If I can go to the U.S. Army and fight the war at 18 why can't you play basketball for 48 minutes?

We can't wait around for Superman to come in here and save the town, save the team. It's up to us to get it done.

We shouldn't even get paid for this game. I'm not trying to take anything away from the Bobcats, they played a heck of a game, but we feel like we are at another level. I felt like we were the expansion team tonight. I'm thoroughly embarrassed.

If I can go to the U.S. Army and fight the war at 18 why can't you play basketball for 48 minutes?

I wanted to prove people wrong who didn't think I could play at this level. I also wanted to take care of my family. It was a chance to play against the best players in the world. Mentally and physically I don't think I was ready, but I was ready to take on the challenge.

I'm a very emotional player. I use emotion because my team feeds off it.

To represent the United States in international competition is special recognition that not many players receive and I am really looking forward to helping USA Basketball regain its status in international basketball.