The West just got tougher. This is a product of free agency. We're big boys. We understand that.

The boys are pretty upset about the free-throw shooting, but it's sectional time and the rims get a little tighter. We shoot between 68 and 70 percent, so that's unusual for us.

We'd definitely play for that-the Barron County Chargers or something like that. We're small-town boys, we're family, so we'd love to keep playing together.

It's just the reality of the global market. It's certainly a trend that's not going to go away. The NBA is going to find the best players, whether from here or [overseas].

He's a big guy who can rebound and defend, and he's got a lot of playoff experience.

Just what he's meant on and off the court, he's impacted everyone from fans to the front office. Ultimately, it's our responsibility to do what's in the best interest of the Dallas Mavericks, but Michael has a special place in Mark's heart, my heart, and a special place in the franchise. At the end of the day, this just feels right.