

Awesome to see the legends together

[@blazejon]

This is just beautiful, love seeing these guys trade their stories

[@joshpeng7599]

omg wish I had seen that Ticket vs Baby arm wrestle! The way they described it had me dying!

[@DigitalOdyssey3001]

30:34 "Oh, now you wanna get some Cinnabons!" by Pierce would be a major PAUSE moment on the Camron and Mase show lol

[@rushchax]

It's like we're part of the team. Greatest interview ever!

[@sneakermantone]

Yea KG I’m from NC and every time in my life people doubted me I did the impossible, major salute 1:07:13 sometimes it’s in you !!

[@brianmartin7652]

I’m not even done with this episode and this is one for the books already

[@yessir4263]

2008 was my favorite team man! the original big 3

[@Noeau]

I’m tearing up lol. This is gold!

[@ac5737]

16:08 KG wanted to say "RIDDER" so bad 🤣🤣

[@rooseveltdarbey9493]

That Celtics was my favorite team outside of the 90's Bulls. This team was so phenomenal that Doc Rivers job was so easy, Kevin, Paul and Ray were all seasoned veterans. Rondo and Perkins learned well from those three.

[@JTheTsunami]

"He rollin!" in unison 😆😆

[@k-walk1831]

This episode was great 💪🏾💪🏾💪🏾

[@theannoyedflamingomedia]

Celtics Fan since 81’ #bleedgreen🍀☘️🍀☘️ great conversation!!

[@khayanharris9580]

Absolutely great . My favorite Celtic team of all time

[@2creativo11]

That one was a goodie!. Thanks ya'll

[@sjfish1016]

That was so good, I had to watch it twice!!

[@jalennettles4604]

45:10 “ lord GOLF “😭 nah OG big lords 🤣

[@lordbeerus6182]

No cap doc looks less Stressed man's even look a Lil younger

[@PygmaApril]

At 46:50 Paul mentions a play that was written for a lob for KG and felt that because he was standing in the corner he was "not involved". My man, with this team, plays like that work because great/clutch shooters like you are always a threat. You might be standing on that corner, but the defense it absolutely paying attention to you, and that helps the play develop.

[@DJJUICEBOX15]

KG's impersonations are spot on!!!

[@reallll2778]

I’m happy I’m getting to hear doc rivers side of things the media has a great job of making you assume the worst about people.

[@johngoodwin279]

Doc KG impression tho🔥✊🏾😂😂😂😂

[@Babycuz115]

45:00 is pure comedy 😂😩

[@cjohnson3550]

I enjoyed this sooo much!! It made me think and made me laugh.😊

[@slicetv9221]

Real shit , what i needed right now !!!

[@mellmanjr23]

My Only wish for this video.. is Rondo being in this conversation. Dude so smart.

[@Jaycrew2010]

I truly enjoyed this Podcast - this one and the Club Shay Shay with Mr. Katt Williams (Marine Veteran)!👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽