Leslie Alexander

This is an exciting time for the Rockets. Yao is going to be a part of the Rockets for a read more

This is an exciting time for the Rockets. Yao is going to be a part of the Rockets for a long time. I feel he'll become one of the great players in NBA history. He's got the size, intelligence, youth, and quickness to be a phenomenal, forceful player in the league.

I'm of the opinion that school systems in the United States are not funded properly. If a school needs extra read more

I'm of the opinion that school systems in the United States are not funded properly. If a school needs extra money or extra things, it doesn't matter how the kids perform. I think these schools need a lot more money and a lot more effort put into them.

Carroll Dawson has served this organization very well over the past 26 years, and he will continue to be a read more

Carroll Dawson has served this organization very well over the past 26 years, and he will continue to be a very useful resource for many years to come.

I love Dennis. I want Dennis long-term. I love what Dennis does.

I love Dennis. I want Dennis long-term. I love what Dennis does.

It's as important as anything I've ever done as owner. To have the next great big man of the NBA, read more

It's as important as anything I've ever done as owner. To have the next great big man of the NBA, it's very important for the team and the city. We're trying to win championships, and anything that takes away from that concentration (such as contract issues) hurts. I think we can be one of the top three teams in the West. We have a great team and great coach. And we have an asset that a lot of teams don't have with Yao in the middle.