When I was young, I had to learn the fundamentals of basketball. You can have all the physical ability in the world, but you still have to know the fundamentals.- Michael Jordan

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You have competition every day because you set such high standards for yourself that you have to go out every day and live up to that.- Michael Jordan

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The basketball court for me, during a game, is the most peaceful place I can imagine. On the basketball court, I worry about nothing. When I'm out there, no one can bother me.- Michael Jordan

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Sometimes, things may not go your way, but the effort should be there every single night.- Michael Jordan

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There is no such thing as a perfect basketball player, and I don't believe there is only one greatest player either.- Michael Jordan

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We all fly. Once you leave the ground, you fly. Some people fly longer than others.- Michael Jordan

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The game has its ups and downs, but you can never lose focus of your individual goals and you can't let yourself be beat because of lack of effort.- Michael Jordan

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Every time I feel tired while I am exercising and training, I close my eyes to see that picture, to see that list with my name. This usually motivates me to work again.- Michael Jordan

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Make it happen.- Michael Jordan

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Champions do not become champions when they win an event, but in the hours, weeks, and months, and years they spend preparing for it. The victorious performance itself is merely a demonstration of their championship character.- Michael Jordan

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