They were calling to check in on the coach, ... You have to remember his last year of coaching was 30 years ago, and his first year at UCLA was 1948. These were players from 30, 40, 50 years ago calling to check in. That goes way beyond X's and O's. He engaged their hearts. That's what's going on now. John Wooden has become America 's coach.
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We can't win at home. We can't win on the road. As general manager, I just can't figure out where else to play.Pat Williams
He told me he was getting married, ... So I said, 'I want to come.' So he gave me an invitation. So my wife and I drove up there and, let me tell you what, it's all country there. That whole town shuts down at 8 o'clock.
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Hes a refreshing kid, ... He loves to play. Hes got great enthusiasm for the game Lets hope he can stay strong.
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This is my 37th year, and I've never seen more demands and expectations on coaches, ... Man, it's like we need a miracle every night. Every team has to go 82-0 or we're not happy.
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It was Jackie Robinson that inspired Dr. King to the very core of his being and encouraged him and allowed him to live out the full potential of his life. In 1947, we were living in a very different world than we are today.
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Coaching in the NBA is not easy. It's like a nervous breakdown with a paycheck.
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