Rupp Arena has seen countless stars grace its hardwood over the decades. But sometimes, it's not the points scored but the passion displayed that truly captures the heart of Big Blue Nation. On Friday night against No. 1 Purdue, the transfer from Alabama Mo Dioubate instantly became that player.
'Guts spilling out all over the floor'
because of foul trouble. But his impact transcended statistics. He played with a ferocious energy, diving for loose balls, battling relentlessly on the glass, and bringing a palpable intensity every second he was on the court.
Mark Pope saw it immediately.