I don't think I'll hear anybody say, 'Coach, we've been there and done that,' but it might be thought of. Our season was an NIT season up to (the tournament).
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People would be foolish to go to sleep on the big 'Cats. They are a dangerous basketball team, particularly when they are mad or when their coach is mad, which I'm sure Tubby (Smith) is. It would be a huge mistake to go to sleep on those guys.Dave Odom
Well, obviously our team played very well. I think both teams played really well. For the third game in a row, we opened with a deficit. Guys kept their poise and composure. Came back, tied the game, and went ahead.
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That confirmed what I thought might happen. They were much more physical. Somewhere along the way we were going to be exposed. I was hoping it would be a little bit later (in the season).
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I think most veteran coaches (and) most fans understand that it is easier to create a tournament atmosphere, a basketball-like atmosphere in a building that is made for basketball. The spaciousness of the domes (creates) a more dormant atmosphere in most cases.
Dave Odom
This was not an elimination game for us. But in our last four games, we've got to play much, much better than we did today.
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Our team showed great resolve. Both teams were short on bodies and had not a lot of depth, but neither was short on heart. We feel proud to come out a winner.
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