How Kobe Bryant's mentality helped Paige Bueckers' ACL recovery

How Kobe Bryant's mentality helped Paige Bueckers' ACL recovery | ESPN College Basketball

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6 ай бұрын

UConn Huskies guard Paige Bueckers opens up about recovering from an ACL tear and preparing for a return in the 2023-24 NCAAW season.
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@jjohnson3203 6 ай бұрын

Love Paige. Great perspective and openness. Wishing her the best this year.

@JayzoTheNextKobeBryant2.0 6 ай бұрын

Same Here

@QGolfVlog 20 күн бұрын

@@JayzoTheNextKobeBryant2.0 v

@lexsea 6 ай бұрын

love paige. she didn’t deserve to go through she’s had to the last two years but i just know she’s gonna be better because of it. everyone rooting for her to be great this season!

@MultiTim2012 6 ай бұрын

I just love this kid! She’s so humble so amazing

@iSethWoods 6 ай бұрын

My 7 year old daughter doesn't know too much about basketball other than I played it and she likes playing it with me. Whenever I'm watching basketball she says "I want to watch the girl huskies play" - which means she wants to watch Paige play. I showed her highlights of Paige one time to show her that she too could be one of the best girls at whatever she wants to do in the future. I had to explain to her that we couldn't watch her play because she was hurt so we've been waiting for you to take the court again. Grind to shine!

@omotayosatuyi252 Ай бұрын

That's incredible she won't forget that

@edwardtakeactiongba2397 6 ай бұрын

Here’s my take after watching her since junior year in high…..super smart and intelligent, personable, unselfish, tremendously coordinated, confident, fun to watch her play !

@Kat-vj2xu 5 ай бұрын

I’ve been watching her since her junior year in high school as well. Agree w/ everything you said. The vision and unselfish play caught my attention but her down to earth humble personality has me locked in for good 💪🏼💙

@victorlopez2143 6 ай бұрын

The great thing about Paige is that she is a 'TEAM' player. She gets everyone involved in the game and when needed, she can step up and make big shots when she has to. Love that game she played against NC state. She was terrific, especially in OT...I expect this years team to go all the way to the final four especially with the addition of this year freshman class including Ice and Aubrey coming back..I expect the ladies to be playing 'OLD' Uconn basketball with constant back court pressure....Go Huskies..

@travel9two557 6 ай бұрын

This was an EXCELLENT piece by ESPN! Wow 👏👏 so raw and real. I went to see her play at UCONN a couple years ago vs. Note Dame that was the game she got injured in the final mins I felt so bad for her then. It was coaches fault in my opinion. But she bounced back and played the end of the year and tournament. I hope she has a terrific year this year and UCONN can get back to the Final Four. Her light was dimmed last year with Caitlin’s Rise and Angels rise at LSU. And of course South Carolina w/ Boston. She might very well end up being the best pro career out of all them

@futurehofer1564 6 ай бұрын

Angel? Really? cmon lol

@Optim40 6 ай бұрын

Can we stop selling out already ? Dayyummm.

@KingEst87 6 ай бұрын

I’m here cause I Seen Kobe & I left appreciating her more ! #RIPMAMBA

@nickb638 6 ай бұрын

Great kid, and I was saddened to see her injuries. College hoops is better with her in it so I hope she’s able to stay healthy.

@lawbinson 5 ай бұрын

ACL Injury is tough. You can come back physically and be really close or even stronger than before. But being a non-contact injury, you start to question moves you’ve made tens of thousands of times in your life. The mental recovery is a massive component.

@QGolfVlog Ай бұрын

How can you not admire this kid? ❤❤

@MsKylea 6 ай бұрын

I'm 43 years old and agree with this message. I am an ex athlete who never paid attention to nutrition warming up etc. I'm feeling it now. Good luck this season and take care of yourself!!

@user-fi5sw2ov4v 5 ай бұрын

Torn my ACL in game on the day right before Paige’s season debut. This video really helped me put myself together.

@joaquinpardo3192 6 ай бұрын

She's so awesome her Faith is a beautiful thing to hear about. Rooting for you sis!

@alainbrouillaud484 6 ай бұрын

Great piece… amazing to see how Kobe Bryant has mentored so many people on sport… not just Basketball. I am hopeful that Paige Bueckers will have a great professional career 😊🏀

@JF238xCreatingABetterFuture 6 ай бұрын

Mamba Mentality is the best mindset to have if you want to achieve the best version of yourself 💯

@palehorserider1407 6 ай бұрын

Kobe Bryant Muse 666 workout no it’s not evil it’s a blueprint to be GREAT

@fkap4153 6 ай бұрын

Kobe was trash nobody should look up to that scumbag

@Ms.Athletic 5 ай бұрын

She actually figured this out at a young age and I'm so happy she is spreading it!!

@Mitch7179 5 ай бұрын

this woman is simply amazing..

@NJSportsGirl2 6 ай бұрын

She’s so great! ❤ I love her mentality and how strong she is ❤

@jstape740 6 ай бұрын

Its crazy how much more inspiring and important ppl become once they die..

@aerielkins5334 6 ай бұрын

my favourite College basketball player, hope nothing but the best for you this season Paige and same for Uconn, let's go Huskies !! 🥳💙

@kylemiyamoto3896 5 ай бұрын

Incredible story. Congrats Paige on getting back to it and coming back stronger than ever. @ESPN you had some rookies shooting/lighting this interview

@Fieldhockey_ Ай бұрын

I love Paige sm. I’ve had a lot of injury’s in my sport and sometimes it feels horrible and like I should give up but this helped sm. She described everything so perfectly

@baselinetobaseline9821 27 күн бұрын

I love watching her play ! You can just see how much she loves the game.

@Juan_nicolas4 6 ай бұрын

UConn stand up🙌🏽 can’t wait to see Paige and Azzi back in action

@TheGatewoods1023 6 ай бұрын

Not a UConn fan. But I am a fan of Paige and her game. She is the future of the game. Glad she’s back. Much respect all the best.

@HeyNickJ Ай бұрын

Short stories are awesome. Thanks for sharing Paige way to capture it ESPN. I hope she dominates her fifth year. I wish her nothing but health and success and pray that she continues to grow her faith. She such a great example to many.

@eletteahmad1597 6 ай бұрын

Great interview. Great encouragement

@Skoogz_ 6 ай бұрын

Love you PB. Gonna be one helluva comeback 🦾

@captain0310 6 ай бұрын

What a breath of fresh air. I have gotten so tired of the media trying to suck everyone in with CC's self-centered performances and AR on the court and off-the-court dramas. PG plays the right way and she is a role model for all young athletes. God Bless you Paige.

@Dre-xc2no Ай бұрын

So many Kobe stans in this generation of mens & womens hoops. I love it!

@abelaldrich7831 4 ай бұрын

I love her she's great at basketball 🏀 and coming back is an inspiration and plus she's so cute 🥰

@futurehofer1564 6 ай бұрын

Only people who saw freshman Paige that won NPOY (only freshman ever to do that btw) and CARRIED that UCONN team to the championship game know who she is as a player, I hope she gets back and surpass that level!!!! Hoping she doesnt get any major injuries anymore!

@JayzoTheNextKobeBryant2.0 6 ай бұрын

I Know The Legendary Childhood GOAT R.I.P Kobe Bean Bryant Smiling In Heaven & Everytime Someone Talks About The Legendary Childhood GOAT R.I.P Kobe Bean Bryant AkA Black Mamba Angel is Smiling

@glenntoups4615 6 ай бұрын

Hope your knee heals 110% and you have a great comeback season......Love the new look with eye makeup....WOW Girl! You are a WINNER!

@danwayment6842 Ай бұрын

Never Forgotten.💗

@iceman9428able 6 ай бұрын

I wish Paige Bueckers good luck this season and stay healthy

@Whizkidsoo 6 ай бұрын

Man she’s a generational talent…womens basketball needs her. We were robbed w her playing w azzi even Lou but all her teammates geno set up his schedule expecting to have Paige this year will be great. Stay healthy & ball out no cap they’re winning it all!

@AceEthos Ай бұрын

Wholesome, beautiful, beautiful soul, one of the greatest Eva!

@trajohnadams1772 6 ай бұрын

i love Paige Bueckers 💕🏀

@peedidadon Ай бұрын

yu are a blessing on n off da kourt kontinue to do whatchu doin with faith

@curtisCclarke 6 ай бұрын

She is my favorite female college basketball player of all time! Period! She will become my favorite female professional basketball player of all time (as well)! As of right now, LeBron Raymone James is my favorite male professional basketball player of all time. I love me some Paige Bueckers! ❤❤❤

@phillipdeluca9930 6 ай бұрын

I think she is so strong.

@snekmeseht 6 ай бұрын

Not very often, but once in a while, ESPN does something good.

@JayzoTheNextKobeBryant2.0 6 ай бұрын

Love Paige She's a Great Basketball Player!!

@ToshiroMifuneSamurai Ай бұрын

Good luck next season Paige. I'm happy you stay at UConn for another year and hope you win that championship.

@blackbeansauce1150 6 ай бұрын

She’s gonna kill it this year

@bpraise517 5 ай бұрын

Flat out Gorgeous, Baller, Character, Faith, UConn Paige B....Lets Go💪🏾😎🔥

@JayzoTheNextKobeBryant2.0 6 ай бұрын

I Wanna Wish Paige The Best This Year!

@bostonrican5082 6 ай бұрын

She’s on a mission you could see it in her eyes leeeeeets gooooo!!!!

@markhathaway9456 6 ай бұрын

She's a star, and a basketball player.

@Fatboy53 Ай бұрын

We got luv for this kid. Very classy after their team loss to Iowa. Love how she gives glory to God. Hats off to her. I did my ACL. Prevention is key. Never skip leg day. PT shows how we got there.

@waynemiller7692 6 ай бұрын

Praying for you 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

@Nikeira_Henry1 6 ай бұрын

I’m ready for the comeback

@pleiku887 6 ай бұрын

Some of the mean, even hateful, comments! Some of you need to look into your hearts and ask where this is coming from.

@fkap4153 6 ай бұрын

Lol people are allowed to have differing opinions it's perfectly fine

@violetforpb 6 ай бұрын

@@fkap4153opinions about her body? Her mentality? Opinions about the way she’s doing? It’s seriously none of yall’s business. Your “opinions” are straight up hate, none of y’all are gonna get ahead in life. Do better

@fkap4153 6 ай бұрын

@ultravioletdiguise oh you are one of those weak minded people who thinks someone else's thoughts and beliefs can hold another person down, paige is just fine lmao I just don't like the dead scumbag she idolized

@shawnthorington7723 6 ай бұрын

Hopefully she can help Uconn win it all in her last year with the team.

@b2bfusion 6 ай бұрын

2nd to last

@shawnthorington7723 6 ай бұрын

@@b2bfusion Isn't she a senior?

@b2bfusion 6 ай бұрын

@@shawnthorington7723 yes she is - she has an extra covid year of eligibility

@johntheclyde2816 6 ай бұрын

If she can stay healthy, she’s one of the best female basketball players in the world. Good luck this year!

@jaylewis1993 6 ай бұрын

I Love You Paige You’ll Remind Them This Year I Really Believe That

@iloveGod1105 26 күн бұрын

She has the most BEAUTIFUL HEART!!!!!

@pulajul7644 6 ай бұрын

aaaaa paigeeee don't cry 😭

@anthonyjeter4643 2 ай бұрын

Outside of Maya Moore, Paige is my favorite Huskie of all time! And Im a S. Carolina Gamecock ! I want her to be successful in the WNBA.

@ImadogGarcia 6 ай бұрын

I just want to see her play and be happy

@Theonlyyy.dakendriascaife 4 ай бұрын

I love her sm❤

@chiefs816kc 6 ай бұрын

It's time for Paige to take her crown back. God bless.

@tinashepule 6 ай бұрын

Why am I crying 🥹🥹🥺

@limeebri Ай бұрын

Paige is incredibly self-aware and refreshingly honest. What an impressive and admirable human being!!

@doubleburnttoast5281 6 ай бұрын

I remember ❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥🚀♾ just keep going

@joshmartinelli1681 Ай бұрын

Paige is a great person. She is humble and a good person.

@pulajul7644 6 ай бұрын

I both pray to God, I wish you success this year 🤍🙏

@khaimcmillan9152 6 ай бұрын

Great story 🙏🙏🙏✊✊✊❤️❤️❤️

@hoopdr3amz23 6 ай бұрын

She Is A GREAT TALENT greatest of luck 2 this young women...gonna b a problem in the W

@larrycollins3585 6 ай бұрын

Am I the only one that notice she said, " this year, next year. I'm coming up on the last couple of years. We can make it happen." 7:20 mark

@justinjones5886 6 ай бұрын

Love the video… the music sucks tho it makes me feel like somebody died, or I’m about to get a massage

@muthusiedwin Ай бұрын

I just love this young lady

@TH-zy1nb 5 ай бұрын

Love her❤❤

@dustinparsons4404 Ай бұрын

I love her so much ❤

@sayannahjcarter 6 ай бұрын

Stay strong Paige Kobe & Gigi are by your side #HatersgonnaHate

@brianrymill4071 6 ай бұрын

i like paige a lot stay with it paige you can do it

@jamesvandall6238 Ай бұрын

Love Paige bucekers she is a great basketball player 👏

@JayzoTheNextKobeBryant2.0 6 ай бұрын

Paige Should Uses Mamba Mentality Uses That As Motivation To Be The Best Version of Your Self To Be The Best Basketball Player That You Can Be Kobe Bryant Words That He Said

@MrMcfly6 6 ай бұрын

A real BALLER

@Ashley-cr4tf 3 ай бұрын

Love u paige😊❤

@wavyseal1447 25 күн бұрын

We love you Paige!

@radjedi2010 6 ай бұрын

The only thing I was surprised at is Paige talking about her haters. What is there possibly to hate about Paige?

@sayannahjcarter 6 ай бұрын

Oh trust me Paige got some haters, and I'm not talking about me or you because she's one of my favorite Uconn players

@kpwaterfield 5 ай бұрын

There are always Haters when you're successful!

@katherinesheridan4139 6 ай бұрын

Shout out Hudy!!!

@ccarrillo262 Ай бұрын

she sounds like she would have a dope mix tape

@dcstoy 6 ай бұрын

Can't wait to see her succeed and kill it this year🔥🙏🏾!!!

@djemraidola264 6 ай бұрын

This is another reason he is top 3

@JapChaeJan 6 ай бұрын

Go Paige!

@damagedone56 6 ай бұрын

As a Connecticut resident myself just like her I must say this woman is beautiful

@robertpalatsky5017 5 ай бұрын

Paige, thank you so much for sharing your story. Such a raw piece. Hope you and UConn win another Natty. Good luck and HAVE FUN!!!

@wavyseal1447 25 күн бұрын

I'm gonna go cry now

@MrNiceGuy80x5 6 ай бұрын

after her first injury i felt that she needed to get on like a weightlifters plan, eat lots of protein and gain more muscle to protect the body. she was too lean for how lengthy she is.