That's what I tried to share in this book, Back From The Dead, the ability to learn, to dream, to hope. In a world that is far too often selling fear and death, I'm selling hope and life and success and that's why I chose to be part of the Grateful Dead.

You look at Vladimir Radmanovic, this guy is cut from stone. As if Michelangelo was reading and a lightening bolt flashed before him.

At 49, I can say something I never would have said when I was a player. I am a better person because of my failures and disgraces.

I grew up in a classical music household. My dad is a phenomenal musician who can play any and all instruments, can sight read, can play by ear.

Yao Ming is the best thing to happen to the NBA in a long time. He is just a beautiful person inside and out. The vision, the creativity, the gentleness of spirit … he has it all.

When I'm at a show, I'm yelling and cheering. I'm with those guys [the Grateful Dead].

I have nothing but respect for the Lakers. So many of their legends shaped who I am as a person and player.