I've missed over 9,000 shots in my career. I've lost almost 300 games. 26 times I've been trusted to take the game-winning shot and missed. I've failed over and over and over again in my life. And that is why I succeed.
Nike advertisement (1997), as quoted in Nike Culture (1998)
I can accept failure. Everyone fails at something. But I can't accept not trying.
I Can't Accept Not Trying: Michael Jordan on the Pursuit of Excellence (1994)
Talent wins games, but teamwork and intelligence wins championships.
I Can't Accept Not Trying: Michael Jordan on the Pursuit of Excellence (1994)
Limits, like fears, are often just an illusion.
Basketball Hall of Fame induction speech (September 11, 2009)
Enjoy every minute of life. Never second-guess life.
As quoted in How to Be Like Mike (2005) by Pat Williams
