Quote board: Luka Doncic, Derrick Jones Jr. and Jason Kidd talk to the media……
After beating the Rockets, Jason Kidd, Doncic, and Jones spoke with reporters on site
Luka Doncic
(On Mavericks guard Kyrie Irving’s performance in the third quarter of tonight’s game…)
“Yeah, he can go off [at] anytime. There were a couple of insane layups, which isn’t insane for us because we see it all the time. But his play has been amazing, and his leadership has been amazing. We are just happy to have him on our team.”
(On what went through his head when he decided to shoot a hook shot in a clutch fourth quarter moment tonight…)
“That I am going to make it.”
(On his defensive performance tonight…)
“I think I have been very good defensively, but I know people aren’t going to say that. But my team knows that, and the coaches know that. I think we are improving. Not just me, but the team, too.”
(On what areas of his defensive game are improving…)
“Just all of it: energy, reading the game, IQ and using more hands. Just more energy.”
(On playing against Rockets forward Dillon Brooks tonight…)
“I love playing against him. I always say I respect him so much for what he does. I like playing against him. It is always fun.”
Derrick Jones Jr.
(On a win tonight after losing to the L.A. Clippers on Saturday…)
“[It was] very satisfying. I’m pretty sure my teammates hate losing as much as I hate losing. So, I know everybody had a sour taste in their mouth after losing that game. Personally, I lose sleep after losing, so I’m just glad we got a win. I can go to sleep tonight.”
