James Naismith Quotes

Basketball really had its origin in Indiana, which remains the center of the sport.

I am sure that no man can derive more pleasure from money or power than I do from seeing a pair of basketball goals in some out of the way place.

Basketball is a pure invention,

The invention of basketball was not an accident. It was developed to meet a need. Those boys simply would not play 'Drop the Handkerchief.'

In case of dispute, the umpire shall throw it straight into the field.