I don't think Michael had to retire for us to get the spotlight, because when you win, it commands attention.

My type of basketball is about how to create space, how to maneuver, how to get your shot off.

Basketball is in my blood. It is my obligation to try.

All these boundaries - Africa, Asia, Malaysia, America - are set by men. But you don't have to look at boundaries when you are looking at a man - at the character of a man. The question is: What do you stand for? Are you a follower, or are you a leader?

I remember at the 1996 Olympics in Atlanta, Shaq always wanted me to show him steps over and over.

Sports is good for health and for children, it gives them manhood, courage, teaches them team work and coordination. Sports is something that is so crucial, it makes everything.

I was successful materially, but I know life is much more than worldly success. I saw all these blessings God had given me. The way to give thanks is obedience to God.