My first act after being named head coach of the Bulls was to formulate a vision for the team. I had to take into account not only what I wanted to achieve, but how I was going to get there.

I care about systematically playing basketball. If the spacing isn't right, if guys are standing on top of each other, if there aren't lanes to be provided, or rebounders available to offensively rebound the ball, or we don't have defensive balance when a shot goes up, all of these things are fundamental basketball. I follow it.

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

Love is the force that ignites the spirit and binds teams together.

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

Approach the game with no preset agendas and you'll probably come away surprised at your overall efforts.

The most we can hope for is to create the best possible conditions for success, then let go of the outcome. The ride is a lot more fun that way.