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Question:

How many pairs of sneakers do you go through in one season?

Answer:

I usually change game shoes every two weeks and change practice shoes once a month. I'm not a mathematician so I'm not going to attempt to give you an exact estimate but I'd say I go through 20-25 pairs of shoes. Whenever I'm done with a pair of game shoes I sign them and give them away.

Question:

What do you think are the odds for USA Basketball in the olympics this year?

Answer:

I'd say the odds are pretty darn good that the USA wins the Olympic Gold. Its obviously going to be a huge challenge because the rest of the world has certainly caught up to us. However, Coach K has taught that team to play as a team and the concept of being a part of something bigger than yourself. When you combine that coaching with the best talent in the world- I like our chances.

Question:

Of all the moments in your career both in college and in the NBA what moment meant the most to you personally?

Answer:

The moment that meant the most to me was having my jersey retired at Duke. Growing up a Duke fan, there was no greater honor than to see my number hang in the rafters.

Question:

I’m looking for some inspiration. Any books you can recommend?

Answer:

Books I recommend- try reading Wild at Heart by John Eldredge, The Purpose Driven Life by Rick Warren, or Cure for the Common Life by Max Lucado. They are all great reads. If you’re looking for something a bit shorter- read Oh, the Places You’ll Go by Dr. Seuss. It’s phenomenal.

Question:

How did you feel when you heard about Brett Favre retiring?

Answer:

I was sad when Brett Favre announced his retirement. But at the same time, I think he did the right thing. He went out a winner and at the top of his game. He had one of his best seasons this year- guiding a team that many thought wouldn’t make the playoffs to the #2 seed in the NFC. Not only that, he shut his critics up that said he was “too old” or “washed up.” Brett will always be a champion and a warrior in my book. He’s the best there ever was.

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Mon, Jul 21st 2008, 18:17

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Hey I just wanted to give you guys an update on what I’ve been up to for the past 18 days. I finished up 6 weeks of workouts in North Carolina on July 10th. It was a great six weeks. In fact, it couldn’t have gone better. Everyone at Duke made their best effort to aid me in becoming a better basketball player- and I sincerely thank all of them. Over at dukeblueplanet.smugmug.com there’s some pictures taken from one of my last workouts with Chris Carrawell- who worked me out everyday for 6 weeks and did a fantastic job. I drove back to Orlando (not the shortest drive in the world) and made it…

Mon, Jul 14th 2008, 09:12

Q and A with JJ

Q: Balancing academics and athletics is a struggle for many kids at the high school level. You were able to do it at even a higher level by playing at such a high profile and great academic school at Duke. What tips do you have for kids out there struggling to get a good balance of both?

A: When you are focused on a sport it definitely can be a challenge to maintain good academic standing but I believe anyone can do it with
the right attitude and work ethic. When I was in high school my rule was this: I couldn’t go work on basketball until I was done with my
homework. In college, I…

Wed, Jul 9th 2008, 10:08

Q and A with JJ

Q: Did you ever play any other sports like baseball or football growing up? If yes, would you say that you were pretty good at them?

A: The only sport I played growing up was baseball. To be honest,
baseball was my first love. I was a pretty darn good pitcher. In
four years of Little League, I only lost once as a pitcher and oddly
enough I had 17 strikeouts that game (there’s only 18 total outs in
Little League). But alas, I didn’t have time in the summer to play
both AAU basketball and baseball so I quit baseball in the 7th grade.
In my opinion, I was better at baseball than I…

Thu, Jul 3rd 2008, 18:24

July 3

I won’t be around a computer tomorrow but I wanted to wish everyone a very happy 4th of July! Despite all the troubles our country faces, (rising gas prices, slumping housing sector, bear market, etc.) one can’t help but appreciate how great this country is and how lucky we are to be a part of this nation. So to all, happy Independence Day!

Just to give you guys a quick update on my activities- workouts are still going very well. My body has “turned the corner” and the initial soreness I experienced the first few weeks has waned and I’ve been able to make some marked improvement in my strength and conditioning. In spite of the personal…

Mon, Jun 30th 2008, 09:11

Q and A with JJ

Q: What’s the best advice you have ever received?

A: The best advice I ever received? Wow, now that’s a tough
question. I’ve received a lot of great advice from several
outstanding people. I would have to say the best advice I’ve gotten
is from my parents. When I was a kid they told me to dream big and to
always chase my dreams. I’ve tried to do that my whole life and will
continue to do that. I owe a lot to mom and pops.

Q: Hows it goin man , i just got a question who does your suits man they are very nice ….....

A: I am fashion-obsessed and suits are probably my…

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