Coach George Karl Quotes & Sayings

Just because we play in the NBA or coach in the NBA doesn't mean we are not human. We are supermen. For me, getting shot is scary. — George Karl

We had a great preseason. The guys responded with what coach (George Karl) wanted early on in pace of the game, togetherness and defensive intensity. We've improved in those areas with a couple of setbacks, but we've improved each game. — Scott Brooks

I truthfully think, a consistent coach over 30 years, probably, I'd rather be that than having one championship and mediocrity for years. — George Karl

Who is the ally of the coach? Who's going to write, 'Man, that was a well-coached game.' Players win, coaches lose. — George Karl

There should not be an entitlement that because you get paid the most money, that you should finish every game. But if you don't do it, then the agents are going to call, and the players are going to mope, and so you negotiate that. It's a compromise as a coach. — George Karl