Arm Quote by Bob Beamon

This is the Mecca of basketball, New York City. You can't hope to play well at a better place than this.

— Chris Paul

Basketball is like society - you're going to have good and bad.

— Dwane Casey

The fans of New York are very knowledgeable about the game of basketball. They love their sports here.

— Paul Pierce

Basketball is basketball. I don't think people realize that. No matter what city, overseas, D-league, park league - I just want to play.

— Gilbert Arenas

I want to be in such a basketball city like New York.

— Kristaps Porzingis

That's what the great teams do. That's where, if you're a good shooter, become a great one. If you're a good ballhandler, become a…

— Brad Stevens

I grew up playing basketball on the streets of New York City, and it was very, very rough, and I started playing in the…

— Metta World Peace

As a basketball player, you dream of being able to play in front of your hometown. And if you're lucky, other guys from your…

— Jabari Parker

Certain guys, Los Angeles can turn you into something different. But me, I just want to play basketball.

— Larry Nance, Jr

Basketball isn't just about the bright lights, packed arenas and highlight reels. Basketball is a way of life. Basketball is a relationship between you…

— Michael Jordan

Once you become a good person, then you have a chance of becoming a good basketball player.

— John Wooden

Basketball isn't just about packed arenas, and highlight reels. Basketball is a way of life. BASKETBALL is a relationship between you and the ball,…

— Michael Jordan