I'm going to look hard at the chemistry someone brings from the other four guys on the court. I still see a positive ending available to this team, but we have to do our part.

The rule is specifically made for guys like him. [It's for] guys who aren't really considered in that realm of first round draft pick ... Ronnie is going to make sure he doesn't do anything to jeopardize his ability. He wants to find out exactly where he is. Myself, the coaching staff and his teammates all support him. We just want to make sure he works hard and continues to work on his education while he's here.

Steven always guards the other team's best front-court player. He relishes that role. But he's got to defend without getting in foul trouble.

When [our big guys] are involved, they are more assertive, but we never got them involved in the offense.

Maybe three or four years ago (eight wins) was the plateau and then maybe three or four years ago the Big East had some teams at 9-7 that didn't get in. Since then, I think there has been a little insecurity.

Sometimes, you just find that chemistry with some guys. I think that's what's going on with me and Toni. He's an easygoing guy. He never blinks. He never stresses up. It makes it easy for me. The chemistry is just there.