If you’re trying to achieve, there will be roadblocks. I’ve had them; everybody has had them.
Being nervous isn’t bad. It just means something important is happening.
I built my talents on the shoulders of someone else’s talent.
I want to wake up every day and do whatever comes in my mind, and not feel pressure or obligations to do anything else in my life.
Never think of the consequences of failing for you will always think of a negative result. Think only positive thoughts and your mind will gravitate towards those thoughts!
I want to play for years.
It’s a habit of mine now, noticing labels, logos, shoes.
In any investment, you expect to have fun and make money.
If nobody will help you, do it alone.
I realize that I’m black, but I like to be viewed as a person, and this is everybody’s wish.
When I lose the sense of motivation and the sense to prove something as a basketball player, it’s time for me to move away from the game.
Heart is what separates the good from the great.
Any fear is an illusion. You think something is standing in your way, but nothing is really there. What is there is an opportunity to do your best and gain some success.
I’ll quit competing when my heart quits beating.
I’ve missed more than 9000 shots in my career...
Every time I feel tired while I am exercising and training, I close my eyes to see that picture, to see that list with my name. This usually motivates me to work again.
The players today reflect how much the game has evolved and changed both in style and culture. The game now has a wider appeal to a larger market.
It doesn’t matter if you fall down, it’s whether you get back up.
When I step onto the court, I’m ready to play. If you’re going up against me, you’d better be ready. If you’re not going to compete, I will dominate you.
Another day, another opportunity to prove everyone who doubts you wrong.