Men’s Basketball Quotes – Jan. 23, 2007 – Ohio State Buckeyes
1/23/2007 12:00:00 AM | Men's Basketball
Jan. 23, 2007
Jamar Butler, junior guard
On Northwestern
“This game will be tougher because we know what they are going to do and they know what we are going to do, so we have to execute. We’ll see a different Northwestern team because it is harder to play them at their own place because it’s a smaller arena and the fans are loud.”
On Mike Conley Jr.
From the first day I saw Mike play, I knew he would be a great point guard and he’s helping this team win because he knows how to run a team.”
Mike Conley Jr., freshman guard
On breaking the Ohio State freshman record for assists
“It’s a good accomplishment so far, but I’m more interested in what the team will do at the end of the season. I never thought about breaking the freshman records, but the team we have makes it easier.”
Thad Matta, Ohio State head coach
On Northwestern
“Both teams will look a little different in the first four minutes. Northwestern’s leading scorer (Kevin Coble) will play in this game which gives them another 3-point shooter and passer. He is another guy out there we have to know where he is at all times. Plus, knowing we have to be ten points better on the road than at home is the challenge.”
On Mike Conley Jr.
“Once Jamar (Butler) started shooting the ball well last year, I really thought both guys could play together because I knew how unselfish Michael (Conley Jr.) was. I think the book is still open on Michael (Conley Jr.). I love that Michael is still saying I can get better and that every day he comes in with a smile on his face and studies film.”
