Yao Ming the Philosopher
2007-03-01 16:36:46
"Learn to fight when you are in a war."
-- Yao Ming said of his comprehension and study of American language and culture.
Yao Ming the Center
2007-03-01 16:38:33
"I don't really have anything to say. Basketball is not a game that you can play with your mouth. It needs action to prove yourself."
Yao Ming the Newshound Torturer
2007-03-01 16:39:53
"I can see well enough on the 28-meter basketball court."
-- Yao Ming said when a journalist asked whether his addiction to video games has affected his vision.
Yao Ming in the 2007 Playoffs
2007-04-30 10:01:14
"Look at the play before (halftime), Williams drives from halfcourt all the way to the paint with five seconds left. We still have time, and we just ... shoot a running 3-point shot. That's like, 'How much do you want to play?' "
Yao Ming the scorer
2007-03-15 16:24:07
It's getting better every day.
-- Yao said after scoring 37 points in the Rockets' 103-92 victory over Orlando.
Yao Ming the Player
2007-03-21 14:26:35
"I mean, come on. It should be more than that. I do my part. I fight inside. But if they don't give me the call, then they don't give me the call."