Everything I know now . . . the pitfalls, the highs and lows, everything . . . it taught me and made stronger.

It was Chinese music. I couldnt understand it, but it had a good beat to it.

When people say God blessed me with a beautiful jump shot, it really pisses me off. I tell those people, 'Don't undermine the work I've put in every day.' Not some days. Every day.

By practicing the virtues we cultivate the soil from which healthy emotions sprout; by letting go of our character defects we drain the swamp in which diseased emotions breed.

When the effort is in question, the ball goes in different directions and the ball doesn't always bounce your way. When you're playing in the home of the NBA champions, it isn't going to be easy.

Would I do it again? Film another movie? Oh yeah.

Minnesota's a great city.