But sports carried me away from being in a gang, or being associated with drugs. Sports was my way out.

I told myself if I ever made it to the level I want to be at, I'm gonna give back.

Basketball is my passion, I love it. But my family and friends mean everything to me. That's what's important. I need my phone so I can keep in contact with them at all times.

It would be easier if I didn't even make the playoffs, it would hurt less. But then I start thinking about how much fun it is.

We have to continue at a high level and make them take tough shots.

I've put our guys in position. I gave them the blueprint. I think they're ready.

I treated it like every day was my last day with a basketball.