I think we've played extremely well down the stretch. We've had some games where we've really clicked defensively, and we've really been very consistent on the boards.

I think we're playing as well now as we have all year. We're really looking forward to the challenge.

This should be an outstanding game. They are a very, very good team. North Central is one of the best teams in the state, has one of the best players in the nation, and they've got an outstanding coaching staff. It's going to be a very tough test.

I hadn't been shooting the ball very well the last couple of games. I've been putting in extra practices. I knew things would turn around. I've been hitting shots in practice.

The thing about it now is the games don't count. We've got two weeks to fix the problem. The thing I observed tonight — after the picks, after the bad plays, he was still upbeat, he still took charge in the huddle.

He's had a horrific run with injury, and now he's missing more games. I don't know whether that's too smart in your developmental years.