Auden says it perfectly… a favorite of mine too. Your dear friend would want you to enjoy your life and live each day. Love is eternal and his for you lives in your heart.
Thank you for your thoughts on Bill Walton’s passing. It’s interesting to learn about people’s lives, and what’s important to them. Charity and outgoingness are great things to aspire to. I too was very shy as a kid, and also tall, but not athletic. I tried basketball, but didn’t make even the middle school team. I did cross country and wrestling instead, because less popular sports just let you do that. Instead of basketball, I got into computer programming for my profession. I was naturally good at school and academics and definitely not at athletics. But athletics had some good lessons about practice and effort and work and persistence for me. I’ve practiced my hook shot inspired by your sky hook. I even made one before a company league tournament in practice and guy from another team said “oh man! Sky hook?” As if disappointed to try to compete against such an unblockable shot ;). My hands aren’t quite big enough to palm the ball easily though so perhaps that’s why my hook shot isn’t so great.
What a heartfelt tribute to an extraordinary friendship and rivalry between two basketball legends. Kareem Abdul-Jabbar's words about Bill Walton beautifully capture the essence of their unique bond, both on and off the court. Bill's impact on Kareem's life and the wider basketball community is a testament to his remarkable character and passion for the game. The NBA is not just about competition; it's about the connections and friendships that last a lifetime. Thank you, Kareem, for sharing such a touching and profound reflection on Bill Walton. https://nba2kapk.org
I was fortunate to get to know Bill over the last 5 years. What you say about him is exactly right. He never met a person that he didn't immediately want to know on a personal level. Outgoing, a joy to be around, and that smile. He's with Jerry now and I'm sure they are playing Bertha together.
Replying to myself may be a faux pas but it wasn't too long ago I heard Bill deliver a beautiful eulogy himself, to the great Bill Russell. Followed by Electric Waste Band playing "He's Gone".
So beautiful. As Piglet said paraphrasing isn’t it wonderful to have some one we loved so much that we miss them
Two of the best at their profession
Auden says it perfectly… a favorite of mine too. Your dear friend would want you to enjoy your life and live each day. Love is eternal and his for you lives in your heart.
So why did he hate homeless people so much? Did he ever tslk to one?
beautiful.
Always loved watching both of you
So well done
So beautiful Kareem. Thanks very much. ❤️
Thank you for your thoughts on Bill Walton’s passing. It’s interesting to learn about people’s lives, and what’s important to them. Charity and outgoingness are great things to aspire to. I too was very shy as a kid, and also tall, but not athletic. I tried basketball, but didn’t make even the middle school team. I did cross country and wrestling instead, because less popular sports just let you do that. Instead of basketball, I got into computer programming for my profession. I was naturally good at school and academics and definitely not at athletics. But athletics had some good lessons about practice and effort and work and persistence for me. I’ve practiced my hook shot inspired by your sky hook. I even made one before a company league tournament in practice and guy from another team said “oh man! Sky hook?” As if disappointed to try to compete against such an unblockable shot ;). My hands aren’t quite big enough to palm the ball easily though so perhaps that’s why my hook shot isn’t so great.
What a heartfelt tribute to an extraordinary friendship and rivalry between two basketball legends. Kareem Abdul-Jabbar's words about Bill Walton beautifully capture the essence of their unique bond, both on and off the court. Bill's impact on Kareem's life and the wider basketball community is a testament to his remarkable character and passion for the game. The NBA is not just about competition; it's about the connections and friendships that last a lifetime. Thank you, Kareem, for sharing such a touching and profound reflection on Bill Walton. https://nba2kapk.org
Thanks so much for this Cap. It really touched my heart. I
Two wonderful, charismatic men among men. Both inspiring examples of humankind. In many ways giants of leadership.
Well said Cap!
I was fortunate to get to know Bill over the last 5 years. What you say about him is exactly right. He never met a person that he didn't immediately want to know on a personal level. Outgoing, a joy to be around, and that smile. He's with Jerry now and I'm sure they are playing Bertha together.
Replying to myself may be a faux pas but it wasn't too long ago I heard Bill deliver a beautiful eulogy himself, to the great Bill Russell. Followed by Electric Waste Band playing "He's Gone".
Beautiful words. And now Jerry West has passed away.
Beautiful. Hope to hear your thoughts on West in the near future.