Tyson Chandler
Tyson Chandler
Tyson Cleotis Chandleris an American professional basketball player for the Phoenix Suns of the National Basketball Association. Chandler was the second overall pick of the 2001 NBA draft by the Los Angeles Clippers, then was immediately traded to the Chicago Bulls. He has also played for the New Orleans Hornets, Charlotte Bobcats, and New York Knicks. As starting center for Dallas, he played an integral role in the franchise's first NBA championship in 2011. He was also a member of...
NationalityAmerican
ProfessionBasketball Player
Date of Birth2 October 1982
CityHanford, CA
CountryUnited States of America
Yeah, I paint in my spare time, just to relax myself and wind down a bit.
I really enjoy the iPad because you can multi-task: I can watch a movie, read, look at pictures that I shot - because I'm into photography. It serves a lot of purposes for me.
I play knowing that there is somebody watching me out there in the crowd that has never had the opportunity to watch a game before and it might be the only chance they ever to see one, live in person. Michael Jordan once said that in an interview, and I really took it to heart; whenever I step on the floor, I play for that person.
After Sandy hit, my wife and I saw pictures of the devastation following the hurricane in the news. We immediately wanted to find a way to assist those in need.
When I'm on the court, I picture myself as like a gladiator.
When I'm at my grandparents', I know I literally have to do nothing but relax, enjoy myself, and enjoy my family members' company.
When I make a bad play, it frustrates the heck out of me, even in practice.
Scouts have always been surprised by the way I'm able to move at my size. How fast and agile I am.
Probably the most dramatic pieces in my wardrobe would be capes.
If we play hard and we compete, we match up with any team. I feel like we have the personnel to go all the way.
The only thing I wanted in free agency was an opportunity to continue to chase that dream and continue to win championships.?
I'm still rough around the edges and need a lot of polishing.
You don't want anybody walking into your house and taking a Gatorade out of your refrigerator, you've got to get in there and protect it.
The coaches are working with me every day. And if you feel like the coach is behind you, you'll take some chances.?