[We] just wanted to play everyone tight. That's what prime-time players do in this league. Obviously, Rip is a prime-time player. |
A lot of guys are growing up before our eyes - like Gomes and West. This team is in a good groove. It's about being responsible for your role and being aggressive. |
A lot of guys are growing up before our eyes — like Gomes and West. |
A lot of the times, the ball came into my hands and everybody was watching. Memphis did a great job. When I would put the ball on the ground and come off the pick-and-roll, they would corral, trap with two or three guys and made me make the extra pass. |
All I can say is the same thing I've been saying all along. I'll lend him my full support. |
Both teams want to win and they want to do everything possible. You don't think about the fatigue factor. You're just trying to grind it out to get the win. |
Carmelo seemed like he was going to have a career night. But we buckled down and got the stops we needed. |
Coach was telling me that he's going to put me out there with those guys. Maybe I'm going to be the defensive stopper. |
Definitely it's different now. I think so. I think the ball is moving around a lot more. Guys are playing unselfish, looking for the next pass. I mean, I think it's obvious with the way the ball's swinging around that we're different. |
Even with all of the players that they have lost, they still have a great team. Kenny Thomas stepped it up and knocked down the key shots. We knew that they have capable players, and by no means did we take them for granted. |
Everybody knows it's for the region championship but at the same time, you've got to go play the same game you've been playing all year. We're excited about the opportunity and we look forward to the challenge. |
For the most part, we did get good shots. I thought we moved the ball well. The ball just didn't bounce my way today. |
He brought great energy to the whole arena when he came in. That's basketball and the crowd wants to get behind you -- especially if you play well. They probably would have booed if he didn't. |
He did a lot, not only for me, but for this team, for the young players. He did a phenomenal job. |
He has the ability. He has a great feel for the game. I just think it was a matter of him getting the experience. |