N&O talks with Dennis Smith on the upcoming season

The N&O just released an in-depth interview with NC State freshman PG Dennis Smith and it’s a must read.

The more you read about Dennis Smith the more you understand why this kid is being listed in some mock drafts as the #1 pick. Sure, he has the elite athleticism and he’s got the perfect frame for a modern point guard, but that’s not what makes him special. The difference between Dennis Smith Jr and any other PG in this country is the way he’s wired. In this interview you get to see what we’re talking about.

Here are just the highlights from the article:

On expectations:
“I have a ton of confidence in myself, like every guy should.But I can’t control (expectations). All I can do is go out and try to win games.”

“I want to come in and win games and have a pretty good season, Ultimately I want to win a championship.”
On health:
“To go out there and play the way I did, it definitely reassured me that I did my rehab to my fullest ability.”