Everybody keeps telling me how surprised they are with what I've done. But I'm telling you honestly that it doesn't surprise me. I knew I could do it.

The greatest players fit with the team. They play within the team's style, rather than asking the team to change its style.

I positively, positively, positively want to play. I've got everything else so why not a gold medal? I want to play.

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

People think that just because you're a center, you're not as smart as the guards or the smaller guys.

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