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" The bigs are there on the help-side if the guy goes by me, and I'm able to switch to other offensive players. "

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" I'm just happy that people like the way I play. "

" I want the kids to know that it's not a myth that somebody from their city plays and wins in the NBA. I just want to influence them to work hard and do whatever they want to do in life, whether it's to be a basketball player or scientist... if they believe in themselves, they can do anything. "

" I'll never try to win an award. I'm out there just playing for my team. "

" It was a great feeling to be named an All-Star starter, to know that my hard work is paying off and fans around the world are recognizing that. "

" I can't be impatient. It would show on the floor, and I won't compete if I'm thinking about getting the ball. "

" If I get noticed for my individual performance, that's what happens. Other than that, I'm just trying to win the game. "

" I'm always trying to come down with a win. That's what matters to me and my squad. "

" It's definitely fun when you're able to translate your practice into the game. It's fun, and you know that your hard work paid off. "

" I just have to move forward and keep working on my game and getting better. "

" I remember being a teenager and watching 40-year-old Michael Jordan compete in his final All-Star game. "

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" I'm just here to play basketball and have fun and try to win another championship. "

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" My hands make me a little longer, and that's always a good thing. "

" When I'm away from basketball, I hang out with my friends, chill, and that's about it. "

" I don't care about winning an MVP - the MVP doesn't mean you're the best player in the league. "

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" I'm just trying to pass Tim Duncan in championships if I can one day. That's my motivation; that's what I strive for. Tim is one of the greatest players who has ever played, so if I could get close or reach that plateau and have my name on that list. "

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