Quote by James Naismith

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.

I am sure that no man can derive more pleasure from money or

Summary

This quote suggests that the speaker finds immense joy in discovering basketball goals in unexpected or lesser-known locations. It implies that the speaker's happiness derived from this simple pleasure surpasses the satisfaction one typically associates with wealth or authority. It speaks to the speaker's appreciation for the modest, unassuming things in life that bring them genuine happiness, highlighting the power of personal interests and passions over materialistic pursuits.

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By James Naismith

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