On the latest episode of the Rex Chapman show with Josh Hopkins,
the guys are joined by Mr Chibbs himself, Kenny Anderson. One of
the most celebrated high school players there ever was, and now the
Head Coach at Fisk University, Kenny has always been
dedicated to basketball and it has taken him a long way from
Queens. Since finishing his NBA career, the story of Mr.
Chibbs has been celebrated for both the basketball success as
well as dark moments that have made him the person he is today.
2:00 - NBA Playoff Preview 17:00 - While Rex was connected to Kenny
through their mutual friend Sam Bowie, Rex asks Josh, when was the
first time he had heard of Kenny Anderson? 20:00 - What was it like
being the number one basketball player in the country? Without
social media, Kenny talked about being in every newspaper and
magazine and word traveled fast outside of New York City. 24:00 -
How Bobby Cremins was able to convince Kenny, and his mother, to go
to Georgia Tech and why it was such a great fit for him. 27:30 -
Rex and Kenny reflect on how the NBA has changed since they played,
with the emphasis on handle, pick and roll and 3-point shooting.
Kenny calls it like it is, it's a softer game since he played.
30:00 - How Kenny is trying to change the culture of Fisk
Basketball, and he really feels like he belongs at a small school
that has been known historically for its academics. 31:30 - Kenny
admits he had to harbor the darkness in his life because he was
focused on basketball and for providing for his mother. 35:00 - His
infamous "Welcome to the NBA" moment was in his rookie season with
the Nets. He had been riding the bench after being the best player
every time the ball was tipped since he was 15 years old. 38:00 -
How Kenny has been taking care of himself in the last couple years
since suffering a stroke. After feeling scared and vulnerable, he
knew he had to make a few positive changes and put a fresh
perspective on his life. 40:30 - How tough of a decision it
was for Kenny to leave Georgia Tech after just two seasons. Playing
with Dennis Scott and Brian Oliver, and making the Final Four in
his freshman year, Kenny said it was some of the best times in his
life. 43:30 - What is next for Kenny as he's transitioned into the
next phase of his life. It's so important for him to have these
kids as an outlet to share his story and his passion for the game
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