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A player is not going to get minutes just to get minutes. You have to impact winning, you have to put the team first.
Tom Thibodeau
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Interpretation

What this quote means

True contribution to a team is measured by its success, not just participation.

This quote emphasizes the importance of making a meaningful impact on a team's success rather than merely accumulating time spent in play. It encourages players to prioritize the team's goals and performance above individual achievements, highlighting the necessity of teamwork and effective contributions to win.

Themes

TeamworkLeadershipSuccessImpactWinning

In practice

Example use cases

A coach might use this quote to motivate players at the beginning of a season.

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