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.

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

I think if I had one year of college, I'd have done better with the mental part [of the NBA].

I've taken my bumps and bruises, but you've got to be willing to get knocked down and pick yourself up. You can't get discouraged. You can't lose sight of what your goals are.

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.

In college you learn about college

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