*It was announced by sophomore guard Bijan Cortes before the game that he is stepping away from the game of basketball for personal reasons at this time.
Cortes has the full support from Moser and his teammates as he battles through whatever the personal issues are.
“We learned about that yesterday,” Hill said. “Coach told us, and we're always here for him. We love him and just can't wait for him to get back. That's pretty much it.”
Moser said Cortes will be welcomed back with open arms.
“My message to him is I love him. We miss him in this program,” Moser said. “And for Bijan all my prayers are for him. And want him — he’s going to be welcomed with absolutely open arms. The only thing he’s got from us is total love and support. He means a lot to our program. And my just thoughts and prayers and love is with Bijan. So we’re ready to embrace him whenever he feels he can come back.”
