Also, Carter added several references to California, because she was living there at the time.

But playing for a legitimate contender, Carter could add a new label to that list: winner.

Then after the game, Carter added an apology would only be a beginning.

Carter scored 31 points, had 11 rebounds and added a career-high 10 assists.

Carter added the final run in the fifth with a one-out homer.

Carter, warming to the subject, added, "Without a doubt since he's been here, my job has been a lot easier."

Carter hesitated and then added sheepishly: "That is my biggest one.

"I want each of you to hear that now," Carter added.

"I'll take my winnings whenever you care to pay me," Carter added.

A renewed use of awareness-raising campaigns would be more effective, Carter added.