John Stockton

Essentially, when you join a team, you're making a commitment to your team. You can't take that lightly.

I was always the kid dribbling the ball on the sidelines, hoping someone would pick me. I'd go with my older brother to the gym or park, and when I went out there, I'd pass the ball so I could get picked again.

I don't crush the kids. But I do want them to know that they have to earn what they get. I'm not like Jimmy Piersall's dad or anything. I mean, I tell them I'm happy if they just do the best they can. My parents were that way with me.

You have a different personality in front of the world than you do in front of your pals at home. I like to keep them separate.

Obviously, being in the league for so long, you do have something to offer as a coach.

It's quite an honor to be selected to represent my country in the Olympics.

I don't like to miss games.

You can find advantages to being small.

You never think about being wide open. I don't know if I can describe the feeling. Tremendous.

If you start chasing around trying to get steals for your own benefit, then you really put your defense at a disadvantage. It's not a big thing for me; if it happens, great.

I have an ego like everyone else. I want to be recognized as a good ballplayer.

I love to play, and I appreciate the opportunity to be part of a good organization.