I think Andre responded from some tough things that happened from him and he did some good things,

We had a great preseason. The guys responded with what coach (George Karl) wanted early on in pace of the game, togetherness and defensive intensity. We've improved in those areas with a couple of setbacks, but we've improved each game.

They get along, that's a good way to phrase it, they get along well enough. I just think for the most part we're a quiet, hard-working group.

He got angry in a good way. He had just had enough and he responded in a manner that you'd expect a man and athlete of his caliber to respond. It was so noticeable. When he came off the mound, he had this look. It was really different. He was intense.

I think anytime we can do anything for anyone it's good. We just happened to be in a position where we could help out. … Anything that has to do with family and kids, it doesn't take much convincing for me.

I think not every improviser is a good stage actor. Certainly not every stage actor is a good improviser.