We have to play smart basketball from start to finish to have a better chance against Granny. We have to start well and not just play catch-up.

A lot of these kids are smart enough to do well in college, but a chance to play basketball is what motivates them to go. This is a great, great event.

They were aggressive and played smart basketball. That was the difference in the game. They'll give you a chance to get back into the game and just when you think you are back, they run right past you again.

He was a basketball junkie. Having his son play in this conference [the ACC] and be productive in this conference I think was something that was really special to him.

The main thing I told the players was we wanted to play good basketball, and we did. Then they threw the wild card at us.

They're going to run up and down, open up the floor, use their athleticism and play some exciting basketball. It should be fun. I just hope it's not too much fun.