Devonte’ Graham on tournament shooting woes: ‘It’s all about winning’

OMAHA, Neb. — Devonte’ Graham didn’t have his most efficient games in the first weekend of the NCAA tournament. Still, the KU guard wasn’t worried about having to shake off his combined 10-for-31 shooting performance against Penn and Seton Hall.

“I’m fine. That game (against Seton Hall) didn’t bother me,” Graham said. “At the end of the day it’s all about winning. Stats don’t really matter at this time of the year.”

Speaking off winning, Graham was asked about the success of the Big 12, which has four teams in the Sweet 16. Graham said he was happy for all the Big 12 teams, a statement that piqued the interest of one nearby reporter.

“Even K-State?” the reporter asked.

“Even K-State,” Graham repeated.