The context of the following conversation is Instead of practicing, Aubrey went to the library and read books. As a result, Aubrey didn't make the basketball team that year.:
Aubrey says I did not make the basketball team this year..
The friend responds I'm so sorry, I know you have been practicing a lot..
Aubrey responds Actually, I haven't. I went to the library and read books instead, so I didn't make it..
The friend responds It sounds like you didn't really want to play basketball..
Aubrey responds You're right. If I did, I would have practiced more..
The friend responds So maybe it's not such a bad thing after all..