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“Play the game with a smile.”

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Earl Monroe, born on November 21, 1944, is a former American professional basketball player renowned for his exceptional scoring ability and unique playing style. He was selected by the Washington Bullets in the 1965 NBA draft and spent his entire career with the team. Monroe won the NBA MVP Award in 1971 and was a multiple-time All-Star. Known for his scoring and playmaking skills, he is considered one of the greatest scorers in basketball history. more

“When you go out on the court whether it be for the championship or just a scrimmage, have confidence that your abilities and what you've learned in your drills are better than your opponent's. This does not mean you should disregard your opponent. Before taking the court for any game, you should do a lot of thinking about what you have to do to beat your opponent and what he must or can do to beat you.”

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Author:Bob Pettit

“For order and a society to exist - and a basketball team is a society within itself - it needs discipline.”

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Author:Joe B. Hall

“I've always considered myself a crunch-time player. I just love having the ball in my hands. Everyone in the arena knows the ball is supposed to be in your hands and you still make it. It's the odds. I love the odds.”

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Author:Reggie Miller

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