Did him saying back then that you had more room to grow as a player make you believe that was true?
Oh yeah. Oh yeah. It makes you want to keep working. That’s about it. It gives me a lot of confidence.
Did you take any extra motivation from your name coming up in the Kevin Love trade rumors?
A little bit. I was very happy. But I did take it as motivation. I had to prove they made the right decision. But I also look at the bright side of everything. It also meant that I’m wanted. It did motivate me to prove them right, and show them they made the right decision, and just keep working.
Favorite movie?
Oh, man. Such a deep question. The one movie I can literally watch over and over again and it puts me in a good mood is “Happy Gilmore.” I can watch that movie non-stop and it gets me in a good mood. Shooter McGavin is my favorite movie villain of all-time.
Pretty amazing character right?
He’s so good.
You have a favorite scene?
Probably when Shooter is talking mess to the guy who he calls Bigfoot, and he says, “That’s physically impossible, sir.” “Happy did it.” “Well, good for Happy — Oh My God!” That’s the movie I can watch over and over again.
Favorite TV show?
“Family Guy,” probably. It’s hilarious. I’ve been watching it since I was a little kid, and it’s consistently funny.
Favorite food?
This is weird when I say this, but if you can make a good gyro, that’s like my favorite food. I love a good gyro, with the lamb and pita bread … so good.