"To have LeBron, Derrick Rose and others who wore those ‘I Can’t Breathe’ shirts, that shows a level of involvement. It shows a depth to them beyond just being great ballplayers" – Outgoing U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder, on athletes being vocal on social issues (CHICAGO SUN-TIMES, 12/14).
"We didn't succeed, so I don't give us a very good grade. We were trying, sincerely, to get him signed, and wanted him to come back here" – Red Sox President & CEO Larry Lucchino, speaking at the team's Christmas at Fenway event, on failing to sign Cubs P Jon Lester (BOSTON HERALD, 12/14).
“This isn’t about money; FIFA’s worth billions, it’s about control. No one tells FIFA what to do. Funny how the biggest organizations are always the most insecure” – ESPN’s Kate Fagan, on FIFA playing the '15 Women's World Cup on turf (“The Sports Reporters,” ESPN2, 12/14).
“Prince William and Kate Middleton visited New York City this week. While they were here, they saw the Brooklyn Nets play against LeBron James and the Cleveland Cavaliers. LeBron finished with 18 points and one steal" – "SNL" cast member Colin Jost, during last night's “Weekend Update," on James putting his arm around Middleton while posing for a photo (“SNL,” NBC, 12/13).
