The tough player is the one who is difficult to play against and easy to play with

- Jay Bilas

Entitlement never wins Championships, Investment wins Championships.

- Jay Bilas

The greatest compliment to any player is he is a great teammate. We can't all be great players, but we can all be great teammates

- Jay Bilas

The players I respected most were the toughest players, not those who talked a good game or blocked a shot and acted like a fool.

- Jay Bilas

Toughness has nothing to do with size, physical strength or athleticism. Toughness is A SKILL that can be developed & improved.

- Jay Bilas

Hard work is not punishment. Hard work is the price of admission for the opportunity to reach sustained excellence

- Jay Bilas

Toughness is a skill. I don't think we're all born tough. You learn about toughness through your experience.

- Jay Bilas