I saw Islam as the correct way to live, and I chose to try to live that way.

But people don't know if I can teach the game. I know I can. My experience in Oklahoma was positive. It opened my eyes to how the game is played - the interaction among players, fans and media, how all that works. You have to know about the business of the game and how the actions of players and coaches affect the business. I think I have it down now.

There are rap groups that have a positive outlook in their art. These groups should be shown as an alternative to gangsta rap.

I love basketball, but playing basketball doesn't fully define who I am. I was always a good student, too.

Alexander Hamilton realized that warfare was part and parcel of human nature, and it's something we had to prepare for.

Great players are willing to give up their own personal achievement for the achievement of the group. It enhances everybody.

Kobe's an incredibly talented athlete, and there are many more like him among today's players.