Column: Why aren’t the seats hotter for Chicago Bulls’ Artūras Karnišovas and Billy Donovan?

"Yeah, 1.8 percent. I think the Dallas fan base deserved this."— Matt Riccardi, the team's assistant general manager, expressed this after winning the No. 1 pick in the Draft Lottery.

"The winning team writes the script."— Indiana coach Rick Carlisle summing up his team’s finishing punch in the Eastern Conference semifinals.

The NBA on NBC was a meaningful part of my career, and I’m excited about being a special contributor to the project.— Michael Jordan, in a statement regarding his new role at NBC.

I’m new here but just know how much New York loves their sports, especially the Knicks.— Mikal Bridges expressing his excitement about being part of the Knicks' journey.

"Obviously, we got lucky. Ty hit another amazing shot to win the game."— Indiana coach Rick Carlisle after the game.

I don’t think there is a blueprint per se, but as long as we stick together, anything is possible.— Jalen Brunson on the Knicks' victory in Game 1 against the Celtics.

It's just a good take foul. Nothing malicious about it.— Caitlin Clark explaining her flagrant foul on Angel Reese after the game.

I’m forever grateful to the wonderful players, coaches, staff and fans who allowed me to serve them as the Spurs head coach and am excited for the opportunity to continue to support the organization, community and city that are so meaningful to me.— Gregg Popovich, as he announced his retirement as head coach of the San Antonio Spurs.

Number one, for sure. That's easy. It's not even close.— LeBron James when asked where playing with Bronny ranks among his career accomplishments.

It’s not something I planned going into the game, but a call I made at halftime.— JJ Redick after the game about his decision to play the starters the entire second half.