Pete Maravich quotes

Pete Maravich was an American basketball player celebrated for his dazzling skills and creative playmaking. Widely known as "Pistol Pete," he brought showmanship and flair to the game during his NCAA and NBA careers. He remains one of basketball's most iconic and influential figures. Here are 7 of his quotes:

They don't pay you a million dollars for two-hand chest passes.

Pete Maravich

There is nothing wrong with dedication and goals, but if you focus on yourself, all the lights fade away and you become a fleeting moment in life.

Pete Maravich

I don't want to play 10 years and then die of a heart attack when I'm 40.

Pete Maravich

I accomplished what I set out to do, but I lost my discipline and my career.

Pete Maravich

My life had no meaning at all. I found only brief interludes of satisfaction. It was like my whole life had been about my whole basketball career.

Pete Maravich

It's hard when your father's the coach. Sometimes you don't know where one leaves off and the other begins.

Pete Maravich