Without a doubt, any opportunity I have to build that up in New York, I'd do it. I told people all the time, always say, 'If it takes me taking a pay cut, I'll be the first one on James Dolan's steps saying take my money and let's build something strong over here.'

I understand the NBA and the role I play on my team. I know that I have to play a leadership role and do whatever I have to do to win.

I got a picture [tattoo] of Mohammed Ali on my side with one of his quotes. That's my guy. I look up to him. I'm like his number one fan.

I'm me. I'm just out there being myself. I like having fun. But at the same time, I bring everybody together. So I'm really -- or I try to be -- like the glue of the team.

It bothers me to hear people talk about things they know nothing about.

How can U fairly assess someone from the outside looking in ... majority of the times you will be wrong.

No one is perfect. I know there is stuff that I need to work on, and not just one thing, but my game overall. Everything can get better.