Discover the wisdom and inspiration behind the legendary basketball player Michael Jordan with our collection of his most memorable quotes. From his thoughts on success, failure, hard work, and determination, these quotes showcase the mindset and drive that made Jordan one of the greatest athletes of all time. Whether you’re a fan of the game or just looking for a boost of motivation, these quotes are sure to inspire and empower you to reach your full potential.
“I can accept failure, everyone fails at something. But I can’t accept not trying.” – Michael Jordan
“Obstacles don’t have to stop you. If you run into a wall, don’t turn around and give up. Figure out how to climb it, go through it, or work around it.” – Michael Jordan
“I’ve missed more than 9000 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.” – Michael Jordan
“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
“My attitude is that if you push me towards something that you think is a weakness, then I will turn that perceived weakness into a strength.” – Michael Jordan
“I play to win, whether during practice or a real game.” – Michael Jordan
“I believe great things come from hard work and perseverance. No excuses.” – Michael Jordan
“I’m not out there sweating for three hours every day just to find out what it feels like to sweat.” – Michael Jordan
“I’m not a role model… Just because I dunk a basketball doesn’t mean I should raise your kids.” – Michael Jordan
“Success is no accident. It is hard work, perseverance, learning, studying, sacrifice and most of all, love of what you are doing.” – Michael Jordan
“If you’re trying to achieve, there will be roadblocks. I’ve had them; everybody has had them. But obstacles don’t have to stop you. If you run into a wall, don’t turn around and give up. Figure out how to climb it, go through it, or work around it.” – Michael Jordan
“I’ve always believed that if you put in the work, the results will come.” – Michael Jordan
“I can’t accept not trying.” – Michael Jordan
“My heroes are and were my parents. I can’t see having anyone else as my heroes.” – Michael Jordan
“I’ve always believed that if you put in the work, the results will come. I don’t do things half-heartedly. Because I know if I do, then I can expect half-hearted results.” – Michael Jordan
“The key to success is failure.” – Michael Jordan
“I never looked at the consequences of missing a big shot… when you think about the consequences you always think of a negative result.” – Michael Jordan
“I’ve always said that I want to be remembered as a winner in everything I do.” – Michael Jordan
“I’m competitive, and I love to create challenges for myself. That’s what makes life fun.” – Michael Jordan
“You miss 100% of the shots you don’t take.” – Michael Jordan
“My body could stand the crutches but my mind couldn’t stand the sideline.” – Michael Jordan
“My mental toughness is strong. I have a strong will to win.” – Michael Jordan
“I never looked at the competition as something outside of me. I always considered it a part of me.” – Michael Jordan
“I play every game as if it’s my last.” – Michael Jordan
“I never feared failure.” – Michael Jordan
“I’m a competitive person and I love the challenge of trying to get better.” – Michael Jordan
“I’m not afraid of failing. I don’t like to fail. I hate to fail. But failure is a part of the learning process.” – Michael Jordan
“I never stop trying. I never felt like I had to leave the game on someone else’s terms.” – Michael Jordan
“I want to be the best ever. That’s my attitude.” – Michael Jordan
“I’ve always felt that I have the ability to play the game at a high level.” – Michael Jordan
“I’m not intimidated by anything.” – Michael Jordan
“I learned the game from the ground up.” – Michael Jordan
“I’m a hooper. I play ball. That’s what I do.” – Michael Jordan
“I believe in myself and I believe in my abilities.” – Michael Jordan
“I have confidence in my ability to play this game at a high level.” – Michael Jordan
“I know what I’m capable of.” – Michael Jordan
“I want to be remembered as a winner.” – Michael Jordan
“I know what I’m capable of, and I just try to go out and prove it.” – Michael Jordan
“I’m always looking to improve and get better, that’s the biggest challenge for me.” – Michael Jordan
“I’m not afraid of challenges, I’m just afraid of not trying.” – Michael Jordan
“I’m a competitor, I love to compete.” – Michael Jordan
“I’m always working to get better.” – Michael Jordan
“I’m not out there to prove anything to anyone, I just want to be the best that I can be.” – Michael Jordan
“I’m always looking to push the limits and take my game to the next level.” – Michael Jordan
“I want to be remembered as someone who was dedicated to the game.” – Michael Jordan
“I never backed down from a challenge.” – Michael Jordan
“I’m always looking to improve, that’s what drives me.” – Michael Jordan
“I’m always pushing myself to be better.” – Michael Jordan
“I want to leave a legacy, that’s what drives me.” – Michael Jordan