I have to tell you: It is truly an honor to be considered for the Hall of Fame—and it’s a blessing to see my name next to so many greats. Basketball has given me everything in my life. And not a day goes by where I don’t realize that. When I first picked up a ball , I knew this was all I wanted to do. I can’t tell you that I had a fail plan or anything to fall back on. Sure, I told my teachers I had backups—and if my kids are reading this, don’t get the wrong idea, I