The games don't get any easier from here. We've got Missouri-St. Louis up next, and they're playing extremely well right now.

The guys worked really hard to get out and contest shots, and we did a much better job of blocking out. We got off to a good start, which is always important. We're just happy to come away with a win.

I am proud of the guys. We tied for the West Division Championship. That's a heck of an accomplishment. Are we disappointed that we weren't able to win it out right at home in the last two games? I don't think there is any question. Our guys have put themselves in a position to compete for the conference championship.

His anticipation, ability to avoid screens and acceleration in the passing lanes is unlike any other player that I have ever coached.

I'm just thrilled and honored and very excited to be part of this. It's probably a tribute more to our team success than anything else -- and they were some of the greatest memories of my life.

The kids stepped up at the end and hit the shots. Give credit to (Northern Kentucky). We were adjusting to them all day. We had some guys with their tongues hanging out there, but we got through it.

They are one of premier programs in the country and have been for years. I have all the respect in the world for them.

It's a new season. Our focus is just on trying to win the next game.

It was a very tough game. I feel very fortunate to come out on top. I was really proud of the guys.

At halftime, we were talking about how it was fool's gold the way they were shooting.