Top 10 Phil Jackson Quotes

1. Wisdom is always an overmatch for strength. 
2. Like life, basketball is messy and unpredictable. It has its way with you, no matter how hard you try to control it. The trick is to experience each moment with a clear mind and open heart. When you do that, the game--and life--will take care of itself.  
3. Winning is important to me, but what brings me real joy is the experience of being fully engaged in whatever I'm doing. 
4. In basketball - as in life - true joy comes from being fully present in each and every moment, not just when things are going your way. Of course, it's no accident that things are more likely to go your way when you stop worrying about whether you're going to win or lose and focus your full attention on what's happening right this moment.  
5. Approach the game with no preset agendas and you'll probably come away surprised at your overall efforts. 
6. Love is the force that ignites the spirit and binds teams together.  
7. The ideal way to win a championship is step by step. 
8. Once you've done the mental work, there comes a point you have to throw yourself into the action and put your heart on the line. That means not only being brave, but being compassionate towards yourself, your teammates and your opponents.  
9. I gave it my body and mind, but I have kept my soul. 
10. Always keep an open mind and a compassionate heart.