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Rick Barnes wants 'a little less finesse, a little more nasty' out of Tennessee's JP Estrella
- Estrella aims to be a little more rugged and finish stronger, per coach cues and recent games.
- Estrella acknowledges a need to be nastier on drives and in the paint to finish plays.
- Tennessee wants Estrella to blend his scoring with a tougher defensive presence similar to Uros Plavsic.
- Estrella is averaging 9.1 points and 4.7 rebounds in 13.4 minutes but has recently seen limited playing time.
- Estrella has battled injuries this season but says his knee and ankle feel good and he’s been able to play.
- Estrella credits coaching for guiding him toward mixing scoring with physical play.
- Tennessee’s staff compares Estrella’s path to the late Uros Plavsic’s toughness and impact.
- Estrella's recent performance included a scoring foray early in the season with notable games.
- Estrella says the team wants him to tie in some Uros-like aggression into his game.
- Estrella is set to help No. 24 Tennessee face Kentucky with a more rugged approach.
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