It took 16 months before Livingston was able to resume basketball activities, and the Clippers decided not to re-sign the point guard when his contract expired at the end of the 2007-08 season.<\/p>\n
After being a top-five pick in the 2004 NBA Draft, the young man who had jumped straight from high school to the NBA suddenly was looking for work. Shaun Livingston never missed a mid range shot in his NBA career. [43] He went unsigned during free agency. By signing up, you agree to the Terms of Use and Privacy Policy & to receive electronic communications from Vice Media Group, which may include marketing promotions, advertisements and sponsored content. Today, Livingston is remembered for his role in one of the greatest teams ever assembled, the mid-2010s Golden State Warriors. I need my speed and agility as well. All of my quad was skinny. Draymond Green: "Kevon (Looney) has become like an Andre . In an. He redefined his career, and in doing so, became one of my favorite players to watch. Photo by Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images. There was legitimately a point where Shaun thought the leg would need to be completely amputated.Through this injury came a long road to recovery, starting with him having to learn to walk again. In fact, the mere mention of the term brings a smile to his face. 4 [deleted] 10 mo. NBATV replaying 2017 finals game 5 right now and I miss watching Shaun Livingston play regularly. After being a top-five pick in the 2004 NBA Draft, the young man who had jumped straight from high school to the NBA suddenly was looking for work. And boy was it fun to watch. "It's a lost art," he said of the mid-range. Thats hilarious.. Please include what you were doing when this page came up and the Cloudflare Ray ID found at the bottom of this page. [34] At the end of the season Livingston had played in a career-high 76 games (beating a previous high of 61 games) and averaged 8.3 points, 3.2 assists, and 1.2 steals per game. Mission Impossible star Simon Pegg has been banned from driving for six months today after his 66,000 Mercedes was caught doing 63mph in a 40mph A-road. "Everyone is on me," he said of his teammates. Asked by: Mario Argana. David West was the ideal complement to Livingston in the twilight of their careers. Hard to put into a caption all of the emotions it takes to try and accomplish your dreams."[44]. She has made some huge milestones recently such as . Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. "They've brought in guards before," he says. The Warriors knew that when Steph sat, we werent all looking at our watches, waiting for him to check back in Shaun was going to hold down the fort. Livingston with his size and speed and high Bball IQ is not comparable to either Poole or OPjr. "I wouldn't rush him because it's a major injury, and you want it to heal as best as possible," Mobley says. Comment below other players or stories you want us to cover!Narrator: Brian J. MacCalla Jr.Every Beat in this Video is mentioned as \"Free to Use and Profit\".-Editor: Frdric BrissonLeague Alerts:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leaguealertsTwitter: https://twitter.com/LeagueAlertsWebsite: https://leaguealertsofficial.com The Warriors were actually interested in signing Livingston before he signed with the Nets to be the backup to Steph Curry. The high percentage shots are the corner 3 and inside the paint.". A wide smile crossed Livingston's face. 125.212.235.151 In an era of the 3-point bomb, fueled by his teammates Steph Curry and Klay Thompson, Livingston's bread-and-butter is the mid-range jump shot. Is the Stanley Quencher tumbler worth its TikTok hype? McGee started Sunday, replacing Kevon Looney at center. Thats the explanation Livingston gave for his 9-for-9 shooting line in these Finals. He required months of rehabilitation to be able to walk again. When he first signed with Golden State, Steve Kerrs coaching staff encouraged him to space out to the corner, a migration that would not only increase his general point production but theoretically let the Warriorss offense thrive inside even wider dimensions than they already do. / CBS San Francisco. Hes still, at 32 years old, obviously effective enough to justify this antiquated shot selection, but life inside the arc doesnt come without a cost, even on a team blessed with three of the ten purest shooters who ever lived. He also paired nicely with Draymond as the two caused major issues for opposing offenses. Livingston has become an inspiration to many who have suffered catastrophic injuries of their own and plans to eventually release a memoir detailing his NBA odyssey. "Genetically, my mom and uncles are tall and slim. We're going to take a deep dive into the ups and downs of the career of Shaun LivingstonLivingston hails from Peoria, Ill., home of the late comedian Richard. "I think they'll give me a fair shot to compete. Rivals.com, named him the no.1 point guard in college basketball and the no. He became a key cog on a team that won three championships in five years --providing countless memories and cementing victories with his iconic, unblockable turnaround jump shot. The odds of winning are dependent on the number of entries. New comments cannot be posted and votes cannot be cast. It was such a stomach-turning video that ESPNEWS put a warning for viewers on-screen before showing the clip. I just couldnt move it. An athlete can suffer from an injury or two, and safely refer to them as freakish. Livingston entered the league directly out of high school and was selected fourth by the Los Angeles Clippers in the 2004 NBA draft.In a 15 year professional career in the league, Livingston played 959 games for nine teams and won three NBA championships as a Golden State . Livingston, for his part, isn't concerned with the incoming competition. According to Cleaning the Glass, hes ranked in the 100th percentile over the last three regular and post-seasons on the percentage of his shots hoisted between four feet from the rim and the arc. Its not really a story by now, Livingston told VICE Sports. June 5, 2016 / 10:09 AM 18 Apr 2023 16:53:29 Here are their paint points by game the first five of this series: 40, 44, 40, 50, 60. Steve Kerr liked to keep two of his superstars on the court at all times. Shaun Patrick Livingston (born September 11, 1985) is an American professional basketball executive and former player. It was such a stomach-turning video that ESPNEWS put a warning for viewers on-screen before showing the clip. <\/p>\n
\"It's probably the most serious injury you can have to the knee,\" then-Clippers physician Dr. Tony Daly said to ESPN<\/a> the day after the injury. He had moved into the starting lineup to accommodate for the injured Stephen Curry. Our experts predict every series, Liverpool rescue three points, chase top-four finish after surviving epic Spurs comeback, Jets' Aaron Rodgers expects a 'heaven' and 'hell' relationship with Zach Wilson, XFL semifinals: Defenders roll Sea Dragons, set up title showdown with Renegades, Song punishes Simon in one-sided TKO victory, Memphis wasn't 'fine in the West' -- getting there hinges on massive culture questions, Why the Lakers' real test begins now, after dispatching the No. Kroichick writes features on the Warriors during the NBA season, and various other topics ranging from the 49ers/NFL and major-league baseball to college football and basketball the rest of the year. [7] Livingston was told by a medical professional at the hospital that there was a chance that his leg would have to be amputated. We know how things turned out for the Warriors, but the first major impact was on Stephen Curry. [25] Before the beginning of the season, however, they were all waived. His role in Golden State was so well-defined, it was perfect. He never got comfortable with it, and so we never really pressed the issue, Steve Kerr said before Game 2. Thats to be expected, considering those minutes often coincide with Steph Currys rest, but the entire teams percentage of shots from the mid-range rises while their shots from beyond the arc drop, significantly. For more information, please see our (UNBELIEVABLE! [33] On March 17, Livingston set a career-high for both minutes played and points scored in a season. ago And with Shauns intelligence, hes able to kind of find the nooks and crannies of the defense. Following the 2018-19 season, and after winning three NBA championships with Golden State, Livingston announced his retirement from the league as a player, at least. These atypical bench combos (that were interesting enough for ESPNs Zach Lowe to make a segment out of it) became a staple of Livingstons time in Golden State. (Side note, I remember when Golden State traded for Crawford before the deadline. By rejecting non-essential cookies, Reddit may still use certain cookies to ensure the proper functionality of our platform. On the defensive end, he was quick enough to check opposing guards but his size fit perfectly into Kerrs switching defense. The Cleveland Cavaliers claimed him off waivers days later.Nine years in to his NBA career, Livingston seemed finally healthy and able to reach his somewhat of his potential with the Brooklyn Nets during the 2013-14 season. [36] On August 15, 2014, he was ruled out for six to eight weeks after having arthroscopic surgery on the big toe of his right foot. What Really Happened To Shaun Livingston? Both make you wonder, just a tiny bit, how much higher the level of stress would be defending this team if opponents couldnt ignore him off the ball like theyre currently inclined to do. [19][20], On February 26, 2010, Livingston signed the first of his two 10-day contracts with the Washington Wizards. 2016 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. Livingston also didnt miss, making all five of his shots from the field to score 10 points in 15 minutes. \"He might miss all of next year.\"<\/p>\n For Livingston, it was like having a different set of legs.<\/p>\n \u201cThe knee was all deformed, bloodied up and leaking with puss,\u201d Livingston told ESPN\u2019s The Undefeated<\/a> in 2016. Check out more reflections in our NBA at 75 series and subscribe to The Whiteboard to make sure you keep up with all our latest NBA news and analysis. Reply [deleted] Additional comment actions The misses are real, the stats are fake. "I would love to be back sometime in January so I can have most of the season to get my team to the playoffs," he says. He averaged 8.3 points and 3.2 assists off the bench while playing a then career-high 76 games. Shaun Livingston made his last three pointer on April 5, 2017. Livingston could have walked away from the game of basketball when he suffered a leg injury early in his NBA career. He was offered a basketball scholarship to play for coach K at Duke University, but he decided to skip college and went straight for the NBA Draft it was one of those rare moments in NBA history that a player was drafted directly out of high school. In the Western Conference Finals, Golden States offense only scored 105.4 points per 100 possessions with him on the court, a number that spiked to 115.5 when he sat. Archived post. Golden State Warriors' JaVale McGee reacts from the bench in the second quarter during game 2 of The NBA Finals between the Golden State Warriors and the Cleveland Cavaliers at Oracle Arena on Sunday, June 3, 2018 in Oakland, Calif. Golden State Warriors' JaVale McGee defends against Cleveland Cavaliers' LeBron James in the second quarter during game 2 of The NBA Finals between the Golden State Warriors and the Cleveland Cavaliers at Oracle Arena on Sunday, June 3, 2018 in Oakland, Calif. Golden State Warriors' JaVale McGee goes in for a shot past Cleveland Cavaliers' George Hill and LeBron James in the third quarter during game 2 of The NBA Finals between the Golden State Warriors and the Cleveland Cavaliers at Oracle Arena on Sunday, June 3, 2018 in Oakland, Calif. Golden State Warriors' JaVale McGee guards Cleveland Cavaliers' George Hill in the third quarter during game 2 of The NBA Finals between the Golden State Warriors and the Cleveland Cavaliers at Oracle Arena on Sunday, June 3, 2018 in Oakland, Calif. Golden State Warriors' Jordan Bell dunks in the second quarter during game 2 of The NBA Finals between the Golden State Warriors and the Cleveland Cavaliers at Oracle Arena on Sunday, June 3, 2018 in Oakland, Calif. Golden State Warriors' JaVale McGee grabs a rebound over Cleveland Cavaliers' George Hill in the third quarter during game 2 of The NBA Finals between the Golden State Warriors and the Cleveland Cavaliers at Oracle Arena on Sunday, June 3, 2018 in Oakland, Calif. Cleveland Cavaliers' LeBron James tries to get past Golden State Warriors' JaVale McGee in the third quarter during game 2 of The NBA Finals between the Golden State Warriors and the Cleveland Cavaliers at Oracle Arena on Sunday, June 3, 2018 in Oakland, Calif. Dubs fans picking apart video of possible Poole-Draymond incident, Bay Area preschool teacher suspected of dumping body along road, Bay Area mom influencer found guilty of lying about kidnapping, 'Horrible': Oakland rapper dumps on Chase Center Warriors fans, More rain, 'unseasonably chilly' temperatures coming to Bay Area, Destructive landslide closes historic California institution, 49ers out in full force at Warriors-Kings Game 7, Sold-out Berkeley crowd gets rowdy at country star's concert, Shock, fear as 2 killings in 3 days rock quiet Davis. In a post, he stated: "After 15 years in the NBA, Im excited, sad, fortunate and grateful all in one breath. [37] He recovered in time to make his debut for the team in their season opener, and served as a key player off the bench for the Warriors in their run to the 2015 NBA Championship and soon became an integral member of the Warriors dynasty.[38]. [21] He was then signed by the Wizards for the remainder of the season. If you were an opposing point guard, youd have to worry about Currys 3-point shot as soon as he crosses the halfcourt mark. Like each other players, Livingston had games during his career where he missed shots. He was raised along with his two sisters. Golden State offered him the full mid-level exception, giving him roughly $6 million more than Brooklyn could, and the deal was done. That's exactly what this gangly kid with a soft voice has become, and he knows it, and he even knows why, so he's taking measures that he hopes will exterminate the injury bug, or at least keep the critter at bay. "They've brought in guards before," he says. "He's been through a lot, but he's young and he's got a really, really bright light ahead of him.". This is what it looked like. He re-joined the Wizards on Nov. 15, 2012 and was cut two days before Christmas. His 20 points on Saturday night was a career post-season high and led the Warriors to an overwhelming bench advantage and a Game One win. Livingston tore his ACL, PCL, and meniscus, in addition to dislocating his left knee cap and breaking his left leg. Whenever the Houston Rockets switched themselves into a mismatch, their defense survived by shading the attack away from Livingston and using his man to clog up any driving lanes. If either was in foul trouble or Kerr wanted to counter a certain matchup, the bench rotations stayed relatively similar. General manager Bob Myers, standing in one corner of the locker room after Sundays 122-103 victory in Game 2, chuckled loudly upon learning McGee and Livingston are perfect when defended by actual human beings. On September 13, 2019, Livingston announced his retirement from the NBA. Then he took a pass from Curry and drove for a difficult, left-handed layup. His mid-range pull-ups (hesi pull-up jimbo, if you will) were unguardable in the halfcourt or transition and if you were average-sized for your position, Livingston would just post you up and take a tidy post-fade over you. As an assistant coach, Luke Walton was always effusive in his praise for the Warriors bench unit. "I just have to be true to my game. So both of them have been really good. All of my quad was skinny. In his new role, Livingston will p. He was drafted with the fourth overall pick of the 2004 draft by the Los Angeles Clippers at just 18 years old. Livingston has played for the Miami Heat, Oklahoma City Thunder, Washington Wizards, Charlotte Bobcats, Milwaukee Bucks, Cleveland Cavaliers, Brooklyn Nets, and Tulsa 66ers. The Minnesota Timberwolves and Portland Trail Blazers were interested, but it was reported he eventually signed a two-year deal with the Miami Heat on October 3, 2008. You can reach him at sam.alipour@gmail.com. On July 10, 2019, Livingston was waived by the Warriors. "The injury allowed me to spread my wings and think outside the box a little bit, take a step back and game plan for five to 15 years from now," he says. This is his 13th season. In his third season, he averaged a career-high 9.3 points per game, being one of the few Clippers to improve from the 200506 season. OAKLAND (CBS SF) Golden State Warriors veteran guard Shaun Livingston doesn't mind being called a "throwback" player. You must have a YouTube account/email to enter. Just funny considering GSW is one of the best 3pt shooting teams in the league. "It's a work in progress. The holidays were not very kind for Shaun Livingston, I mean golly! USA. Public File for KBCW-TV / KBCW 44 Cable 12. The next step is to start running on the treadmill.". Livingston had a cup of coffee with the Miami Heat, Memphis Grizzlies, and even spent time in what is now the NBA G League over the next two years, but was unable to find a long-term home.<\/p>\n Livingston finally earned another contract after a pair of successful stints on 10-day contracts with the Washington Wizards, as the Bobcats inked Livingston to a two-year deal worth $7 million.<\/p>\n However, the transaction carousel continued as Livingston was traded twice and bounced from city to city, spending eight seasons never playing with the same team in consecutive years.<\/p>\n He finally regained a foothold in the league while with the Brooklyn Nets, as he went from being signed for guard depth to starting 10 of the team\u2019s 12 postseason games in 2014.<\/p>\n Livingston signed a three-year deal the following offseason with the Warriors, and the rest of the story is straight out of a movie script. He became a key cog on a team that won three championships in five years -- providing countless memories and cementing victories with his iconic, unblockable turnaround jump shot. This is a carousel. In terms of accuracy, hes been above the 91st percentile in field-goal percentage from that area for the past three regular seasons. Giveaway is in no way endorsed or sponsored by YouTube* By accepting all cookies, you agree to our use of cookies to deliver and maintain our services and site, improve the quality of Reddit, personalize Reddit content and advertising, and measure the effectiveness of advertising. Its like trying to get into a moving cars passenger seat and try and drive as you do it. About Press Copyright Contact us Creators Advertise Developers Terms Privacy Policy & Safety How YouTube works Test new features NFL Sunday Ticket Press Copyright . Your Privacy Choices (Opt Out of Sale/Targeted Ads). After starring at Peoria Central High and leading the school to back-to-back titles, Shaun was named Mr. Shaun Johnston is a Canadian actor who was born on September 9, 1958. The Cavs obviously are spending most of their time trying to devise ways to slow All-Stars Stephen Curry, Klay Thompson, Kevin Durant and Green. The first of his back-to-back NBA slam-dunk contest championships for Michael Jordan and the true crowning of Air Jordan in the NBA. It was pretty good average considering the fact that he played point guard most games and wasnt expected to stuff the stat sheet with points. "He's a young kid, an intelligent kid, and he's working it the right way to get back out there. Reply [deleted] Additional comment actions After signing Kevin Durant in the 2016 offseason, days after losing to the Cleveland Cavaliers in the NBA Finals, things were going to change. It was like a pole with a pineapple in the middle of it.. [4] He was 6ft 8in (2.03m)[5] and was considered to be tall by point guard standards and due to the addition of Sam Cassell to the Clippers' roster, gained playing time as a shooting guard instead. In April 2016, he donated $1 million to his former grade school, Concordia Lutheran School, in Peoria, Illinois. This versatility also meant he could play the one next to Klay Thompson or the two next to Steph. He went on to become a high school all-American, won . 6-7 , 192lb (201cm, 87kg) More bio, uniform, draft, salary info. Play to my strengthsI stick to my comfort zone. The Clippers didnt make Livingston a qualifying offer when his contract expired after the 2007-08 season and he became an unrestricted free agent.Livingston considered playing overseas next, with a lot of uncertainty about the future looming over him. He's the last of a dying breed, in an unusual but ideal situation, playing for an organization that hasn't tried to jam a square peg into a round hole. That 60 came on Wednesday night in Sacramento. It didn't catch on. The Warriors knew Livingston didn't fit the ideal profile of a modern NBA player, given his shot selection, but they also discovered the Brooklyn Nets were much better in 2013-14 when Livingston . This offered another reminder of the contrast in skill sets between Curry and his backup. If a potential Prize winner forfeits or does not claim a prize, the prize will be re-awarded. The action you just performed triggered the security solution. Scan this QR code to download the app now. Only three things are certainties in life: death, taxes, and Shaun Livingston post fades. He looks hurried and relaxed at the same time, like a professional pickpocket. However, the transaction carousel continued as Livingston was traded twice and bounced from city to city, spending eight seasons never playing with the same team in consecutive years. Shaun Livingston did not have a perfect shooting record. "It didn't factor in that this was a career-threatening injury," Livingston says, matter of factly. Looney had started the five previous games. It was like I had a spare leg. On Sunday, against the Cavs, Kerr felt comfortable starting McGee. The mid-jumper was once considered a must for any championship team. From Our CEO; Meet the Team; Partners and Supporters; Our Mission and Programs. "I think they'll give me a fair shot to compete. [13][15] He was then waived later that same day. He played even fewer minutes this season and the Warriors were often winning by so much that he rested most fourth quarters. In 2007, Livingston was voted one of the 100 Legends of the IHSA Boys Basketball Tournament for his superior performance in the tournament. After the knee injuries, Shaun Livingston flew all around the country, trying to find a permanent home. The Warriors used to win games with their strength-in-numbers mantra, beating you with depth and versatility. I've had some freak accidents happen.". Hes an exceptional passer who feels his way through the game, takes what is given, and understands his role. There are several actions that could trigger this block including submitting a certain word or phrase, a SQL command or malformed data. And the only miss: McGees flubbed dunk in Game 1, when the rim rejected him with no Cleveland players in sight. Livingston became a Peoria legend early, leading Concordia Lutheran School to an 89-0 record and multiple state titles. (To be fair, Golden State made 39.6 percent of its threes with Livingston on the court this year, which is really good.). You can email the site owner to let them know you were blocked. Theyre smart. Its my game. Livingstons total: six. and our Performance & security by Cloudflare. While he did play well in his first two or three seasons, he did have some nagging injuries that kept him from being active as much as hed like.After some of the growing pains, the Clippers were hoping for a breakthrough season for Livingston until the nightmare of his life arrived on Feb. 26, 2007.The Clippers were playing the Charlotte Bobcats, and Shaun was on a fastbreak. That's part of my game.". I don't know yet. Shaun Livingston, then on the backend of his third year in the NBA with the Los Angeles Clippers, was making his 31st start of the season against the Charlotte Bobcats. Livingston played the final five seasons of his playing career with the Warriors and became a fan favorite during his stint in the Bay. In Game 1 of the NBA Finals against the Cleveland Cavaliers, Livingston scored a playoff career-high 20 points, leading the Warriors to a 10489 win.
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