You're my backbone. You're a blessing. You're a piece of my heart. You're the air I breathe. And you're the strongest person I know, and I'm so sorry for having to put you through this and having to put our family through this.

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

Winning takes precedence over all. There's no gray area. No almosts.

The most important thing is to try and inspire people so that they can be great in whatever they want to do.

It's wonderful for the players. It's a huge challenge and a huge responsibility for us to get our act together, get our butts in gear. Phil isn't going to bail us out because of our mental lapses.

The Black Mamba collection of watches is me: It is my alter ego, so to speak. As I mentioned before, it is sharp, cutting edge and sleek which are characteristics I try to apply when I’m out there on the basketball court.

If you don't believe in yourself...nobo dy else will.