he is an independent who leans conservative. During a September 3, 2007 interview with the Ventura County Star, "While I do not identify with any one party, I was raised in a conservative household. But my politics are my own and not my parents. I believe in family values and small government. I really get into politics, but I like to keep my views to myself. That's all I will say. Let's talk Basketball and steer clear of controversy. I don't want to alienate any of my fans."