The essence of competitiveness is liberated when we make people believe that what they think and do is important -and then get out their way while they do it. 624
It’s absolutely wrong that I don’t want guys to challenge me. And the people who say that aren’t in the room. -Michael Jordan 974
The game of basketball has been everything to me. My place of refuge, place I’ve always gone where I needed comfort and peace. It’s been the site of intense pain and the most intense feeling of joy and satisfaction. It’s a relationship that has evolved over time, given me the greatest respect and lover for the game. -Michael Jordan 848
I play to win, whether during practice or a real game. And I will not let anything get in the way of me and my competitive enthusiasm to win. -Michael Jordan 861