December 13, 2003

Blazer Rasheed Wallace released the following statement today in reference to a recent interview he gave the Portland Oregonian newspaper:

“I made a few comments that some people found objectionable. Like everyone, I have a right to express an opinion, which I did. But, I regret using street language to express my opinion because everyone has focused on these few comments when I said other things.

It was not my intent to offend anyone. So, if I offended any of my teammates, fellow NBA players, the Trail Blazers fans and organization, I apologize."
- Rasheed Wallace