Games have been called the lab for the development of moral attributes, but they will not, of themselves, accomplish this purpose. They must be prope…

- James Naismith

In case of dispute, the umpire shall throw it straight into the field.

- James Naismith

Basketball doesn't build character it reveals it.

- James Naismith

Be strong in body, clean in mind, lofty in ideals.

- James Naismith

I am sure that no man can derive more pleasure from money or power than I do from seeing a pair of basketball goals in some out of the way place.

- James Naismith

Basketball really had its origin in Indiana, which remains the center of the sport.

- James Naismith

The invention of basketball was not an accident. It was developed to meet a need.

- James Naismith

Basketball is a pure invention.

- James Naismith