My philosophy is that you can't motivate players with speeches, you have motivated players that you draft. That's where they come in and those are the guys that are competitive. You cannot teach competitiveness.

Basketball is a simple game. Your goal is penetration, get the ball close to the basket, and there are three ways to do that. Pass, dribble and offensive rebound.

When the mind is allowed to relax, inspiration often follows.

I expect a cigar.....not lit, hopefully

Like life, basketball is messy and unpredictable. It has its way with you, no matter how hard you try to control it. The trick is to experience each moment with a clear mind and open heart. When you do that, the game - and life - will take care of itself.

Pau is one of the best big men in the game. I mean, Pau Gasol is going to be in the Hall of Fame.

My accountant tells me I can't be a California resident anymore. I spend too much of my time in New York.