It's only been two games that the Utes have used their new starting lineup, but already they're feeling as if having sophomore guard Luka Drca running the point gives them a greater sense of urgency on offense.

"He wants to push the ball more," forward Shaun Green said, "in transition off of makes, off of misses. He always yells at us to get the ball out faster so he can push the ball up the floor and explore before he gets the play call from coach. I think that has helped us immensely."

For his part, Drca said it's always a greater challenge to start a game rather than come off the bench -- he had played behind junior Tyler Kepkay all season, until last week -- but he feels as if he has adjusted to it well, as seemingly evidenced by his 15 assists against just five turnovers in the last two games.

"I'm just pushing the ball harder," he said. "We are running, even after made field goals. I think that's the main difference. We are playing faster."