You can always play defense. No matter what you're doing offensively, defensively it's all about heart, hustle and toughness. I think that's what coach Lowery has instilled in us.

There's nothing like playing at home, especially when we have a big crowd here. I think we're going to come out ready to play. I know we're going to have a lot of intensity. It will be good to be back at home.

Every game counts. We're trying to win a championship. We can't afford a letdown. We know any loss could be crucial in trying to win an MVC championship.

I felt real confident with them (Clemmons and walk-on guard Austin Brooks) being on the court. Everyone did. They just made some huge plays, steals. Both of them worked together to get a couple key baskets.

If I was open, I would have shot it. I was trying to draw defenders so I could kick it out, and Randal made himself open for me.

I know he tends to float that way, whether or not he does it on purpose. He's able to find places where the defense can't find him.