Q: With Jermaine Beal and AJ Ogilvy gone you will be looked to as more of a leader this year, how prepared are you for that?

I’m really prepared. I’m making sure guys are doing the right thing, talking to guys a lot more on and off the court. Working the hardest, leading by example, and taking the freshmen under my wing.

Q: What are your expectations for this season for you? For the team?

I just want to make sure I do my part on offense and defense. I want to make sure I do what I can to help the team win. I think we will be very good, we have a lot of experience, and I expect us to get better everyday.

Q: What would it take for you to leave for the NBA after this season?

If I am doing everything right, being smart, playing good basketball the NBA will work itself out at some point.