Starbury | The Story Behind Stephon Marbury

Stephon Marbury refused to accept that the NBA was the end of his basketball journey, and he found a way to ensure those early years wouldn't be the only way we define him. Nearly a quarter century since he arrived on the NBA scene as one of the most hyped point guard prospects of his time, his story is still worth telling.
Written & Narrated by: Joseph Casciaro (@JosephCasciaro | Twitter)
Produced & Edited by: Brandon Jordan (@BrandonJordan3 | Instagram)
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[@nasholston5112]

Wow this was actually heartwarming. The man found a place where he'd be truly loved and appreciated.

[@citythink]

I met him when he was about 12. He stayed across the hallway from me at Syracuse Basketball camp when I was 16 or 17. I lent him some hip-hop tapes; NWA, BDP and Public Enemy... he was the star of the camp even at that age. Really nice kid too, so I’ve always rooted for him. So glad he found his place in Beijing.

[@finesser882]

315 cuseeee thats cool, small world man

[@Cleavon90]

as they say real recognize real

[@isaiahcheecham9148]

Bs

[@TropicIslandMusic]

To those superb American athletes who dont get drafted - theres still a career in basketball for you elsewhere in the world in this global game.

[@JSB-2Z-2K]

so the world is just for americans?

[@TropicIslandMusic]

@@JSB-2Z-2K 99% of the players undrafted to the NBA are American.

[@hiphiphoorayeventorganizer182]

There was only 1 person from my country who played d2 ball and he became one of the greatest player in my country

[@dramaskrybe]

Marbury saw Homer Simpson and thought: That man is on to something.

[@JSB-2Z-2K]

lmaooo come on man

[@piggybankvillan]

Loved his shoes, wore them throughout middle and high school and they never wore or tore, simply outgrew them. Seeing they are back available is nice, none in my size however. His philanthropy game was just as good, if not, better than his on-court game. Marbury is just so underappreciated as an NBA icon imo.

[@de132]

Happiness is hard to define.

[@missayawk]

His family put all the pressure on Stephon to " make it".He had brothers Donald and Eric who were talented H.S and Div1 college players, but never made it big, so Stephon was their last hope.He's overcome alot in his life and it's just good to see him living on HIS terms.He was able to use basketball for success.

[@attica712]

man stephon is fr a legend in Chinese basketball. Growing up in Shanxi where Marbury had a stint on my hometown team, and he was the first basketball player i’ve ever heard of - even before Yao.

[@CHICKENfat88]

WOW - Unbelievable! Great doc.. keep them coming :)

[@slaub2]

What a great story! There is always a place for you despite what bosses or peers tell you. I just hope that you all and myself are able to find our place sooner than later

[@lovegodschild1430]

I'm glad he didn't turn on his family over his wife because she was a piece of work I met her horrible personality

[@sunflowerpwr.8821]

People were laughing about him eating Vaseline...but my grandmother let us eat a little Vicks vapor rub and it got the cold out of us fast...so he isn't too far off...it's a home remedy...you just eat a little bit not enough to harm you.

[@Garf_malarf]

One of the most influential nba players of his generation who doesn’t get enough credit!

[@TheDrunkenOrc]

This channel is fire

[@veepeecee8630]

I loved Marbury when he was in the NBA. I always played him on NBA live 😂 glad he’s doing well. He’s a special person.

[@bainiamo]

this channel deserves more subs tbh

[@nani6885]

Editing is 🔥

[@elmascavidal1797]

In 1996’ I thought marbury was going to be better than AI .... 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@thedragontactic]

In some cases, he is better. At least, he is willing to change his mindset unlike AI.

[@JSB-2Z-2K]

Marbury was a great player. Him, Francis, AI, Tim Hardaway, pretty similar game. They would dominate in 2020. Back then it was still the big men's (and micheal jordan) league

[@tomcollierblognation136]

Such a great story

[@geeknows2189]

The first video i like. Nice

[@yoaiin4189]

This is a nice Video

[@charnrat5734]

Respect

[@michaelsonsarmiento5943]

Starbury. Never say die.

[@SlicingDicingGamingENT]

Don't forget he was the cover athlete for NBA Ballers and the spokesmen for Steve & Barry's lol. I was a huge Marbury fan when he was with the Suns even had his jersey. I'm happy he got a happy ending in China. I don't think there will be another story quite like his lol.

[@lovegodschild1430]

My mom made sure I met him at his clothes give away I miss those days my mom was so out going 😓

[@travisgman6490]

bruh the audio

[@AceHardy]

✍️

[@lamarbrown5167]

Yup that’s why he’s my Number #:1 Point Guard Of all time💯🏆✅

[@BH-gh6qm]

hah ok

[@JustinShakur]

Yo chill mannn

[@cesarquint256]

Good vid I’m glad he end good lol I mean it always seem to me he was kind of a jerk or a cancer with teammates ( I am probably wrong) but it seem he was really chill in China and see him with a smile and as a coach is nice, also the people love him and is cool that he show them love also.

[@thedragontactic]

Can I ask who is worse in your opinion? NBA Marbury or Melo?

[@cesarquint256]

The Dragon Tactic worse? Marbury wasn’t bad ( 8 straight season avg 20+ with 7+ assists is really great...in 03 he avg 19.8 points but meh ) but Melo had 14 straight season starting from his rookie year with 20+ points and being sometimes a really good rebounder sniffing top 5 mvp one season I think... now melo weakness is his passing, marbury was pretty good at that, still Melo is the better player in their primes easily, so marbury is the worst imo but he had horrible teams and mostly because of him. He didn’t reach his full potential tho.

[@thedragontactic]

@@cesarquint256 I see, thanks Cesar.

[@cesarquint256]

The Dragon Tactic no problem

[@Joseph-lz5er]

The problem with Marbury was he couldn't really elevate his teammates because he was more of a scoring point guard. Had he been few inches taller and played the 2 guard, he would have been an unstoppable player. There's no denying his talent but he just missed out playing in today's era where PG's like Curry and RW can score and team's build around their talent.

[@youngrono]

5:19

[@EvanSaltare]

>Reads the title >My nigga, what?

[@zachary5133]

Soulja boy of basketball

[@lucasbooth3614]

I had a pair of starburys as a kid. I have a strange fondness for those crappy shoes

[@smthng]

Affordable shoes can mean wonders for kids from poor families. Unfortunately, peers can be vicious and shame others for not having money.

[@joshnyamburi]

Nut case

[@___Anakin.Skywalker]

3:17 daaam MJ got cooked. LMAO over rated. LeBron James is the best ever king and GOAT.

[@franciscorezzett4265]

I hate him because he broke Oberto's hand in the Olympics

[@franciscorezzett4265]

I hate him because he broke Oberto's hand in the Olympics

[@franciscorezzett4265]

I hate him because he broke Oberto's hand in the Olympics

[@franciscorezzett4265]

I hate him because he broke Oberto's hand in the Olympics

[@franciscorezzett4265]

I hate him because he broke Oberto's hand in the Olympics