Life in Greece is certainly becoming easier as I adjust to both the lifestyle and my new team.

I have really settled into my routine and I know what to expect with games, practices and travel. Lately, we have had some really good games where it seems like we can't be beat by the best team; on the other hand, we come out some nights and play like we could be defeated by anyone. 

Despite all of that, we are really beginning to bond more and we will only become better the more we spend time together.

As some of you may have heard, shortly before Christmas we signed Lionel Chalmers, a former L.A. Clippers point guard. That has turned out to be a very good acquisition for the team. Right from the first practice, he has been very supportive and positive to everyone, which I think is something we need. I know it is tough to make the adjustment to the international game, but Lionel has done pretty well so far and I am confident that he will continue to improve. 

A little while back, we went to Ljubljana, Slovenia, for a Euroleague game against Union Olimpija, and the trip started off interestingly. We began the journey by flying to Frankfurt, Germany, which is north of Slovenia, and then flying back down to Ljubljana as opposed to finding a more direct route. We get frustrated sometimes because it often seems as though we end up spending more time in the air than on the ground. 

After finally arriving at the hotel, something happened to me that I am sure most people would never want to experience. Four of us, with our bags in hand, made our way over to the lobby elevators. We entered the elevator and pushed the button designating the second floor. As soon as we began to move, I looked up and noticed that the elevator's maximum capacity allowed only 450 kilogram (about 1,000 pounds)! Just as I pointed that out, the elevator began to shake and suddenly stopped! 

So there we were, two big men and two guards with all of our stuff jammed in this small elevator in Slovenia. We pushed the alarm and began joking around at first, but then we realized it might be best not to waste our oxygen in case we were in there for a long period. 

It began getting hot so we started taking off our jackets. Shortly thereafter, we heard a man outside fiddling with a set of keys. After about 10 minutes, they finally opened the door and we were free. From there on out, we decided to take the stairs. It was an experience that I am sure none of us are soon to forget. 

That's it from my world. So long for now and GO AEK!