Kanter to Utah: ‘Undertaker is coming’

Here’s a transcript provided by the Utah Jazz involving first-round pick Enes Kanter:

Opening Comment
“I’m so happy. I’m so excited. I know the Utah Jazz fans are crazy and I love them. I will bring the team
toughness and post moves, rebounding everything. I will try to do everything to make the playoffs.”
What was the feeling like when you heard your name at number three?
“First of all, I felt great because it’s the Utah Jazz. I have family there. Like Mehmet Okur plays there too, so
it’s kind of like my family. So I was very happy.”
On the Jazz watching him practice back in November
“I just tried to show my best. No one had seen me play yet so I just tried to show myself.”
On playing one-on-one with Head Coach Tyrone Corbin in Chicago
“It was great. He was really tough. I’m just looking forward to playing with him one-on-one. He’s tough. I just
want to say he’s tough.”
On not playing this last season
“It was so difficult because I couldn’t play. I still didn’t give up. I knew in the end I would be fine. Right now,
I’m trying to help the Utah Jazz. I’m trying to bring more energy and everything.”
When did you realize you had skill in this game?
“I knew my skill when I first played basketball. I knew myself.”
Do you play other sports?
“I play ping pong.”
Closing Comments
“I just want to say thank you to the Miller family. Be ready Utah Jazz fans; Undertaker is coming