You never make any of the shots you never take. 87% of the ones you do take, you'll miss too. I make 110% of my shots.
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It's been a journey, the NBA. It's taken me a lot farther than I ever expected.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote reflects the unexpected and rewarding journey of achieving success in the NBA.
Larry Bird's quote emphasizes the importance of the journey taken to reach one's goals, highlighting that the experiences, challenges, and milestones along the way can lead to achievements beyond what one initially anticipated. This perspective encourages individuals to appreciate the process and the growth that comes with pursuing their passions.
Themes
JourneySuccessNbaUnexpectedGrowth
In practice
Example use cases
During a motivational talk about perseverance in sports.
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You can make all the excuses you want, but if you're not mentally tough and you're not prepared to play every night, you're not going to win.
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Practice habits were crucial to my development in basketball. I didn't play against the toughest competition in high school, but one reason I was able to do well in college was that I mastered the fundamentals. You've got to have them down before you can even think about playing.
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Leadership is diving for a loose ball, getting the crowd involved, getting other players involved. It's being able to take it as well as dish it out. That's the only way you're going to get respect from the players.
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I learned what my weaknesses were and I went out the next day to turn those weaknesses intro strengths.
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