Arizona's Tommy Lloyd has cryptic response to North Carolina rumors

Arizona head coach Tommy Lloyd continues to try to distance himself from the North Carolina rumors, but he is not being very convincing.

Lloyd was asked once again about speculation linking him to the Tar Heels head-coaching job on Thursday, two days before his team takes on Michigan in the national semifinal at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Indiana. Lloyd tried to deflect the question by saying that his total focus was on Arizona.

“I’ve got my full focus on this team. Nothing is distracting me,” Lloyd said. “That’s just how I’ve decided to approach it. I thought we had a really good practice today. I’m excited to plan for practice tomorrow.

“I’m a simple guy. I’m kind of just one thing at a time. I’m not a multitasker. You can ask my wife. I’m 100 percent locked in on Arizona basketball right now, and I’m excited to see what this team can do. I have a real strong belief in this team, and this team deserves my full attention, so that’s what I’m giving them.”