DeMar DeRozan NBA’s clutch player on mental health: Being rich doesn’t mean you’re happy

DeMar DeRozan NBA’s clutch player on mental health: Being rich doesn’t mean you’re happy | The Pivot

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With May being Mental Health Awareness month, The Pivot has had several guests focus on emotional wellbeing from Michael Beasley to Ryan Mundy to Solomon Thomas and more as Mental health remains stigmatized in sports today, but more and more athletes are beginning to break the silence surrounding it and change cultural perception.
In 2018, one NBA star released an emotion-filled tweet that created waves throughout the league, generating awareness of vulnerability while garnering support as the message and impact was felt far beyond the game. Ryan, Channing and Fred sit down with six-time NBA All-Star DeMar DeRozan to talk about his mental health advocacy as well as his journey to the league. The 15-year veteran shares stories from his upbringing in Compton, California and reflects on defining moments from his career.
DeMar mentions the influence of figures like Kobe Bryant and Nipsey Hussle in his life and talks about how he is driven to inspire the next generation as well and what kept him from giving up during the darkest times. The guys ask about his trade from the Raptors to the Spurs and he reflects on the difficulty of the move, his legacy after spending 9 years in Toronto and how he handled his father's passing while the NBA pressures continued to build. Many people consider him an NBA star and an all-time clutch player, but DeMar talks about the importance of sharing real stories and being seen as a human being, which he hopes to spotlight in his upcoming book Above the Noise.
DeMar touches on how a difficult environment growing up eventually caught up to him many years later by never coping with loss and how people always tend to believe ultimate highs don't come with ultimate lows. He speaks the truth about the place he comes from, and opens up to Ryan, Channing and Fred on mistruths and misconceptions sharing how Money and fame don't measure happiness but it's through experiences that strength is built and understanding is developed. Never giving up and always wanting to be a light of hope for his family, especially his children, DeMar continues to prove people wrong with his efforts off the court and teaching through conversation.
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@demarderozan6347 Ай бұрын

Appreciate y’all having me on

@bankston11 Ай бұрын

Thank you for sharing your story. I can't wait to read your book.

@stevenjackson9627 Ай бұрын

As real as they come bro! Needed this episode

@julianreed7 Ай бұрын

Love your journey sir. Keep going. Love the evolution of your game.

@irismcghee18 Ай бұрын

You are a treasure lil brother! Love you bro.

@LAWRENCEHONABLE Ай бұрын

Grew up in North Richmond Ca. We feel you nephew ❤.

@Bmf214 Ай бұрын

Such a humble down to Earth soul. I swear black men are not given the space to just be vulnerable and human. This is a King here. Toronto speaking. 🇨🇦🇨🇦

@jramos1501 Ай бұрын

He from COMPTON

@sh-bs6uj Ай бұрын

No man is

@joshnaround_9463 Ай бұрын

Pivot has taken no Ls bruh every episode is a hit

@reembright4231 Ай бұрын

Demar a real one man .. checking on ya friends and fam just to make sure they good , we don’t do that enough ..

@PanagiotisAraujo11 Ай бұрын

More than a hooper!I love hearing Deebo speaking,cause everything he said it comes from his heart and every time had something to say. Not the typical sh*t,just REAL words.

@rrealjuliuss Ай бұрын

It’s authentic you can’t fake true feelings to nobody 💯

@PanagiotisAraujo11 Ай бұрын

@@rrealjuliuss Facts!

@rhakeemstennett5017 Ай бұрын

Amazing!!!! Thank you to the Pivot team and DeMar for breaking the stigma of mental health in the black community. Our parents didn’t have these conversations with us, not because they didn’t want to but because they didn’t know how. We all experience moments of crisis, it’s normal. It helps to know that others are experiencing circumstances similar to what you’re going thru. Another awesome episode!!!

@amandacantrell1146 Ай бұрын

I appreciate his perspective on mental wellness. People may think that he's only targeting young black athletes what they don't realize he resonates with a 42 year old single mom of three adults as well. He's not only reaching young black men, he's reaching a middle-aged mother that is white. Thank you all for this podcast, to me 'The Pivot' is one of the best podcasts out there period. You have something for everyone whether it be sports, comedy, mental health, serious topics, hilarious conversations and banter, etc. so a great big thank you goes out to eat and every one of you from Ryan, Freddy and Chan to your crew who helps you put our all together. Prayers are going up for each of you to be Blessed and continue to be Blessed by the GOD HIMSELF. As I always say for myself and it goes for you guys as well, y'all are Blessed and highly favored by The And Only GOD ABOVE!!! GOD Bless each of you gentlemen in your continued success in this lifetime.

@VeAyzfines 8 күн бұрын

Stay strong🙏🏾

@anselmobarrera6568 Ай бұрын

Damn brother what a difference it makes having father in your life a feel your pain bro I lost my dad 4 yrs ago I'm still struggling 🙏💯

@andrewims1321 Ай бұрын

Man I really appreciated this episode. No matter how much money you have, we all struggle with depression.

@j.m.9684 Ай бұрын

Pleeeaaassseee…I’ll take the spot OF any Millionaires!! I’d call my Bank Account and it says your account balance is $1.1 Million OR A LOT more…all my depression is GONE!- lol

@diegononamez Ай бұрын

@@j.m.9684 thats not how it works dawg

@Oldasianguy Ай бұрын

@@diegononamezthat's how it works for many people. Maybe not you. See plenty of us are just peachy. Add generational wealth, and all of a sudden we're at the top of the mountain.

@diegononamez Ай бұрын

@@Oldasianguy okay happy for u for having that mentality, but that shows u clearly havent heard DeMar lmao

@Oldasianguy Ай бұрын

@@diegononamez too many times. It comes up every podcast he does. I get they're trying to help people, but it's too much. That's the problem. Not that I've never heard him, just heard it too much. It's like whipping a dead horse.

@beatymann72 Ай бұрын

Sometimes it's the strongest moments that make us the weakest. We never know our strength until we are put in a moment that shakes us to our core.

@leytpeter Ай бұрын

WOW! This interview is deep, this guy comes off pure and genuine as anyone I have ever seen- I heard the story of D Rose and his emotions after his trade from Chicago- listening to DeRozan and his trade makes you appreciate these athletes more- especially when they come off genuine! GREAT job on the interview team

@ebonywagner1682 Ай бұрын

Demar dropped alot of gems here

@belindafoster-eb5sb Ай бұрын

That just goes to show you, don't judge a book by its cover. A real man can show emotion and even cry sometimes. Much respect to the pivot for this episode and DeMar DeRozan. You rock Deebo.

@user-xx5mc2wg9t 3 күн бұрын

❤😅

@user-xx5mc2wg9t 3 күн бұрын

Thank you for having the the courage to to talk the truth about your feelings and why!

@smiles83ish Ай бұрын

Anthony Edwards needs a segment please….

@J2Quick Ай бұрын

You know it’s coming after they win the championship

@smiles83ish Ай бұрын

@@J2Quick Yes we’re speaking that into existence.

@SmokeTheCompetition Ай бұрын

It’s coming after the finals

@dennismelville7532 Ай бұрын

@@J2Quick Same thing I was going to comment... Ant Man da truth!

@Lovejones1994 Ай бұрын

Faxxx! They probably got him after he win the chip

@ronniem7061 Ай бұрын

Demar always going to be a legend in Toronto. The city, and the country as a whole, will never lose their love for what he brought to the team both as a player, and as a human being

@r.ic.o Ай бұрын

Mr. DeRozan, much respect for sharing your journey. I've always loved your game, now knowing why you speak about mental health, I love the man....Mr. DeRozan. Truly inspirational.

@wal-martstatus2554 Ай бұрын

Just gotta say I been goin through it. This shit was something I needed to hear. I know that feeling all to well when you in a room full of people but are all alone. 🙏🏻

@travislankford6918 Ай бұрын

Keep pushing sir

@wal-martstatus2554 Ай бұрын

@@travislankford6918 thank you. Means a lot.

@Oldasianguy Ай бұрын

Being alone doesn't mean being lonely. I love being alone. I never feel lonely. And I also don't mind being the center of attention. Apparently this trait is envied by many.

@mynamebashbarti Ай бұрын

Toronto Legend, my favourite Raptor of all time. 🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦

@user-qo6zh4qi7b Ай бұрын

Ray Lewis , Lawrence Taylor, Barry Sanders please 😮

@Sclass_Ent Ай бұрын

Go head Gurl

@rebradley4 Ай бұрын

I enjoyed this interview. Having grown up in Compton, it was definitely enlightening to hear DeMar talk so lovingly of Compton. Growing up there helped me succeed on many levels.

@semi6544 Ай бұрын

I seen a lot of episodes. This was the best or the one I identified the most with. Love to Demar, Ryan, Fred, and Channing.

@jannjackson8461 Ай бұрын

This was a fantastic episode! He is definition of vulnerability for the sake of self and to help others. Just beautiful to watch mental health discussed as just that and not a weakness! Thanks PIVOT!

@chocolategirl443 Ай бұрын

I enjoyed getting to know Demar off the court. The Pivot really is a safe space to unveil oneself.

@Swoosh_OffTop Ай бұрын

Love when Deebos on podcasts bros as real as it gets man

@tweezyYeah Ай бұрын

take a shot everytime he say “you know what i mean” 😂😂

@dennisdb416 Ай бұрын

This pod is real af, shout out to all ya'll been a Derozan supporter from day 1. Love from Toronto 💯

@mzchocolatedrop405 Ай бұрын

Loved hearing DeMar's story. Absolutely impacting, raw and amazing. Great episode Pivot team 👏🏾 ❤

@c.c.keysfamilytreerhinehar8000 Ай бұрын

This has been the best episode thus far this season. Great job from the production staff and people behind the cameras and also the hosts Fred, Chan, and R.C.. S/O to DeMar for opening up and showing the youth the truth about life intertwined with sports. Much love and respect to you and your family.

@mystery2880 Ай бұрын

Once again, I thoroughly enjoyed this interview. From the thoughtful questions from Ryan, Fred and Channing to the candid responses from DeMar, this is another one of my favorites.

@iamisaidi Ай бұрын

Toronto will always love you DeMar. Thank you for your commitment and sacrifice.

@greenbay3164 Ай бұрын

Channing with the 6 rings and baby teeth is crazy 😂

@dolomiike 8 күн бұрын

That smoke detector convo LITERALLY got me crying 😂😂😂😂😂😂

@undermarklvnv Ай бұрын

I have been upside down after being on top forever, parents died and I was so depressed and listening to this makes me feel not alone. You try keep to yourself because you don’t want someone to think you’re weak. No time for overthinking. Thanks you guys and Demar! All good 🙌💯 Former athlete from Vegas and So Cal

@blaccgodking5400 29 күн бұрын

Demar Derozen the MARSHAWN LYNCH of the NBA! He REAL AF , LOYAL & HE’s HIM!! Dude just like NIPSEY……Iswear he got dat ability to make you GRAVITATE to him!!! I’m a FAN FRFR (his interview on podcast p go hard too)

@osmanfaroug Ай бұрын

Amazing show!!! As someone who works in mental health and trying to fight the stigma of mental health, I have nothing but respect for this show!!! I salute and admire you my brothers

@izetta56 Ай бұрын

This was phenomenal❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️ Thank You PIVOT and Demarcus Deroazin!!!

@brianjones7383 Ай бұрын

Man your story is powerful. This is what I went through recently. It wasn’t til last year that I realized that i hid allot of my pain and I would run from my past and abuse certain thing to cope with pain. I was so afraid to just be myself and hide my story to the point where I hid my gifts. The pain that we experienced can be turned into joy. I didn’t realized it because I never spoke about it. It’s still pain there but there are solutions to. It. Man bro I respect you for your glory bro. It’s not a struggle Olympics, it’s a healing Olympics. Our pain can be some ones joy. Man this literally happen to me last year. Wow very powerful episode.

@deevelynoliphant1723 Ай бұрын

I always get excited when the pivot come on you get to see so many pro nfl and nba players along with others celebrity just getting to hear about there life on an outside of fame another great interview

@voicekiu Ай бұрын

These are the conversations out culture needs keep it up fellas

@GuruLiving4 Ай бұрын

I swear I did not expect this episode to be prolly my top 5 pivot podcast

@brianjones7383 Ай бұрын

Man you are spitting facts. I can speak for myself when I say this. Sometimes that’s all we need. Those words of encouragement out of nowhere, it shows the genuine care of people near us. Foreal it’s iron sharpening iron. That simple check in to say I love you bro or I’m just checking in on or keep going towards whatever it is you are doing. Man I wish I could have been involved with this conversation. It would’ve felt like a million bucks just to be able to fellowship like this with similarly stories and gain insight, and cry, and laugh from it. Man this is powerful. Gracious salute to you brothers

@michellemimibrummer Ай бұрын

Thank you for introducing me to this young man! I can’t wait to read his book!🖤🥰💛😍 Another great one fellas!!

@sherrygivings8982 Ай бұрын

Me too!

@WhatIsaysGoes 23 күн бұрын

Lueders!!!!!!! Thanks for that love

@christinebryant8354 Ай бұрын

Great interview, very deep conversation about mental health. Everyone is different some kids need more than the other, but if your parents never had that love or the hugs or kiss or the I love you then they don’t know how to forward that to their children, but when we know better we do better. Growing up we didn’t get any kisses, hugs or I love you, but I’m from a different era so it didn’t affect me because we were taken care of. Fed, clothed, taught etc… Mother & father were married & in the household. Father worked my Mother stayed home and raised five children. I broke the cycle for my daughter. She gets the I love you & the kisses & hugs even at the age of twenty-nine. It makes a difference to say those words to your children. Keep doing what you’re doing brother. But in reality I guess it did affect me because with my siblings we only hug during holidays or loss etc.. & even then it feels awkward.

@neilpm12 Ай бұрын

Always gotta rock Nipsey ❤

@smoovedollarz Ай бұрын

Compton to NBA 💯

@supremeetnel7707 Ай бұрын

Money can buy you happiness BUT you have to be happy from within First. I know this first hand. In life you need love companionship and family. Money isn’t everything ppl understand that.

@OrlandoSoto1111 Ай бұрын

I know this first hand also.. A happy person is happy with or without money. Money doesn’t buy happiness or health, only helps certain things or pleasures but can also be a bad thing to have too much money.

@supremeetnel7707 Ай бұрын

@@OrlandoSoto1111 💯% Facts and You know what they say mo money mo problems. You can only use things you bought to make you happy but so long

@DadNeedsToTalk 22 күн бұрын

Its conversations like this that really makes me love this show. It also helps me navigate my life as a father and a person in general cause hearing the story of others journeys can give us info to potentially help us with things we are going through.

@poeboy7726 Ай бұрын

Pivot Another One 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 .....Blessings

@armanto6726 Ай бұрын

This interview was much needed. 💪🏾👌🏾

@kennethschumpert1714 Ай бұрын

The pivot podcast best in world thanks for conversations you have with people we need to hear

@MichelleSmith-cz8ch Ай бұрын

I really love these conversations

@rogerwilliamsjr4791 Ай бұрын

Loved this episode!!! Keep doing yall thang best interviews on youtube!💯💯💯

@ronnieliles5351 Ай бұрын

I ❤ you gentlemen and your style! Keep doing the work and supporting & inspiring other young men! 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

@erneststewart5718 Ай бұрын

Great show love seeing our Bkack men have rhese kind of conversations 💪🏿✊🏿🖤

@ChillyWilly_819 Ай бұрын

That's why I love demar Man, not just from a basketball standpoint but just him as a person 💯

@char1346 Ай бұрын

Loved getting to know this man in this interview so much.

@ernesthunt1252 Ай бұрын

This was one of those GREAT INTERVIEWS. Derozen is a great ball player, but, even more a real guy. Like you all say, “he like us”. Yo, Baby, Yo!!!

@showboat92 Ай бұрын

This is an amazing episode. Great, humble, vulnerable human being. Hope he gets a chip before he retires

@ronh7498 Ай бұрын

One of the best episodes of all time 🔥 a big fan of demar’s person now

@MrFrankiejay23 Ай бұрын

29:25 this moment is what makes The pivot

@ericwoody22 Ай бұрын

Canada loves and misses you my brother!!

@smoovedollarz Ай бұрын

Real 1 Real Life Conversation 💯

@Bmf214 Ай бұрын

EXCELLENT!! Both the guest and the show!! Toronto watching!!

@chrisnice6781 Ай бұрын

Another insightful episode. Solid job fellas 👌🏾 👏🏾

@user-hc9zl9yc3w Ай бұрын

Great episode. Thank you for sharing, DeMar.

@cairoking_ Ай бұрын

DeMar DeGoat, you was my Kobe in Canada growing up. Always tried to mimic my game after you and train like you

@jramos1501 Ай бұрын

Great to see the progression of the show. Guest productions. Channin wardrobe. Love to see it.

@user-ps4zw6ow9t Ай бұрын

I love this interview.

@kgw1982 Ай бұрын

Another Great Episode. The Pivot, I love it. 💯💪🏿

@MC-sj2ji Ай бұрын

Loved this one. Dope!!

@qwesence1 Ай бұрын

I'm a Spurs fan, I really enjoyed him being on the Spurs. But I don't think he was happy. He wanted to be in the Eastern Conference. He's in a good place now. Good to hear! One of the best SG on that mid-range game. Smooth shot!!

@lashun1901 Ай бұрын

Send'n Terrific Tuesday Vibes Y'all Way💣💣💣💣 "Pivot, Pivoters & DeMar DeRozan"

@mb72able Ай бұрын

3 Headed Monsters, now ppl WANT to be interview by y’all. 1 of your greatest assets is y’all have learned when & when not to. Y’all let the guest “Go” when they’re opening up but you’ve also learned how to “turn the conversation” when necessary. Great job guys💯🙏🏾👊🏾

@rodfitzhugh4770 Ай бұрын

I respect the conversation and authenticity.💯🔥

@boomboomjones4599 29 күн бұрын

Another great,eye opening episode, great job guys♥️

@shawntana1 Ай бұрын

Demar got traded from Toronto for saying that he was terrified of LeBron James 🤦🏾😂and having someone combing his Goatee is crazzzyyyy 🤦🏾😂😂😂

@chrisbirch7735 Ай бұрын

Yooo!!! When did the new intro start!!!??? Am I late?!?! That is so dope!!! But anyway, I aways wanted to hear from DeMar!!! Thank you!!! And great interview!!!

@derricksmith5772 13 күн бұрын

The Pivot is on the same level as The Shop.. I love this podcast, so dope

@cavsfan4life Ай бұрын

YES oh my gosh im so excited to listen to this episode!! DeMar is my favorite player, thanks for bringing him on!! 😆❤️🫶

@steverodgers777 Ай бұрын

Well, there it is, another one. As a Miami Heat fan, Always wished they could get DeMar. Great episode. Pivot continues to shine.

@pathenderson6572 Ай бұрын

Awesome !!! Love his ability to express himself away from the game

@user-gb6pd1jm5t 22 күн бұрын

Thank you, another great podcast!

@natashasimmons642 Ай бұрын

DEMAR DEROZAN!! I always loved him as an athlete and now I love him even more as a man...his smile is infectious...great conversation!!

@Troywitthecoi Ай бұрын

My dads on his 2nd stroke and he did the same that era before us is different man

@sylvesterluckett6763 Ай бұрын

Great convo 💯💯

@yourboynicky Ай бұрын

WAAAY back in the day (maybe 2010?) Demar Derozan posted on Twitter Kendrick Lamar's Monster freestyle saying that he's next up. After that, Kendrick became my favorite artist. To think..I could've been an OV-HO if it wasn't for Derozan.

@bankston11 Ай бұрын

Easily one of my fave episodes!

@allstarvb Ай бұрын

Demar seems like a cool dude , great episode guys!

@hip-hopdigitaltv2106 Ай бұрын

Every time Fred really engaged & speaks more it’s always a better show salute fellas

@ElaineJohnson-mq4ft Ай бұрын

DeMar DeRozen is a beautiful person, a beautiful soul and the world is a better place. I look forward to watching Dinner with DeMar. Bravo to The Pivot!

@charlietomlin5337 Ай бұрын

That's Wzup! A real down to earth brother 🙏🏾 💯 Family First Go Chicago Bulls.

@Marshall56781 Ай бұрын

DeMar is a great dude

@Roddyrod4 Ай бұрын

I seen Demar play in real life ....mannnn...his mid game is incredible to watch

@parkjoe1 Ай бұрын

REAL episode, thank you gents

@dallascowboys2317 Ай бұрын

Rich people always say money doesn’t make you happy lol but I can I tell you this being sad in lambo is better than in a box

@ChitownCrowncracked Ай бұрын

💯 facts

@PatBlackJR Ай бұрын

Truth has to be said. Those who feel like letting out your emotions is a sign of weakness is emotionally immature and is constantly miserable. Bottling up your emotions to continue to pretend that everything is okay is your greatest weakness and it holds you back from being the best version of yourself. Anything you accomplish in life will be swiftly taken away by the bottled up emotions you avoided because they always come out at the worst possible time.

@jimperkins8844 Ай бұрын

Man this was AWESOME!

@Ski313 Ай бұрын

I appreciate the conversation. Thank you fellas!!

@polywog32 Ай бұрын

Thank you. As a Bulls fan DeMar has been nothing but class. As a man, DeMar is leading us. Thank you to all of you for showing what men can be, no matter what “color “ we are. Keep telling stories and keep educating.