I've decided to listen to my doctors and get the procedure I need on my knee. USA Basketball said I had to do what was best for me. They want me to be obviously as healthy as possible so I can continue to play this game at a high level.
I understand being the villain is what people like. People play to that. They want to know about the villain.
The thing is, I don't do these things for recognition, being a good teammate, being a positive member of the community. I do them because those things make me whole and complete.
No team works out teamwork.
I'm an athlete, so I can dress down with the best of them. I can throw on t-shirts and sweats with the best of them.
A turtleneck is about sophistication.