We hadn't played in awhile, so we were a little rusty in the beginning. But we got stronger as the game went on.

We said from the beginning that there were going to be ups and downs, and this is going to be particularly bad because we're playing four games in five nights and we're traveling.

If you found turkeys last year, you'll likely find them in the same place this spring. Things are beginning to green up and turkeys are starting to hang out in those open areas.

At the beginning, I said it was like the circus was coming to town and we were getting ring-side seats. Now, not only are they getting ring-side seats, but they are in the act. ... They are actually doing film work, which is great.

We are already beginning to see that played out with the fund-raisers that are being organized by Wynton Marsalis, Harry Connick Jr. and others, ... Music will be one of the catalysts that help revive the city.

Beginning next Thursday, it's a rat race around here until the end of the season because of the state tournaments.