Amar’e Stoudemire and Carmelo Anthony of the New York Knicks attend EPIX premiere of Amar’e Stoudemire IN THE MOMENT on April 18, 2013 in New York City
On Thursday evening The Source was on the red carpet for the New York premiere of the Epix Original Documentary “Amar’e Stoudemire: In The Moment” at Marquee Nightclub. The film chronicles Stoudemire’s childhood, career, struggles with injury, fatherhood, and playing on the Knicks. “I wanted this to be very organic, I just wanted the viewers to know that it’s pure, I don’t want to edit it, I don’t want to correct anything. I want them to see the actual footage, how it is,” Stoudemire said of the documentary.
Other notables in attendance included Timbaland, Iman Shumpert, Patrick Ewing, Chris Copeland, Carmelo Anthony and Tyson Chandler, to name a few.
Round 1 of the NBA Playoffs is today with the New York Knicks set to play the Boston Celtics. Stoudemire will have to sit this game out as he recovers. He told reporters,”It’s frustrating to the point that I’m battling injuries, but it’s also phenomenal knowing that what I actually started is happening…I think we got a great chance to win the title.”
When asked when he is returning to the court, he said, “Hopefully soon. We’ll see…No, I’m not nervous more so I just want to be healthy and strong and in top shape to be able to play.”
Check out our exclusive video of Stoudemire on the red carpet:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZfRAg9K0Quc&feature=youtu.be
Q: What can fans expect from this documentary?
AS: The fans can expect inspiration. Something that I think would be great for all the viewers is to actually get a chance to experience my childhood upbringing and also my time here in New York.
Q: What most surprised you about the process of making a doc?
AS: I just think having cameras around is surprising. It’s a little bit new for me to just have cameras follow me everywhere I go.
Q: What first came to mind when you found out you were coming to play for the New York Knicks?
AS: The first thing that went through my mind was the challenge of turning this team around and trying to make a great team out here in New York, so that was the first challenge, first thing that came to my mind and I was able to accomplish that.
Q: What advice do you have for anyone coping with injuries?
AS: Perseverance is always the way to go. You have to stay mentally prepared. You have to make sure you have some self discipline in order to recover.
Q: What’s the best cardio exercise for anyone with knee injuries?
AS: Pool is always the best way to get in shape. You can’t really apply pressure on your leg. You just got to hop in the pool and swim.
“Amar’e Stoudemire: In The Moment” Trailer:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3OIdQLYCPPQ
