Red Auerbach quotes

Red Auerbach was an American basketball coach and executive, best known for his legendary tenure with the Boston Celtics. His innovative strategies and fierce leadership brought the Celtics to eight consecutive NBA championships. He became one of the most influential and respected figures in the history of basketball. Here are 8 of his quotes:

Basketball is like war in that offensive weapons are developed first, and it always takes a while for the defense to catch up.

Red Auerbach

The only correct actions are those that demand no explanation and no apology.

Red Auerbach

He who believes in nobody knows that he himself is not to be trusted.

Red Auerbach

An acre of performance is worth a whole world of promise.

Red Auerbach

Just do what you do best.

Red Auerbach

The best way to forget ones self is to look at the world with attention and love.

Red Auerbach

To a father, when a child dies, the future dies; to a child when a parent dies, the past dies.

Red Auerbach