November 19, 2007

Hornets.com: You guys are off to a great start this season, what do you attribute that to?
Howard: We’re playing really good basketball right now. We’re all working extremely hard and playing good team basketball. It helps that we’ve been attacking the boards, while shooting the ball well.

Hornets.com: After playing with the USA team this summer, what were some things that you learned from your cast of teammates?
Howard: Just being around guys like Kobe, and accepting the concept that we all are leaders for our individual teams, and put all that aside to play together as one and accept different roles needed for us to win.

Hornets.com: What are your thoughts on Hornets guard Chris Paul?
Howard: He’s an excellent point guard, does everything well out there on the court. He’s an awesome dude both on and off the court.

Hornets.com: If you were to give advice to a young aspiring big man what would you tell him about the NBA?
Howard: Work hard and always leave it all out there on the court

Hornets.com: During the offseason, what did you do differently to prepare for your second season?
Howard: I worked extremely hard by lifting weights, running, and just getting my body in the best shape possible. I also spent a lot of time watching film and taking notice of things that I had to get better at, in order to come in to camp ready for the season. It’s all about helping my team get better and winning games.