This is what I would have done if I had to have a real job: I would have been a history teacher.

He doesn't necessarily have to learn the sky hook. He just has to learn how to be an effective post player. I think I can help him do that.

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

I was just starting out acting [doing "Airplane"] and wanted to be taken as a professional, not as an athlete doing a cameo.

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.

When the line started to blur between the fans and the players, sometimes things can get ugly.

Fundamental preparation is always effective. Work on those parts of your game that are fundamentally weak.