Liberty, which has an 8-1 record in the Big South, is trying to focus on the defensive end this season.

The Flames are 14-7 overall.

Liberty entered their latest game boasting the best defense in the Big South, holding opponents under 64 points per game.

“We’re trying to lock down on the defensive end,” point guard Jesse Sanders said. “We’re trying to be the toughest team every time we step out on the court, no matter (who we are playing). We may not always be the biggest or the most talented, but we always want to be the toughest team."