After long and careful consideration, we have elected not to match the offer sheet presented to us by Lamar Odom, ... In the final analysis, the decision was based on issues of character and other risks involved. |
At times we've had lapses. You're not going to be able to do it every game, night after night. But for the most part, the effort has been there. |
Coaching is easy. Winning is the hard part. |
Elton is really excited about the makeup of this team, |
Every time you compete, try harder to improve on your last performance. Give nothing short of your very best effort. |
He shoots the ball extremely well from the perimeter, which will help our low-post players, ... He is a veteran who brings both playoff experience and leadership. |
I was not concerned. In the past, we would have folded. |
I was not concerned. In the past, we would have folded. But I knew that Sam and Mobley would be up to the challenge. |
If you look up the definition of greatness in the dictionary, it will say Michael Jordan. |
It was a terrific trade. I wouldn't say it was our best trade ever. I don't want to say that, because we traded for (Elton) Brand and we traded for Ron Harper. But, yeah, it has worked out well. It has been a great trade, but you have to see the end results. Hopefully, we'll continue to play like this. |
It's great. Oh yeah, I remember those days. But they're all behind us. This is fun now. |
Not only do I admire Jordan's accomplishments and his phenomenal basketball ability, but also the way he has conducted himself on and off the court. I don't think there will ever be another player to have the same impact on the game of basketball as Michael Jordan. |
Scoring 81 points is a truly amazing accomplishment. Of course, the most important thing is that his effort contributed to a victory for his team. |
They're good players, and the knowledge and experience the new guys bring to this team is invaluable. |
Thirteen is fine. It's better [than 12]. |