When Ryan Anderson was in Toronto this weekend he talked with Hoop Addict about leading the NBA in three-point shooting percentage, how Gus Armstead helped him prepare for his rookie season and he shared some of his highlights from his rookie season.

Ryan McNeill: I hear you worked out with Gus Armstead this summer to prepare for your rookie season in the NBA. What kinds of things did you guys do to prepare for this season?
Ryan Anderson: I prepared with other NBA guys. He helped me develop my game off the dribble because people know me as being a shooter. He helped develop me as an all-around player.

McNeill: While doing research for the game I was impressed you shrugged off the attention of leading the NBA in three-point shooting percentage. Why did you brush off this personal accolade?
Anderson: I’m just trying to play my game and help my team. I’m willing to do whatever it is (to help the team win). They want me to take my open shots, work the ball around. Basically just be a spark off the bench. It’s a great honour to be up there for best three-point percentage – that’s an amazing accomplishment – but it’s not something I’m focused on too much. I’m just trying to play.

McNeill: What’s been the biggest adjustment going from college to the NBA?
Anderson: Just the speed of the game. Everyone’s at the peak of their athleticism, strength and playing ability. You’re playing with guys who are 10 years older than you so it’s a big adjustment but if you can just be smart about things and play your game then you can fit in and make an (impact).

McNeill: What have been some of the highlights of your rookie season so far?
Anderson: We went to Europe, that was an amazing experience, and playing against great players like Kevin Garnett. Just getting to know my teammates and getting involved in my community has been an awesome opportunity and experience so far.

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