A lot of young players don't really know much about the history of the game and a lot of them are missing out on what the game is all about, especially the whole concept of sportsmanship and teamwork.

OK, I'll put it like this: I doubt if we will see another All-American basketball athlete who is a Rhodes Scholar.

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

High school dropouts are forfeiting their opportunity to pursue the American Dream.

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

What I learned in my time isn't necessarily being taught now, and I'd like to help impart that knowledge to a new generation of players.

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