How we cite our quotes: All quotations are from Rocky.
Quote #7
ROCKY: I guess I'll have to do the best I can.
Doing the best he can will pay off to the tune of $150,000. Rocky's ambition is finally paying dividends.
Quote #8
ADRIAN: Beethoven was deaf. Helen Keller was blind. I think Rocky's got a good chance.
This line shows us how smart she is (Beethoven reference in a boxing movie), and is Adrian's way of complimenting Rocky's fierce personal drive. She believes in him.
Quote #9
GAZZO: You know, you ain't never had any luck, but I think this time Lady Luck may be in your corner.
Gazzo is complimenting Rocky's ambition here. When Mickey later tells Rocky that his opportunity is "freak luck" it's a little different when he says it. Mickey thinks that luck is the only way Rocky is going to get anyway. Both men are right.