Coach Tomlin used to always say, “don’t minimize your role, don’t blame others, don’t seek comfort, seek solutions.” I still live by those words today.
In honor of Bill Russell’s 88th birthday, here’s his conversation with Kobe Bryant, before the 2008 NBA All-Star Game.
“I couldn’t be more proud of you than if you were my own son.”
50 years ago today, the 1971-72 Lakers did the impossible and won their 33rd straight game. That number still stands as the longest win streak in NBA history 👏
"That's the dream. ... It's not the destination, it's the journey."
Four years ago, Kobe delivered this inspiring speech to his family after his jerseys were retired by the Lakers 💜💛
Such a thrilling day for the @ecbl_ca! Our newest franchise has arrived, welcome to the @SaintJohnUnion! This league is about communities in the #Maritimes, and the wonderful & hard working people of the region! Who’s next?! #BuildTogether@Truro_Tide
I want to take a moment to remind everyone that this would have been Terrence Clarke’s big night as well. Not a day goes by that I don’t think about him, his mom, Osmine, and their family. I can only imagine how wide that smile of his would have been hearing his name called.
Giannis Antetokounmpo said he invited Monty Williams into the Bucks' locker room
"I walked in with him in the locker room. So, I had the people stop the music and stop the champagne. And he was able to talk to the team and congratulate us."
(Via ESPN | h/t Bleacher Report)