That's not leadership. Irvine said there are no plans to remove Joe Smith from the starting lineup, despite his recent shooting trouble. In the last two games Smith has attempted 20 shots and made four. He needs to get his confidence back. It can be up and down.
Defense can be consistent.
You don't need confidence to play defense. You just need to work hard. You play the game on both ends. If you can set up your half-court defense, that's good. Jud Buechler will be activated for tonight's game with Dallas.