I've been around a while. I kinda know these things.
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Some guys can lead and some guys can't. I have a lot of trust in Jermaine and I know he wants to be a good leader. But to just throw him in there and say, 'OK, you're our leader,' that's tough, especially when you're injured a lot. You lead by example and not with words, and when you're not out there every day in practice and games, it's hard to lead.Larry Bird
As far as playing, I didn't care who guarded me - red, yellow, black. I just didn't want a white guy guarding me, because it's disrespect to my game.
Larry Bird
The one thing that always bothered me when I played in the NBA was I really got irritated when they put a white guy on me.
Larry Bird
I always know what's happening on the court. I see a situation occur, and I respond.
Larry Bird
I don't know if this is the right wording, but I felt betrayed. We're disappointed. Things happen, maybe it's a good thing. He's a very talented player. I always liked working with him and how he went about things on the basketball court. He's a top-12 player in the league, but we're in a situation where we have to move on.
Larry Bird
Push yourself again and again. Don't give an inch until the final buzzer sounds.
Larry Bird
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