I remember draft night, I shook David Stern's hand while rocking a red suit with white pinstripes and red gators I've always been a trendsetter.
Jalen RoseFor me, Duke was personal. I hated Duke and I hated everything I felt Duke stood for. Schools like Duke didnโt recruit players like me. I felt like they only recruited players who were Uncle Toms.
Jalen RoseI remember an incident overseas about five years ago where a player punched a referee and knocked him cold. I don't think anything like that will ever happen in the NBA. Emotions run rampant. The games are so intense, and the stakes are so high. (But) At the end of the day, players and coaches really respect officials and really appreciate that they try to do a good job.
Jalen RoseAn athletic scholarship shouldnโt be the best opportunity to receive a quality education.
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