I think that the good and the great are only separated by the willingness to sacrifice.

I think someone should explain to the child that it's OK to make mistakes. That's how we learn. When we compete, we make mistakes.

I think I did very well against everyone who tried to defend me.

The Lakers fans have been great, even folks in the supermarket are welcoming me back.

You have to be able to center yourself, to let all of your emotions go... Don't ever forget that you play with your soul as well as your body.

I totally alienated some reporters as I retreated.

We don't have selfish guys here, which sometimes leads to problems.