Ryan from Hudson, PA

How do you get dribbling skills as good as yours? I practice everyday and I cannot shake anyone just by dribbling.

IVE: Just keep practicing.

Kelby from Ravenswood, WV

Allen, how old were you when you first started playing organized basketball?

IVE: I always played a lot of playground ball, but I started organized ball in junior high.

Alex from Zion, IL

What is your favorite number and letter? How does it feel to be in the NBA? Who is your favorite NBA player? If I was in high school and I got picked in the NBA Draft, should I go to college or to the NBA?

IVE: My favorite number is three. Its a dream come true...something I wanted all of my life. I admire Maurice Cheeks. Each situation is different...you've got to do what's best for you as a person...it was the right time for me.

Marie from Sacramento, CA

I'm so happy for you for getting the Rookie Of The Year award! I was wondering, since you had such an awesome year are you going to try to top yourself next year? Also, are you planing on going on any talk shows or anything in the off season? I LOVE seeing you on TV...

IVE: I'm always looking to better myself. I have nothing scheduled for the summer as of yet. I'm looking to do more during the season.

Jim from Cuyahoga Falls, OH

How did you perfect your killer cross-over dribble? Also, are you adapting well to NBA defenses?

IVE: Practice! I just keep using my crossover on all of my opponents. Yes, I'm always looking to improve my skills.

J.R. from Seattle, WA

What does it feel like to play against Michael Jordan and beat him?

IVE: It feels great to beat out any opponent, especially one of the best in the world...but we never did beat the Bulls.

Yan from Beijing, China

Why do you want to play basketball?

IVE: Its something I do very well, and I enjoy the game.

Nick from Pittsburgh, PA

Question: How did you learn your crossover and how did it feel to shake Michael Jordan when you shook him with your crossover and shot a jumper in front of him?

IVE: I saw somebody doing it in the playground a while back and asked him about it - I've been practicing ever since. Like I said to J.R., it feels great to beat any opponent, especially one of the best