The respect I had to give my brothers and sisters growing up I think has helped me. I want my kids to be raised the same way.
I've come a long way from my first commercials.
It's always been a passion of mine to come out and share some of my knowledge about basketball and the experiences I've had with the younger generation.
No guy on the basketball court is a threat to score with LeBron James out there. Not only will LeBron dominate from the offensive end as well, but he's also doing it on the defensive end, which really makes him the complete package.
Everyone likes to strike while the iron is hot. That's a philosophy I've always liked.
When you endure an 82-game season, you have a great opportunity to build a lot of confidence and cohesiveness with your teammates and coaches.
What is most remarkable to me about Durant's game is what he does given his size. It's so unique to have a player who is 6-foot-9 with the ability to shoot and handle the ball so well. It allows him to stretch the opposing team's defense because he can do those things at such a high level. He's a load to deal with and an extremely tough matchup.
As a young player, I always thought I was doing everything I could. But the longer you play, the more you learn, and the better you're prepared for what this game throws at you.
I always help take care of my family.
He lifted weights, he rode the bike; he kept himself going before and after games, as well as practices. He always kept himself in top shape and was very determined. You put a relentless Dennis Rodman out on the basketball court, and you better have someone there to match his energy. If you don't, it's going to be a long night.
I was lucky to play with guys who were not only good players, but great people.
I want to get into the NBA and make a name for myself.
I guess guys who play on national TV get a lot of publicity.
I wasn't really that interested in playing. I had gone through some hard times not playing in high school, but my coach had it in his mind that basketball was the way I would get an education.
Each season was different and presented its own set of circumstances and challenges.
Defense is something I take a lot of pride in.
When I look at my career, I was really about defending.
It's an honor to have kids. It's a responsibility.
I spend a lot of time at home with my kids.
There's nothing like the camaraderie of being around the other players.
