Basket Ball Quotes

The idea is not to block every shot. The idea is to make your opponent believe that you might block every shot.
- Bill Russell

Fans never fall asleep at our games, because they're afraid they might get hit by a pass.
- George Raveling

Sometimes a player's greatest challenge is coming to grips with his role on the team.
- Scottie Pippen

We're shooting 100 percent - 60 percent from the field and 40 percent from the free-throw line.
- Norm Stewart

I'm tired of hearing about money, money, money, money, money. I just want to play the game, drink Pepsi, wear Reebok.
- Shaquille O'Neal

When I dunk, I put something on it. I want the ball to hit the floor before I do.
- Darryl Dawkins

There are really only two plays: Romeo and Juliet, and put the darn ball in the basket.
- Abe Lemons

The best teams have chemistry. They communicate with each other and they sacrifice personal glory for the common goal.
- Dave DeBusschere

The secret is to have eight great players and four others who will cheer like crazy.
- Jerry Tarkanian

As far as carrying the torch for the years to come, I don't know. I just want to be the best basketball player I can be.
- Kobe Bryant