Be true to the game, because the game will be true to you. If you try to shortcut the game, then the game will shortcut you. If you put forth the effort, good things will be bestowed upon you. That's truly about the game, and in some ways that's about life too.

A leader can't make excuses. There has to be quality in everything you do. Off the court, on the court, in the classroom.

I don't go out and just try to score. I score because there is an opportunity to score.

Being afraid on the court, means you're not confident of your skills

Basketball isn't just about the bright lights, packed arenas and highlight reels. Basketball is a way of life. Basketball is a relationship between you and the ball, you and your teammates. If you love the game, nobody can take that from you.

Confidence allows you to progress in something you're attempting to accomplish, whether it's playing basketball or baseball or whether it's trying to succeed in business.

I was aware of my success, but I never stopped trying to get better.