We want to show how hip-hop, which kind of fuels today's basketball stars, is directly related to jazz.

I'm the baddest among the bad guys.

For me, the bold jazz of John Coltrane and Miles Davis reflected the bold attitude in African-Americans finding their political identity and voice.

Video games just can't compare with the variety and intensity of reading.

The rivalry between the Lakers and Celtics endured for about eight years, and the interest grew each year.

My biggest accomplishment has been making a transition from athlete to author.

I tell kids to pursue their basketball dreams, but I tell them to not let that be their only dream.