He will give the safest answer:
Don’t worry I am okay. When I find the right one you may be the first to know… 
OR
Watchya you doin’ tonight? And the ‘curious girl’ who is asking the question will melt like the ice cream in oven.. 
If he is a player then it may be difficult to make him sit at sideline…and watch others play.
Chances are he will end up with someone who is better at playing.