NBA Legend Isiah Thomas on Chris Paul Controversy, Bill Russell’s Legacy & Ranks Best Champions 

Everytime I hear this brother speak I gain more and more respect for him. And that is after having a supreme amount of respect for him from the start.

Zeke interviews are always dope. Epic storytelling and jewels of wisdom. Right in time for my lunch break. Thanks Sway!

This was my favorite player growing up. Very inspiring player with so much intelligence. Salute to a king

I honestly didn’t think it was possible to have so many mic 🎤 drop moments in one single interview. Isiah Thomas gave us a glimpse into his background and historical figures who must impacted him.

Let me tell all of you what Zeke means to us (native Detroiters). Isiah came along at a time when our city was viewed in the most negative light on a national scale. Crime, the crack epidemic, and general despair was all that we had. We were trying to find our way back to prominence after the 60s riots. We needed something or someone to give us hope. And then Mary Thomas blessed us with her baby boy. Zeke represented everything that Detroit stood for. Heart. Determination. And never say die attitude. We put all of our faith in Zeke and he put us on his back and ultimately on the map. But Zeke, above all things, is one of the most humble cats you'll ever meet. You could catch Zeke at the Shrimp joint after the game or in the hood teaching kids how to dribble. He was one of us without looking down on anyone. And he was a warrior. He delivered 2 titles and we are eternally grateful. Even if he never won those titles we'd still love Zeke. Isiah Lord Thomas. Detroit's Adopted Son. The greatest Piston Ever. Bad Boyz 4 Life!!✊🏽✊🏽✊🏽💯💯💯

I met Isiah at Pine Knob. We were standing at the top and he was with his wife. “ Glad to see you here “ I said. He said he was glad to see me too. I never forget that. He was m favorite Bad Boy. ❤

Zeke really has become 1 of my all time favorite people. Not just basketball players. I’m from Illinois also so it’s always good to root for home state heroes

I’m glad I got a chance to watch this Sway interview with Isiah Thomas. It was definitely full of 💎!

1. Zeke is a goat. 2. Sway is great at not overtlaking his guests and doesn't talk to himself like Vlad goofy ass. 3. Protect Heather B! Legend!!!

love listening to Isiah speak such a good story teller and so soft spoken

That Chicago side showed when the Chris Paul question came. I wanna hear that convo lol

Isaiah Thomas, my favorite player when I was growing up. I remember I used to watch the play off season of the NBA, with my mother and my siblings. Gad bless you Mr Thomas.

The Badboy Pistons were a solid team in the mid to late 80s. Isiah Thomas had some amazing skills when he came into the NBA. 👍🏽

One of the wisest men around basketball and greatest point guards I ever seen

I love how he always Reps West Side of Chicago. He's a Detroit legend but you can never mistake where's he's from. Salute! 🫡

It's crazy All these years... Until recently I never knew Isaha was such a BEAUTIFUL SOUL for the black community I love his ENERGY Salute

I love Isaiah Thomas regardless what anybody thought about him he always kept that winning smile one of the best point guards ever!

That’s why Isaiah on a different level. All that he does describe he doesn’t even talk about or advertise all he did/does for so many people. Good substantive dude.

"When Muhammad Ali could talk nobody liked him, but when Muhammad Ali couldn't talk that's when America fell in love with him "

Isiah for those that did not see him play back in the ‘80s a small PG that took on the BIGs while driving in the paint and he took major shots but he was relentless. And he had major handles aka Kyrie Irvin.

Isiah always give worthwhile interviews.

Still my favorite players of all time: Isiah and Tiny. Great show!

Classy statement “I’ll talk to Chris when I see him”

I always respected Isaiah aka Zeke because no matter what he was and is a man first and gentlemen second. Always professional, well dressed and first class. Salute to you Sir Isaiah💪

Got that Bad Boy Hoodie from Mitchell and Ness! The 11 on the back tough. ZEKE!

Isiah Thomas is the greatest. Love watching him on NBATV - always says things no one else is, as opposed to 99% of others.. I wish people would learn how to spell his name.

Zeke is always looked down upon by some fools for "being in Jordan's shadow". But the guy did it all (including beating Jordan), is respected by his peers for being a great player and a champion as well as being loved by the fans for his wisdom, intelligence, humour and storytelling abilities. If any guy won at life - it's Zeke. Respect to the man.

Thank God Isaiah Thomas has the venue tell his story he is a very misunderstood man is carrying more black history then 10 Hall of Fame basketball players rolled up into one

Isiah Thomas is class personified!! We love Zeke in Detroit!! The Pistons gave the city pride in an era where Detroit was and still is considered a wasteland of crime, violence and hopelessness. Mary Thomas raised a good human being!

This was a great interview with guest, Isiah Thomas! He is my favorite basketball player of all time.

This interview is definitely a breath of fresh air. For Isiah to understand much he's definitely not appreciated enough. I wish i would have known a little more about isiah growing up on the south side of chicago back then. I would have cheered for isiah versus Michael, just based on isiah mindset.

Isiah Thomas who led the Detroit pistons to two back to back championships,the state of Michigan was so proud of them Isiah is one the greatest point guards of all time.

1 of the best interviews ever!!!!!!! Kilt it, Sway, HB and Tracey G. Isiah DROPPED MEGA TON NUCLEAR BOMBS...In a media friendly way. All praises due and there wasn't enough time to scratch the surface of his Know The Ledge*7

Isiah Thomas, has an excellent recall of The History of the United States, and it has been ingrained in his every day walk through life. I admire this cat so much!

An Isiah interview is always legendary 💪...

Thanks Isaiah for providing a insightful history lesson. I wish more black podcast would focus on educating and enlightening instead of promoting ignorance.

A great leader in and off the court. He should enter politics. Dave Bing, another Piston All Star guard, was a very good Mayor of the City of Detroit. I can see Isiah as a US Senator from Michigan.

This man is a national treasure.

Isaiah gets to much hate because of Jordan but the people that know him even guys who beefed with him all talk glowingly there's still grudge holders and they should check their reflection

Isaiah Thomas the real GOAT on and off the court love this guy

My mom bought me Isiah Thomas' motivational tape when I was a kid. I've been a Pistons fan ever since.

Isiah is my favorite all-time player. Always wanted to meet him.

Mad respect mr. Thomas👊🏽👊🏽

I really appreciated Isiah Thomas in this podcast. I used to have problems with him because of the Michael Jordan issue, but his appearance in this podcast showed me the level of maturity that he has. Which means that I hold no animosity because of Michael Jordan. I, now believe that it's Michael that needs to demonstrate love for this great person that He is. I pray that closure can be accomplished before either step off this earth. You did great Isiah, I'm proud of your performance. Thank you so much, Juan

Such great content Ken, thank you! As an HR leader you’ve armed my knowledge and helped me build content to coach other leaders. Thanks!

Fantabulous! Loved the conversation.

Super underated!! And he never ages!!!

But I've always loved about Isiah is that he always shows and prove that he has knowledge of self and etcetera

"I'll speak to Chris about that"....Respect.

No GOAT crying, no bashing but finaly a great interview with Isiah Thomas one of the best to ever played it.

"When Kareem walk in the room we are taking the knee we kissing the ring" 👏

2008 New Year’s. Manhattan. I rid by on a bus. Sway STILL acknowledged my family and I. Much Respect

Always loved Zeke, great top 5 point guard. Got his degree before entering NBA. Kudos to his mom, family and even I U with Bob Knight

This was a great interview.

When Nelson Mandela came to Detroit on Thursday 6-30-90 at Tiger Stadium, I was there. Mandela knew the impact of Detroit universally.

all-time dope this trio vibing in the same room.

Zeke the only one that beat jordan, bird & magic in there primes..pound for pound the best pg of all time

Bill Russell was that dude. My first superhero.

awesome love to see my brothers and sisters together leading and staying in the fight 💪🏾

My grandad loved Zeke and the Bad Boys of Detroit. I used to joke around and be like Detroit has a team being a Laker fan but now I admire Isaiah wholeheartedly. Thank you for everything

Great interview

Legendary interview 💯👍🏾

That was me at the first in the crowd going Woo Hoo in high falsetto! Hi Mom!

Isiah a year behind me but I never related to as a ghetto kid when he was coming up, Maybe because i was a ghetto kid from Brooklyn, Although he was small it was no surprise since seeing him at Indiana in the late 70s that he would make it in the NBA.

Man to get insight to these champions are nothing short of incredibleeeeee

Sway’s introductions are just as good as his interviews.

53:40 Chris Paul situation

You weirdo Jordan Jockers can say whatever you want about Zeke but his story is a MILLION times more honorable and interesting than Jordan's story is. Peace

I'm from Detroit. And Zeke can do no wrong. Bad Boys forever!

Lifelong Sixers fan. My dad was upset about Magic hitting that hook shot over the Sixers for the rest of his life

DAM ZEK LOOKS GOOD TO BE 62 BLACK EXCELLENT!!

Living Legend!

Love them talking about Russell

Maybe I missed it , but throughout this entire interview, all the greats names were mentioned, except Wilts. It's amazing to me that a player who owns 72 NBA RECORDS. From scoring, assists, rebounding, blocked shots, etc, is not mentioned more when the greats are talked about. They act as if he didn't do what he did!!!! Great interview, though. Zeke looked relaxed .

Sway is back to being the leader of the culture

Great interview - thanks for letting him roll and posting it

Great episode.

Now see THATS HOW A MAN handles his business, Isiah didnt talk publicly about the issue he has with Chris Paul, he said " Ill talk to C.P when i see him"!! Talk man to man to him 1st and let him know where he went wrong!

Eric Money who was also a piston yearssss ago, Magic Johnson and Isaiah are the reasons I started watching and being committed to the NBA.

I love this man! What a breathe of knowledge!

I love my brother Isiah! He is a real brother 💯💪🏿

Amazing interview of Zeke! #detroit #whatupdoe

I'm just feel dumb and appalled, born and raised in Detroit.... never knew that about Nelson Mandela ( but Winnie was the real warrior ) R.I.P. to both ... great interview Sway

Right On Isaiah!

*dead* at Ka-Mean Abdul Jabar 😂😂😂😂😂😂

Fantastic Business Acumen and Good Dude!!

Great story teller

First remember seeing Isaiah Thomas play for University of Indiana and marveled at his skillset in college before Pistons drafted him .. He had the realest Mother that raised him growing up hard in Chicago most hardest neighborhood and he made it out.. Still travesty he was banned from The Dream Team but Isaiah Thomas intellect is evident on many topics and his life experiences are so valuable and love his respect for Bill Russell.. Excellent insightful interview..

I grew up a Celtics fan but Zeke is one of the most fascinating people in all of sports.

Zeke drop jewels everytime he speak! 💯

When I was 5 at a Timberwolves game I was running towards the concessions. My Dad yelled at me "Isaiah Thomas!" needless to say at least 30 people turned their heads. Nice name 😂. Brother is Sam Mitchell 😂 All love, great interview.

Amazing Human Being! 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

Endless respect for OG Zeke!

There’s just no doubt about it. I T’s dope. Very brilliant and educated. I’ve always watched him since I’ve been in this country in the early 80s.

He used to punk Jordan on the regular.

I love how Zeke will not allow Dennis Rodman to embroil him in any more scandal... 35 years later 😂😂😂

The Interview: Overall it was great and the information was on-point. Chris Paul: I love how Isiah Thomas handled that situation and the look on his face says it all. Just total disgust and Zeke handled that like an elder should handle it. Bad Boys: I'm looking forward to 'The Bad Boys' documentary with those guys getting it done and doing it THEIR WAY telling THEIR STORY from THEIR STANDPOINT so the world can see who and what that team and those guys are about 100% because they are all legends: Isiah Thomas, Joe Dumars, Bill Laimbeer, Dennis Rodman, James Edwards, Rick Mahorn, John Salley, Mark Aguirre, and Vinnie Johnson.

I always learn something when ever Isaiah Thomas opens his mouth.

I met him twice and he is a class act the nicest guy ever and my Taurus ♉️ brother Taurus ♉️ Gang Isiah Zeke Thomas gave him his flowers 💐 when I met him

A treat!