“Was I shocked when my named wasn’t called until the last pick? Well, yeah. I couldn't understand what was going on."

"We know we must play D to go far in the playoffs, so I try to set an example."

"I wasn’t expecting to do what I’m doing now…I’ve grown as a player and as a man."

"I’m pretty athletic. I do things sometimes even I can’t believe."

"I take pride on defense."

"A lot of teams made a mistake in the NBA draft."

"When I make exciting plays, it’s usually because I was in the right place at the right time."

"I love taking the ball from other people. It’s like taking their manhood."

"I haven’t really reached my peak yet."

"As long as we keep winning, I’m happy."

"It took me a while to realize I’m an NBA player."

"I’m glad I stayed in school four years. It matured me as a man and as a basketball player.”