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

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 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.

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.

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