Michael Jordan quotes - page 5

I do not have a problem, I enjoy gambling, but I think people are trying to make it seem like I have a problem, because people really don't know. (Michael Jordan)
It's hard to say if the NBA is hurt by the influx of younger players, but it's definitely impacted the league. View quote
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But my drive to win is so great ... I just step over that line. ... It's very embarrassing, ... one of the things you totally regret. So you look at yourself in the mirror and say, 'I was stupid.' View quote
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Success isn't something you chase. It's something you have to put forth the effort for constantly. Then maybe it'll come when you least expect it. Most people don't understand that. View quote
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How many times have your parents told you not to do things, and the next thing you know, you go do it? And you realized you shouldn't have done it. View quote
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There's only one Michael Jordan. View quote
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I can't speak for the future. I have no crystal ball. View quote
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Winning isn't always championships. View quote
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I think the players win the championship, and the organization has something to do with it, don't get me wrong. But don't try to put the organization above the players. View quote
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Do I need my number retired throughout the course of the league to acknowledge what I've done? No. View quote
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When I step onto the court, I don't have to think about anything. If I have a problem off the court, I find that after I play, my mind is clearer and I can come up with a better solution. It's like therapy. It relaxes me and allows me to solve problems. (Michael Jordan)
I can accept failure. Everyone fails at something. But I can't accept not trying [no hard work]. Talent wins games, but teamwork and intelligence wins championships. (p. 20, 24) View quote
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