The Sports Inquirer spoke with Georgia State men's basketball head coach Ron Hunter before his team's practice on Jan. 8. The Panthers' stayed perfect in Sun Belt Conference play with a 73-69 road win against Texas State on Jan. 5. Topics included thoughts on the win, the Panthers defensive effort particularly on opponents' three-pointer attempts, the team's upperclassmen providing leadership particularly Malik Benlevi and preparing to host Louisiana on Jan. 10.