Dinners With DeMar - Ep. 3: Damian Lillard 

Appreciate you having me on!

Deebo so real for this series

playing through a broken heart is a different kind of pain

Dame and DeMar both come from rough parts in Cali, both got that ice cold clutch gene in their veins but they just good dudes, humble and hardworking striving to be and do better that’s what it’s all about. Dame and DeMar have done so much for the game! Us fans appreciate y’all’s greatness!

My daughter is yours and the bulls biggest fan, she’s 12 and is obsessed with basketball.Her birthday is this Friday and is having a full blown bulls theme birthday party. We’ve been watching this series together and her seeing that her favorite basketball player struggles with some of the same things she does gives her hope that everything will be ok. You are inspiring more people than you know. Thank you so much for this series ❤

Compton and Oakland representing

Dame articulates his experiences well. Real solid dude a leader

Dame and demar are literally like alternate versions of each other they just grew up in two different parts of cali. But the way they carry themselves the way they speak how they play where they come from they are very similar both very unique in their own respect. But I can see how they would become good friends and that’s the beauty of the league.

DeMar I see it DeMore I like it. Awesome podcast

Just saw Dame came to watch the Bulls vs Blazers

Two of the realest to ever do it 💯💯

Demar you are a legend

Demar you’re awesome for talking about this. It’s bigger than just being a baller.

Hello Demar. Your ball game bring me so much joy. My partner who is deaf and autistic. I recently brought him into watching the bulls. Omg the emotions he have when you get the ball. 😂😂😂❤❤❤ he is Big kid. He don’t understand the game. So he hates it when you foul someone and slow down the game for free throws. Omg I fear going to a game and him seeing you. Start reacting to you like a villain wrestler. But he is hyper into all the recent games. Rather your feel like a hero/villain. your bringing life into our home. Thank you. This is my todays. For My past, I Had a father who drink and beat me a lot. So I understand the weight of the world while struggling mentally.

Two people that I respect so much right here. 🏁👑🏁

“They haven’t healed themselves as people.” Dame I ❤ you.

I remember reading a story about Dame inviting a friend of his at Weber to live with him when he was struggling and staying close w him. Also read about some off the court things he dealt with during Covid where he had to be a strong leader for his family/friends. much respect to Demar and Dame for keeping it real and putting this convo out to the public

It's amazing to have these two upright men continue to be true beacons for the next generation. No dim light here

The N0.1 NBA Lyricist@Damian Lillard🙌🏼💫

Not gonna lie.. I was in a dark place & had some dark thoughts and intentions before I watched this. I appreciate two of my favorite players since Bean retired, sitting down and having this conversation. It honestly meant a lot to me.

This is fantastic conversation from very honorable men. This type of discussion is so much more interesting to me than other content out there. Putting the kids to bed so I can really zone in on this convo. Thank you!

Growing up in a New England, being a patriots and Celtics fan, I’ve had many sports idols to look up to. However, my favorite athlete of all time happens to be a long time blazer and now a Milwaukee buck. Damian lillard is the most inspirational athlete of my lifetime, and I really appreciate him doing something like this. Thank you Dame!

Demar I am addicted to these man they are just what we need to hear man it’s a shame Kobe ain’t here because I know for sure he’d have been the 1st guest ❤️🙏🏾

You the 🐐 Demar

Keep going DeMar! Depression is not a taboo anymore.

This is needed

Love this series so much Demar. Me and my gf who’s studying in a psychology program watch it together whenever a new episode drops.

Two great men.

All heroes don't wear capes, these two brothas are shedding light on something that isn't talked about enough in the urban community. Mental health is so important and many people don't even know that they are suffering or how to get help. The thing to remember about mental health is that you can't see when your hurting, in comparison to something physical like a bruise or a bump so it's harder to understand when your hurt or sick. However platforms like this that breakdown how things can effect us mentally and shed light on way's to deal with it is such a big help to others dealing with issues. I have subscribed and really enjoyed watching these two superstars go over such an important topic. Legendary!

Hey Demar. Love you bro! Been riding for about 10+ years now and imma keep riding for you. I ditched Toronto when they traded you despite being from there, rooted for the spurs, and then the bulls. I’ll keep riding no matter where you go. Keep your head up king ❤️ You’ll always be the greatest raptors to ever exist, and one of the greatest scorers of all time

Demar we love u in Chicago you are doing a great job with all the young guys and keep preaching your mental health it's healthy to talk about

Thank you for this DeMar and Dame. It hits the heart hard

Very similar dispositions these brothers, always nice to see how life brings people together who compliment each other so well, appreciate these men as farthers

Two of the classiest guys in the league and super fun to watch you guys play too. As a child of immigrant parents, a lot of your experiences resonated. Great episode!

I thank God for the vulnerability & honesty of both of you goats. It really encourages for the better.

Demar lots of love from Greece, we watch you guys against the Bucks every time you play, keep it up legend 🔥♥️

❤ I love the transparency of this conversation! Life doesn’t discriminate or know social/economic status. It happens to us all! Keep speaking on it, pouring into one another and taking care of yourselves in all aspects (mentally, emotionally, physically)! You owe it to yourselves! As cliche as it is, “you can’t pour from an empty cup” do things to fill your cup and everybody benefits from it!

Enjoyed everything about Dame being open with DeMar. It’s great to watch real friends support each other’s journey. Love to see it. 🙏🏽❤️❤️

I appreciate you brothers speaking from the heart. Respect.

Hardship, disappointment and challenges are necessary to grow from being a boy to a man. How will you be able to stay calm during high stress/high pressure moments, lead a family and do what you NEED to do to DESPITE how you feel if you don't learn early from going through pain? We live in the concrete jungle. You ain't owed understanding, mercy or grace. Bills will still be due, goals will still have to be accomplished. Which is all the more reason to be grateful for your loved ones, to pick who you create a family with VERY carefully and pick who you allow into your inner circle VERY carefully. Dame said not to run from the grind. The hardest grind reaps the biggest rewards IF you persevere and use the pain of the past to fuel your hunger for more.

quality editing, enhanced the whole experience and connected the whole aesthetic big ups to the editor producer all yall W

Demar inspiring all ages

The realest nba players.

two cali legends 👏

Legends do game and of life ❤

I relate so much to you DeMar. My mother went into surgery and that was the first time we showed affection towards one another in so long. It felt good like you said.

This is amazing if you really hear the message

DeMar DeRozan! The Game winners of the century.

2 of my favorite players in the league today!! 💪🏽💪🏽

Great platform even better content! Hope you keep this going fr cause it will definitely allow others to relate and also be able to speak on these things that cloud they mental. Salute to having Dame on there too! Keep this going 🔥🔥💪🏾

Much needed in the world. Sending good vibes & more good conversations from Belgium! 💪🏻

Excellence isn't personified by a mans ability to be immune, it's done by proving you're not and still can be who you're born to be.

Man, what he said about having everyone’s presence around him I know just what he means! That hit home!!!

This is so dope that you are doing this DeMar ❤

This is good for athletes everywhere. Well for people from all walks of life.

DeMar and Dame both said it all. Respect.

From a random person in Chicago thank you Demar & the many real ones you bring on just to spit knowledge hopefully they can help many more

Demar really impacted not just the basketball world but a part of society. I’ll never forget when he opened up but his mental health and how it rolled over to more athletes and people in general coming to the realization that they feel the same. It honestly feels like since that point, men have started prioritizing their mental health more than ever before. Your strength on opening up on this was for a reason. We appreciate Demar 💯

🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾 to anyone going through anything. Life sometimes gets tough and you have to find a way to push through. Find someone to talk to, don't be afraid. Whatever it is let it out. Blessings to these two brothers 🙏🏾 💪🏾

Life wears down your bounce sometimes, but no matter how much you bounce back age begins to deflate your bounce. I appreciate you, because no matter what we need kindness to understand that understanding is wealth. ❤

Bro you really been one of my favorite players since you came in this shit man 😭 you deserve your flowers man , you’ve been so consistent your whole career bro , I wanna see you win so bad on the Kings , and I’m a Celtics fan ! Turn up bro ! 😤🔥

Thank you Dame, for opening up abd sharing with us some of the things that had an impact on your life.

This is the best thing I’ve seen in a very long time.

This was relatable in a way, which isn't surprising but refreshing.

Love this podcast

This podcast is refreshing!! Love it and it’s sooo organic! Demar don’t get random guest so you can see it’s actually organic.. just need a waiter to serve food now and then lol

The series and podcast we needed

Thank God my favorite player Dame did this and shared his experiences with mental health on DeMars show and great episode. Please create and start your own podcast Dame please as a fan of your game, enjoy watching you play basketball and sharing thoughts on mental health. Keep it up DeMar and Dame! Changing and helping many with this condition or going through something. God bless you guys as we need more of this in the world🙏

This is a whole different perspective from the any other podcasts.. DeMar got something special here 👀

This podcast was everything. The vulnerability about mental health and our traumas are much needed. Best conversations out there. Thank you Demar and Dame 🤝💜

Dr. Of psychology and long term bucks fan here. (Like sickly obsessed with the bucks). I’ve been cyber bullying dame all season and I’m sorry. I absolutely love to see this platform. Ive worked with a lot of individuals impacted by suicide or suicidal ideology-many of whom are athletes. Many hid their mental illness due to fear of how others would perceive them. When you open up the conversation, you give other people a way out-a catalyst for change/for addressing their health. So thanks for doing this. I’ll share some of these with some of my clients

Appreciate yall being so open and real 💯 nothing but respect

Dinners really are the place to let it all out with the people we trust. In my books this is the most real and powerful YT series currently. I love you DeMar! As a fan from TO from the bottom of my heart.

Great discussion ❤❤❤❤great series

Dame my fav player of all time

Such a great and important series. Thanks for creating this safe space.

Debo stay in Chicago next year..you already a bull for life..we don't let people go here❤..

men not able to be vulnerable, and deff not if you got a little melanin, and FOR sure not if you in the public eye! I appreciate y’all breaking the narrative!

2 of my faves talented humble professional big hearted guys. Love that Demar made this series its so important to let people know they aren't alone.

Love this damar and dame, love for both yall

My 2 favorites players of all time are friends

Love your show I hope a lot of young people see this and change there mind sets

i actually got some free tickets to the Bulls v Trailblazers game last night! 100 level seats on top of that! Besides the great team performance you guys put on was the two special needs kids that were sitting next to me. Watching them being in awe of your skills on the floor and them getting this giant smile on their face was just beautiful! Never gave a more enthusiastic high five and fist pumps like I did with these kids. Just wanted to let you know that your talents can be happiness transistors! Om Yo brother!

This was dope! It just shows that we all are humans. It doesn't matter how much money you have. We all have ups and downs, and it felt good hearing this and seeing this from two role models.

Great Show, Super Important Subject, Your Audience Thanks you Very Much 💚🌎

I enjoyed this very much. Dame, I hope and pray things work itself out for u and ur children. I commend u and DeMar for being the great fathers that u r.

Wishin you nothing but the best with the Sacramento Kings DeMar with all the years you spent in the league and still at the elite upper echelon level you playing at. You deserved the MAX but glad you still got paid. Glad you back home in Cali, They Not Like Us.

Thanks, Demar and Damian, for doing this!

I'm glad real athletes are getting involved in podcasting to uplift and educate each other and, in return, educate also the fans !!

Obviously I am not an NBA player but I can say that this video has giving me the confidence to go talk to someone about my mental health struggles. I never really have anyone to talk to and truly never thought about going to go to someone professionally. We as fans need to start realizing that these NBA players are just as HUMAN as we are, they're just millionaires that's literally the only difference. Thank you DeMar and Damian for this great video seriously these type of videos from guys like you mean a lot.

yall are human, thank you for the hard work you put in. I appreciate you DeMar and Dame, much love!

Y’all are doing amazing work

This is the one that made me realize I can’t hold my depression in anymore. I wish I had somebody to talk to that can relate to mental health. Nobody seems to understand me or take what I say seriously.

Brotherhood

Great show, love dame dolla

I have been loving these episodes 🥰 thank you Demar for making a platform to address mental health and self care. It’s very interesting being as I deal with these issues myself, and please leak those raps I wanna hear them 😅😅😅

I have so much respect for this series. Truly humanizing stars is so enlightening. I’m just a white woman married to a cattle rancher living in a small town in Utah. Depression has been a struggle for me since the birth of my first child. I tried to deny it for so long. I just kept thinking I should be the happiest I’ve ever been having my baby girl. What is wrong with me? Thankfully, my husband has done his absolute best to help me through. I started treatment with a new doctor a year and a half ago. I’m happy to say I feel great, the best I have for years. Sorry for the long comment. In this divided country, I’m so grateful for people like you guys shedding light on the fact that we are all human with our own struggles. I couldn’t be more opposite of DeMar, but depression hit us both. I look at depression so differently now. There’s nothing wrong with being empathetic. I feel for everyone truly. I wish the best as possible mental health for you both. Thank you, DeMar.

The ones that go thru it are the ones with the heart that can help others and I'm glad both of you can share stories and words to encourage and help others. Thank you both

Never subbed to a RU-vid channel so fast. What u did for Toronto can never be replaced 🇨🇦

Its crazy to find out some real shit about some guys you;ve been fans of for so many years