Our bench brought us a lot of energy. We need Eric and Sean [McCurdy] to continue to push the ball and bring energy.

197

There is still a long way to go. It would be great to go up to Rupp Arena and get a win.

185

I think that's a sign we're growing up. We wanted to maintain a double-digit lead.

182

I won't be paying attention. I'll be focusing on the ball trying to win.

173

Coming into the game, we felt like we had more athletic ability in the paint. We didn't expect them to be big-time shot-blockers. So our guards penetrated and our big men did some good work inside.

165

We were more aggressive and got the ball to the interior.

154

I thought maybe the defender would grab my arm. He didn't. But coach (Stan) Heath didn't say anything. He knows I'm going to take a bad shot every once in awhile.

149

I think people think we are very talented but haven't gotten over the hump, but I think we have now. I think we showed that tonight.

147

I want to win the game. I take it upon myself as a senior to make sure that we don't lose close games like we have in the past.

129