Leadership is diving for a loose ball, getting the crowd involved, getting other players involved. It's being able to take it as well as dish it out. That's the only way you're going to get respect from the players.

Strength is not nearly as important as desire. I don't think you can teach anyone desire. I think it's a gift. I don't know why I have it, but I do.

The best basketball announcer is one who allows you to close your eyes.

I used to love the feeling of running, of running too far. It made my skin tingle.

The best player I ever played with was Dennis Johnson.

I wasn't real quick, and I wasn't real strong. Some guys will just take off and it's like, whoa. So I beat them with my mind and my fundamentals.

My name's been on this check for a week now.