Ball player Quote by Sam Cassell
![“Tim Thomas is about excuses. It's always somebody else's fault. He said I was jealous? He should thank me for helping him get that contract. He said I didn't show? They traded me, they traded Ray, they traded Big Dog [Robinson] and Tim Thomas still wasn't the man on that team. Michael Redd became…” quote by Sam Cassell](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/3c3/sam-cassell-77847_ball-player_tim-thomas-is-about-excuses-it-s-always_1232996.jpg)
“Tim Thomas is about excuses. It's always somebody else's fault. He said I was jealous? He should thank me for helping him get that contract. He said I didn't show? They traded me, they traded Ray, they traded Big Dog [Robinson] and Tim Thomas still wasn't the man on that team. Michael Redd became the man there. I think I'm doing quite well for myself here. Right now, he needs to focus on his game. Right now, he's not a good basketball player. And I like Tim Thomas. He just has too many damn excuses.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: NBA Player Interview, 2015
The speaker criticizes Tim Thomas for making excuses and blaming others, while also expressing personal confidence and rivalry.
In simple terms: He calls out blame‑shifting and asserts his own competence.
Key Takeaway
Hold yourself accountable.
Themes
accountability
competition
team dynamics
excuses
Mood
critical
assertive
Type
motivational
analytical
When to use this quote
- team meetings
- coach feedback
- player negotiations
- career development
Key Concepts
sports psychology
leadership
performance pressure
Questions to Reflect On
- How do excuses affect team morale?
- What steps can improve personal responsibility?
A Different Perspective
The rant may reflect personal bias and lack of context.
