We wanted to come out and put our foot down and let people know that we are a good basketball team.

She never saw an open shot. She's really worked hard to make herself a really good basketball player.

It might have looked more physical, but I thought it was the perfect type of basketball game. It was a game I'd like to play in any time.

I told him that the NBA will always be there.

His body needs (the break). It's kind of good because he's a big part of our team. We've won some games without him, but we kind of need him. We know we need him for the stretch. (The All-Star break) just gives him time to rest and other guys to rest, too.

Honestly, if you had asked me if this was possible at the start of the season, I would have said yes. We have talented guys and it's just a matter of us playing together, so I'm not surprised.