That Levy Gonna Break by Steve Francis | The Players’ Tribune

[@ishammc7211]

Takes a strong person to admit and talk about their faults. Blessings upon you Steve Francis. 🙏🏽

[@ottogreenjr.7857]

🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾❤

[@famtv6202]

He is a true NBA legend who is often forgotten about, most entertaining point guard from early 00's

[@truthis612]

Much respect to the brotha for telling his story but he is not a NBA legend. That word along with genius is overused.

[@Paul.Burrell]

Steve Francis was dope. He was one of my faves of that era. Because he had Yao and Mobley, he didn't put up the eye catching numbers that other guards did. Francis to me is better than any guard in this era not named Curry or Chris Paul.

[@Paul.Burrell]

@@truthis612 He is a legend, he just didn't put up legendary numbers. But his skillset is legendary. He's still talked about because of that reason. If he had been on a bad team he would've been way more popular, because he would've had the ultimate green light and gotten crazy stats.

[@truthis612]

@@Paul.Burrell Lol..ok

[@thesweattexperience7741]

😂😂😂😂Yall are killing me with that thumb nail 😂😂😂😂that is not steve,😂😂😂😂stoooooop🤣🤣🤣😍

[@djfundraiser9710]

Steve would be unstoppable in the present style game. He was ahead of his time.

[@coldkid6]

Steve Francis a legend! Salute to Stevie Franchise!

[@WickedWayne57]

The Franchise was one of the best players of the Early 2000's he just had a bunch of coaches that didn't like his game after Rudy T left. Much respect to your journey man

[@courtenayblair2279]

Nah, he had drinking problems that killed his career. One of my all time favorites, but it wasn't the coaches

[@WickedWayne57]

@@courtenayblair2279 Jeff Vangundy got him and Cuttino Mobley traded because he didn't like the way they played.

[@courtenayblair2279]

@@WickedWayne57 he got them traded because they got TMac, got rid of Cato's contract and Steve led the league in techs...a sign more than basketball was the issue

[@carllee9479]

What Steve did from street ball, to the ACC and the NBA was bananas. More young bucks need to hear his journey.

[@terebinmain]

Steve - I hope you’re doing well wherever you are. Just want to let you know that growing up in Houston in 2000s and watching you carry Rockets was one of the best and fondest memories that I will carry with me forever. You inspired a generation of us to get on the court and hoop, make friends, talk about Rockets and so much more. Truly sorry to hear about your Demons and I hope you’re living a positive life. We will always remember you in highest regards. Thank you for everything!

[@actionjackson8874]

Respek!

[@dsmg3256]

True streetball legend at EBC Rucker park and a real pleasure to watch in the NBA. Spectacular, athletic and so skilled broooo. We miss you Stevie, you're still the boss 🙏🙏🙏

[@UntilIDropDaMic]

Forever one of my favorite players of all time I’m still rocking with you Mr. Francis

[@ryanvas6]

Franchise was a big part of the shift from the loss of MJ, to rebuilding the NBA to the showtime, playground entertainment motif that followed. Don’t get it messed up though, dude was a solid top 10-15 hooper in the world. And him telling his story now…just as inspiring as his hoop days. Respect.

[@michaeljibrin3164]

Yeah man , Stevie Franchise was a baller. He did help push the NBA status like you said 👍🏿

[@chrisisslick]

Him, Baron Davis and Marbury ushered in the athletic combo pg's. Dudes that could bang on you, shoot from the perimeter and drop dimes.

[@BattleTruth]

Lay off the Pipe. Steve was great but He no where close to Mike

[@ryanvas6]

@@BattleTruth Read the comment again. I’m not comparing MJ to Steve.

[@michaeljibrin3164]

@@BattleTruth Lol no one’s comparing him to Mike.

[@commonman3248]

That was enough in that 4 min clip to understand what he had to deal with . I am proud he overcame it and is able to publicly reflect on it and define it.

[@themilioxperience2427]

Salute Steve Francis you are stronger now more than ever! Thank you for sharing your story! Empowering others through your story! May God Bless you young blood! 💯

[@IsaiahPlair]

Wink a true Takoma Park legend.

[@gel0121]

Pg we in here

[@bmarsh333]

Absolutely. Maple Ave Takoma Park MO County #Legend

[@dennisgraysr]

We used to ball at the Fire Station in Takoma Park. Franchise is a DMV Legend

[@southeastd.c5636]

Joe from MARYLAND,NOT DC SLIM......We dnt do that DMV shit over here moe.....#DC vs ER'BODY

[@bmarsh333]

@@southeastd.c5636 who cares. Why u so mad smh!

[@righteousnesscheck]

Respect for this legend sharing his insight. Super inspirational for a young man like me. ✊🏾

[@Bucketsthecake]

My favorite pg of all times great talent I hope he’s getting love and help he deserves today !!

[@freshoftheoven965]

U said favorite pg?you high?

[@cbdyna]

Been thinking about Steve and glad to have found this. We all have our trials, glad to see he got through the storm and thanks for sharing.

[@DJSuper88]

Man my favorite player growing up after the Jordan era so glad he’s doing well

[@cyrusgill1594]

Really brought a tear to my eye 👁

[@drolatin727]

Stevie was 1 of my favorite point guards, this guy was amazing! Underrated handles too!

[@al-jameljohnson8805]

May God continue to bless you and keep you safe. Thank you for sharing this.

[@williamevans7726]

I hear you loud & clear Steve Francis --- I hear you my Brother.. What a blessing to know you're moving in the right direction with your life! One day at a time.. Indeed, Both fame & fortune are highly over-rated; but most people don't understand or recognise the pitfalls because NEARLY EVERYTHING to them IS VISUAL.. Big house, fancy cars, designer clothes, super expensive jewelry, corporate endorsements, T.V. appearances, magazine covers, etc.. All visual things.. No regard whatsoever for what's possibly lurking INSIDE the mind & body.. Folks rarely take the time to think (or consider) how someone actually FEELS from day to day when dealing with huge professional & personal responsibilities.. Wishing you peace, good health, and spiritual prosperity as you continue your journey through life Mr. Francis.. Thank you for sharing your story.. Very enlightening and very, very inspiring..

[@illuminahde]

We used to shoot around at San Jac back in the day. Steve was a good dude then and I genuinely hope he keeps his head in the right place. My man helped more folks then he'll ever know.

[@SN00PIE]

One of the most exciting players I’ve ever watched in my 29 years of living in this world

[@WheresWaldo05]

You didn't watch him then at that age.

[@SN00PIE]

@@WheresWaldo05 ok dumbass whatever u think

[@double0762]

Thanks slim!!! I’m goin through simular situations!! Keep your head up slim dc always love u!!!

[@TheoWrites]

One of the few sites I check out often. Always dope to hear experiences, stories, triumphs and tribulations straight from the players perspective. No skewing, No click baiting. Appreciate it.

[@joshuawoodard6998]

I never understood Steve Francis decline. He went from superstar to dnps. Still a great career. If he had great people around him he would have realized that he lived the dream and would have been on the up and up. It's important to surround yourself with solid people and not just hangers on.

[@Ilnatica]

It's important to surround yourself with people who really care about you.

[@courtenayblair2279]

@@Ilnatica you're 💯 right. he called it suppression but he was running from himself and his losses so he surrounded himself with people that allowed him to do.

[@Queenofsole100]

Takoma Park, Md hero! So sorry to hear he went through so much hell. Glad to see him come through the other side! 💯

[@damarisduna]

Used to watch this guy when he was at Maryland. Amazing basketball player...

[@chrisisslick]

Salute to you Steve! As a native of Houston, I must say that you put on for the city. I've also dealt with alcohol and depression and come out on the other side. Thanks for sharing. Your testimony will bless others. 🙌 💪🏽

[@Krayziebone87]

Franchise was amazing!!

[@robertsimpsons3315]

I live in Houston born and raised in Houston will always be one of my favorite players

[@doctundra2596]

I'm glad he got help, he was my childhood hero growing up. Had posters, had his shoes,his jersey. I was the only rockets fan living in cali, wore his jersey with pride at school. Miss watching him play

[@SDSOverfiend]

He was so nice. Primetime talent💯💪🏾…. A knee injury, Death in the Family, divorce and meniere's disease. Left my Guy broken. when his past caught up to him it finished him. Glad he found himself and pieced it together coming back strong. I know exactly what he talking about. I lost my Brother to a murder then my mother to a broken heart due to the murder. You try to be strong for the rest of the family taking no time to grieve. Then it catches up to your like a tidal wave.

[@jackiegreen1692]

Stay strong Steve Praying for you !

[@mrseasoner]

I want to hear more of his story....need to get him on ALL THE SMOKE

[@courtenayblair2279]

After Stephen Jackson tried to choke Francis out in a club I don't that's happening any time soon

[@eddtone24]

My boy Steve Francis was a problem in his prime,very entertaining and fun to watch.Glade to see him opening up about his struggles through out his life and that he’s able to tell us himself.A lot of people are not that strong💯✊🏾

[@drichardson2518]

Love the transparency! Mental health is legit. If you didn’t have an opportunity to see Franchise hoop you def missed out.

[@michaelbeverly1799]

Salute...the beat line of that intervieew is the very last line that he dont have to tell the I'm broke story...

[@godsgym777]

This guy was electrifying in the nba!! ATR (above the rim).. him, jrich and iverson. Great time.

[@darkmode7759]

Man, this guy's a legend to me. Aside from wanting to play like Iverson, I also wanted to play like Steve Francis. Wish you the best in life, champ! Bless up! Your fan from 🇵🇭

[@bpsrnranger8833]

Def my favorite player growing up in chicago in the 2000s

[@-live8659]

I played against this dude at ‘Run n Shoot’ in ATL back in I wanna say like 99’ and what he did on the court was Unbelievable!!! Niccahs was like 😳 lol I did drop like 3 points and I was proud 😌He dropped like 10+ each game and I don’t remember him missing a shot. Dunked like 8x per game. Much love… 🙏🏽

[@dontaviusstevens3970]

I was sitting right in front of him in Brooklyn eating brunch when him and the creators of this were talking about this! I took pictures with him right before he left! HUMBLE GUY‼️‼️‼️

[@GOLDENCHILDENT]

one of the most exciting basketball players to ever lace them Salute to Stevie Franchise

[@941stone]

Respect , one of my favorite players growing up. Stay up

[@stack504ham]

"THAT LEVY GONNA BREAK" TRUE ASF

[@ColinCaptures]

This the content we need from people we want to hear from. 💯

[@TeyaTicasso]

THE LEGEND STEVE FRANCIS

[@waynesolomon2222]

Thank you!!!

[@thebagnchannel]

as a black, man, a fan of Steve, and advocate for mental health care this is so impactful to see and hear. We commend you Mr. Francis and appreciate whomever at TPT who put this together!

[@BigBen1994]

Stevie Franchise is a Legend, prayers up King 💯💪🏾🔥🙏🏾

[@BBALLSPOTLIGHT]

Being 2 years and 9 months sober from alcohol i can relate to his story. It took rehab and going through the 12 steps to help get me through. But its one day at a time. Hopefully he can stay on this road and don't pick up. Very inspirational!

[@calucalu2633]

Thanks for sharing your story. I bet it would inspire someone out there. That was a huge weight u were carried for years. Love & Support👍🏿👍🏿👍🏿

[@kw9377]

Cool seeing him back in vancouver this week

[@candelarioramos7406]

God bless you and hope things go well for you Steve.

[@DJ42487]

This is great to see. Steve looks like he's in a healthier place physically and mentally. I was starting to think he was lost for good. Again, great to see.

[@ChariotManGaming85]

Let's go Steve Francis.. Doing great these days.. I'm glad things is going well.

[@SnoopSimmonsSound]

Talk about a duo with him and cuttino Mobley!!!! Mannnnn what I show! #MuchRespect Franchise!!!!!

[@BANKSCOLLAGE]

Proud of you Steve. Always have and still admire your game and charisma that you bought to basketball. Thank you💯

[@rochellesales1912]

So proud of you Steve!!

[@Omarxh3]

Francis is Deff one of the PG's that I've always been a huge fan of and I always wanted to model my game after him and Baron Davis. Not that we are suppose to know but we don't know what people go through outside of there profession and he clearly had a lot going on in his NBA career that his career didn't continue which I hate because I know he should be a way better position now. I'm not excusing him for whatever bad choices he made but we do need to take in that if people randomly do something bad there is possibly a reason behind it

[@albertbryant3285]

WHOA!!!!! SUPER DEEP. SOMETIMES BEING ABLE TO TALK TO SOMEONE OR ANYONE, CAN HELP. GREAT VID.

[@cashmonjones0706]

I'm glad to see he's doing better and he's open to share his story. Stevie Franchise #3 Houston Rockets

[@arnellcarmichael635]

Salute for the transparency, King!

[@ke6581]

"Awllllll, WINK!"

[@simontheodore772]

Mad respect ✊🏾

[@Romeferlano]

My favorite player franchise

[@poisticink193]

I was wondering what happen to Steve Francis, one of the illest ballers. I'm glad to see he's doing good, big ups to him & many 🙏🏾!

[@keithflood118]

my prayers are with this brother. keep being strong brethren

[@b.o.1951]

One of the most exciting hoopers ever. You had D. Rose B. Davis when he was healthy and the Franchise. Aka the Bodyguards.

[@ohkayvee7223]

Shout out to Steve Francis that was the man and this shows he’s a man about his gotta respect it it’s necessary 👊🏾👊🏾

[@michaelwilson939]

His wedding reception was ar hotel I worked at in DC. I just remeber he had so many leeches hanging on him, it was sad. He was standing tall, but we could tell he was tired

[@workkdahustla]

Our and remember

[@rochellesales1912]

His reception was not held at a hotel!!

[@iliketocomment8144]

Steve Francis was a SAVAGE on the court. He definitely had mamba mentality when he played and was healthy. I totally understand everything he is talking about because I went through a lot of that s*** myself.

[@beaniesigel4292]

Watch bra at Maryland university and I'm glad to see u still out her God bless

[@edwardcrosby1424]

I needed to hear this 💪🔥

[@oliverjames3236]

My Most Favourite Player In The Entire NBA .... his own style and everything. much respect ... dam wonder if u can still get a jersey ...

[@warriorempress5899]

Love you Steve! Thanks for your honesty….#beblessed

[@oneononebeautiful6198]

God ever bless you Stevie 🙏🏽 ❤

[@bretts4544]

I loved having him on my fantasy draft team on Live 2004

[@haveubeenvettedtopicalsolu3361]

Dude has a hella deadly game💯💯💯Glad to see and hear he's bettering himself!!! We all NEED counseling Steve , some are just scared to admit it😷😷😷

[@UBeesh10]

Good man....im happy he is doing well.

[@kingdang855]

Thanks for sharing big homie.

[@t.o.o.smooth5870]

God bless this brotha.

[@airmikeliu]

I met him the other day while window shopping for a rolex. He is a real good dude, he was buying a piece for his son. He even took a snap with me.

[@greenearthdirt]

Steve-real 1🔥!

[@babygoat_szn2548]

Only the real ones remember Stevie Franchise 💪🏽

[@bennyz5819]

This guy is a legend. The Franchise

[@kjeromew2390]

Love ya for life, Wink!!! Stay up, King!!! Always have and WILL remain proud of your entire walk, fam!!! Keep teaching, fam. Always and ear over here!!!! #Blessings Rome

[@russelljohnson437]

Dang man blessings to Stevie 🔥❤️

[@irrukandjifilm1975]

You will always be my best player !!!!!

[@47campaignfitness26]

Your testimony is real I salute it…. Luv ya brother

[@mr.cooper1999]

"This aint Chris Rock bitch, its the ROC bitch. And im THE FRANCHISE like a Houston Rocket. (Yah mean/Yao Ming) -Hov

[@roeintro]

Bless up to The Franchise. Glad the story turned out well.

[@NhemLee]

One of the best things you could ever to anyone struggling, is just listen. Listen to their story. Always wondered what happened to Steve after he got traded for tmac. Hope he's doing well now.

[@alexxxanderstarr]

People don’t understand how much of an impact Steve had on basketball til this im a Maryland basketball fan because of March madness 2000 cover

[@Iamkingtho]

Shoutout to the Franchise. Keep working brother

[@WestboundPromo416]

salute to the franchise #3

[@lamarbrown619]

The Franchise🙌🏾This Guy was the Man✅I don’t care what anybody say💯

[@V15nce]

Love you steve

[@BLACKTOPGOD]

One of thee only nba players that would hoop at any summer league during the off season