Clemson players share impressions of Kansas

OMAHA, Neb. — Ahead of a Sweet 16 showdown against No. 1 seed Kansas, Clemson forward Elijah Thomas wanted to be clear that the Tigers weren’t necessarily selling out to try and find a way to thwart Kansas’ style of play.

“We focus on ourselves,” said Thomas. “We don’t necessarily key in on players and what not. We just, you know, do us.”

Several Clemson players had praise for their Thursday opponent, but at the same time they were careful to note the stage wouldn’t be too big.

“They’re a good team,” said guard Marcquise Reed. “The ACC definitely prepared us for the NCAA tournament, going against top tier teams every night. Had the No. 1 team in conference. So it was just a lot of competition.”