Jerusalem (AFP) - The big man sat in a chair after practice, ice packs taped to his knees, and spoke about an upcoming basketball season that promises to be far different from the many others he has known.
Amar'e Stoudemire was in Jerusalem, half a world away from the bright lights of New York City, where a Times Square billboard once heralded the former NBA star's arrival.
He was happy to be here, he stressed, having chosen to play where he feels he has a spiritual connection after a career -- and a life -- filled with struggle.