"I've been in and around this league for a long, long time.I don't know how far you'd have to go back to find a young man who can lead like he can and still play at the very highest
level.
"I don't think I've ever seen one who has as much focus, commitment and the level to produce throughout 40 minutes of basketball. The kid is a great player. In my opinion, if you take Shane Battier out of that lineup, it would be devastating."
Odom On Battier