"I just think that when you're misinformed or you're not educated about something — and I'm just talking about the tweet itself — you never know the ramifications that can happen."

"I'm just trying to be the best father, husband, and role model I can be."

"I'm not a politician. I'm a basketball player. I'm a Black man, an American citizen, a father, a husband, and a son. And the most important thing is for us to continue to use our platform to spread a …"

"I'm just trying to be a positive role model for kids all over the world."

"I'm not here to make friends. I'm here to win championships."