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Cuonzo: "Obviously it's been a good week." Guys finally playing like I knew they were capable of playing.

Cuonzo: Kenny Hall can play the 4, but he's better at the 5. Another reason why the 4-guard lineup works better for us.

Cuonzo: "It's amazing what confidence can do for you. We're the same team. We haven't changed anything."

Cuonzo: The true gauge of a basketball player is whether he can score when his shot isn't falling.

Cuonzo on whether Vols need to avoid being overconfident: "I'd rather them be happy than sad. I've seen sad. I don't sleep when it's sad."

Cuonzo: Jarnell Stokes and LSU's Johnny O'Bryant III will be a fun matchup to watch on Tuesday night.

Video from GoVolsXtra: Coach Martin talks about the Vols' demeanor and how a couple of wins can make all the difference

Video from GoVolsXtra: Cuonzo Martin talks about the Vols' next opponent: LSU. Martin also discusses the SEC standings, particularly Florida.

Video from GoVolsXtra: Cuonzo Martin talks about his team's ability to accept their changing roles on the Tennessee basketball team "like a man."