Prime Victor Oladipo Was Better Than You Think

Injuries robbed Victor Oladipo of seeing an extended prime for the Pacers, but his 2017-18 campaign showed a glimpse of what looked to be the NBA's next great 2-way star.

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Time Stamps:
0:46 Athleticism / Transition Offense
3:18 Attacking in the Half Court
5:05 Pull-up Shooting
6:34 P&R Ball-Handler
10:57 On-Ball Limitations
14:14 Rim Pressure
17:10 Off-Ball Offense
19:57 Defense
23:26 Impact + Evaluation

[DreamHoopz]

One of my favorite 1 year peaks to go back and watch highlights of

[nicholaswei]

5:00 - I'd never seen anyone just be able to attack into pull-up jumpers like this. His opponents had such fear of getting blown by from a guy setting up his attack from near the logo.

Looked like he could be one of the great slashers post-Wade.

His ability to cover distance quickly, pressure the paint and finish was impressive to watch. He was a unique challenge and legit #1 option. A big what-if and sad to see his continued health issues.

[michaelbarnes]

Prime Oladipo was very fun to watch especially in the clutch. His jumper always seemed to start falling when it was crunch time

[ealer]

Besides him being one so talented, athletic and versatile one another thing separates him from many other good players is the love and dedication to the game. And it makes his injury history even worse. As he was someone people were excited to see to progress. And he was getting better season after season. Truly unfortunate. Thank you for this documentary-long tribute.

[Luciandl]

One of my favorite players at the time it's a shame he dealt with the injuries. Was one of the most clutch players in the league too

[bjnaves]

One of my favorite current two way players. Unfortunately health issues have hindered him tremendously and that really sucks. Great breakdowns in this video

[reeseszn]

from PG to Dipo and now Tyrese. Gotta give credit to the Pacers organization for what they do.

[Clear]

Dame shame his prime was cut so short. He coulda been a perennial allstar consistent top 15 type player if he stayed healthy

[Maloman]

One thing from watching him play is all the heel planting and violent cutting and stopping, definitely contributed to his knee issues. It's like watching a young Derrick Rose in hindsight

[muvzyhoops]

Cant wait till this channel explodes your a legend dude

[tguwop]

Very underrated channel. I can't wait for you to blow up! 🎉

[KillyJoe]

Hearing you break down his flaws makes it even worse because being a fan of his since he was a freshman at iu those flaws were way more noticeable back then and they consistently were getting better and with his work ethic you can only imagine where he may have ended up

[rollercoasterridereview]

He was a top 3 shooting guard in 2018 pacers should have beat the cavs goaltending

[joshuacooper]

My favorite player. Thanks for making this.

[santitv]

Still remember him pacers oladipo vs lebron cavs. That was his prime! What if he didn’t get injuries. He will be scary!

[SerFondue]

As a lifelong Heat fan, I’ve wanted Oladipo in Miami since 2017. Dude was unreal and I pray he comes back to the league healthy and ready to contribute once again. Miami don’t let this man go again please

[KillyJoe]

An Indiana Hoosier that randomly ended up with the Indiana pacers and seemingly immediately leveled up his play and nearly took out prime lebron they really should have if I remember there was one game they had won and threw it away. Was poised to be their best player and catalyst for one of the best teams in the east. Was something to be so excited for here in Indiana what a bummer

[reo]

I really was hoping things worked out for him in MIA

[Kurbxz]

oladipo is westbrook with injuries that messed up his carrer

[sainuanupama]

My favourite basketball 🏀 star . this smashing b 🏀 show the spirit and way to play ▶️ basketball. Thank you sir victor oladipo.