I know I'm a good person. I know I can play basketball.

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

In college you learn about college

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.

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.

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 know I'm a good person. I know I can play basketball.