Jerry West quotes

Jerry West was an American businessman and former professional basketball player, widely regarded as one of the greatest figures in basketball history. His leadership and vision influenced the success of several NBA teams, both on and off the court. He remains an iconic figure whose impact on the sport extends well beyond his playing days. Here are 9 of his quotes:

Confidence is a lot of this game or any game. If you don't think you can, you won't.

Jerry West

To be candid with you, free agency hurts all sports. It's great for athletes making an enormous amount of money. But to say it helps the sports, I don't believe that.

Jerry West

When it's time for me to walk away from something, I walk away from it. My mind, my body, my conscience tell me that enough is enough.

Jerry West

I'm just ultracompetitive. I will be till they put me in the grave.

Jerry West

I've seen a lot in my life. I've seen a lot of winning. I've seen a lot of testing times. I think when you're tested, you really find out what you're made of, OK?

Jerry West

It's discouraging for me to come out there and watch the lack of fan support for a good team.

Jerry West

I enjoy winning, but more importantly, I enjoy the people I'm around.

Jerry West

Coaches who have been players in the league, they get so attuned to playing how they were successful, and who their coaches were.

Jerry West