What happened when Luc Longley left Chicago Bulls? | One Giant Leap Part 2 | Australian Story

How Australia's "gentle giant" Luc Longley made it to America's NBA and played for the "greatest team of all time". Subscribe: bit.ly/3nO2CDi
Playing alongside the legendary Michael Jordan on the Chicago Bulls, Longley and his teammates were surrounded by a constant frenzy as they won three consecutive NBA championships.
But when the team disbanded in 1998, Longley was unable to replicate the highs of those Chicago years and he retired due to injury three years later.
Returning to Australia, he struggled to adjust to life outside professional sport but eventually found purpose again as an assistant coach with the Australian national team, the Boomers.
Read more: ab.co/3AdLR7W
Watch part 1 of this documentary here: bit.ly/3lAEcfO
Producers: Caitlin Shea and Greg Hassall
Editor: Andrew Cooke
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[@ABCNewsIndepth]

We've just posted the full 20min interview with Phil Jackson. Watch it here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/bJvTnWmvbLl9odk

[@MeneerHerculePoirot]

If Netflix has half a brain they'll make a deal with ABC and put this in a package with The Last Dance. What MJ said at the end was a long time coming. This doco is every bit as good. Luc is finally gaining his due respect. Well done.

[@DungarooAdventures]

You have to respect Luc's brutal honesty and humility. Not only is he a basketball champion, he's also a super nice man!

[@banksiasong]

What, more white man whinging, Netflix has too much of that already.

[@Magooch86]

That's not how it works, Netflix can't just acquire any media it wants. It's on KZbin for free courtesy of the ABC and you'd prefer people to pay for it?

[@MeneerHerculePoirot]

@@Magooch86 Whatever dude, it was simply my initial thought as Luc had been so overlooked in TLD. The two docs should be seen together. This one explains how significant Longley was to the Bulls success, how he got there and his stature among his fellow Aussies.

[@hus390]

@@MeneerHerculePoirot I didn't watched "The Last Dance" yet. If the story was about the whole team, of course they wouldn't be able to dedicate an entire hour to one player (except maybe M. Jordan I guess). And it was the tale of the last season alone. But I expected the producers would have put lights on individual players' stories. Specially the kid. Who came from Australia.

[@DungarooAdventures]

You have to respect Luc's brutal honesty and humility. Not only is he a basketball champion, he's also a super nice man!

[@DungarooAdventures]

@M Yep, And?

[@kennethshouler3055]

@@DungarooAdventures How I wished I loved a sport that was boring in 240 countries.

[@PeterGyorffyAchJaaa]

@David Voicecoil I am a basketball guy but your take is B.S. - there are a lot of fabulous athletes among football/soccer players.

[@kanajingly8957]

@@PeterGyorffyAchJaaa I agree. I don't watch soccer as much as some other sports, but just cause you are great in your given sport for your given size and athleticism, it doesn't not make you a great athlete. Otherwise boxing would just be stacked with heavy-weight boxers and nothing else.

[@boogitybear2283]

I can listen to Luc talk all day and night!

[@taksiobs]

Luc deserves this documentary. ❤️

[@johnnybgoode511]

Ron Harper, Michael Jordan, Scottie Pippen, Dennis Rodman, Luc Longley etc. are the best team. No one can take that away

[@markozbunjol625]

lol, toni kukoc is best after scottie and mj

[@maroyagu7201]

i would like ur comment,.. but i dont want to ruin it,..

[@louissehighlights6783]

Toni Kukoc

[@davidhung5063]

Fantastic documentary, Luc is a living legend and to have MJ say what he said at the end…. Wow, that was the NBA that made millions of fans fall in love back in the 90’s, greatest team ever…

[@pepecameo7549]

I agree 💯 %, I could of not said any better than you did!!

[@pdgutierrez8784]

I saw the LAST DANCE, last year when it came out. I knew about the center being Luc Longley. I knew about Bill Cartwright being the first center for the Chicago Bulls. I watched parts I and II, had to see it. was great. Luc got great credit from the production. He went through a lot. Thank you to MJ, Pippen, Coach Phil Jackson and Steve Kerr. Luc Longley is never been forgotten as one of the valuable members of the Chicago Bulls NBA Championship. He's contribution to the success of Chicago Bulls organization as a player made the 3 time Championship the best in NBA history.

[@edmundchoy2992]

MJ needa pay respects for his teammates....you can win a title alone.

[@andreasprayogo1324]

I saw nba finals 1997 and 1998 at my home in Jakarta, it was so fantastic to saw MJ, Pippen, Rodman, Longlay, Stevecarr and other Bulls Players playing on that day. And im bless with what i saw

[@EtoTheKay]

@@pdgutierrez8784 Cartwright was not the first center for the Chicago Bulls lol. He wasn't even the first center to play with Jordan since he got drafted.

[@Mr.Zen_73]

I reckon all of Australia loves Luc even more now after this beautiful telling of his story so far. What a guy! Thanks ABC!

[@petertaylor9042]

here here!

[@SimonBrisbane]

Just fantastic, Luc and his family are amazing and full kudos to Caitlin Shea, Greg Hassall and their team. A production they can certainly be proud of.

[@julienm.5020]

Luc's got even more respect now in this documentary, with exclusive MJ and Scottie interviews JUST FOR HIM ! ! ! Everyone who followed the NBA back then remembers Luc Longley. Max respect from France :)

[@timdane6132]

steve kerr and phil jackson as well.

[@elconquistador5095]

I went to college with Luc at UNM. He was the most loved player on the team referring to us Chicanos as mates. We would sit on the dorm roof having beers. So happy to see that he is doing well.

[@omegasprinter]

That's a great story man, I watched his Bulls teams as a teenager. Also why would call yourself a conquistador if you have Mexican ancestry?

[@elconquistador5095]

@@omegasprinter Because I enjoy Renaissance Festivals. I do have blood of the Spanish running through my veins, as well as Apache.

[@ChescoYT]

great story, tnx for sharing more about him!

[@donjuanismo]

He could've been an all-star and greatest Aussie baller of all time.

[@timanders3151]

I'll take shit that didn't happen for $500, Alex.

[@jaytok7]

I cant believe they managed to get MJ for a sit down interview...MJ just simply doesn't do many of them. Great Doco! 🤙🏼

[@scroggin92]

He would have felt some obligation as Luc wasn't really featured on The Last Dance

[@Tazza81]

@@scroggin92 but he didn't have any obligation to say that Luc made him a better player and person. You can tell that MJ has a genuine respect for what Luc helped the Bulls to achieve.

[@scroggin92]

@@lamefart8831 I did and yeah you're right.

[@rio20d]

because Luc mattered to MJ ...he said that :)

[@rockyscarlet]

Luc asked him and MJ say yes. It is metioned in a ABC article about this.

[@benjones6030]

Wow, hearing MJ talk like that about Luc and seeing Luc's reaction was outstanding!

[@imstillhereileft7530]

As a Chicagoan, LUC was part without a shadow of a doubt, the greatest basketball team ever assembled, he was meant to be a bull , he got the job done , we loved luc, I saw him play at United center & watch him in the playoffs on packed taverns , bars , celebrating on the streets of Chicago, it was a beautiful time to be from Chicago & a bulls fan , cool mellow dude & yea he was a banger in the court , im glad he got his due recognition, the GOAT said it best , he mattered & he would do it all over again, man those were fun times in Chicago , thank you luc longley , love you legend

[@davidwicklin9943]

Absolutely!! Golden memories from those Chicago Bulls championship days!

[@boogitybear2283]

There was no better time to be in the 90s than Chicago! Even the Home Run Chase in 1998 was epic!

[@nikkomarcocabuhat3155]

Almost cried when MJ was giving his compliments to Luc and Luc was almost about to cry.

[@thepinoychronicles68]

I cried

[@roseg7113]

12 months too late….IMO.

[@bpc1003]

@@thepinoychronicles68 same here

[@roseg7113]

@Aaron9 truth hurts, I know.

[@chitweak18]

I can't front i didnt cry but I got emotional as well.

[@ProjectSAGEph]

After all that, Luc truly earned MJ’s respect, and that’s rare. Dude’s a legend.

[@tbonescott4916]

Didn't need it

[@toveycen4668]

@@tbonescott4916 lololol. Obviously u didn’t win any thing. Not 3 rings with MJ as the leader. Nope. Nothing. Lol.

[@_JudgeDredd]

He clearly already had it.

[@agwager]

MJ: “He mattered, he had an impact on me. He made me better as a player, you know as a person …” Bravo ABC. What a fantastic story. You should do a part 3 based on Luc's reaction to the Boomers winning bronze at the Olympics. Maybe with Andrew Gaze and Bogut as well. Just a thought. 👍🏻😃

[@nofap7599]

Nope leave that as is, Absolutely phenomenonal ABC & all involved

[@wades9327]

I really like that generational idea of Gaze, Longley and Bogues, maybe also with Mills. But as a separate doco.

[@PeekayIP]

Some sand was getting in my eye around the time MJ was making this speech

[@rio20d]

you can see in Luc's expression, when MJ said that he mattered to him....such a thoughtful comment made by MJ, I got a bit teary watching this. This documentary is just top notch thank you ABC

[@warrenmccourt4737]

Great idea. Include Patty Mills as well showing their paths and their reactions to the bronze. Make it another 2 part.

[@creedex1145]

Let us remember that era is still the era of good Centers, Luc was important because he is an excellent freethrow shooter, mobile defender and good passer.

[@Nano606606]

People forget he had to guard - Ewing, Dream, Shaq, Robinson - Everyone of them Hall of Famer players. Great doco and good to see Luc get his due. Good work ABC.

[@stambo1983]

The game changed not the amount of talent, centres need to be more mobile and to be able to stretch the floor now.

[@revans100591]

@@stambo1983 True but they still need to be able to do the grunt work in te paint. It's rare when you see centers actually utilize the paint to their full potential now.

[@BLKSHARK_43]

When you know Shaq and MJ gives you props that's respect

[@FreewayBrent]

Luc's passing skills and ability to set screens, especially when guys were cutting in that triangle offense made him *perfect* for Phil Jackson's system and the other players the Bulls had on that squad.

[@666Sinn]

Not only was Luc so important to the Bulls but he was THE driving force for Australian Basketball to leap to the next level and THE reason Aussie are so present in the NBA today.

[@leighchong5713]

I love that the release of this Australian Story on Luc Longley, coincides with Australia’s first ever Olympic medal. He was and is an integral part of making Australia a top 3 nation in basketball.

[@DavidThomas-qq4hf]

It's absolutely striking how down to earth and humble he is almost to the point of fault. I hated seeing him struggle to appreciate his own role in one of the greatest teams in NBA history. He did exactly what the team needed him to do to accomplish true greatness at their craft. And he paid a stiff price for all the physical abuse he absorbed so that the rest of the team could do their jobs properly. I'm glad he seems to have come around and is making peace with his accomplishments. Just because things didn't end the way he wanted(because of the things he sacrificed for the team to win championships and make history) doesn't diminish the greatness of his story or lessen his importance to that team and to his country and the history he helped make and the road he helped pave for future Australian basketball players to make it to the NBA. Truly a wonderful story about a wonderful person and a fantastic documentary. Thank you for making this for all the fans of this man and this team.

[@kanajingly8957]

Well in Australia there is a thing called Tall-poppy syndrome which is almost ubiquitous to the Australia language of saying that all poppies should grow together and if want grows taller than the others, it is cut down to size.

[@drphot6050]

Good stuff and not just Aussie players but other international big men especially

[@donjuanismo]

As an Australian, I like Luk Longley and am proud of him for his accomplishments, and commend him for being a nice guy with a friendly nature. However... Longley should've averaged 14ppg, 10 rpg, 3apg, at his size, considering he played many minutes as the starting Center for Chicago. He did pass well, and could shoot inside, but he lacked drive. When someone is a professional, on the greatest team of all-time, playing alongside the greatest player, also Pippen and Rodman, with Phil Jackson's wise counsel and guidance, he should have flourished much more! Luk could've picked their brains, and diligently absorbed all the wisdom from MJ, SP, and DR, to become an all-star potential player who could box out and rebound much more efficiently for his size. People can be "nice" off court, and ferociously vicious on court. Many players in Australia would love to have his opportunities, height and size. Aussie players like Shane Heal played much more tenaciously and would've utilized his body much more. If Shane was Luk's height, he would have been a perennial NBA all-star. When you're paid multi-millions to be a professional basketballer, it is expected to take the game much more seriously. Many Aussies sympathize with Luk for one reason; because he is Australian. If he were any other nationality there would NOT be so much support for him.

[@lostandfound6501]

Luc's snub in the Last Dance was a blessing in disguise. We would have never have gotten to know Luc if he wasn't snubbed in the first place. Great Series.

[@doctorfeline9911]

MJ's affectionate grand gesture of brotherly inclusion towards Luc, shows the rare dynamic which was at work between these men.. . They're all living legends

[@BobSayG]

This Doco is Longley version "The Last Dance". Well done Longley and ABC. Its nice to see MJ gives compliment to Luc.

[@julienm.5020]

Damn, the last MJ interview brought me to tears. What a demonstration of respect. You are inspiring, dear Luc Longley. How many humans have you inspired ? I hope you feel pride within yourself.

[@SugarBrams101]

Regardless of his massive achievements in sport, Luc is clearly someone to aspire to be like, humble, thoughtful, sensitive, caring, he's a role model to how you should try and be as a person.

[@CordEldridge]

Amen!

[@juanitosay]

Man, this was amazing!

[@emilial.rodriguezjra.tecso318]

WONDER WOMAN

[@emilial.rodriguezjra.tecso318]

TWINKLE STAR

[@aryasubrata]

MJ interviewed for Luc, thats awesome. I love this story, Luc Longley is a legend!

[@christopherhunt7147]

Obviously feels bad for him

[@geoffreyrowe6929]

Luc is one humble human being. A proud Aussie & a true role model for all. Respect big man.

[@DaManAbove]

I just watched 2 parts of a Documentary on Luc Longley who I group up watching as an 80's kid and couldn't be happier. Great man, Great Story, happy for him, his family, and Australia. Salute from Texas, Thank You for a Great watch and getting to relive some parts of my childhood and learn so much I didn't know. Awesome! also cheers to my Australian buddy "Airball"...if you ever happen on this comment, yes this is DMA lol. 💪🏿🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@lL-cc8uo]

He was the coach?

[@because_the_internet]

Stuff like this is one of the reasons why I love the ABC. I can't imagine a commercial network taking the time and resources to tell this story so well. Not when they fill a couple of hours with some house renovation competition filled with highly compensated product placement.

[@danx3504]

This bloke really paved the way for the other Aussies to the NBA. U wouldn't expect a bloke from WA would play with MJ and win 3 titles. The NBA also made him the highest paid Aussie athlete at the time. What a career this bloke had a dream come true

[@Varcoolac]

What a bloke, indeed.

[@NoahZeus]

Bloke is bloke bloke, bloke.

[@mattstirling7494]

Oh. Here was I thinking there wouldn't be a basketball documentary that would possibly meet the heights of The Last Dance. I was wrong.

[@2010djkab]

I actually agree, this comes very close and actually shows MJ in a more empathetic and genuine way

[@MaggotDiggo1]

While The Last Dance was entertaining, it was clearly a Michael Jordan propaganda piece. This is an honest story about how basketball and the NBA impacted a man's life. It's far more genuine than The Last Dance.

[@cmav8]

This is one of the best docos i have watched in youtube.I found this via plugged from tv and r/nba. Thanks ABC!

[@mr.veebez4170]

Thank goodness! Everyone I talked to here in Chicago....said... "Where the heck is LUC?!?!?! Why wasn't he in it. Now I can forward this to everybody 👍🍻 Cheers Mate!

[@bowsershark]

By getting overlooked, Luc gets his own doc. Good on you mate. 👏🏻 You mattered to me as a hoop fan. Peace!🤜🤛

[@WillSmith-ph2ey]

When Jordan heard that Longley had his own doc coming out, he took it personally and appeared in it

[@SquabiTV]

I remember when my father showed me the tapes of the 97/98 Bulls when i was like 6 years old and among the fascination for MJ, Rodman and Pippen, there was an instant connection to Luc Longley because he really made the impression of the nicest guy you could ever meet. Nothing but love and admiration for Luc Longley and this documentary. Love and Greetings from Germany, Marvin

[@johnenright6185]

I randomly came across this on KZbin but what a great story and a very inspiring,modest person. I think the real superstar is Luc.

[@iconic88888]

Great job ABC! Luc Longley's story deserved to be told. 3 Championships!....and playing with Jordan, Pippen and Rodman. That's nothing to sneeze at. The big kid from WA played with the greats. Kudos!

[@keirstrahan7320]

That is one of the best interviews I have ever watched. I was transfixed. MJ was so open, analytical and interesting. So well done 👍

[@CreatingExcellence]

Growing up in Chicago and with the Bulls, I never knew much about Luc. Now I’m glad he got slighted in the Last Dance. This 2 part series is amazing and I couldn’t stop watching. I see a lot of similarities in Luc’s personality and struggles within my own life. Now I know enough about Luc to say what a cool guy and amazing person he is!

[@Wulguru]

This is the reason I love Australia's ABC; fair and objective and raconteur of great stories.

[@kennyattacssimir3832]

Proud to say we met awesome experience thanks Luc

[@darrenberich6990]

What a Guy, forget Basketball. Just a great bloke.

[@richardthedrummer100]

Yep

[@beedatrottv8708]

MJ already said. When someone talks about the bulls it's not just Michael Jordan but every pieces of it. Shout out to Luc. Your hardwork is always appreciated with every bulls members.

[@sharonadlam3195]

Thank you Australian Story for reminding us just what a legend Luc Longley is. He certainly deserves all these accolades and more.

[@thomasjones4265]

The State Of Illinois Will Always Love You Big Luc.

[@OlJackBurton]

And New Mexico...

[@mikehanzal9562]

Cheers Luke from Minnesota. Glad you got away from the Timberwolves and had a great experience in Chicago! God bless 🙌🙏

[@takaotsu3592]

I hated everything Bulls because they beat my team constantly but this documentary made me realize what a class fellow Luc is. Aussie legend!

[@truthseeker7322]

Aussie pride mate we are different to many countries. What team you back?

[@amasterfishing5544]

@@truthseeker7322 Pistons I reckon...

[@truthseeker7322]

@@amasterfishing5544 I thought he might of been a Knicks fan

[@takaotsu3592]

New York Knicks indeed.

[@truthseeker7322]

@@takaotsu3592 I thought you were mate. Hopefully they will rise soon. Shout out from Australia

[@poccoboy]

Great story. I did feel bad when I didn’t see anything about him on Last Dance. This documentary fulfill the whole picture. Glad that MJ also participated in this. I think he did feel bad about leaving Luke out as well.

[@andreidinu7316]

Check out the extended 30 minutes of MJ's interview, it's really good.

[@MrMOUSTO]

I loved the documentary! I felt it was classy of MJ to dedicate his time on an interview to make up for Luc's exclusion from the Last Dance - people ought not to think that he didn't consider him important as other teammates were not given much time in it, who were by the way in the U.S., whereas he was not. Luc is a gentleman and didn't make a problem out of the situation and I feel the fans should do the same.

[@emmabach4510]

You know when the Bull's reign ended, every fan on the planet I think felt that sadness and loss, how much more for Luc and the players. Yeah, most adore MJ and when you adore MJ, you also adore and remember every other player in that team. Luc Longley is one unforgettable name in basketball history, esp for bulls fans. The Bulls meant and continues to be part of our lives. For many, including myself, it's the best years of my childhood, probably, the best time of our lives. Thank you Luc, Thank you Bulls

[@itocarloschitown1089]

Your not lying about best time of my life ,the 90 the good old day's 💚

[@RM-sz9ku]

As an 8, 9, 10 year old Bulls fan in 95-98 I didn't appreciate what Luc brought to the team because of all the superstars surrounding him. But as a 34 year old man, I wish I could grab a beer with him and tell him what a joy it was to watch him play. He was such an underrated rock for that team. I hope he continues to find peace and enjoyment in his retirement.

[@mcintma2]

That was absolutely marvelous, a must-see complement to The Last Dance, this one was probably more touching - MJ's words at the end effectively an 'I'm sorry Luc' from a fierce competitor who never, ever, wants to give an opening or show a 'weakness' that his enemies could exploit.

[@emmanuelenyinwa1443]

This has NOTHING to do with the last dance. It is the story of a young man trying to achieve his dreams, achieving it, feeling empty ,leaving it, and learning to live and love himself. It is a HUMAN story, everything the last dance wasn't.

[@moz7777]

That whole ending was priceless, this 2 part doc was as good as the Last Dance. Luc seems like a really special human being.

[@jaketanaka1188]

I hope that Netflix will add this part as special edition of The Last Dance. The comment from MJ, so great. I understand that MJ was difficult player to play together but I think he really had respect to his teammates including of course Luc. He was starting center of 3 peat Bulls, nobody forgets him.

[@hoodrichhaul7545]

Or when he'd score in Chicago and the crowd yell LUUUUUCCCCC!!!!

[@tepolzin603]

He was the absolute right personality for that team full of dynamic egos, with the perfect coach to blend it all together. I'm extremely happy for Luc that he eventually found peace with it all and learned to appreciate and be proud of his role in making it happen. As a Bulls fan who grew up watching it all unfold, it was an amazing ride!

[@oliversplace263]

It makes NO sense that Luc wasn’t in the doc. What a shame. So glad that this came along!

[@smesh8318]

Phil calling a bbq, a barbie was epic

[@maxviolani9043]

Luke was the Yin to MJ's Yang in the most perfectly balanced sporting team ever. Luke's contribution to that dynasty cannot be underestimated and so rewarding for him that it has been so well acknowledged and packed up in this documentary.

[@tangykombucha5558]

Wish this was included in the original documentary and i wish I could show my grandpa this he passed this march he was huge lic longley fan

[@tristmas6458]

One of the best Australian documentary I've seen in a while. And thank you Michael Jordan for recognising the impact of one of our brothers.

[@JohnSantana]

Just like the thousands of people who watched a Chicago Bulls game during the three-peat, every time Luc shot the ball, I would yell out "LUUUCCCCCCCC"! Man, those were the times. Luc was a great Bigman for the Bulls. This was such a great docu. Thanks for making this!

[@jamiedavidbrodrick]

So much respect for Mike. I can see by watching this that those that shared his journey mean way more than perhaps they may ever know. Luc was always a sports hero of mine and his journey with the Bulls the main reason why I love this game so much now. Am glad to see Luc back involved in the game and it’s a shame that Mike isn’t able to be more involved now as well.

[@lamefart8831]

He owns an NBA team and still doing a lot for the game of baseball in general. A little Google search would refute what you opined.

[@chrisrichardson5023]

Thank you ABC. A beautiful documentary about an amazing yet humble human being.

[@flula]

What a wunderbar Story of a wunderbar Man!

[@8teenOfficial]

What's up Javelin?

[@playthatagainbruh394]

Does wunderbar mean wonderful?

[@andreidinu7316]

@@playthatagainbruh394 yes

[@jimjoffries1899]

@flufa you're Wunderbar

[@RobbyHuang]

My man!

[@alexlindsey6446]

WOW! Moving piece. MJ's words at the end made me tear up. Good on him to make it right and give Luc the long overdue credit he deserves. Michaels words (and this isn't always the case with him) but his words were simply beautiful.

[@luhole]

So lovely to see MJ acknowledge Luc like that. Fantastic documentary.

[@lxpang]

Luc and Steve Kerr seem to be good friends. That was good to see.

[@anthonygordon9483]

Makes sense. They both seem to be very quiet introverted family people. Probably make sense they would get along with each.

[@boogitybear2283]

I was laughing at the Christmas moment because only the White Bulls were there.😂

[@KnuxDeluxe]

What a perfect week... Boomers medal, Baynes getting featured in this after his injury, Jordan tips a heavy hat, Luc tips it back and both parties show equal respect... The only time I like the Hollywood ending is when it's real 🙌 Respect to everyone who made this possible...

[@difrenggo]

They are so articulate with their word. I like these documentary, these interviews.

[@pdestefano]

From Chicago, love this story - So glad you made this mates

[@billy4eyes512]

This is an amazing 2 part series on Luc. He's much more than a former Chicago Bulls player.

[@pchiare]

After TLD and this, I have to say - MJ is still the GOAT when it comes to basketball, but Luc Longley is my new idol! What a superb human being this man is.

[@leokwan5407]

What an unassuming, charming, legend of a sportsman, dad and human. So glad the current crop of Boomers had Luke Longley to look up to as an inspiration to punch through our medal barrier in Tokyo. Thank you Australian Story for an insightful examination of this humble basketball pioneer from out West!

[@nickcarolan2805]

I'm so happy they did somthing yfor Luc. He's a down to earth guy. There's no 3peat without him. 👍🇮🇪

[@damlagoker6316]

How the hell did you get to interview Jordan? He doesn’t let the American networks interview him.

[@rayleigh8]

MJ probably understood that he did Luc wrong by excluding him of the last dance and felt that he needed to make it up to Luc somehow.

[@damlagoker6316]

@@rayleigh8 possibly, congratulations to the ABC for that scoop.

[@lids34]

See his answer at around 32:00.

[@christianbrianenad9803]

Because luke mattered to him.

[@HaydenDavidson6]

Because it wasn't about MJ. It was about Luke.

[@leopumarejo3400]

Every Chicago Bulls fan needs to watch all three of these videos! Excellently done! I even love how you see him wearing a Chicago Bears t-shirt bear near the end of the video.

[@Redplane500]

Luc was the force in the middle, banging bodies against the biggest and baddest centers in the NBA. Great documentary... well deserved!!

[@ajdz1840]

Ripping yarn! Luc's story and personality would never have had enough time to shine in The Last Dance, as Australia's pioneer in the NBA he deserves this. Thanks to the Bulls for appearing, your respect for Luc and your fans in Australia is appreciated. And now I'm going to play Sirius.

[@rachelcookson3492]

What a lovely man and amazing story, I thoroughly enjoyed watching both episodes.

[@Airmus23]

French fan of 90' Bulls, amazing doc. Luc was the perfect center for triangle attack. Thanks to him for these moments of happiness on TV at 2-3 AM. He looks like a humble and nice guy and it's not a surprise. Thx

[@J03YDR4M45]

Was nice to see Michael/Luc talk about each other/respond to each other's words at the end :)

[@foreveryoung5410]

I remembered this era, after watching the Chichago bulls during 90’s we were hyped up playing basketball in the streets of Manila.. Man! Best days of my teenage years! Apart from Jordan and Pippen, Luc and Steve are my favourite players..

[@bollocohones2737]

You just can't give props to Luc enough, ironically enough it's all played out perfectly in a way that has just suited his personality and work ethic and just who is as a person down to a tee. Couldn't be happier for the bloke, end of the day his kids and family must be so proud of him and he must be so proud of himself, thats the Aussie dream that Luc Longley personifies now.

[@Ivander85]

Makes me wanna have a beer with Luc, he seems like such a likeable person! 28:23 the way Phil praises this documentary is the cherry on top.

[@senefautua3433]

What MJ said about Luc right at the end brought me to tears. What an amazing documentary about an amazing man. Love you luc, I got so much respect for you

[@tbonescott4916]

What a really great documentary. That was a brilliant story. Luc shows there is room for every personality type at the top 🙂. MJ is the GOAT... But it doesn't make him the best person. Loved this!

[@nagaraya78]

Wow! Being a teenager of the 90's in the Philippines brought so much memories watching this. The 90's Bulls was the team of all teams! Hearing those words from MJ how he respects Luc was amazing! Thanks Luc for sharing your story...

[@robertm.serrato258]

Thank you Luc! From a proud Chicagoan-Italian 🇮🇹 I grew up watching Da Bulls and absolutely appreciative of all the great memories.

[@michaelmanning9028]

In my best united center impersonation "Luc!" He was the only player on that team to have his own cheer from the crowd, awesome documentary, 👌👏 glad some people reached out to luc and his peers to get his story 😀

[@stoltobot]

This was great. It should be packaged along with Last Dance

[@statesk8r]

Thank you for part 2!! Part 1 was great!!!!

[@folkblues4u]

Really glad they did this for you, Luc! Thanks for the wonderful memories, growing up a Chicago boy in the 90's was a real treat, because we watched our heroes every night play their hearts out! Luuuuuuuuuuuuuuuucccccccc!!!!

[@waynefrazee8798]

Amazing story. I was moved by Luc's insights, demeanor, and humility. I hope there are more installments coming.

[@timgrisham9051]

I grew up in Chicago a Bulls fan. Luc is still a hero in Chicago. Anybody affiliated with those teams is. I wondered where he was when I watched Last Dance. If you were fan you know he was a key member of the team.

[@franksantos3418]

We Chicagoans love Luc. Thank you Luc for the 3 rings!

[@Mike_Jones68]

Yes absltly! Luuuuuuuuc was big part of the dynasty. So happy he got this docu

[@SwaggerLikeUz]

Luc Longley was one of the most consistent Bulls during the 90's championship runs. Loved His game, mental toughness, & heart. Legend!

[@ronistibnosmi9280]

Great job, love Luc Longley. We need more documentary about the bulls. Heck, I’ll even watch Bill Wennington’s last dance lol.

[@will_274]

Im so Happy this Documentary was made. Luc deserves it.

[@jackiebartolo235]

Wow how high a praise MJ gave Luc truely great to see and glad this story was told so happy for Luc who looks like he's found that peace in his life and giving back to the Booomers. Aussie legend 🇦🇺

[@JamalHashe]

Brings back lots of good memories from high school and carefree days of being a teenager.

[@bigdogg1206]

The NBA was real and good back then. Now its toxic and I haven't watched it in years. Great times then.

[@Doonerbandit]

KZbin needs to add a love option, like Face Book. Because just liking this amazing doco doesn't seem fitting. To all those involved with making this wonderful film I want to sincerely say thank you and in the off chance someone who knows Luc reads this thank him for me and all Australians for being a bloody legend.