Robert Sarver Quotations

Bryan has decided that his preference is to leave the Suns, and under those circumstances, we saw no other option other than to accept his decision.

From the get-go, our entire intention was to sign Joe Johnson . As I read some of the reports and listen to some of the commentary about how we kind of duped our fans or tricked our fans or whatever, it's just totally false. We went out of our way to do everything we could to sign Joe Johnson .

I wouldn't say it was difficult. We still get along.

I would say it did surprise me. When I heard Toronto was interested in talking to him, that didn't surprise me. The fact that he wanted to pursue it surprised me.

It could be on schedule; it could be three years from now.

Our involvement with the W Phoenix project further shows that we are committed to the revitalization of downtown and want America West Arena to remain the entertainment center,

Our people really enjoyed it here. The facilities are great, and we have a great relationship with the University of Arizona. It feels like home to me here.

Our commitment is to bring a WNBA Championship to Phoenix. In the last two seasons the Mercury have gone from a team that won just eight games to the doorstep of the playoffs. We will begin the search immediately for the person who can take us to the next level in our effort to bring a championship to our very loyal fans.

Our commitment is to bring a WNBA Championship to Phoenix, ... In the last two seasons the Mercury have gone from a team that won just eight games to the doorstep of the playoffs. We will begin the search immediately for the person who can take us to the next level in our effort to bring a championship to our very loyal fans.

I think our team will be better, ... I rely on the coach and GM for that and they're jazzed. The team is going to be a little different. The thing people need to remember is we've got some pretty smart people in the basketball organization and they're looking for the same thing everyone else wants.

We are truly fortunate to have one of the most respected and successful coaches leading our organization. Mike has been an integral part of our success and has been involved in all decision making. He will now lead our basketball operations, supported by the extensive talents within his department.

With all the plans being unveiled downtown, we are getting increasingly bullish about what is going to take place down there. We think this will be an iconic structure.

The passion, the determination and the heart that guy has is unbelievable.

The Gorilla has meant so much to the city of Phoenix, and he has taken on a life of his own. The community loves the Gorilla, and we're honored to see him inducted today.

Tucson is a big basketball city. The Wildcats are No. 1, but I think we're second.

Tucson is a big basketball city, ... The Wildcats are No. 1, but I think we're second.

At the time we bought the team, we agreed to a new three-year contract with Bryan. Dating back to last summer, I assured Bryan of my intention to extend his contract. I'm disappointed with Bryan?s decision but I wish him well.

At the time we bought the team (June 30, 2004), we agreed to a new three-year contract with Bryan. Dating back to last summer, I assured Bryan of my intention to extend his contract. I'm disappointed with Bryan's decision but I wish him well.

It's a waste of time and really kind of futile. (But) I think you do it because it makes you feel better.

In business, people wait until the story's finished and then judge whether it's good or bad,

I reached out to him a number of times.

The game was on TV and everybody saw it. I don't think I need to pile on . . . I thought they were going to call a foul (on Walton). But that's my view . . . If I'm going to give away 50 grand (via a fine by the league), I'm better off giving it to charity.

The mascot in Utah and in Denver shoot that shot all the time. I've never seen them make one.