Dunlapisms: A Collection of Quotes by Coach Mike Dunlap.

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On charges

“You know what the best shot-block is? Taking a charge,” Dunlap said at Tuesday’s morning shootaround. “When you take a charge it stops the entire team and sends (possession) the other way.

“When you cover a gap (by setting up for a charge) that’s the epitome of unselfishness for the entire organization.”

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On Kemba's size

"You are big when you are small; in among the trees make 'em pay."

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On patriotism and no-calls

l"In America, that's a walk."
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On the rotation:

"How many guys play in 1st quarter? 10, because we're gonna be tired."

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On hiring assistants

As they say in the business books, "Hire slow, fire fast."

On out of shape players

It's inexcusable for a pro athlete at this level NOT to be EXTREMELY fit.

On becoming a head coach (and presumably cookies and sex)

Delay of gratification is not necessarily gratification denied.