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.

In college you learn about college

If my team isn't motivated, it's my fault. I can't consider myself the best of the best until my team is able to get out of the first round.

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

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

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