Welcome to our collection of insightful and inspirational Rex Chapman quotes. Rex Chapman is not only known for his remarkable achievements on the basketball court but also for his wisdom and wit off the court. As a former professional basketball player, Chapman’s journey through the NBA has granted him a unique perspective on life, success, and the pursuit of greatness. Throughout his career and beyond, Chapman has shared words of encouragement, motivation, and reflection that resonate with individuals from all walks of life.
In this compilation, you’ll find a curated selection of Rex Chapman’s most memorable quotes, ranging from his thoughts on perseverance and determination to his reflections on leadership and teamwork. Whether you’re seeking a dose of inspiration to fuel your own ambitions or simply appreciate Chapman’s perspective on various aspects of life, these quotes offer invaluable insights that are sure to leave a lasting impression. Feel free to explore, reflect, and share these words of wisdom as you embark on your own journey of personal and professional growth. Now, without further ado, let’s delve into the profound words of Rex Chapman.
I’m not a journalist, never pretend to be. Rex Chapman
My home state of Kentucky has been especially hard hit. In 2015, more than 1,300 Kentuckians died after drug overdoses, many with opioids in their system. That’s about four per day. Rex Chapman
So I’m not naturally happy all the time, all upbeat. People that know me will tell you that. Rex Chapman
I was getting so down on social media because of the political climate and everything on Twitter was so toxic that I wanted off of it. Rex Chapman
I swim to stay healthy and try to stay as busy as I can. Rex Chapman
I am one of the lucky ones: I had the financial resources and support of family and friends that enabled to me to enter rehab three times. My last stint was in the fall of 2014, and I have now been clean for three years. Rex Chapman
A social media influencer. I’m not even sure what that means. Rex Chapman
I try not to cancel people. But at some point, we got to stand up and say, hey, right is right, wrong is wrong. Rex Chapman
I played basketball at Kentucky in 1986-87 and ’87-88 and enjoyed a 12-year NBA career. After multiple injuries and seven surgeries, I developed an addiction to prescription painkillers. Rex Chapman
I realized I’d built up walls and carried grudges for years. I had a lot of animosity, dating back to when I was growing up, toward people who told me that what I was doing datingwise was wrong. Rex Chapman
When I was playing basketball, players weren’t thinking about themselves as being a brand. Rex Chapman
I’m not going to just refrain from giving information I hear just because it might upset some people. Rex Chapman
I never had to grow up. Everybody did everything for me. I was the first generation in my family to have money, and I had no idea what to do. Rex Chapman
I used to enjoy back-picking big guys all the time. Rex Chapman
There are many that I will not post. I’m not trying to show a blatant death. I’m trying to show something funny that, every now and then, pushes the envelope a little bit. Rex Chapman
I’m an addict. I’ve been one my whole life. Most of it was channeled in the right direction, whether it was playing basketball or working out. From the time I was little, my mom said I always needed to be entertained. Rex Chapman
I love the University of Kentucky. I bleed blue. Rex Chapman
I have really good legs for jumping. I have terrible ankles for landing. I wasn’t as good fundamentally as John Stockton or Steve Nash, so I had to play like an athlete, in the air all the time, coming down in vulnerable positions. Rex Chapman
I just think that everybody likes good things. Everybody likes dogs, everybody likes to feel good and believe the best in people. Rex Chapman
And I hate to bring this up because I’m a 47-year-old man, but I think I was always wanting my dad’s approval. We knew he loved us, but he was a different generation. Rex Chapman
Anything that can keep me distracted and from my own brain, it’s good. Rex Chapman
I never slept very well when I was playing. Looking back, I was always suffering with depression and mental illness-type stuff I didn’t understand. Rex Chapman
I treat Twitter like I’m talking to my friends. Rex Chapman
Well, I tapped into maybe arguably the worst rule in basketball. I wish they would just take it out or amend it greatly. It’s a terrible rule, block or charge. I shouldn’t be able to stand there and it’s a foul. Come on! Rex Chapman
I had a good career, but I still feel like I should have done more. It wasn’t through a lack of trying. I just couldn’t stay healthy. Rex Chapman
Individual performance doesn’t mean anything to me. Rex Chapman
I assume people know how to hit the unfollow. Rex Chapman
I’ve been recognized for much of my life but I learned that when I was fatter I am less recognizable so I got fat but then it almost killed me. Rex Chapman
