The more he was getting to know Anthony, the more Lillard was gaining a greater appreciation for him. He had always respected and liked what he knew about Anthony, but he was understanding there was a depth and a perspective to Anthony that was unique. “I mean, he just seems free,” Lillard said. “That might sound weird, but he just seems free. He’s like, man … I’m happy. I appreciate being here … and he has that type of spirit around him naturally, not even just on the court, but just him moving around. And you love to see that.”