John is a tough, hard-nosed player. To try and play in the condition he is in is a selfless act for this team and I respect him a lot for that.

They are tough, they get after you. They have quick hands and are hard-nosed. They drive so much and draw fouls. I am impressed with them. They have the toughness to compete in the Big East. They are tough guys.

He's a tough competitor. He really is. He's hard-nosed. He really goes for the ball.

I didn't like playing against him. He was a competitive, hard-nosed player. He brings a lot of grit and scoring to the table and that's why we got him.

They like to get it and go. They're quick, smart and hard-nosed. They play hard-nosed defense. They'll be a challenge.

He's a hard-nosed player. He's not afraid to mix it up and get in people's faces. That probably wasn't the best move on his part. But he doesn't give an inch.