I will have Derek Fisher wear all 5 of his rings the first time he comes in to talk to Carmelo.

If we can accept whatever hand we've been dealt - no matter how unwelcome - the way to proceed eventually becomes clear.

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.

I won't coach this team next year if he is still here. He won't listen to anyone. I've had it with this kid.

Coaching is about, "How do I get people to play at their peak level?" It is a spiritual quest. And if it's not that, you don't have a challenge, you don't have a mission. Forming a brotherhood and trying to move it forward - that's what coaching is.

Leadership is not about forcing your will on others. It's about mastering the art of letting go.

I'm not going to coach again. I've done my coaching, and I think I can put that aside.