So yes it has been more than three months since the Spurs lost in the NBA Playoffs, which still stings. I think for many of our fans, it's gotten to the point where it's more of a surprise if the Spurs do NOT win it all. In San Antonio the goal is always to win a championship so we always have high expectations and last year we came close so it gives us even more motivation to try to do it again this year.

Since I first got involved with weplay, I've been thinking a lot about how I can share my lessons with you guys. As far as dealing with a big loss, there's no perfect way to handle a big loss. You know everyone reacts differently. But the best thing you can do is try to learn from it and make sure you improve and see what you can do better to make sure you don't get into that position anymore. Just always try to do what it takes to win the next time.

For new players and kids learning how to play the game, you have to have fun with it. You have to have fun when you play basketball and then as you grow and it becomes more competitive, then you have to try to do your best and think about getting better. But for beginners, I would just try to have fun and enjoy the game.

It's important to have a family that's supportive, and I've been really lucky in that regard. I talk to my brothers and my family all the time. We try to make sure we see each other all the time. Especially right now you can always go on the computer and chat live and stay in touch. I get back home a decent amount, travel a lot and we make sure we spend time together.

No matter what, that's the most important lesson of all - always make the most out of the time you spend with family and friends.
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Hello again, Yes of course I realize it has been some time since I last gave an update and I apologize for that, letting LeBron and everyone else have all attention to themselves.

After the NBA season ended now nearly three months ago, I went on vacation for almost two months, traveling in Europe, going to events like the European Championship. I went to see my brother play, he won the championship in France so that was nice for me to see him play.

As far as working out on the court, I didn't really do anything for those two months and then July 28th, I started practicing with my coach, shooting and running on the track and hitting the weights. Now every morning from 7:30 to 10, I practice and then in the afternoon I just rest, like I'm doing right now. You know, chilling, go to nice restaurants, see movies, that kind of thing. I think once mid September comes around, like when training camp is closer, that's when I start getting excited about next season starting. Oh, and I did get a little excited when the schedule came out because no we know who we're playing in that first game.

Of course, I'm also watching the Olympic Games with a lot of interest. I'm pulling for my friends and teammates to do well, of course, but I think the USA is going to win. They're a very, very good team. In my opinion, their toughest competition is Spain, but that was not an issue in the preliminary round. I think the U.S. has the team to win the gold this year.

The Olympics are an amazing event. One of my favorite childhood sports memories growing up was watching Michael Jordan play on TV and winning the gold medal in the Olympics. Of course, watching him play in general and winning championships with the Bulls was pretty awesome too.

I hope everyone is enjoying their summer and I'll be back soon with another update.
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