Jerry West Quotes (21 Quotes)


    Playing in Miami, where he will not have to be the player that has to carry the load all the time, will make it an easier job for him. If he's going to prosper, he will there. Jason is a very good player, a good guy. He's complex at times.

    We heard that he came under heavy attack and has a head injury - a serious head injury. He's got some broken bones and we're trying to find out if this was from shrapnel or bullets.

    Eddie Jones is an All-Star caliber player who has had a terrific NBA career. He is a great 3-point shooter who will make an immediate impact on our offense, while also serving as a solid defender in the backcourt. We look forward to Eddie finishing his NBA career in Memphis,

    I don't think they consider us a worthy opponent. From the comments I see, the owner's comments, it would be nice to watch him have a very glum face. No meanness intended there. He's very proud of his team, he's done a terrific job down there, but this team is not about him.

    Confidence is a lot of this game or any game. If you don't think you can, you won't.


    Rik Smits would be a good comparison. But Rik had that little hook shot from the right block. Right now, Yao looks more comfortable facing the basket.

    It's going to be a mixed bag here in Gold River, but I think on the balance people here have come to really like that whale.

    I don't know anything else but the Lakers. This has certainly been more than a job for me as a player. It has certainly meant more to me than just an occupation.

    I really like Jason personally. He's fun. Are there things I like about Jason as a basketball player No. And that's being candid.

    He's got the best care in the world and we are rooting for him.

    They've kept in touch over the years - they were camping up here a few summers ago and they all got together. I just thought they should know what was going on, that they would like to know what is going on.

    You can't get much done in life if you only work on the days when you feel good.

    I am thrilled to be able to stay on, and continue to build a winning franchise for Memphis, ... The support this city and our fans have shown the Grizzlies made my decision to stay in Memphis an easy one. Memphis deserves a championship team, and I am committed to that goal.

    Damon is an experienced veteran and proven leader on the court. We feel we have added a significant player to our team and know that he will help take us to a different level than where we are today.

    When it's time for me to walk away from something, I walk away from it. My mind, my body, my conscience tell me that enough is enough.

    It's discouraging for me to come out there and watch the lack of fan support for a good team.

    The support this city and our fans have shown the Grizzlies made my decision to stay in Memphis an easy one. Memphis deserves a championship team, and I am committed to that.

    To be candid with you, free agency hurts all sports. It's great for athletes making an enormous amount of money. But to say it helps the sports, I don't believe that.

    Bobby is not only a talented player and great competitor, but he is an individual of tremendous character. He will be a veteran leader and an explosive scorer.

    Effort and determination are two things that can change the course of any basketball series. You play this game, at this time of year, with heart. It's about trying to impose your will on the other team and not let them impose their will on you.

    Why not give (the extra money) to the other precincts for their roads, ... we could use the money.


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