I was able to see what I wanted to do, I could see the opportunity, even when others could not, and I stay committed to doing it and doing it well, no matter what.
MAGIC JOHNSONAnd we knew that all of the other leagues were at home and millions of people were watching. So it made it a special day to play on Christmas.
More Magic Johnson Quotes
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The real story is that I had unprotected sex. That’s that. That’s easy.
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HIV changed my life, but it doesn’t keep me from living.
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I motivate others by making sure that they understand to go after their dreams and dont let anyone tell you you cant. If you are motivated enough and put the work in that you can achieve anything in life that you set your mind to.
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Everybody on a championship team doesn’t get publicity, but everyone can say he’s a champion.
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Jealousy is invariably a symptom. Just like right now with the whole mortgage crisis, I want to help people get back into their homes.
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I’m from there. You know, when you grow up with these people and see them every day and then you look at the numbers… it was easy; it was a no-brainer. And when Sony took a look, it was a no-brainer to them, too.
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I think you just have to keep knocking down doors, you have to keep being aggressive, and even if somebody says ‘No’, then you have to knock on the next door.
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Talent is never enough. With few exceptions the best players are the hardest workers.
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Because if you’re going to lose, lose. I’m serious.
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Any guy who can maintain a positive attitude without much playing time certainly earns my respect.
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I really want people to know that I’ve worked hard, very hard, to get to where I am today.. this didn’t just happen overnight.
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Magic is crazy. He is that crazy wild guy on the basketball court that is very intense and very serious. He is the guy who lives and eats and breathes basketball.
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You either have to be great or you have to be bad to get a good pick.
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I am a vegetable man anyway. And I also get a lot of rest. That’s the key I may be up early, but I’m in bed early too.
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When you are a successful business person, you are only as good as your team. No one can do every deal alone.
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