Although he is demanding, Milbury commands the respect of his players.

"He had the respect of all his players and produced nothing but winners."

"The most important thing of any coach is you have the respect of your players," Messier said.

He has the respect of his players, and he's not trying to out-neon anybody.

Since becoming head coach, Bird has earned the respect of his players for more than his ability on the court.

Earning respect of his new players was never an issue for Spivery.

In two different stops, he hadn't had the full respect of his players.

But over time, Piniella has usually won the respect of his players.

"I can't afford to lose the respect of my players."

Mangurian said these were simple misunderstandings and that he has the respect of his players.