End Quote by Blake Griffin

After a basketball game, you're gonna be physically tired, but more mentally. Playoff time comes around, you have it all in your head.

— Larry Johnson

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— Jamal Crawford

Just basketball motivates me.

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— John Havlicek

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— Pat Riley

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— Eli Manning

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These NBA seasons are such a grind; it really takes a toll on your body.

— Kemba Walker

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— Derrick Rose

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