Find Quote by Dion Waiters

I came into this league when I was 20, and I didn't know if I was going to make it.

— Dirk Nowitzki

When I first got into the league I was the same way. Hard-headed a little bit, but trying to get better every day.

— Dennis Schroder

I know for sure I came a long way since the day I signed and growing up as a kid just trying to learn…

— Xander Bogaerts

Whether you've got one year in the big leagues or you've got 15, I feel like you're always learning something, trying to make adjustments.

— Max Fried

It's tough when you're a young player and sometimes things are not going your way.

— Kemba Walker

I feel very blessed and lucky to have the opportunity to get out there and play. That's all you can ask for as a…

— Matt Cassel

In order to make it in this league, period, you have to be able to tune out some things and believe in yourself and…

— Joe Flacco

That mindset never changes. It should never change. If you've been in the league for 14 years or been in the league not even…

— Aaron Judge

I always thought the league was going to be a league that will help you grow.

— Nelson Agholor

It really helps you grow as an individual and a ball player to realize that nothing comes easy in this league, and you have…

— Tim Hardaway Jr

It wasn't just about getting to the league. A lot of people can have their foot in the door and have an opportunity. I…

— Josh Hart

When I made it to the pros I wanted to be a guy who could stay in the league, be OK, do whatever I…

— Gary Payton