7 foot center for the Washington Huskies / Stats / Talks about how anxious the feelings are leading up to the draft and eager to play summer league ball. Discusses the focus of the teams. Doesn’t know where he will be going in the draft, or to who and says the top 2 picks are well-deserved. Says there is a lot of depth in this draft and it could be the best in years. Is glad to be at full strength for the workouts and recovered from being sick from a stomach virus and gaining back the weight the right way. Felt it was unlucky break after unlucky break, but didn’t let injuries affect his decision. Came out for the draft for the opportunity to contribute right away and wants to develop the right way. Brought up how the Huskie’s fans wanted him to stay, and some fans have been supportive, along with his coach. He feels the big guys in the NBA are just as important as the small guys on a team for the run ‘n gun offense and that big guys in the NBA teams can be dominant. Talked about his family of athletes, and how their advice and preperation for the NBA will be helpful. / 6-27-2007
