“I don't know concretely if it's due to superstition, but any time a new rule is implemented into the NBA or a new piece of equipment or a new technology, there is always a transition and adjustment period by players and coaches and anyone involved with the game.” IfsKnowsGamesTechnologyPiecesPlayerInvolvedPeriodsDuesCoachesNbaTransitionSuperstitionsEquipmentAdjustmentNew Technology Author:Stu Jackson
“I tend to have a hard time working on pieces long before they're due. That's why I think the fact that I write a column is really good for me - the column has to be done, and there's no getting around it.” ThinkingWritingLongHardDoneFactsPiecesDuesHard TimesColumns Author:James Surowiecki
“When someone tells you a piece of their life, they're giving you a gift, not granting you your due.” GivingPiecesDues Book:The Wise Man's Fear Source: The Wise Man's Fear
“I'm particularly keen on promoting this [Nikolai] Medtner piece, Night Wind, because I feel it is a fantastic work that hasn't been given its due yet. Admittedly, it's difficult for both the performer and the listener. The work is quite dense, comparatively long, as these things go, and demands rather active listening. But it's gripping, and I believe it should be heard much more than it has been.” FeelsShouldBelieveLongHas BeensNightGivenI BelieveDifficultPiecesHeardWindListeningDemandActiveDuesFantasticPerformersListenersPromotingDenseGripping Author:Marc-Andre Hamelin