We wanted to tempo the game defensively to get some run outs. We wanted them to play fast.

We have a refuse-to-lose mentality. We played pretty well. We played intense. We didn't play smart, but I can't remember a better game.

I still think our best ballgame is ahead of us. But I can't convince them of that. They have to convince themselves.

He's a guy that stays focused and gets after things.

Michael and the rest of these guys are very competitive and they hate to lose.

He's getting better and better. He just has to learn to play lower, which he's working on. His hands are excellent. I'm pleased with him.