Whatever a leader does now sets up what he does later. And there's always a later.

There are kids don't want to do something because they're afraid of looking stupid to their peers. There comes a time when they start protecting themselves, instead of extending. I want to make sure that they're always trying to extend themselves.

I don't think you play for other people's expectations, you know. You don't go and become a lawyer because your mother or father want you to, you don't become a coach because somebody wants you to.

Defense is one man guarding the ball and four others helping him

Basketball was not my main sport in grade school, or even the first year of high school.

My mom gave me unconditional support and unfailing love. You can't get any better than that. That's why I've never been afraid to lose.

Never delegate. Always empower.