Washington vs. No. 18 Arizona

Arizona assistant coach Book Richardson gathers in guard Parker Jackson-Cartwright (0) for a talk after he came off late in the second half against Washington at McKale Center, Thursday, Jan. 14, 2016, Tucson, Ariz. Kelly Presnell / Arizona Daily Star

β€œThey’re a transition team. They average 76 (points) a game so they’re trying to play with pace and tempo, and McKnight is really aggressive. He’s efficient and he’s not afraid of the moment. He can play anywhere in the country. He’s a really strong right-hand driver but he can do it all. If you’re not honest with him, he’ll hit the (jump) shot. Tucker’s not a three-point shooter but he’s a facilitator. Hoehn has good range and can stretch defenses. Lopez is productive because he offensive rebounds the ball. He’s had eight in two games. Matasovic is really skilled, has a mature game. Barnett is really athletic. He’s undersized (at power forward), but he can pick it.” and drive. He’s an offensive rebounder as well.” β€” UA assistant coach Book Richardson, who scouted the Pioneers Β 


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