A few of my mates which are nonetheless again residence down there, they’ve their watch events. All people will get collectively and watches among the video games throughout work. They ship you photos of newspapers, in order that they’re undoubtedly tuned in, for positive, as a result of I symbolize the Bahamas in all places I’m going.
How does this playoff run mentally examine to final yr’s run for you?
It’s much more totally different. At first, final yr, I used to be constructing confidence as we received additional and additional within the playoffs and going to the finals. However this, confidence isn’t a factor no extra. That’s out the window. I’ve seen all of it. I do know what I can do.
How a lot, if any, further motivation do you’ve gotten going up in opposition to Luka Doncic, given that you simply have been each drafted in the identical class and that you simply’re always being in comparison with him?
There’s not motivation. I’m joyful for the person, no matter wherever it takes us, as a result of I take satisfaction in being part of this class and us being the very best draft class of all time. Clearly, via the competing, we’re making an attempt to beat one another up, however on the finish of the day I’m by no means motivated by any person else’s success.
You turned a father final yr. What has fatherhood taught you about your self?
I undoubtedly stopped loads of dangerous habits early.
Like what?
Like the best way I eat. The way in which I sleep at night time. Simply being aware of time. I’m very, very cautious about time and figuring out time and place, particularly with a toddler. And simply representing myself the easiest way I can, on and off the court docket.
Is your son going to play ball such as you?
Oh, sure! As soon as he sees a ball, he’s on the lookout for his hoop, like: “The place’s the ring? The place’s the ring? I’m prepared.” Then you definately go it to him. I say: “Go to alley oop. Go to alley oop.” And he catches it and dunks it at 1 yr outdated.
