Sports plays an interesting role in society. The greatest sportsmen have platforms to speak out on issues and really affect how the public thinks about some very critical issues facing the world.

I remember at the 1996 Olympics in Atlanta, Shaq always wanted me to show him steps over and over.

When you get to that level, it's not a matter of talent anymore - because all the players are so talented - it's about preparation, about playing smart and making good decisions.

The most important thing in a person's life is his faith and how he translates his faith into practical deeds.

Basketball is in my blood. It is my obligation to try.

I don't think Michael had to retire for us to get the spotlight, because when you win, it commands attention.

It's not up to anyone else to make me give my best.

God comes first. Paradise is not cheap.

I'm shy, but sometimes my voice is so clear and strong.

My background playing soccer gave me a natural advantage over many of the American-born players.

I always keep a ball in the car. You never know.

Smartass Disciple: Master, you should teach people not to do war to each other.Master of Stupidity: I should teach people how to win their minds of their wars.

Summer afternoon—summer afternoon

Winston and his sister walked for a time in silence, each in an invisible, vibrating pocket of excitement.

Express your creativity. Delight in the mystery of your inner muse.

I took on the sins of everybody, of a generation, really.

To work hard and then loaf; to know hardship and then luxury, to learn about society and then color it with a dash of the wilds-is there anything quite so fine?

Don't complain to others about your troubles. Half of them don't care and the other half are glad.

Evidently the merit depends on the result of the work.

A reputation once broken may possibly be repaired, but the world will always keep their eyes on the spot where the crack was.

It's a really special night for our fans. It's vindication.