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Oats discusses the identity of his team as one rooted in hard work and a blue-collar mentality, despite their flashy style of play. The focus is on speed, spreading the floor, and playing with freedom—traits that manifest in their impressive stats, such as their second ranking in defensive rebounding in Division One. With a historical context, he emphasizes that Alabama strives to play fast and defensively, drawing comparisons to past champions like Kentucky in 1952.
While Oats acknowledges that his team may not be perfect defensively, he is proud of notable victories, like their win against hard-nosed Houston, showcasing the potential for defensive prowess when needed.