“Nobody seems to appreciate what an incredible player Wilt was," Russell said at 1997 All-Star Game when the league named and honored its 50 greatest players. "He was the best player of all time because he dominated the floor like nobody else ever could. To be that big and that athletic was special.” SaidBigsSeemsGamesStarsPlayerSpecialAppreciateIncrediblesAll TimeLeagueHonoredAthleticBest PlayersAll Stars Author:Wilt Chamberlain
“I think you can learn lots of skills playing football. Team building is one. You also learn how to solve problems within your team. Sometimes you find yourself playing with players that you don't necessarily like, but you have to put your differences aside for the good of the team. It gives you skills that you may not appreciate at the time.” ThinkingGivingMaySometimesProblemDifferencesPlayerTeamBuildingFootballSkillsAppreciateSolveFinding YourselfTeam BuildingFootball TeamPlaying Football Author:Hope Powell
“Jeremy, Perry, Andre, Steve and Reggie, Grant, You guys make me so much better without you even knowing man. 'Cause I know I set the example for y'all. I know there's days where I have my bad days, And I say some words I'm not supposed to say sometimes, But when I need an extra push, You guys are there man. And I appreciate that. I appreciate that because I'm not always the best leader, I'm not always the best player, I don't always shoot the best in the games, But, Our little handshakes that we do before the game, That gets me going.” KnowsMenNeedsLittlesSometimesGuyGamesCausesLeaderKnowingPlayerExampleAppreciateExtrasGrantsNbaWithout YouBad DayBest PlayersBest LeaderMvpHandshake Author:Kevin Durant
“Coaching staff: I know there's days you look at that film and you want to kill me. I'm not playing defense, taking bad shots, getting too many techs. But you always believe that I can be the guy. Through the tough times, you guys never left my side... That's something that I really appreciate and I never want to take you guys for granted. I thank you so much for being part of my life. And not just on the basketball court, but giving me talks about growing as a man first, and a basketball player next.” KnowsMenWantGivingFirstsBelieveLooksI CanFilmGuyNextLeftSidesGrowingPlayerBasketballShotsToughAppreciateCourtDefenseGrantedCoachingStaffKill MeAlways BelieveTough TimesBasketball PlayerHumblingMvpBasketball CourtCoaching StaffPlaying Defense Author:Kevin Durant
“I'm just thrilled for so many people. Our players, mostly, but the people in our organization - Rick Welts, Joe Lacob and Peter Guber and the whole group. It's just a phenomenal group of people. I think as a coach you just appreciate kind of the big picture a little bit more.” PeopleThinkingKindLittlesWholeBigsBitsPlayerGroupsLittle BitAppreciateOrganizationCoachesPeterChampionshipPhenomenalBig PictureNba Championships Author:Steve Kerr
“The average player would rather play than watch. Those who don't play can't possibly appreciate the subtleties of the game. Trying to get their attention with golf is like selling Shakespeare in the neighbourhood saloon.” TryingPlayGamesAttentionWatchesPlayerAppreciateGolfAverageSellingSubtletyNeighbourhoodsSaloons Author:Bob Toski
“A lot of the players are not involved with any NHL team, so to play and travel around with the Oldtimers' it's a kind of gift that the players really appreciate.” KindPlayPlayerTeamInvolvedTravelAppreciateTeamworkFunny TravelNhl Author:Guy Lafleur
“I motivate players through communication, being honest with them, having them respect and appreciate your ability and your help.” HelpingAbilityPlayerHonestCommunicationAppreciateBeing HonestAppreciate You Author:Tommy Lasorda
“Glue guys aren't superstars. They're not the No. 1 option. They just do things only coaches really appreciate. The stars get the headlines, but glue guys help you get in the winner's circle. I don't think you can win without having that kind of player.” ThinkingKindHelpingGuyWinningStarsPlayerAppreciateCoachesCirclesWinnerHeadlinesSuperstarGlueYou Can Win Author:Dick Vitale
“I remember an incident overseas about five years ago where a player punched a referee and knocked him cold. I don't think anything like that will ever happen in the NBA. Emotions run rampant. The games are so intense, and the stakes are so high. (But) At the end of the day, players and coaches really respect officials and really appreciate that they try to do a good job.” ThinkingTryingYearsEndsHappensRunningJobsRememberGamesEmotionFivePlayerColdYears AgoAppreciateCoachesIntenseOfficialsFive YearsThe End Of The DayNbaStakesGood JobIncidentsReferee Author:Jalen Rose