If we can accept whatever hand we've been dealt - no matter how unwelcome - the way to proceed eventually becomes clear.

Like life, basketball is messy and unpredictable. It has its way with you, no matter how hard you try to control it. The trick is to experience each moment with a clear mind and open heart. When you do that, the game - and life - will take care of itself.

Basketball, unlike football with its prescribed routes, is an improvisational game, similar to jazz. If someone drops a note, someone else must step into the vacuum and drive the beat that sustains the team.

If you give the future all your attention, the present will pass you by.

Always keep an open mind and a compassionate heart.

I won't coach this team next year if he is still here. He won't listen to anyone. I've had it with this kid.

The best thing that I think happened to me was I got the opportunity to have really good players and we were able to meet the demand of the competition. And I think that's what I value most.