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.

It's a great feeling when your work is appreciated.

If I didn't want to work for a couple of years, I wouldn't have to-it's a great feeling, to know I'm doing it because I want to do it.

I know, logically, about the fact that there are fans of my work in America, but it's hard for that feeling to sink in.

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 find fear is a great motivator to work hard.