Music is really something that makes people whole.

My biggest accomplishment has been making a transition from athlete to author.

One man can be a crucial ingredient on a team, but one man cannot make a team.

I think the NBA players have to be held accountable in a reasonable way, just like any other professionals.

There are a lot of authors in the world, so it’s difficult to find a unique niche to present your take on things. That is always a challenge for any author.

[In his 1983 autobiography,] Giant Steps, … Either because I was an athlete or because I was black — probably both — there seemed to be a clear assumption that I wouldn’t be up to...

As a parent, I have a job as a role model to my children, and by extension, to other young people.

In a typical history book, black Americans are mentioned in the context of slavery or civil rights. There’s so much more to the story.

After practice, I would have to go back to the dorm and take a nap.

Even when there are adverse circumstances, I try to do my job. And I usually do.

Hes not a raw kind of talent. Hes got some sophistication to his basketball game, and I think he will progress quickly.

My choosing Islam was not a political statement; it was a spiritual statement.

Practices were tough.

When we went up against teams that were better, I just hoped that we could steal the victories.

I think that the good and the great are only separated by the willingness to sacrifice.

The extra pass and the extra effort on defense always get the job done.

Black people don’t have an accurate idea of their history, which has been either suppressed or distorted.

He just needs to get an understanding of how to use his considerable talent.

Music rhythms are mathematical patterns. When you hear a song and your body starts moving with it, your body is doing math. The kids in their parents’ garage practicing to be a band may not...

The transition was difficult. It’s hard to stop something that you’ve enjoyed and that has been very rewarding.

High school dropouts are forfeiting their opportunity to pursue the American Dream.

I have to say I have an incredible musical education because of my father.

Many people are born into their religion. For them it is mostly a matter of legacy and convenience. Their belief is based on faith, not just in the teachings of the religion but also in...

My grandfather and my uncle both died from colorectal cancer, my dad almost died from it and I have the gene for it.

The 3-point shot has created a situation in the game akin to ‘Lotto’ fever.

I turned down an offer of Willis Reed and Walt Frazier for Kareem, because both those guys were in their 30s.

I saw Islam as the correct way to live, and I chose to try to live that way.

What I have is P.H. positive chronic myeloid leukemia, which is an aberration in your white blood cells.