It's great to see guys who had to work to get their positions in the league. No matter where it might be, they have stuck with it. They might have been in several different places or it may have taken certain players a while to get there, but they're a testament to what hard work is all about and it's good to see they're appreciated on an NBA team.
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We wanted to do something to show our appreciation and show his friends and family that we can come back. The schedule is so hectic he doesn't get to go home as much as he'd like, but this is a good opportunity for him to do it. There's not a lot of anxiety in the preseason. So it's just a lot of fun for Tim and his fans.Gregg Popovich
By and large, with all the publicity Bruce gets for his style of defense, I think he does a great job of containing his emotions, not letting a referee's call get to him or another player's comments. I think he does a great job of staying on high ground, just coming and competing and going home.
Gregg Popovich
It took him almost the whole game to feel comfortable with his shot. He had to hit the bathroom about seven or eight times during the game. We tried not to play him too many minutes in a row, tried to pace him in between bathroom runs.
Gregg Popovich
Tim not scoring, he doesn't care. He had six assists and led the team. ... He's unselfish enough to find guys on the floor and let them play.
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He was also the smartest guy on the team because he knew where to position himself. And he knew where everyone should be in that team defense. If they weren't there, he let them know it.
Gregg Popovich
They know they have to share the ball to win and they know Tim is always the common denominator. We're fortunate in that regard. If we had problems there ego-wise, it could develop into a pain in the neck.
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