Quotes from Evan Fournier

Road trips are where you really build chemistry, spend a lot of time together and go to restaurants together.

I've seen my dad practice and, trust me, when you are 6 years old and you see that, it stays with you. My dad was a coach who taught the judo fighters and they would be throwing up because they would be so tired from working.

Basketball is huge in France, but not as big as soccer.

The mentality that I have now comes from my parents, both of whom were judo fighters and they were very competitive.

After every good win, you build momentum and confidence.

That's what really motivates me, being great.

Every team makes moves during the summer.

Both of my parents were judo fighters from the national team. So I've always been around fighters my whole childhood.

My first NBA game was in Paris. It was Miami against the Nets, and Vince Carter was playing.

There's no doubt in my mind. I think defensively, the number one thing is knowing the job and to compete.

In Denver, I was more of a stationary shooter for some reason.

Balto' was one of my favorite movies. Balto is the Disney character that's like half-dog, half-wolf. There's a statue of Balto in Central Park.

I was just focused on winning games for the Magic. I was just trying to play at a very high level, just trying to block out all the noise. I had some good games.

When you have an open shot, it's an open shot and it's not about your role or the offense.

I'm an only child and I'm the whole focus of the family. Basically, I'm proud that I'm making them proud.

I never wanted to stay overseas.

My parents are both professional athletes, so I always grew up in an ambitious way and I worked hard.

I don't need soft talk. I'm not an old player, but a veteran. It's OK, my feelings won't get hurt.

As an assistant coach, that's basically your role - to get close to your players, talk to them every day and get the most out of them.