Despite their tremendous talent, (NBA players) are still, by and large, young adults, seeking validation from an authority figure, and there is no greater authority figure on a team than the coach. Needless to say, in today's warped, self-indulgent climate, too many players couldn't care less about appeasing the coach.

No one plays this or any game perfectly. It's the guy who recovers from his mistakes who wins.

I think the most important thing about coaching is that you have to have a sense of confidence about what you're doing.

You can't force your will on people. If you want them to act differently, you need to inspire them to change themselves

I'm not railing, 'This is inadequate' or 'This isn't right.' Just show me what will work.

Before a vision (dream) can become a reality, it must be owned by every member of the group.

I'm not going to coach again. I've done my coaching, and I think I can put that aside.