Untold Stories About Young Kobe, Beating Jordan, Latrell Sprewell, Larry Bird & More | STORY MODE

In this edition of STORY MODE, Brian Shaw (3x NBA champion, 14-year NBA vet & Clippers assistant coach) joins to discuss playing with the Young Lakers and Magic. Also, the guys talk about guarding Michael Jordan fresh off his first retirement and what's it like having Larry Bird as a teammate. Then, find out what really happened behind the scenes of the infamous choking incident between former Warriors player Latrell Sprewell and his head coach P.J. Carlesimo. #paulgeorge #brianshaw #losangelesclippers #losangeleslakers #orlandomagic #shaquilleoneal #kobebryant #michaeljordan
0:00 Intro
3:30 Game 7 of WCF vs The Blazers
7:00 How To Play With Shaq & Kobe
10:00 Surprised Kobe Through Shaq The Lob
11:15 If Lakers Lose To Blazers Do Lakers Break Up
13:30 Preparing To Face Iverson in the NBA Finals
17:58 How Winning Effected Shaq & Kobe’s Relationship
20:10 Guarding Allen Iverson - Hand Check Rule
23:35 Lakers Shaq vs Magic Shaq
24:58 How Good Was Penny Hardaway
28:15 Penny vs Young Kobe Story
31:20 Young Kobe’s Dominance Mindset
32:23 Kobe Played 1 on 1 vs JR Rider
34:00 How Phil Coached Kobe Bryant
38:19 Facing Jordan in the 1995 Playoffs
40:15 Feeling In The League After MJ Retired
42:00 How Good Was The 72 Win Bulls
46:30 Shaq Leaving For LA Reaction
49:40 How The Brian Shaw Court Case vs Boston Celtics Happened
57:02 Being Larry Bird’s Teammate
1:05:35 Lakers Almost Getting Kevin Garnett & Chris Paul
1:09:00 Coaching Pacers Paul George
1:19:00 P.J. Carlesimo and Sprewell Chock Story
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[@howdytommy]

fire episode as always P. love the insight with young players currently in the league but also the perspective from older players too. that's why this podcast is the best basketball podcast

[@davey3850]

I’m not a clippers fan but, honestly I want all the cats on that team to get a ring

[@freemaxb6533]

Dam bro you a glazer lmaoooo

[@jonm7888]

But they're not arguing and yelling at each other. I thought that was a law for sports talk shows.

[@QuincyE-li3ys]

L​@@jonm7888

[@Cowboys653]

@@davey3850😮😮😮 I don’t know DC p

[@jdankerdake]

Playing with Larry Bird… beating MJ in the playoffs with Shaq and Penny… the Sprewell choke… 3-peating with Shaq and Kobe… coaching against the Heatles - Brian Shaw is like the Forrest Gump of the NBA - present for all these iconic moments.

[@TheSagitis]

And he is now an assistant coach of the Clippers, amazing career

[@mirnazuniga5680]

So who is his LT. DAN?

[@bemtank5227]

😂😂😂😂

[@bemtank5227]

Him horry and Steve Kerr and then for this genretuon Shaq has been the glue for a lot of guys and now idk cp maybe

[@jeremalisic3316]

Super underrated comment 🔥

[@DavidBagga]

Man this is one of the best episodes. Bshaw has the best stories. Not to mention he hit HUGE shots in his career for the lakers during those 3peat teams in 2000, 01 and 02. Would love to see more vets and people from the 80s-early 2000’s on too. Keep up the great work podcast P!

[@mikejohnson3338]

You're right, David. This is one of their best episodes, but why isn't Brian's name in the title? I could be wrong but Shaew seems to be the focus of this episode 🤔

[@kushshah9177]

Dude that story on how Phil’s coaching style was with Kobe and Shaq is absolutely genius

[@hectorrivera5416]

B Shaw is the chillest dude, I could here him talk all day

[@mcoeif]

This dude played with Bird, McHale, Shaq, Penny and Kobe. Lucky SOB.

[@alfhhfhhdhfjfhf1799]

Knew his role and executed it...

[@HoTSh0t24]

Not to mention all the players he coached

[@MoralesCorner]

And they all love him. Solid player and solid dude

[@mikejohnson3338]

Yes, Shaw played with a lot of greats. You'd think Shaw would have enough juice to get his name in the title of this video, but, alas, it's not to be 😔

[@classic2kvideos]

As well as iverson, Glen Rice, Steve Smith reggie Lewis

[@dimitrislitsas4513]

That Kobe & JR Rider story never gets old man. JR doesn't admit to this day but insiders like Shaw know that Kobe cooked his ass so bad that day. My forever GOAT, he never backed down from any challenge. Rest easy Bean ⭐

[@scottsacala]

Lol..imagine a coach these days stopping practice so his players could settle their shit. That's Phil Jackson for you.

[@lakeshoresubtleties]

I swore JR told this story on KG's podcast.

[@nachooooo7019]

​@lakeshoresubtleties he did and he also added the excuse that he was outta shape. Kobe cooked JR and that's from multiple sources, he didn't however cook Jerry Stackhouse at the John Lucas run, that story took on legs but people who were there have said that while Kobe ended up getting the upperhand it wasn't a smackdown.

[@jeffforty5663]

Phil’s answer to Paul George’s question would be comparison is the killer of joy

[@yorkrothschild9922]

Jerry scored 46 vs Kobe!!! Brian Shaw didn’t tell when he told Kobe n word we don’t know you!!

[@keithkilgore8993]

I’ve gotta say every time I watch older players…I realize how much guidance is needed for a young person to really flourish. Ty Lue is one of the premier coaches in the league now…and Shaw was there to lift him up. We ALL need that

[@ViewsInPoetry]

B Shaw brought his Era back in this interview, great episode 👏

[@Crunchtime503]

The man was Bird’s teammate, played on the legendary Kobe/Shaq Lakers teams, played against Iverson when he stepped over Lue in the finals, saw Spre choke out the coach, he was there when Jordan switched back to 23, and was with the Spurs when Duncan was there. He is like the NBA version of Forrest Gump, he was around for so many major NBA moments .

[@Heem_B]

He never played for the Spurs.

[@deego21]

This was easily one of the best episodes

[@corbinmacklin185]

Brian Shaw is one of my favorite unsung role players in NBA history. I remember him on those Orlando teams and then with the Lakers. ShawShaq Redemption 4L

[@moremath3378]

B Shaw needs his own podcasts immediately...just do it big bro

[@Kentelligent24]

🫡...Brian Shaw is the most underrated lob thrower!

[@michaelshanemiranda5840]

Dont forget the Shaw-Shaq Redemption 😂

[@scottsacala]

Lol... "The Ram Rod." That sounds like something Larry would do. Brian Shaw is hilarious af. We never really got to see this side of him during his time with the Lakers because he never really got interviewed.

[@mattwatts33]

The Bird stories are always so legendary. Thanks for posting this!

[@ripesince88]

How is b Shaw not on more podcast. Dude is a treasure chest. That Phil story on coaching Kobe and shaq is the epitome of being a teacher/coach

[@MoralesCorner]

We need more veteran players on the show. OGs always come up with the best stories.

[@400wayz]

I love the fact that B Shaw could tell the Kobe and Shaq stories. This was a great interview.

[@oaklandsoldier8520]

B shaw sounds the realest dude in the NBA. I could hear his stories all day

[@emagicman6573]

I could listen to Bshaw tell stories for months. My god this was so good. It’s as if I’m actually there during those times.

[@Jbkw1]

Man I’m not the biggest Kobe fan but I love his stories they tell about his competitive nature! That JR story was golden ! 😂

[@tangodman]

As a Basketball and Kobe fan, this was gold. Podcast P is definetly the best podcast on basketball and allows fans to understand subtle behind the scene nuances of the game. This was one of the best episode yet.

[@hadi5623]

B. “Nobody’s above the law” Shaw 🔥🔥🔥😂😂

[@wcbii94]

As an enormous Lakers fan, it was a joy to see B-Shaw featured as a guest. This podcast continues to be elite. 🤝

[@Chris-er5uj]

This episode has been my favorite NBA podcast I’ve listen to - Shaw is a great storyteller who has played through a lot with some of the best to play.

[@stiller405]

This is prolly the first basketball podcast I've watched from start to finish besides maybe 1 other. Growing up a lakers fan I love the stories Shaw shared. He's a good storyteller too.

[@manolo-pf6xm]

so youre telling me youve never watched any of kobes interviews from start to finish?

[@magic313thomas3]

Half way through and I wish I could like this interview 1000 times. Great questions, great answers and great stories. Shout out to BShaw and shout out to the whole crew to me yall been getting better and better every episode .

[@ALostPeople1]

PG13 I’ve been a Clips fan for 15 years rooted for Lob City PBev Lou Will all em the way you represent the city and embrace the organization means a lot. Became my favorite player cause of how you embrace being a Clipper. Thanks for every ring much love and let’s get it done this year!!

[@zachgaither4745]

He's going back home after yall get beat in the Playoffs 🤣🏆

[@runninon_e8878]

😂

[@espectrodelayautja6320]

Trash

[@ChaseRiver2]

He's from la, he IS home​@@zachgaither4745

[@quisejeter1470]

Every ring??? You might want to make that correction asap, before the comments do you badly 😭😂

[@tiborpataki749]

Brilliant episode guys. B Shaw's storytelling is second to none. 🔥

[@dariusjohnson9429]

BShaw looks amazing for 57 years old. Wow!!!

[@THEREALYOUNGREAL]

This is one of the best interviews P done had shoutout to BShaw

[@richardwashington7109]

PG keep the bangers coming bro.

[@kirdycortez4582]

I’m from Philippines 🇵🇭 this is your loyal fans Paul.i love Kobe mamba mentality dude❤

[@metsrus]

These nba journeymen stories from the 80s and 90s are the best, especially coming from great storytellers like Brian Shaw. there should be an entire show dedicated to them.

[@brandinanderson9551]

Best stories from old heads all day!! B Shaw a real one...

[@MrHipHopHead83]

One of the best and most entertaining interviews to date. Great job asking the questions and letting B. Shaw just tell the stories with no interruptions

[@Roman-pf5ub]

Definitely one of the best episodes you dropped! Shoutout to B Shaw!

[@ason2023]

B Shaw such a smart and humble guy. i hope i get to meet him and say hi one day. Great episode P

[@raagimudde]

Brian’s experiences are fascinating enough to listen to all day, but his thoughts, insights, perspective, and the way he presents it make him an excellent storyteller. One of the best episodes!!

[@Heem_B]

This is one of the best podcasts ever. Incredible stories.

[@kevinchou1124]

I was born in 84’. Having growing up in the 90s idolizing the Bulls, hating the Lakers, loving Kobe later on in his career this is the BEST episode. Especially after this year’s all star game, damn I miss 90s and 00’s NBA.

[@duedaniels]

Funny how chicagoans loved Kobe at the end of his career

[@lifeonthelake4367]

Kobe was a knock off Jordan. Walmart Jordan.

[@Antmisfit]

Great episode Shaw has to come back

[@jonathanblaze1648]

This was a really good episode. B. Shaw had lots of experience and stories to tell!

[@lonelyredwolf4608]

Paul George Episode with Brian Shaw 🔥🔥 🔥🔥🔥🔥.

[@Dongreatness30]

One of the best episodes. Keep bringing the OGs. Love their stories. Y’all got to get KG on the podcast that’d be fire too. Great episode 🔥

[@USAQC-Logistics]

Awesome interview!!! 👍👍👍 I was at the Staples center for 2000 WCF game 7 Lakers vs. Portland Trailblazers....I remember 4th quarter Lakers was down big 15 points 60-75 to Trailblazers...everybody in Staples was nervous as hell...then B Shaw and Kobe got to work! B Shaw hit several big 3's...Kobe kept driving to the baskets kept getting fouled ( Kobe missed several free throws though ) when Lakers came all the way back won game 7 the building was rocking! we were all high-fiving strangers Lakers Fans all around us!! 2000 WCF game 7 is an all time classic!!! 👍👍👍

[@guillermoavalos8120]

I am proud Brian shaw is in the clipper coaching staff

[@ripkobe248]

Great great great episode, one of the few times an hour felt like 15 mins

[@xxxencryptacion]

And I watched at 1.25x speed went by quick!

[@ethanmloszewski2896]

Straight Fire! Best hoops podcast by far!! Thanks P and crew:) You homies is legends

[@pdubbs88]

This was one of the best guests. You got so many good stories, played with so many greats. I want more.

[@lehutjo3458]

Watching from South Africa

[@Heem_B]

B. Shaw a Laker for life man. Forever grateful for his play and leadership 💜💛

[@mitchem4]

Been listening and loving the show for a while but had to say this episode was especially great! Cool to hear about the players supporting Sprewell.

[@podcastpshow]

🫡

[@JOkinXryan]

probably the best interview of a former player. he spoke real facts that we all didnt know. much respect Brian Shaw

[@leninbarahona4074]

Sprewell story crazy

[@MrMixItup]

Man o man!! Brian Shaw!! I remember B-Shaw playing for the Miami Heat lol!!! It’s crazy how fast time FLYS!! Yeap, I remember his career, and he was always solid! From Miami to Boston to LA., he played his ass off. I don’t remember all of the teams that he played for but I remember his game, and he could get a bucket!!

[@Kiidairjordan23]

I’ve seen all the interviews and this has gotta be 1 of my favorite ones. Stories were too good, Preciate it Bshaw!

[@Toknowthyselfiskey]

Just lost your shade tree was accurate dang 😂

[@seunstealth]

SOLID interview. Was skeptical when this pod started but it's one of the best ones out there.

[@keithnmoore2]

I love hearing Kobe stories. He was built different.

[@tanyajackson9444]

What a awesome story teller Brian Shaw great stuff ❤

[@hanglolo14]

Met B Shaw at my last job (ebike shop) really cool man. Laid back and was super easy to talk to

[@tm75_88]

Brian Shaw ...he was my 1st basketball hero when he played for Rome's team in 1989-90 in the italian league 🇮🇹, instead of joining Bird's Celtics after university! Indeed, before going to the Nba, Danny Ferry (#2 drafted in 1989) and Brian Shaw accepted the high offer from the new management in Rome who want to build up a dinasty in the italian city. There were more expectations on Danny Ferry, but Brian Shaw did better, and he became a star of the league, at that time very competitive: the italian champions were to beat Ewing's Knicks at the McDonalds Open....they had advantage in the last seconds and only some circumstances allowed Knicks to avoid the defeat. Anyway....I have a personal anecdote about Brian Shaw. Late in the season, there was an event ...the football/basket friendly match against the As Rome football team: half time playing basketball, half time playing futsal, with mixed players. There was lot of energy and 15.000 of attendance, the biggest in Europe at that time. During the warm-up before the basketball part, given the atmosphere was friendly, I dared to go down the stands, approaching Brian, and asking him the ball for an off court try. I called him....asked him ...at the beginning he didn't understand, but as soon as he did, he didn't hesitate a single second and threw me the ball. I couldn't believe it! I made my try, but it was so poor...not even the screen. He looked at me, with a "dont worry" expression, and grabbed another ball to continue his warm up. ....you know? ...I dared to ask for a 2nd try! When he understood my 2nd request, his expression wasn't anymore the same, but a bit bothered. Nonetheless, he suddenly passed me the ball for the 2nd time, but unfortunately also this one went very poor. It was enough, and I thanked him. He then made a deed to mime how I should have shot better. All that in front of 15.000 of audience. He was incredibly friendly. Few months later, he decided to start his journey in the Nba and what happened at the 2nd game? Celtics won at Chicago with a Brian Shaw's last second shot, with the Bulls (who would win the first title at the end of that season) losing the second match after losing the 1st one. Brian Shaw was guarded by Michael Jordan .....and I couldnt believe that someone who passed me a basketball in front of 15.000 people, won a game to Michael Jordan in Chicago, beating him directly. You cannot imagine how outside Usa we used to watch at Nba stars in those years. They were seen literally as aliens anyway Brian is such a good person, and I was very sad when I got to know his painful story in the family

[@flow7791]

Entertaining episode! Between the "Ram Rod" story and Bird (President of the Pacers at the time) texting PG the photo that catfish'ed him 🤣, I had no idea Larry was a jokester.

[@youngdour4995]

Paul has a nice show, his help asks sensible questions and don’t stomp on guests while answering potentially viral reply. Also the interface and tickers w/info nuggets. #Bigup

[@big10]

Excellent interview for an "afterthought"!!!

[@collinduckworth9662]

🔥🔥aye shoutout latrell spreewell

[@sirkidnice]

People just don’t remember how good Penny really was

[@practicaldriver]

I freaking do. As a Bulls fan, he used to strike fear in my heart.

[@Daewonnni]

This was one of your BEST! Awesome content PG!

[@LosHavin]

this was one of the best ones forsure💯

[@practicaldriver]

What an amazing career and so many epic stories!!!! Shaw Shaq redemption baby!

[@nicknduwimana2181]

The dubs in 2017 went 12-0 in the western conference, 16-1 overall

[@JeffMartin-qc6zd]

So did the lakers

[@djredtail]

These stories are so legendary

[@simpskins]

That was a great episode. I loved those stories,

[@iTuber012]

Best player podcast in the game. Well done PG and crew

[@julianthomas391]

Salute to PG!! Never give up! Definition of a Warrior!!

[@freekyreek404]

Not gone lie. Y'all came up on this interview. B Shaw a 90's basketball card legend. 😂 Certified!

[@Flexican510]

From Playing with Veteran Larry Bird/Celtics Then Young Up & Coming Orlando Penny/Shaq to Face MJ/Scottie then Kobe Shaq Shoutout to my Oakland Bay Area Native with his Classic Stories

[@billybannon7348]

Oh so we cant even talk about the Pacers. The Kobe injury, Millers gamer. That Finals was closer than most will ever realize. Its a damn good thing Kobe came back.

[@ronaldsexton7794]

Exactly man basketball in my day was awesome. I appreciate all you all.

[@RightInFrontOfYou]

Love the way PG can take jokes about himself without getting offended. Real man sht

[@benjamingould226]

Congratulations P on #1 in 3 pointers 🔥🔥🔥

[@PMD530]

Wow! Great stories from Shaw. Bird and McHale, Shaq and Penny, Shaq and Kobe, his contract negotiations with the Celtics. The trash talking that goes on in practice and the games. Gotta love it.

[@thacheckhookking6348]

This might be the best one they’ve done. He definitely has some of the best stories PG13 has had told on his podcast.

[@tt10tt]

Episode is 💯. Thank you BShaw.

[@toddslater]

I LOVE SPREWELL STORIES!!! SO GOOD!!! THANK YOU.

[@sysda1]

Once again, Kobe’s legacy further being cemented ❤❤❤

[@withalittlehelpfrom3]

I’ve always respected Brian Shaw as a player and champ. I didn’t realize he was old enough to play with Bird-so he went from the era of Bird to MJ to Shaq and early Kobe. That’s a long career!

[@Menace2Yall]

this my new favorite episode 🙏🏼 thank u P

[@darknezx9542]

Great interview, great questions, great answers. The storytelling was fantastic.

[@apjayden556]

YOO Paul George’s fits madd cold

[@apjayden556]

🥶🥶🥶🥶

[@ChaseRiver2]

It's a t shirt and pants lol

[@joeygarcia9125]

This interview was fire. This is what I like to listen to Great podcast guys.

[@daichiganga-babasaki436]

Love the insight, great episode

[@dobydoby0]

That was a good ass interview listening to this at work earbuds in

[@MarcusTheJR]

Tex Winter sounds like a basketball genius. Many players talk very highly of Tex Winter.

[@ronaldsexton7794]

Thank you gentlemen...

[@dalcow1101]

This podcast and the one with Kg and PP are always a must watch

[@StrawHatDeon]

Much respect to Bshaw , this man had a amazing career

[@RicchTheKid_]

Great episode P🔥