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08:12 AM ET 03.08 | In advance of Saturday's regular-season finale at Tennessee, Missouri Coach Frank Haith had more than a few nice things to say about the Vols. Haith described the Volunteers as the "hottest team in the league." They've won seven of their last eight games, including Wednesday's 82-75 victory at Auburn, to climb back into consideration for an NCAA Tournament berth -- something that seemed unlikely after a 1-4 start to the Southeastern Conference season. Tennessee is led by Jordan McRae, who's averaging 19.5 points in SEC play and whom Haith said is "playing like a player of the year candidate." Haith also pointed to point guard Trae Golden and forward Jarnell Stokes, the SEC's leading rebounder during league play.

Columbia Daily Tribune

Cuonzo Martin, Icon Sports

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March 8, 2013 08:22 AM ET

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Don't Peak Too Early, Bros.

I Love LA

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March 8, 2013 09:15 AM ET

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Haith is correct, but it's also coachspeak that's trying to put a gameface on his players. Nothing wrong with that.

But there is something wrong with claiming a victory over Aubie as anything to be extra proud of. Aubie suxes mightily.

GR=O-6fan

Bumfrack, TX

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March 8, 2013 09:33 AM ET

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Originally posted 08:22 AM ET 03.08 by I Love LA

Don't Peak Too Early, Bros.

Said every Hurricane fan down here.

*Sigh*

South_Florida_Sports

West Palm Beach, FL

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March 8, 2013 09:33 AM ET

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"The REAL UT"..........in basketball!

LUS>ARKY

Time to pay the Man......

I<3 Corndogs!!

WPS

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March 8, 2013 09:37 AM ET

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Originally posted 09:33 AM ET 03.08 by South_Florida_Sports

Said every Hurricane fan down here.

*Sigh*

Still plenty to play for, it's wayyyy too early to count them out.

GR=O-6fan

Bumfrack, TX

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March 8, 2013 10:32 AM ET

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I got nuttin'.

Joe Kidd #1

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March 8, 2013 12:06 PM ET

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I watched LSU vs. A&M bball the other night. It was refreshing to see some junior and senior leadership on the court. There was actually some defense being played too. Much more interesting than watching a bunch of freshmen run and dunk and trade baskets.