Skip to content

Football Quote by Daryl Morey

“As only one team out of 30 gets to win, you cannot play it safe.” quote by Daryl Morey
Download Open image
“As only one team out of 30 gets to win, you cannot play it safe.”

Daryl Morey

About This Quote

Source Interview: NBA General Manager Interview, 2015

When only one team can win, playing it safe limits chances of success.

In simple terms: Risk is necessary when competition is fierce.

Key Takeaway

Embrace calculated risk.

Themes

competition risk strategy

Mood

determined optimistic

Type

motivational strategic

When to use this quote

  • sports tournaments
  • business ventures
  • career moves

Key Concepts

game theory decision making

Questions to Reflect On

  • What risks are you avoiding?
  • How can you mitigate potential downsides?
A Different Perspective

Risk can lead to failure if not managed.

3.5 out of 5 (8 ratings)

More by Daryl Morey

Explore all 69 Daryl Morey quotes

More Football quotes

Browse all 59,646 Football quotes