I realize I'm a free spirit. I like to be happy. I have to have more control of my happiness.

My teammates know I'm down to earth. I'll joke with them. But when it comes to basketball, I try to be serious about it.

It's an honor to be considered in the same breath, but I'm not Michael Jordan. I'm the first Chamique Holdsclaw. And I think that's where the women's game has to get to, when women are recognized on their own.

I always promised myself that if I was in position to be successful, I wouldn't take it for granted, because I know in the past how hard I've worked.

One thing I've become is introspective.

I'm a confident player, I know I can score. I don't think anyone can guard me consistently off the dribble. But I'm a team player.

A lot of times people say, 'You act like a grandmother, you're just totally laid back, nothing bothers you.'