Pat Riley, Dave Checketts and Ernie Grunfeld - they brought the Knicks back to the glory days. It started with Rick Pitino. We took our first step with him, making the playoffs. When Pat came in we just kicked the door open.

Getting the degree meant more to me than an NCAA title, being named All-American or winning an Olympic gold medal.

I wish I had stayed and finished my career here in New York.

I think the people here in New York appreciated what I brought to the table, and they showed it when I retired by the way they came out and supported me, and it meant a lot to me. It made me feel like I am a part of this city, and I will remain a part of this city.

I've been an assistant for seven years now and I haven't had one head coaching interview. I'm doing something wrong.

I'm just like any person who is coaching in this league, I'm just looking for an opportunity, that's all.

Every parent wants to see their kids excel.