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I learned what my weaknesses were and I went out the next day to turn those weaknesses intro strengths.

Larry Bird

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Larry Bird
Age: 68
Born: 1956
Born: December 7
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I always know what's happening on the court. I see a situation occur, and I respond.
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I knew I was as good as anybody. That's not really bragging it's just that I'd put the time in.
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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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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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It's been a journey, the NBA. It's taken me a lot farther than I ever expected.
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Strength is not nearly as important as desire. I don't think you can teach anyone desire. I think it's a gift. I don't know why I have it, but I do.
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When I go to the line I'm thinking 'All net.' When I don't think that, I'm likely to miss.
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The nature of competition is such that any number of people invariably have their eyes on the same prize you do. Recognize your assets and employ them to the best of your ability.
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Eminem. My son was listening to that and I was like, “What is that junk?” Then I started listening and I thought, You know, that kid is pretty good. It's the storytelling.
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Don't let winning make you soft. Don't let losing make you quit. Don't let your teammates down in any situation.
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You're all playin' for second place.
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I don't know if I practiced more than anybody, but I sure practiced enough. I still wonder if somebody - somewhere - was practicing more than me.
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