If we win, I don't care if I get 20 boards or five boards.

It's a huge, huge pressure that so many people depend on you. The type of player I am and people look at me to come out and perform a certain way. Not being able to play on the biggest stage of the season, it's frustrating. One thing I wanted to do was not be frustrated about it and figure out what I can do to change and better myself on the court.

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.

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 think blocking a shot at a crucial point of the game is the most incredible feeling.

If we win, I don't care if I get 20 boards or five boards.

I want to be in the best winning situation. I don't want to be around anybody who's just interested in playing out the season and then going home for the summer.