Watch: 9 best things Arizona Wildcats said after routing Cal Poly
Best moments from Arizona's postgame press conference after the Wildcats handled Cal Poly at McKale Center.
Dylan Smith gets hot from 3, Ira Lee returns in UA's 82-61 win
UpdatedArizona now has a 2-0 record after the Wildcats handled Cal Poly 82-61 Sunday afternoon.
Graduate transfer Ryan Luther led the way with 17 points on 3 of 5 shooting from 3-point range. Chase Jeter recorded a career-high 16 points and 6 rebounds.
The Wildcats returned Ira Lee to the rotation who was suspended for the season opener against Houston Baptist after his DUI citation in August. The 6-foot-7 Lee came off the bench and earned some minutes as the backup center. Lee had a game-high 8 rebounds and scored 6 points.
Arizona bursted to a comfortable lead after a 30-4 run in the second half, which was sparked by Dylan Smith's two 3-pointers. Against Houston Baptist, Arizona committed 13 turnovers, but only had seven against Cal Poly.
Luther, Lee and Sean Miller spoke to the media following Sunday's win, here's what they had to say.
Dylan Smith the next Kyle Fogg?
UpdatedSean Miller on Dylan Smith’s performance against Cal Poly: “There aren’t too many players that play harder than Dylan.” Miller also compares Smith to former Wildcat Kyle Fogg. pic.twitter.com/7V8tsl1Xsu
— The Wildcaster (@TheWildcaster) November 12, 2018
Team getting comfortable
UpdatedRyan Luther and Chase Jeter on adjusting to each other as a team: pic.twitter.com/UmxdyG857T
— The Wildcaster (@TheWildcaster) November 12, 2018
Turnovers were point of emphasis
UpdatedChase Jeter says taking care of the ball was a focal point for Arizona. pic.twitter.com/V5YmcnSNCI
— The Wildcaster (@TheWildcaster) November 12, 2018
Out to prove a point
UpdatedSean Miller says Arizona’s sophomores Ira Lee, Brandon Randolph, Emmanuel Akot and Alex Barcello are out to prove they’re better from a year ago. pic.twitter.com/bLhPSAoRho
— The Wildcaster (@TheWildcaster) November 12, 2018
Ira Lee's help
UpdatedChase Jeter and Ryan Luther on Ira Lee returning to the rotation: pic.twitter.com/tyPviXEEQG
— The Wildcaster (@TheWildcaster) November 12, 2018
Why does Chase Jeter roll up his shorts only on the right leg?
UpdatedWe have an answer! Why does Chase Jeter roll up his shorts on his right leg?“It’s just my thing.” pic.twitter.com/AaRRxsUbZn
— Justin Spears (@JustinESports) November 12, 2018
Brandon Williams impressing Miller
UpdatedSean Miller praises Brandon Williams for his 13 assists and 0 turnovers over two games. pic.twitter.com/vWU1CAsrLA
— The Wildcaster (@TheWildcaster) November 12, 2018
Ira Lee adds depth
UpdatedSean Miller on the return of Ira Lee: pic.twitter.com/3t0JZo2Ap3
— The Wildcaster (@TheWildcaster) November 12, 2018
Richard Jefferson as a broadcaster
UpdatedSean Miller on Richard Jefferson joining Pac-12 Networks: “It’s good to have an Arizona guy behind the microphone.” pic.twitter.com/gRorh2Otqo
— The Wildcaster (@TheWildcaster) November 12, 2018
More information
- Seen and Heard: Richard Jefferson's new job, Ira Lee's return and Dylan Smith's 3s
- Arizona-Cal Poly postgame: On Wildcats' depth, Williams' assists, and Jeter's rolled-up shorts
- Finally at full strength, Arizona Wildcats dominate second half to beat Cal Poly
- Balanced effort leads Arizona Wildcats to 82-61 win over Cal Poly
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