I don't want anyone to think I left Atmore because I didn't like it there. I left because I knew that AAU basketball was better up north.

If it wasn't for coach Smith I don't think I would be where I am now. He taught me all about the game of basketball and how to play the game right.

When Mike goes, everything else goes. When the inside game isn't working, then it makes it harder on the guards. But at the same time, I missed some shots too.

We just didn't pay attention to detail. We just can't get over the hump.

It was a humbling experience to go to Wallace because I had dreams of going straight to a NCAA Division I school and I didn't. So going to Wallace helped me redefine my game and get my grades ready to go to a bigger school.

I always talked with my family about being on television and now I am proud to say that after Monday I can say I did.