I just think we have to get the intensity up at the start of the game and get motivated. Treat these like playoff games, because that's what they are for us.

I think anytime you play a game like that it makes you more determined. Nobody likes to end their season with a loss. And while it's been an excellent season up to this point, we're still learning and striving to improve. It's an ongoing process. We still can get better.

It's the Coliseum - we know that. We just try to treat it like another game. If you want to be the best, you have to beat the best.

You have got to take into account the intensity of the game. We get a feel after the game, the physical toll it has taken on the players. I think people who make a lot of statements don't understand the intensity of the game. Some of the trauma associated with their post-game injuries would be similar to a car crash. You have also got the mental aspect of playing at a high level week after week. It is a totally different environment that we are talking about.

The intensity was really high. I think Sean (XU coach Miller) has a tremendous team, without question an NCAA Tournament team. We had our chances in regulation and in overtime and just did not make enough plays.

The intensity of your desire governs the power with which the force is directed.