How can I get his attention?

Why would you tell him that your friend said he was hot? It only seems like you wanted to boost his ego by telling him everyone thinks he's hot. I think what's important to say to someone is what you think and your perspective on things. If you speak in terms of your perspective, it shows others your confidence and that you don't need someone else to validate what you think.

I think you blew this one. Although you think guys play mind games, just remember that most guys don't mess around and they go after what they want. Well, I know when I go to the mall with my girl, I already know what I want so I get it and I'm done. On the other hand, she likes to look around and shop around. Women don't know what they want and guys usually do. So, I think you should just move on. Playing hard to get with him may spark some interest and curiosity and it may draw his attention back to you. Try it, you have nothing to lose.

I'd say he might be seeing if you get jealous, or maybe he's attracted to your friend. I know the guy I like asked me once if I could hook him up with my friend that he met one night to see how I would react. Guys are so stupid sometimes. But honestly friendship should come before any guy. Talk to your friend and if she'd rather pick him over you then I'd say forget about both of them.

Let me get this straight. You told a guy that he was hot and that your friend thought he was hot as well and now he only likes her? First of all, why in the world would you tell a guy you like that your friend thinks he's hot? And how do you know he only likes her because you said he was hot. Doesn't really make sense.