The Damian Lillard background

Lillard is working out with the ASTI guys in his pre-draft efforts and Anthony Eggleton and Aalim Moor II offered, "we are so proud of Dame, of what he has accomplished and how hard he is working. He is continuing the tradition and part of the evolution."

Oakland Rebels Coach Ray Young also deserves a major shout out for his lifelong work with Lillard.

It takes a village and Lillard has his personal family plus an extended network of individuals aiding the successful effort.

It's also wonderful to see him acknowledge those preceding him in the Oakland basketball tapestry.

Additionally, Dame speaks about loyalty, hard work, his affiliation with the Oakland Rebels club team, growing up in Oakland, choices and more.