“ I tried to teach them [his sons] that about the importance of self-discipline, and that the culture of yes is built on a foundation of no. Bill Walton
“ But you have to understand, my beard is so nasty. I mean, it's the only beard in the history of Western civilization that makes Bob Dylan's beard look good. Bill Walton
“ His ability to evoke Celtic pride was incredible. He would always talk about how all the old players called him up after an embarrasing performance and wanted to disassociate themselves from the Celti… Bill Walton
“ The Grateful Dead, they're my best friends. Their message of hope, peace, love, teamwork, creativity, imagination, celebration, the dance, the vision, the purpose, the passion all of the things I beli… Bill Walton
“ I lived to play basketball. Growing up as a kid, Bill Russell and the Boston Celtics were my favorite team. The way they played, the teamwork, the sacrifice, the commitment, the joy, the camaraderie,… Bill Walton
“ I have nothing but respect for the Lakers. So many of their legends shaped who I am as a person and player. Bill Walton
“ I grew up in an non-athletic family, where my parents were interested in music, in literature, in education and art. Bill Walton
