Anthony Black always has a chip on his shoulder.
That is the way he likes to play and that is why he plays with such ferocity and tenacity.
The sixth overall pick in the NBA Draft staked out his reputation as an ace defender, getting after players and guarding almost anyone on the perimeter with his size and athleticism.
He led the SEC in minutes played at 34.9 minutes per game. And he played the NCAA Tournament second round against Kansas on a badly sprained ankle, gutting through the game and helping his team to a win.