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

There's a ball. There's a hoop. You put the ball through the hoop. That's success.

I think race has been a burden for black Americans. Being Muslim has also been a challenge because so many people do not understand Islam.

I think Kwame will be an asset to the Lakers.

My grandfather and my uncle both died from colorectal cancer, my dad almost died from it and I have the gene for it.

I've had enough success for two lifetimes, My success is talent put together with hard work and luck.

I think I really benefited from going to college.