Maya Moore

“From the energy of the Olympic crowd to the celebratory feel of the Brazilian culture, I expect nothing less than an exciting and unforgettable 2016 event.”

“Opinions are very easily heard in our media and technology-type of world that we're in. I just try to stay focused on the people that I'm around every day that I work with, that I trust and value.”

“I have had such a unique experience in the game. I got to experience the best of my craft, and I did that multiple times. There is nothing more I wish I could experience.”

“It's one of those things, you keep showing up, doing what you do, doing what you love to do, and fortunately we win the game - because you can't get the MVP if you don't win the game.”

“My mom showed me how important it is to surround yourself with opportunities and make the most of them.”

“Sometimes when you're young and a little more immature, you can overdo things or not really have your legs under you.”

“I like to get out in transition. That is one of my favorite aspects of the game.”

“Red velvet cake is my absolute favorite. It has to be an actual slice of cake, not a cupcake; there's more surface area, so the icing ratio is higher.”

“I would say get to know somebody who isn't exactly like you and doesn't come from the same background as you, educate yourself and then just keep showing up. Finding ways to show up for people and your voice will come out of that relationship and out of your pursuit to seeing people who aren't exactly like you.”

“I just try to make sure, in everything I do, I do what I'm supposed to be doing in a confident and a humble way at the same time. It's been working for me.”

“We play so hard and overall the Olympics are such a positive experience.”

“Our country comes from a centuries-long culture of dehumanizing black and brown bodies. So what role does racism play? A huge role. You can't downplay how deeply woven and embedded this is in our country.”

“I'm pretty chill when I'm not on the court.”

“I listen to music on the bus or in the car on the way to a game.”

“I think that any time you get into an area where it requires humility, and accountability, it's gonna get touchy. And so I understand the reality of when someone says something that requires you to look at yourself and change, it's not easy.”

“I think scarves are just wonderful. They can dress up any outfit.”

“I wanted to make it clear I wouldn't play in the 2020 season and the Olympics, but don't think it's the right time to put retirement out there.”

“Eating cleaner has helped me with recovery, to keep my body in position to play as many minutes as my team needed.”

“It's tough, but you can still find joy in the struggle. Going through a season with a lot of struggles, I got a lot of practice. You have to set yourself up for joy, give yourself the best opportunity to have that going on inside.”

“When I was a kid, I was big into saving up my money.”