Aspect Quote by Bill Walton
“Patrick Ewing used to be much better in every aspect of the game.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Commentary on basketball legends, 1995
The statement asserts that Patrick Ewing's overall skill level was higher across all facets of basketball compared to his peers.
In simple terms: Ewing was superior in every basketball skill.
Key Takeaway
Consider the importance of all‑around ability.
Themes
basketball
skill assessment
legacy
comparison
Mood
conversational
analytical
Type
evaluative
reflective
When to use this quote
- player scouting
- team building
- historical analysis
- fan debates
Key Concepts
versatility
defensive prowess
offensive efficiency
Questions to Reflect On
- Which specific skills define a great player?
- How do era differences influence skill comparison?
A Different Perspective
Subjective bias may affect evaluation of "every aspect."
![“New York is a different breed than any other city there is. Media can be very hard on you at times, but [Patrick Ewing] did handle it like a man. He was able to prosper in that whole atmosphere.” quote by John Starks](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/983/john-starks-17467_able_new-york-is-a-different-breed-than-any-o_958697.jpg)
![“He was a great individual. People that don't know Patrick [Ewing] and only see what they read in the paper don't know this is a man of great integrity, love for his teammates, and love for this organization.” quote by John Starks](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/473/john-starks-17467_and-love_he-was-a-great-individual-people-that-do_659650.jpg)
![“You look at the assistant coaches under [Pat Riley] that played and they have become prosperous within this game. It triples all the way down from the assistant players to the coaches. Patrick Ewing went into coaching as well as myself.” quote by John Starks](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/772/john-starks-17467_assistant-coaches_you-look-at-the-assistant-coaches-under_574021.jpg)
