There's hasn't been a day in my life since I was 9 years old that I haven't touched a basketball or done something connected with basketball.

When you're from New York, people take a second look at you. In Virginia, the other players always asked about the fast life we live. They want to know about the crime. As a player, they expect you to be able to do things that excite a crowd. And they always want to beat you. You're the New Yorker.

I remember when I was 11 playing against guys who were as old as 22. I just stayed outside and shot from there.

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