I was shooting 45 times a game. What was I supposed to do? Pass it into Chris Mihm & Kwame Brown?

The topic of leadership is a touchy one. A lot of leaders fail because they don't have the bravery to touch that nerve or strike that chord. Throughout my years, I haven't had that fear.

As far as carrying the torch for the years to come, I don't know. I just want to be the best basketball player I can be.

It never bothered me when people would say, 'You only win championships because you're playing with Shaq.' It bothered me when he said it.

To be honest with you, I (would) much rather play basketball and not be famous.

I write all day and outline stories, a sports mythological universe.

Christmas morning, I'm going to open presents with my kids. I'm going to take pictures of them opening the presents. Then I'm going to come to the Staples Center and get ready to work.