When you start training camp, you're building the tools necessary to win a championship. You have to have the patience.

Just got one more than Shaq. You can take that to the bank.

These young guys are playing checkers. I'm out there playing chess.

Magic has five championships. I have five championships. I'm pretty sure we both know what we're doing.

The important thing is that your teammates have to know you're pulling for them and you really want them to be successful.

You always have to be on edge. You always have to take every practice, every game, like it is your last.

The Kobe 8 is about enhanced performance. It's the most comfortable shoe I have worn. It's simplistic but has an edge to it.