I have to say that sports is what kept me out of trouble. No matter the circumstances, my mom kept us playing sports. She worked hard to provide for us and even harder to make sure we always stayed active. Whether it was football or basketball, we were playing one sport or another year-round. Rashard Lewis Read Quote
I was just 18 years old, excited about being drafted to the N.B.A. I felt like all of Houston was watching me. My high school was watching me. I think they had a draft party at my coach’s house. I’ll never forget that day, being in the green room with my family and my agent. Rashard Lewis Read Quote
Coming off the bench or starting doesn’t matter to me one bit. I just want to win. Rashard Lewis Read Quote
I’ve never watched a race live from Ascot. I used to make sure I didn’t miss Black Caviar run, but that wasn’t at Ascot. Rashard Lewis Read Quote
If athletes went to the races more and to the backside in the morning, I think more people would get involved because, as an athlete, we can relate to what the horses go through. Training routine, injuries, massages, etc. Rashard Lewis Read Quote
When I feel like it’s time for me to say something and it’s time for me to speak up and allow my emotions to get into the games and practice, then I will say something. Rashard Lewis Read Quote
I’ve been criticized my whole career. When I got drafted in the second round in the green room, they said I wouldn’t even make it in the N.B.A. Rashard Lewis Read Quote
I remember growing up as a kid in Houston, playing 3-on-3 in my grandmother’s driveway. I was lucky to be the youngest of four kids, so we had each other to keep ourselves busy and out of trouble. Not all kids are that fortunate. Rashard Lewis Read Quote
