Not my credit - taken from the comments section of the video. Q: It seems that with your improvement and the team's progress, and the leadership you've taken on, you're getting more recognition around the league-both in the media and from other teams. I also heard you were mentioned as a candidate for MIP. Are those things you think about? Do you feel like you are more well-known, that you are treated differently? A: I feel like a lot of people respect my game and compliment me more about my season and what I'm doing. It happened before Portland as well, but especially this year, I've been hearing a lot of compliments. And that's part of the thing, you know-players cheering on other players. There's definitely a buzz, people are talking, you know, that's something that comes with growth and performance. Q: You're going to play with the national team this summer-how do you see that contributing to your continued career here as an NBA player? A: I think representing my country is really important. I really love playing with the national team. I think it'll prepare me for next season, both in terms of fitness and leadership. I'm already excited to play with the guys-it's something I can't give up.
@Pinwheel1 Thanks for posting these. Finally got to them. The honesty and humility is so refreshing compare3d tot he decade of pompous interviews we got from NO. I came away even more excited for next season. Continuity in the front office can go a long ways towards effecting on court play. I love the unity i'm seeing. They are trying to build off of a sound foundation of defense first and I personally love it. Stay the course.
