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

Being from Africa is the best thing that could have ever, ever happened to me. I cannot see it any other way. All of my fundamental principles that were instilled in me in my home, from my childhood, are still with me.

I'm shy, but sometimes my voice is so clear and strong.

It's not up to anyone else to make me give my best.

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.

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

When I was playing, I didn't realize how much of an impact I would make on people, Muslim or non-Muslim. We played a lot of games during Ramadan. On national TV, the announcers were commenting about Ramadan, and this raised the awareness to the general public and we made all the Muslims very, very proud.