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Larry Bird
20 quotes
“I have really enjoyed coaching. It's a great experience. Every player should have the chance to do it. The problem is, I'm not that good at it.”
Larry Bird (born 1956) first seen 2000 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Peter Vecsey (May 26, 2000) "Looks Like Larry's Indy Mood to Stay", New York Post.
“Well, I don't worry about ratings. I'm trying to win a ballgame right now. Whatever it takes to win a ballgame, we're going to do it. If it takes a four-hour game, that's what we have to do.”
Larry Bird (born 1956) first seen 2000 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Marty McNeal (June 11, 2000) "Bryant: A Game-Day Decision - Magic Had to Convince Him to Stay Out After Friday's Injury", The Sacramento Bee, p. C13.
“I'm a firm believer in that you play the way you practice.”
Larry Bird (born 1956) first seen 2000 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Michael Marot (May 24, 2000) "Pacers Notebook/Pacers Make Turnaround", The Journal Gazette, p. 2B.
“I've always been interested in jobs in the NBA. But I've been in this for 20 years and it might be time to do something else.”
Larry Bird (born 1956) first seen 2000 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Sam Smith (February 14, 2000) "Bird's Flight Path May End at Boston", Chicago Tribune, p. 12.
“I hate to lose more than I like to win.”
Larry Bird (born 1956) first seen 1998 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Douglas S. Looney (May 22, 1998) "Larry Bird : Doer and Teacher", Christian Science Monitor, p. 8.
“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.”
Larry Bird (born 1956) first seen 1998 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Sam Smith (February 17, 1998) "Making a Run From the Border", Chicago Tribune, p. 5.
“There is nothing better than being out there when the game is on the line; only now, I get to see what my players will do. How will they react? Retirement is fine for some people, but I got bored. I'm used to more of a fast-paced life.”
Larry Bird (born 1956) first seen 1998 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Ailene Voisin (February 3, 1998) "Bird on the Bench - Larry the Legend Comes Home, Wins Accolades as Coach", The Sacramento Bee, p. D1.
“I was always making decisions and they were easier decisions because I had control of the game, I had control of the ball. As a coach you sort of put the ball in other player's hands and let them make decisions for you. But I still get a kick out of winning basketball games and that's what I'm in this for.”
Larry Bird (born 1956) first seen 1998 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Ross Atkin (January 29, 1998) "Yes, Great Players Can Make Good Coaches - Larry Bird enjoys immediate success with the Indiana Pacers", Christian Science Monitor, p. 14.
“I know the rigors of the NBA and what these guys can expect. I know my job is to prepare them, to get them in shape. We'll find a good offense and a good defense. And then let's do it.”
Larry Bird (born 1956) first seen 1997 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Bob Ryan (October 31, 1997) "Bird Setting Feverish Pace With Indiana", Boston Globe, p. E1.
“I wanted to compete at the highest level again - and that's the NBA.”
Larry Bird (born 1956) first seen 1997 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Dan Weber (October 30, 1997) "Life Is Still Good For Coach Larry", Post-Tribune, p. C1.
“When thou was a player, I didn't expect my teammates to play the way I did. I did expect them to work hard hard every day and get better. And I never learned anything by losing.”
Larry Bird (born 1956) first seen 1997 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Don Wade (October 18, 1997) "A Bird on the Bench is Worth 12,252 In Roberts Stadium Seats", The Evansville Courier, p. C1.
“It's unbelievable. But I've never been to a pro football game. I've never been to a pro hockey game, either. I guess I'm not much of a sports fan.”
Larry Bird (born 1956) first seen 1997 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Dan Shaughnessy (September 7, 1997) "There'll Be No Bird Watching", Boston Globe, p. D1.
“I don't miss it at all. I'm glad I'm out.”
Larry Bird (born 1956) first seen 1993 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Larry Guest (December 12, 1993) "In Background, A Legend Trying to Restock Celtics", The Orlando Sentinel, p. C1.
“Basketball has been my life and I worked at it so hard because I enjoyed it so much.”
Larry Bird (born 1956) first seen 1991 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Sam Smith (December 25, 1991) "Bird Still Celtics' Main Man - At Age 35, He's Enjoying Basketball More Than Ever", Chicago Tribune, p. 1.
“Larry Bird is what keeps me going. He's my measuring stick. I don't think I would be as interested in the game if I weren't trying to play better than him.”
Larry Bird (born 1956) first seen 1988 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Magic Johnson — reported in Alan Goldstein (February 7, 1988) "Five at the Top of Their Game; Bird, Johnson aren't alone anymore as best players in the NBA", Baltimore Sun, p. 19.
“Larry is different than people think. He really loves the game and is really smart. He has the innate ability to focus on what's important and has a great feel for players. He knows how to deal with people. He's direct and definite. I think the players appreciate that.”
Larry Bird (born 1956) first seen 2004 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Donnie Walsh — reported in Sam Smith (February 8, 2004) "Bird sets fast pace - Hall of Fame player and former coach Larry Bird finds 'every day's exciting' in his first go-around as general manager of the Indiana Pacers…
“The guy has been there. What he tells us is not just what he believes deep down, but what he knows, because he has been through it.”
Larry Bird (born 1956) first seen 1999 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Chris Mullin — reported in John Brennan (May 30, 1999) "Pacers: Timing Is On Our Side", The Record, p. S1.
“Who in their right mind wouldn't listen to what Larry Bird tells them? He knows what it takes to be a successful player, and he's letting us do the things to have the success.”
Larry Bird (born 1956) first seen 1998 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Reggie Miller — reported in Associated Press (May 12, 1998) "Report Says Bird Is Coach of the Year", The Orlando Sentinel, p. C4.
“It's not what he says, it is how he says it that is making the difference. He doesn't scream at you, he doesn't embarrass you when you make a mistake. He just looks at you, and you get the message. Then when the time is right, he'll talk to you calmly and explain what he wants.”
Larry Bird (born 1956) first seen 1998 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Travis Best — reported in The Hawk Eye staff (January 16, 1998) "Bird achieves", The Hawk Eye.
“Guys like Larry Bird -- he played so hard, he wants everybody else to play hard. That's not unreasonable. Any coach would want that and demand that.”
Larry Bird (born 1956) first seen 1997 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Magic Johnson — reported in David Steele (May 9, 1997) "Magic Says Bird Will Succeed", San Francisco Chronicle, p. B8.