🔥 Welcome to another episode on NBA Legends Revealed! 🔥
In this deeply insightful video, we dive into the heart of one of the most controversial and influential moments in NBA history: The infamous 1991 Eastern Conference Finals, where the “Bad Boys” Detroit Pistons walked off the court without shaking hands with the victorious Chicago Bulls.
Join us as NBA legends Isiah Thomas, Bill Laimbeer, Rick Mahorn, and John Salley unravel the true story behind this moment and explain how the Boston Celtics’ actions in 1988 set the precedent for their decision. They detail the fierce rivalries, the heightened emotions, and the raw intensity that defined that era of basketball, all contributing to a chain of reactions that impacted the league as a whole.
Find out how a rivalry that began with the Celtics walking off the court without acknowledging the Pistons in the 1988 Eastern Conference Finals laid the groundwork for the Pistons’ similar walk-off in 1991. Listen to these legends of the game as they discuss the intricate dynamics, the game’s unspoken rules, and the ethos that underpinned their iconic ‘Bad Boys’ era.
Through exclusive interviews and previously unseen footage, we uncover the unseen facets of this episode. Why did the Pistons decide to exit in such a manner? How did their actions shape the future course of the NBA? How did this moment change the perception of sportsmanship in professional basketball?
This video offers an in-depth and intimate look into one of basketball’s most memorable moments from the perspective of the men who lived it. So get ready to witness the gritty reality of NBA rivalries, the fierce spirit of competition, and the unspoken rules of the game.
Stay tuned till the end for a surprise revelation!
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The true story? Before NBA became known as entertainment (scripted)with the Celtics vs the Pistons on CBS. Then, after Dick Ebersol bought the right to the NBA for 900 million allegedly became NBA is entertainment (scripted). We know Ebersol was very fond of MJ23 . Still, Zeke need tell the truth Mark Aguirre was lead guy behind the Walk off but he was being a follower. The worst part is he duck his head, at least with others guys they had they head up high walk& past the bulls.Dumars Salley Vinnie Johnson did congrats the bulls tho. The leader the face of the team Isiah Thomas didn't congulate the team after comments by MJ Phil Jackson in particular saying they were bad for basketball . Which that wasn't true but on MJ 23Nike (NBC) network that travel. Especially consider that MJ was being setup to be the face of the league. Especially, with committee during voting process for dream team not a good look. The question need to be asked did Chuck Daly warned u Zeke about during the walk out because he knew that wouldn't be a good look end up costing him a spot on the Dream Team. Despite Daly & GM being apart of the committee which speak volumes.
The Celtics left the court early in the Silverdome in 88 because the crowd was about to storm the court they shook hands with the Pistons in the Locker Room in defeat Jordan shook hands with the Pistons in defeat in 88,89,90 it's documented Isiah is bitter because of what Jordan said before Game 4 in 91 ECF Jordan:The Bad Boys are bad for basketball
People forget that CBS reported and covered the NBA without much sensationalism. Even mean dunks they’d rarely replay more than once.
The walk off was sensationalized by NBC in their first year of covering the NBA
Loved it! 💯
Old news. How many videos of this do we have to see on Youtube :)?
Context. That’s what it’s all about. People forget about the fight Rodman had with Lohaus earlier in the game and fans were already throwing debris onto the court. It’s a long walk to the dressing room, and I remember CBS showing Pistons fans throwing trash on Bird after the ejection with Laimbeer the year before.
I also can’t remember anyone giving Bill Fitch and the Rockets a hard time in ‘86 when he pulled his starters early and they went in the dressing room once Game 6 was no longer in question.
Laimbeer is not a nice person. Fact
those you respect you show them respect by showing them none. -Shaq.