Ten Questions With Gerald Green

Throughout the Reebok Vegas Summer League, Celtics.com will take a minute to help you get to know the players a little better by asking each one 10 questions about basketball and life.

Celtics rookie Gerald Green became legendary during the Reebok Vegas Summer League for his high-flying dunks. As the 2005-06 season unfolds, fans will learn that this swingman out of Houston, TX. But after the Celtics last summer league game, Green took a few minutes to answer some questions for Celtics.com.

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Celtics.com: What was your impression of your first Summer League?
Green: It was good, but I don't think I did that well. I think I made a lot of careless mistakes that I normally wouldn't make. But other people seem to think I did well, so I guess that's ok.

CC: Did you have any nervousness or excitement before your first game?
Green: (laughing) Yeah, I was pretty nervous. But I'm always nervous before the games – it doesn't matter who we are playing. I'm always worried, but I just put on my music and try to relax and get ready.

CC: What is your personal favorite basketball memory or moment?
Green: At the ABCD Camp, I dunked like eight times in a row. From that moment on, things started to change. That's when it all started… I guess that's when everyone started paying attention.

CC: Do you model your game after any player in particular?
Green: Definitely Tracy McGrady. And when people compare me to him, it's a huge compliment, but T-Mac is so much better. I've been trying to pick up his agility and versatility, watching his ball handling and shooting.

CC: Who was your favorite team and player growing up?
Green: Well, my favorite team was my hometown Houston Rockets. But my favorite player was Michael Jordan. Everyone loves MJ.

CC: So if you could play one-on-one with any player in NBA history, it would be…
Green: Michael Jordan. Of course!

CC: Who was your role model growing up?
Green: My grandmother. Unfortunately she has passed on, but I just admired her for being a hard worker and for never giving up.

CC: What are you currently listening to on your Ipod?
Green: Ludacris

CC: What is a game/sporting event that you never miss?
Green: Have to watch the NBA Finals. Definitely can't miss that.

CC: What do you do to relax away from basketball?
Green: I like to go bowling or fishing.