College Basketball Thread

[jets future]

Whats good ppl didnt pitt win. what did i tell you guys, "pitt is so slow and they wont be able to control vcu" thats what i heard all the time

[jets future]

Its not even funny how badly I need Pitt to beat UCLA

...who am I kidding. I'm not going to win this thing.

Man Pitt is going to be at ucla., Ucla is bt that good and they always get lucky. time out did they win there conference championship? hmm why didnt they, umm cus they lost to 16-17 california.

[duckseason]

Man Pitt is going to be at ucla., Ucla is bt that good and they always get lucky. time out did they win there conference championship? hmm why didnt they, umm cus they lost to 16-17 california.
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Just thought I'd drop a subtle hint.

[Big Mike]

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Just thought I'd drop a subtle hint.

LOL HiLARIOUS

[jayceheathman]

Here come Iti and Hawkins.

Justin Hawkins didnt play well at all. It was such an awesome trip to Spokane although NMSU lost. :( Your ticket lasted for the whole 1st round so I got to stay and watch USC play Arkansas as well. Passos didnt get any calls and it seemed like Durant was getting everything. Fred Peete did nothing on one play and they called a foul on them. None the less, Texas took advantage by only missing one free throw the entire game. Elijah Ingram had the game of his career. He played great. If only NMSU could get back on defense and not allow those wide open dunks then the game would have been really close at the end.

[MP123]

Does anyone think UNLV can beat Wisconsin?

[thetedginnshow]

Does anyone think UNLV can beat Wisconsin?

I think it's easily possibly with Wisconsin not looking terribly impressive so far, the fact that they don't always play up to their potential, and the fact that UNLV really isn't that bad in the first place.

[MP123]

I think it's easily possibly with Wisconsin not looking terribly impressive so far, the fact that they don't always play up to their potential, and the fact that UNLV really isn't that bad in the first place.

The Rebels have three things that go wel for them. 1. They are a good free throw shooting team, which is important in close games. 2. They are a good three point shooting team. However, they need to take three pointers when they have open looks, not just to shoot them. Also, they shoot a lot of them in transition. 3. They play hard no matter what. This team has a lot of fight in them. If they fall behind, they will be out there fighting.

[cardsalltheway]

**** Lance Stemler.

[princefielder28]

Upset for the day:

Nevada over Memphis
USC over Texas

[throwback54milkman]

ESPN.com is obsessed with Kevin Durant. He's been the picture on the front page like everyday of the tourney- i'm sorry but Texas isn't that good, no chance they beat UNC.

[princefielder28]

ESPN.com is obsessed with Kevin Durant. He's been the picture on the front page like everyday of the tourney- i'm sorry but Texas isn't that good, no chance they beat UNC.

That's if they get to UNC! :)

[PalmerToCJ]

Upset for the day:

Nevada over Memphis
USC over Texas

I'll go Nevada over Memphis and UNLV over Wisconsin.

[P-L]

I need Nevada, Tennessee, and Virginia Tech to win today. If I get those three, I'll be in real good shape.

[princefielder28]

I need Nevada, Tennessee, and Virginia Tech to win today. If I get those three, I'll be in real good shape.

I'll hope for those 1st 2 but the 3rd one doesn't matter for me

[The Unseen]

I think it's easily possibly with Wisconsin not looking terribly impressive so far, the fact that they don't always play up to their potential, and the fact that UNLV really isn't that bad in the first place.

And they have ESPN with them. Tennessee had ESPN last year, and they barely won in the first round (last second shot) and lost in the second.

[princefielder28]

And they have ESPN with them. Tennessee had ESPN last year, and they barely won in the first round (last second shot) and lost in the second.

I think the Badgers can handle the media attention a little bit better than Tennessee given the veteran leadership

[Big Mike]

dammit - they cant stop JRReynolds

[sweetness34]

**** Lance Stemler.

Stemler was the reason you got back into that game. And if you rewatch that pass, Calloway didn't even go for the ball. No timeouts, he had to throw it in.

[princefielder28]

Tennessee is really starting to play good ball; Thank God!!! :)

[BuckNaked]

I need Nevada, Tennessee, and Virginia Tech to win today. If I get those three, I'll be in real good shape.

Same exact thing with me.

[Philliez01]

Of course, I pick Virginia and they lose in the end; that exemplifies my bracket this year.

[princefielder28]

Of course, I pick Virginia and they lose in the end; that exemplifies my bracket this year.

I know how you feel

[GB12]

Of course, I pick Virginia and they lose in the end; that exemplifies my bracket this year.

Not over yet.

[Philliez01]

Not over yet.

I guess but I've really come to hate that Cain guy on VA.

[TitleTown088]

I guess but I've really come to hate that Cain guy on VA.

Me too. He's such a dirtball.

[cardsalltheway]

Stemler was the reason you got back into that game. And if you rewatch that pass, Calloway didn't even go for the ball. No timeouts, he had to throw it in.

I realize that he was a huge part of them being in the game, but each of the three throw-in attempts were partially his fault. Next year is the year for the Hoosiers, Big Ten title here we come!

[yo123]

my bracket is terrible. ive given up on it

[Pit Bull #53]

Whew, I thought I was gonna die of cardiac arrest for a second!

[sweetness34]

I realize that he was a huge part of them being in the game, but each of the three throw-in attempts were partially his fault. Next year is the year for the Hoosiers, Big Ten title here we come!

If DJ White leaves you're scrwed. Losing Calloway and Wilmont won't help either. If DJ stays I think you'l be pretty damn good, but I've still got MSU and Ohio State (even without Oden) ahead of you.

[GB12]

I realize that he was a huge part of them being in the game, but each of the three throw-in attempts were partially his fault. Next year is the year for the Hoosiers, Big Ten title here we come!

If Oden stays the Buckeyes will roll. If he leaves as expected it's pretty much wide open. Ohio State, Indiana, Wisconsin, Illinois, and Michigan State all have a shot. This year it was a 2 team race, but it should even off next year.

[sweetness34]

I hate Bruce Pearl...boooooo!!!

[GB12]

I hate how they black out the other games when a local team is playing.

[sweetness34]

If Oden stays the Buckeyes will roll. If he leaves as expected it's pretty much wide open. Ohio State, Indiana, Wisconsin, Illinois, and Michigan State all have a shot. This year it was a 2 team race, but it should even off next year.

Whoa now. GB I love ya but drop Illinois and Wisky off that list. It's a three horse race b/w Sparty, the Loosiers, and the Seeds. With Wiksy and Illinois behind them.

You lose your whole friggin team in Tucker and Taylor. You'll be solid next year but not very good. Illinois is up in the air. We could easily have just as good a year if everyone steps up, but we could also be worse.

Right now I've got it:

1) tOSU (even without Oden)
2) MSU
3) IU
4) Wisky/Illinois
5) Purdue
6) Penn State/Michigan/Iowa
7) Minnesota/Northwestern

[toonsterwu]

Tough loss for UVA. Reynolds getting dinged up really changed things, mainly because he wasn't an option late. For all the talk about Tennessee being Chris Lofton, they've got a bit more balance than they were given credit for. They'll have a tough, tough matchup against Ohio State, but if they got hot, anything's possible ...

[smittyjs]

Good win by UT.

[GB12]

Whoa now. GB I love ya but drop Illinois and Wisky off that list. It's a three horse race b/w Sparty, the Loosiers, and the Seeds. With Wiksy and Illinois behind them.

You lose your whole friggin team in Tucker and Taylor. You'll be solid next year but not very good. Illinois is up in the air. We could easily have just as good a year if everyone steps up, but we could also be worse.

Right now I've got it:

1) tOSU (even without Oden)
2) MSU
3) IU
4) Wisky/Illinois
5) Purdue
6) Penn State/Michigan/Iowa
7) Minnesota/Northwestern

Losing Tucker is going to crush us. Taylor is big as well, but I'm expecting Bohanan to step right in there. We still have Flowers, Butch, Krabbenhoft, and Landry. Then Trevon Hughes looked good in the limited time he saw as a Freshman, and should be the 3rd G as Bohanan was this year. Scoring will be a little hard to come by but we should be amazing defensively. I'm not expecting to win it, but we should be right there until the end.

[sweetness34]

Like I said, Wisky will be solid. But they won't be competing for the Big 10 title, much like we won't.

Bohannon might be a good player, but he's no Tucker and he's no Taylor. Landry is very inconsistent. And Flowers and Krabbenhoft haven't proven much. Butch is your man next year and he'll have to carry the load.

[GB12]

Damn it, again we are playing like **** in the first half. At least Tucker is on, but our defense just disappeared.

[MP123]

Upset for the day:

Nevada over Memphis
USC over Texas

I can see Nevada beating Memphis, but not USC beating Texas.

[wiscbadgerfootball]

god damn wisconsin is playing bad.. they just need to d it up and hit some dang shots

[GB12]

Like I said, Wisky will be solid. But they won't be competing for the Big 10 title, much like we won't.

Bohannon might be a good player, but he's no Tucker and he's no Taylor. Landry is very inconsistent. And Flowers and Krabbenhoft haven't proven much. Butch is your man next year and he'll have to carry the load.

Fair enough. My point was that no one will walk away with the Big Ten, it will be wide open. The teams that I listed will be very competitive next. I agree with you with OSU being my prediction with or without Oden.

[etk]

Why can't Lofton miss a damn free throw, that game was so close for UVA. UNLV is making it up for me right now though :D

[Shane P. Hallam]

I need either UNLV or Nevada (preferably UNLV,) to win today...

[duckseason]

WOW. Porter is having one of those games........
4/5 from three so far, and his other bucket was a 2 that had to be reviewed because his foot was on the line.

[KCJ58]

If UnLV wins ill be so stoked

[Eaglez.Fan]

Atleast I took UNLV, in my serious bracket.

[GB12]

Holy **** I'm pissed

[wiscbadgerfootball]

god ******* dammit can't play defense or make a damn shot

[sweetness34]

Whoo hoo go UNLV, got that pick right! :D

Disappointing year for Wisky. Sure the loss of Butch hurt but they still should've won this game IMO. You've got two of the best players in the Big 10 going for you, you have tourney experience, and you have a good supporting cast and yet you can't get to the Sweet 16.

[GB12]

Whoo hoo go UNLV, got that pick right! :D

Disappointing year for Wisky. Sure the loss of Butch hurt but they still should've won this game IMO. You've got two of the best players in the Big 10 going for you, you have tourney experience, and you have a good supporting cast and yet you can't get to the Sweet 16.

Yeah, we just completely fell apart after the Ohio State loss with the Butch injury. There is no denying Butch is big to our team, but that is no excuse for losing to UNLV.

[princefielder28]

Yeah, we just completely fell apart after the Ohio State loss with the Butch injury. There is no denying Butch is big to our team, but that is no excuse for losing to UNLV.

Just didn't seem to play with the heart and desire required until we were up against the ropes; was a good year though

[wiscbadgerfootball]

yeah good year but it just kinda got ruined because we didn't win the big 10 tourney and can't even get into the sweet 16 as a 2 seed!! guess we did need Butch. mainly it seemed we needed to show up for more than the 2nd half, we can't beat good teams as only a 1 half team.

[sweetness34]

Whoot, go Dogs!! Nice win over VT!

Alright, now go Wildcats!!

[duckseason]

SC is about to mess up a ton of brackets. Most slept on team of the tourney.

[Windy]

SC is about to mess up a ton of brackets. Most slept on team of the tourney.


yea pac-10 ftw.

[etk]

SC is about to mess up a ton of brackets. Most slept on team of the tourney.

I would have had them in the Final 4 but I liked Texas over them. One of them will be in the Final 4 IMO.

[sweetness34]

SC is about to mess up a ton of brackets. Most slept on team of the tourney.

Texas will come back and win this game. Remember they've got a guy by the name of Kevin Durant on their roster. :D

[duckseason]

I would have had them in the Final 4 but I liked Texas over them. One of them will be in the Final 4 IMO.
Yeah, I got SC beating NC

[Philliez01]

I just realized it's USC v. Texas, well not just realized but brings back good memories from last year huh?

Anyway, I have a question for you guys. This is irrelevant now but who was the best #16 seed in the tournament?

[etk]

Only 4 points for KD right now....

Edit: 12 point deficit, what is happening!

[BuckNaked]

Kentucky is playing tight here with Kansas.

[duckseason]

Only 4 points for KD right now....

Edit: 12 point deficit, what is happening!
Like I said, SC is the most underrated team right now. They're more of a 2 or 3 seed quality team. The Pac10 was ridiculous this year.

[princefielder28]

Like I said, SC is the most underrated team right now. They're more of a 2 or 3 seed quality team. The Pac10 was ridiculous this year.

I picked USC to win and I am very happy right now! :)

[wiscbadgerfootball]

I'm rooting for Georgetown to win it all now I guess

[princefielder28]

I'm rooting for Georgetown to win it all now I guess

Root for Florida!!!!! I have no chance it my brackets but my Final 4 teams are still alive.

[SeanTaylorRIP]

Texas you can't lose!!!

[wiscbadgerfootball]

Root for Florida!!!!! I have no chance it my brackets but my Final 4 teams are still alive.

no way I root for florida I have 3/4 teams left

[slightlyaraiderfan]

Texas you can't lose!!!
I was kicking myself for being a huge homer and picking SC over Texas, it's looking kind of good right now!

[princefielder28]

I was kicking myself for being a huge homer and picking SC over Texas, it's looking kind of good right now!

Just a little bit good! :)

[Geo]

Texas you can't lose!!!
My brackett won't hurt too bad, I had them losing to North Carolina. Durant and Augustine could only carry them so far.

[sweetness34]

My brackett won't hurt too bad, I had them losing to North Carolina. Durant and Augustine could only carry them so far.

Yup. I knew UT was either a boom or a bust, so I just put them in the Sweet 16.

[princefielder28]

Yup. I knew UT was either a boom or a bust, so I just put them in the Sweet 16.

Good choice!!! :)

[SuperMcgee]

SC is about to mess up a ton of brackets. Most slept on team of the tourney.

Easily the most slept on team. But if they hold on then they have to lose to UNC. I'm still holding out hope, but I'm going to have to be pretty much perfect from here on out.

[Philliez01]

Well this sucks, I have 8 out of 16 in the Sweet 16 if everything holds up. Damn, Memphis.

Though I should add I have 8 of my Elite 8.

[Brodeur]

Awesome, 7 sweet sixteen teams gone. Just a glorious weekend for my bracket.

[princefielder28]

Awesome, 7 sweet sixteen teams gone. Just a glorious weekend for my bracket.

I think I'm in the same boat :(

[BuckNaked]

I've had a horrendous day today after starting out amazing.

[SuperMcgee]

Me remaining breakdown, barring comebacks

10/16
7/8
4/4

I'm not in very good standing right now

[princefielder28]

Me remaining breakdown, barring comebacks

10/16
7/8
4/4

I'm not in very good standing right now

Well you still have 7 out of 8 in the Elite 8 so that's pretty good

[SuperMcgee]

I meant I'm currently not in good standing. I think I'm like 64th in the nfldc group right now, so I've got some work to do. Most of that works involves getting rid of UCLA and Georgetown

[BuckNaked]

My day-by-day records (barring near impossible comebacks:

15-1
14-2
7-1
4-4

I've still got 11 teams left though.

[Brodeur]

Where's Lute Olsen for a giant choke job when you need him.

[princefielder28]

Where's Lute Olsen for a giant choke job when you need him.

Next to Bill Self....no wait bill is still in the tourney. WOW!

[thetedginnshow]

I didn't do so well, but at least all of my Elite Eight teams are still alive.

[etk]

My bracket is impeccable.....if you don't count the East:

I have Texas in the Final 4, BC in the Elite 8 and ORU in the Sweet 16. GW didn't upset either.

[princefielder28]

My bracket is impeccable.....if you don't count the East:

I have Texas in the Final 4, BC in the Elite 8 and ORU in the Sweet 16. GW didn't upset either.

Ouch! That's rough!

[elway777]

WE ARE SC!

Finally we get Texas off our shoulders.

[RexGrossmans-cheesecake]

I'm actually doing ok


13/16
7/8
4/4

[RexGrossmans-cheesecake]

WE ARE SC!

Finally we get Texas off our shoulders.


Yeah, too bad you guys have to play UNC next.

[princefielder28]

I'm actually doing ok


13/16
7/8
4/4

Nice job! I wish mine looked like that

[elway777]

Yeah, too bad you guys have to play UNC next.

Im going to remember not to watch that game.

By the way my bracket is around .49.

[etk]

Ouch! That's rough!

Yeah, but I'm still tied for 7th somehow!

[soybean]

WE ARE SC!

Finally we get Texas off our shoulders.

so happy they beat em, sc would get so much sh*t from the media and fans if both texas' superstars beat em.

[princefielder28]

so happy they beat em, sc would get so much sh*t from the media and fans if both texas' superstars beat em.

Now ESPN can't talk about Durant anymore

[soybean]

Now ESPN can't talk about Durant anymore

i guess he's no carmelo anthony.

[GB12]

i guess he's no carmelo anthony.

But will go higher than he did in the draft.

[princefielder28]

But will go higher than he did in the draft.

#1 beats #3

[BuckNaked]

I'm actually doing ok


13/16
7/8
4/4

I've got:

11/16
8/8
4/4

[wiscbadgerfootball]

10/16
6/8
3/4

[TitleTown088]

Can someone please just let kansas cut down the nets already?

[etk]

Can someone please just let kansas cut down the nets already?

SIU will not allow that :D

[princefielder28]

SIU will not allow that :D

I sure hope you're right!

[P-L]

I only lost one Elite 8 team in Texas and still have my Final Four in tact, but I'm not in good shape overall. If Ohio State beats Tennessee, then I'm officially done.

[yodapoop]

Can this please happen?

Florida over Butler
Oregon over UNLV
Kansas over Southern Illinois
UCLA over Pittsburgh , Especially this one since a guy has the exact same picks as me besides this one, he has Pitt.
North Carolina over USC
Georgetown over Vanderbilt
Ohio St. over Tennessee
Texas A&M over Memphis

Florida over Oregon
Kansas over UCLA
Georgetown over North Carolina
Texas A&M over Ohio St.

Kansas over Florida
Georgetown over Texas A&M

Kansas over Georgetown

Thank u,
Yodachu

[yodapoop]

Can this please happen?

Florida over Butler
Oregon over UNLV
Kansas over Southern Illinois
UCLA over Pittsburgh , Especially this one since a guy has the exact same picks as me besides this one, he has Pitt.
North Carolina over USC
Georgetown over Vanderbilt
Ohio St. over Tennessee
Texas A&M over Memphis

Florida over Oregon
Kansas over UCLA
Georgetown over North Carolina
Texas A&M over Ohio St.

Kansas over Florida
Georgetown over Texas A&M

Kansas over Georgetown

Thank u,
Yodachu

Damn, I just did this scenario with the generator with the NFLDC, and the only change I have is that I got Ohio St. over A&M, but if Ohio St. wins and all the other things happen, I win that one. Damn, who to cheer for. Also, USC can beat UNC for all I care.

[cardsalltheway]

If DJ White leaves you're scrwed. Losing Calloway and Wilmont won't help either. If DJ stays I think you'l be pretty damn good, but I've still got MSU and Ohio State (even without Oden) ahead of you.

Pretty far back but I just saw this.

I don't see why DJ would leave. He's really not a good NBA prospect and he still has two more years of eligibility left I believe, as long as his medical redshirt from last year went through. Calloway won't be much of a loss since Armon Bassett is essentially the same player, but a better scorer. Wilmont's scoring will be replaced, and probably surpassed by the savior and AJ Ratliff will be getting more shots too probably. Also, I think Stemler and Mike White will be able to contribute a lot more next year now that they're more adjusted to D1. Not to mention Sampson's philosophy and system will have been in place for a full year by that point. There are only really two losses they'll have and they're going to be easily replaced IMO. If Oden leaves, which I don't expect, I think it's between IU and OSU for the title.

[sweetness34]

Right now White is a boarderline first rounder, so I think if he gets into the first, he might bolt. And yes, he's only a sophomore right now.

MSU returns the same team again while adding a very good recruiting class. Like I said, right now IU is 3rd behind MSU and the Buckeyes in my eyes. And that has nothing to do with my hatred towards you guys.

[sweetness34]

KU better not overlook SIU or they will lose, I will guarantee it. SIU just beat VT by double digits without one of their best players.

[KCJ58]

UCLA over Texas A&M

[RyanLeaf#1]

Can this please happen?

Florida over Butler
Oregon over UNLV
Kansas over Southern Illinois
UCLA over Pittsburgh , Especially this one since a guy has the exact same picks as me besides this one, he has Pitt.
North Carolina over USC
Georgetown over Vanderbilt
Ohio St. over Tennessee
Texas A&M over Memphis

Florida over Oregon
Kansas over UCLA
Georgetown over North Carolina
Texas A&M over Ohio St.

Kansas over Florida
Georgetown over Texas A&M

Kansas over Georgetown

Thank u,
Yodachu

Thats a mushes dream right there. Theres no way all the favorites win from here on out. It just isnt going to happen. You dont have one upset happening in the next round.

[P-L]

KU better not overlook SIU or they will lose, I will guarantee it. SIU just beat VT by double digits without one of their best players.
Kansas plays very good defense and is way too deep for Southern Illinois. If they can limit the threes by Tatum, Kansas should breeze. Southern Illinois is also the same team that struggled with Holy Cross for thee quarters of the game. I agree that no team should ever look past another, but Kansas should make it to the Elite 8.

[bsaza2358]

Based on talent alone, Kansas should win in a route. However, SIU plays amazing team defense. It would be absolutely incredible for them to pull off this upset. It would make for fantastic TV, as well. I am looking forward to all of these matchups. I'm very much expecting a battle and close games in all of these contests (except maybe for Florida).

[RyanLeaf#1]

Based on talent alone, Kansas should win in a route. However, SIU plays amazing team defense. It would be absolutely incredible for them to pull off this upset. It would make for fantastic TV, as well. I am looking forward to all of these matchups. I'm very much expecting a battle and close games in all of these contests (except maybe for Florida).

There is going to be an upset somewhere. The chalk isn't going to run the table.

[NickBam]

Kansas will not breeze SIU. This will be a close game and if KU wins by double digits (10-15), the score will be misleading to how tight the game was.

[RyanLeaf#1]

Kansas will not breeze SIU. This will be a close game and if KU wins by double digits (10-15), the score will be misleading to how tight the game was.

I agree with you 100%

[princefielder28]

I agree with you 100%

Kansas' inside game in the end will be too much for the Salukis

[PalmerToCJ]

ESPN annoys me. Andy Katz and Dick Vitale act like Tubby Smith is the greatest coach of all time when he has led to the demise of Kentucky, they think we as a fan base are insane for wanting him gone. If/When Randolph Morris leaves we'll probably be lucky to get into the tournament next year (might have a chance if we get Patrick Patterson).

If we fire him I'll go ahead and take one of the three: Billy Gillespie, Billy Donovan or John Calipari... I highly doubt he gets fired though.

[TitleTown088]

Kansas is going to destroy SIU. They can overlook them if they want to. Kansas is the hottest team in the tourney now and it will get ugly fast.




BTW I just saw that Oden foul for the first time today. That was soooo flagrent Xavier got screwed big time.

[princefielder28]

Kansas is going to destroy SIU. They can overlook them if they want to. Kansas is the hottest team in the tourney now and it will get ugly fast.




BTW I just saw that Oden foul for the first time today. That was soooo flagrent Xavier got screwed big time.

I am still mad that Xavier lost and then my bracket would look so good but some bad breaks and miscues equaled a loss

[RyanLeaf#1]

I am still mad that Xavier lost and then my bracket would look so good but some bad breaks and miscues equaled a loss

They should have just fouled at the end of the game.

[SeanTaylorRIP]

They should have just fouled at the end of the game.

That's what I would do but the consensus of teams would rather play it out for 1 shot and not stop the ball, it was a lucky long shot, he misses game over Xavier advances just sometimes how the ball bounces.

[princefielder28]

That's what I would do but the consensus of teams would rather play it out for 1 shot and not stop the ball, it was a lucky long shot, he misses game over Xavier advances just sometimes how the ball bounces.

Xavier played hard and they should be very proud of their effort

[bsaza2358]

I watched that entire game. Even though I was very intoxicated during the game, I was with Xavier alumni who are friends of mine. If you talk to X fans, they believe that Oden's 5th foul was the equivalent of a flagrant or intentional foul, which should have warranted 2 shots and the ball. I was wondering what you guys thought about it. Oden did foul hard, and he did shove Cage out of bounds. I don't think you can call a flagrant there because Cage could have flopped.

[BuckNaked]

ESPN annoys me. Andy Katz and Dick Vitale act like Tubby Smith is the greatest coach of all time when he has led to the demise of Kentucky, they think we as a fan base are insane for wanting him gone. If/When Randolph Morris leaves we'll probably be lucky to get into the tournament next year (might have a chance if we get Patrick Patterson).

If we fire him I'll go ahead and take one of the three: Billy Gillespie, Billy Donovan or John Calipari... I highly doubt he gets fired though.

I doubt we'll get Patterson since Tubby is a such a terrible recruiter.

[TitleTown088]

I watched that entire game. Even though I was very intoxicated during the game, I was with Xavier alumni who are friends of mine. If you talk to X fans, they believe that Oden's 5th foul was the equivalent of a flagrant or intentional foul, which should have warranted 2 shots and the ball. I was wondering what you guys thought about it. Oden did foul hard, and he did shove Cage out of bounds. I don't think you can call a flagrant there because Cage could have flopped.

It was far from a flop. It only looked like a flop because it is a 7 foot dude pushing very hard. It should have been intentional, easily.

[duckseason]

I watched that entire game. Even though I was very intoxicated during the game, I was with Xavier alumni who are friends of mine. If you talk to X fans, they believe that Oden's 5th foul was the equivalent of a flagrant or intentional foul, which should have warranted 2 shots and the ball. I was wondering what you guys thought about it. Oden did foul hard, and he did shove Cage out of bounds. I don't think you can call a flagrant there because Cage could have flopped.
I think it should have been called intentional because it was clear that Oden flat out shoved the dude while he was off-balance. He wasn't playing basketball, he was just angry that it appeared his team was about to lose. So he shoved the dude. It's hilarious to watch these talking heads on TV talking about how dude flopped. What they don't get is that it doesn't matter either way. Oden committed a flagrant foul regardless of how the dude reacted to it.

[princefielder28]

I think it should have been called intentional because it was clear that Oden flat out shoved the dude while he was off-balance. He wasn't playing basketball, he was just angry that it appeared his team was about to lose. So he shoved the dude. It's hilarious to watch these talking heads on TV talking about how dude flopped. What they don't get is that it doesn't matter either way. Oden committed a flagrant foul regardless of how the dude reacted to it.

Oden said it himself that it was intentional

[duckseason]

Oden said it himself that it was intentional
Haha, I didn't know that. That makes some of these dudes on TV look even dumber than I thought.

[bsaza2358]

Well, everyone knows that it was an intentional foul. The question becomes whether it was "intentional enough" or "flagrant enough" to warrant 2 shots and the ball. I would say it was intentional and a hard foul, but it's not a no brainer call for 2 shots and the ball. That would have sealed the game against OSU. I don't think the refs would have made that call in favor of Ohio State. They didn't want to alter the course of the game. I think it was a borderline situation. In close, end of game situations, you can't have the refs deciding the game on that kind of call.

[duckseason]

Well, everyone knows that it was an intentional foul. The question becomes whether it was "intentional enough" or "flagrant enough" to warrant 2 shots and the ball. I would say it was intentional and a hard foul, but it's not a no brainer call for 2 shots and the ball. That would have sealed the game against OSU. I don't think the refs would have made that call in favor of Ohio State. They didn't want to alter the course of the game. I think it was a borderline situation. In close, end of game situations, you can't have the refs deciding the game on that kind of call.
It wouldn't have been the refs deciding the game. Oden is responsible for his own actions. It was a foolish mistake. Teams die by them every day whether it be a foul like that, or a bad pass. Should the refs have ignored Chris Webber's timeout in '93?

[RyanLeaf#1]

Something that confuses me and caused me to push a game with my bookie is..... Did anyone see when Cain on Virginia jumped up and grabbed the rim on defense against Tennessee yesterday? Isnt that a technical foul?... Cant be mad I went 6-0-1 yesterday but it would have been nice to go 7-0.

[MP123]

It wouldn't have been the refs deciding the game. Oden is responsible for his own actions. It was a foolish mistake. Teams die by them every day whether it be a foul like that, or a bad pass. Should the refs have ignored Chris Webber's timeout in '93?

Rebels are going to beat Oregon.

[Im_a_Romosexual]

yes its a technical, but I cant remember why the refs didnt call it

[duckseason]

Something that confuses me and caused me to push a game with my bookie is..... Did anyone see when Cain on Virginia jumped up and grabbed the rim on defense against Tennessee yesterday? Isnt that a technical foul?... Cant be mad I went 6-0-1 yesterday but it would have been nice to go 7-0.

Yeah, I think the announcer even pointed it out. I'm pretty sure it's a tech, or at least goal tending. Shouldn't change the outcome of a bet though. The final score is the final score. Bad calls skew the outcome of pretty much every game.

[duckseason]

Rebels are going to beat Oregon.
Wow, you should be an analyst. I mean, it only took you 6 words to convince me.

[slightlyaraiderfan]

Rebels are going to beat Oregon.
No they won't, the Pac-10 is going to put 3 teams in the Final Four.

[RyanLeaf#1]

Yeah, I think the announcer even pointed it out. I'm pretty sure it's a tech, or at least goal tending. Shouldn't change the outcome of a bet though. The final score is the final score. Bad calls skew the outcome of pretty much every game.

Believe me with the day I had yesterday im not complaining at all. I just didnt understand the no call thats all.

[duckseason]

No they won't, the Pac-10 is going to put 3 teams in the Final Four.
And then the heads at espn would spend the next week talking about how it was a "down year" in college basketball.

[MP123]

No they won't, the Pac-10 is going to put 3 teams in the Final Four.

1 team and that being UCLA.

[etk]

And then the heads at espn would spend the next week talking about how it was a "down year" in college basketball.

HAHA good stuff it's so true. What a down year in college basketball, no big upsets and 3 Pac-10 teams in the Final 4. A disgrace!

[TitleTown088]

I doubt we'll get Patterson since Tubby is a such a terrible recruiter.

You won't get Patterson b/c coach K is such a good recruiter! Actually, I'm really not too worried about it Duke will be set at the forward position next year and I don't think they will need him. ( especially if McRoberts returns). I wouldn't come to Duke if I was him, he won't get much PT.

[princefielder28]

You won't get Patterson b/c coach K is such a good recruiter! Actually, I'm really not too worried about it Duke will be set at the forward position next year and I don't think they will need him. ( especially if McRoberts returns). I wouldn't come to Duke if I was him, he won't get much PT.

I'm sure McRoberts will return; he hasn't proven to pro scouts that he's got the game yet.

[PalmerToCJ]

You won't get Patterson b/c coach K is such a good recruiter! Actually, I'm really not too worried about it Duke will be set at the forward position next year and I don't think they will need him. ( especially if McRoberts returns). I wouldn't come to Duke if I was him, he won't get much PT.

IMO it's either UK or Florida, that's the word I'm hearing anyway. His parents are rooting for it to be UK but I think he's more set on Florida and I figure that's the route he'll go.

McDonalds AA game is next Wednesday...

[Eaglez.Fan]

I am very nervous for GTown against Vandy. I love Vandy's style of play and it kicks ass in this tourny. I wouldn't be suprised if more teams try out that style.

edit- post 6000th and I'm a cocksman :p

[princefielder28]

I am very nervous for GTown against Vandy. I love Vandy's style of play and it kicks ass in this tourny. I wouldn't be suprised if more teams try out that style.

edit- post 6000th and I'm a cocksman :p

Congrats on 6000!

I think Georgetown can take them down but if Vandy is shooting the lights out it could be a long night for G'Town

[SuperMcgee]

I am very nervous for GTown against Vandy. I love Vandy's style of play and it kicks ass in this tourny. I wouldn't be suprised if more teams try out that style.

edit- post 6000th and I'm a cocksman :p

I had Vandy out early but I'm still rooting for them more than almost any other team. Georgetown out helps my chances quite a bit.

[P-L]

You college basketball gurus tell me who is the best fit for coach of Michigan. Some names that have been rumored so far are Jay Wright of Villanova and Lon Kruger of UNLV.

[etk]

I'm not exactly a guru, but my money is on Kruger. I don't know who it should be though.

[yodapoop]

Thats a mushes dream right there. Theres no way all the favorites win from here on out. It just isnt going to happen. You dont have one upset happening in the next round.

USC needs to beat UNC for me.

[TitleTown088]

I'm sure McRoberts will return; he hasn't proven to pro scouts that he's got the game yet.

McRoberts would have been a lottery pick outta highschool, and after his freshman year too. He can go anytime he pleases.

[PalmerToCJ]

I am very nervous for GTown against Vandy. I love Vandy's style of play and it kicks ass in this tourny. I wouldn't be suprised if more teams try out that style.

edit- post 6000th and I'm a cocksman :p

Being a fan of a SEC team I knew going into the tourny how dangerous Vandy really is. Basically their entire lineup can put up the 3's and they have two dynamic scorers as was displayed in the 1st two rounds. I wouldn't be surprised if they beat Gtown but honestly I haven't seen Gtown play a ton so I can't compare them too well.

[princefielder28]

McRoberts would have been a lottery pick outta highschool, and after his freshman year too. He can go anytime he pleases.

But to say he's lock as lottery pick as he's been the past might not be accurate.

[bsaza2358]

McRoberts plays soft, and he is a big ninny. I see him as a very poor pro prospect. He's not very fast, he has no lateral quickness, I don't see him as a good help defender at the 4. He has an okay offensive game, and he's a plus passer. I also believe his upside is extremely limited. He has height, but he's not a powerful rebounder. I see him as an very weak pro prospect.

[NYmoney]

after having seen jeff green play a few games in a row now, there is no question this kid is one of the most underrated talents in college ball right now. he does it all. kudos to JT3 for teaching him about every aspect of the game.

[bsaza2358]

Jeff Green reminds me a lot of Shane Battier with a more explosive offensive game. I think he is probably the most underrated prospect in the draft. I would love for the Sixers to get a guy like that to play the 3/4 for them. He will make clutch shots, make the right pass, can defend most players on the floor, and he's an effort guy. I like him a lot as a current player and a future pro.

[smittyjs]

When does the 'Dores and George town play??

[Pit Bull #53]

Friday night I think.

[RyanLeaf#1]

When does the 'Dores and George town play??

Friday 730 Eastern time.

[princefielder28]

Friday 730 Eastern time.

Can't wait for that game!!!!

[bsaza2358]

I'm waiting for the Memphis-Texas A&M game. I think that will prove to be the biggest battle of the Sweet 16. Also, the UCLA-Pitt game should be an ugly game, but a close one. UNC-USC also looks good.

[princefielder28]

I'm waiting for the Memphis-Texas A&M game. I think that will prove to be the biggest battle of the Sweet 16. Also, the UCLA-Pitt game should be an ugly game, but a close one. UNC-USC also looks good.

I wanted to see UNLV continue their run and knock off Oregon; I hate the Ducks!!!!!

[bsaza2358]

I don't hate the Ducks, but I like to see smaller conference schools make big runs. Why the heck not?

[GB12]

When does the 'Dores and George town play??

WDJT-TV (Channel 58) announced the NCAA men's basketball games it will carry in the Milwaukee market on Thursday and Friday.

Thursday's games with tip-off times: Southern Illinois vs. Kansas (6:10 p.m.), followed by Tennessee vs. Ohio State (8:57 p.m.).

Friday's games: Butler vs. Florida (6:10 p.m.), followed by USC vs. North Carolina (8:57 p.m.).

Digital tier subscribers will have other games available to them on both nights.

Times are in Central, +1 for Eastern, -2 for Pacific.

[toonsterwu]

Picks for Thurs/Fri:

UNC over USC - I think this will be a tight game, but in the end, UNC has too many weapons for USC to handle. The mantra for USC is still wait for next year with Mayo and Jefferson, though, and getting this far was a good start.

Georgetown over Vanderbilt - Vandy's made a nice run, but I don't see them going any further. Georgetown's too talented all around and should be able to win this one as long as they have steady guard play.

Ohio State over Tennessee - If Tennessee's hot, this will be interesting, but if not, I think they are in trouble. The matchups aren't as bad as they look, as Chism could cause some problems for the Buckeyes.

Memphis over Texas A&M - Change of heart here. As good as Texas A&M is, I think Memphis is playing real well right now and may just be too deep for the Aggies to handle.

Florida over Butler - I think Butler plays them tough, but the road to the Final Four is still there for Florida's taking.

UNLV over Oregon - I'll finally jump on the UNLV wagon. Playing real well, and Kruger is coaching great. That said, I doubted Oregon for awhile ... and they are still around. Of course, I doubted UNLV as well.

So. Illinois over Kansas - I'll be an idiot and go for one big upset. As good as Kansas is, I think they can be beat, and So. Illinois might be able to harass them into mistakes. We'll know who wins this game early on, I think. If the tempo early is slow, then So. Illinois has a shot. If Kansas shoots out, I'll be surprised to see the Salukis come back.

Pittsburgh over UCLA - Alright, maybe I should've trusted my initial instincts. My initial instincts when the brackets came out was to pick Pittsburgh in this region, and then I talked myself out of it. While UCLA looks to be over their late season bump, I'll go back to my initial instinct and take Pittsburgh, although I think the matchups favor UCLA.

__________________________________________________ _______

Certainly was disappointing to see UVA lose, but it's the first time in awhile that we've been in the tournament, and it's a start in the right direction. Overall, it was a great year, considering the highs and lows that was experienced (horrible trip to Puerto Rico being the low), especially considering how the pundits doubted UVA in preseason. Future looks bright. We're still alive for Patrick Patterson, although it seems like, at best, we are the 4th horse in the race. That said, we return a deep roster, albeit, the losses are two big blows with JR Reynolds and Jason Cain. Of course, if Singletary leaves, this becomes a rebuilding year, but I'll take him at his word for now, especially since he's a borderline first ... at best. Diane should continue improving, and Laurynas should fill the role of Cain this past year. Tucker/Harris have had time to adjust, and along with Jeff Jones, Solomon Tat and Mustapha Farrakhan, one of them likely emerges (my guess is Tucker, with his outside shooting and size). Meyinsse is still growing, Zeglinksi gives us a backup point guard next year, Petinella gives us ...well, 5 fouls and lucky buckets, and Mike Scott should be a nice developmental guy. We should be picked as one of the favorites in the ACC next year and start the year in the top 25 ... assuming Singletary stays. If Patterson somehow ends up here, which I doubt as of now, that would certainly give us a better big man scoring option than available.

For the first time in awhile, our future is quite bright, and Leitao's getting good kids in recruiting. May not be the 5-star kids, but he's getting kids that may end up staying at UVA longer, making the program stronger.

[toonsterwu]

Jeff Green reminds me a lot of Shane Battier with a more explosive offensive game. I think he is probably the most underrated prospect in the draft. I would love for the Sixers to get a guy like that to play the 3/4 for them. He will make clutch shots, make the right pass, can defend most players on the floor, and he's an effort guy. I like him a lot as a current player and a future pro.


I think Green could be a bigger, albeit a less talented, version of Scottie Pippen as well.

[toonsterwu]

McRoberts would have been a lottery pick outta highschool, and after his freshman year too. He can go anytime he pleases.

I think Josh returns. He showed a bit more aggressiveness down the stretch, and a strong year next year, and suddenly he'll get mentioned as a top 10 option, whereas right now, he's a first rounder, but probably not in the upper echelon.

[princefielder28]

I think Josh returns. He showed a bit more aggressiveness down the stretch, and a strong year next year, and suddenly he'll get mentioned as a top 10 option, whereas right now, he's a first rounder, but probably not in the upper echelon.

Definitely a 1st rounder but probably later lottery at best

[Big Mike]

im i the only one scared UNLV will beat Oregon thus ruining their Final FOur?

[TitleTown088]

McRoberts plays soft, and he is a big ninny. I see him as a very poor pro prospect. He's not very fast, he has no lateral quickness, I don't see him as a good help defender at the 4. He has an okay offensive game, and he's a plus passer. I also believe his upside is extremely limited. He has height, but he's not a powerful rebounder. I see him as an very weak pro prospect.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d3QaT8WpgBw
That soft enough for you? He was on the All ACC defensive team and was part of one of the premire defensive ACC team in the NCAA.(not that defense really matters in the NBA) His passing is incredable for a bigman. His only knock in my opinion would be his unselfishness for the NBA.

[GB12]

UWGB up on top seeded UConn at the half.

[bsaza2358]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d3QaT8WpgBw
That soft enough for you? He was on the All ACC defensive team and was part of one of the premire defensive ACC team in the NCAA.(not that defense really matters in the NBA) His passing is incredable for a bigman. His only knock in my opinion would be his unselfishness for the NBA.

McRoberts' passing is his one plus skill. Everything else he has is average. Average post moves, average speed, average shot selection and touch. He has decent intangibles and is a good locker room guy. He has an NBA body if he'd add 10 lbs, but that would just make him a lumbering kind of guy. I'm questioning his overall toughness. I don't see him mixing it up enough, getting in the mix. His rebounding totals are really not that good, especially on the offensive glass. I would not take McRoberts in a match against any legit NBA center because he'll be out-classed and out-toughed. McRoberts against Shaq? Please! Against Dwight Howard? No chance. Against a healthy Yao? Go home. Against Amare Stoudamire? Don't make me laugh. He will not be a success in the NBA. He's a nice player, but not a starter or anything more than a bench guy. That sounds like a late first/early second to me. Passing is mildly important in the NBA due to its one-on-one nature.

[TitleTown088]

McRoberts' passing is his one plus skill. Everything else he has is average. Average post moves, average speed, average shot selection and touch. He has decent intangibles and is a good locker room guy. He has an NBA body if he'd add 10 lbs, but that would just make him a lumbering kind of guy. I'm questioning his overall toughness. I don't see him mixing it up enough, getting in the mix. His rebounding totals are really not that good, especially on the offensive glass. I would not take McRoberts in a match against any legit NBA center because he'll be out-classed and out-toughed. McRoberts against Shaq? Please! Against Dwight Howard? No chance. Against a healthy Yao? Go home. Against Amare Stoudamire? Don't make me laugh. He will not be a success in the NBA. He's a nice player, but not a starter or anything more than a bench guy. That sounds like a late first/early second to me. Passing is mildly important in the NBA due to its one-on-one nature. Well it appears you have most NBA scouts and analysists outsmarted. Congrats. ( Altough it dosen't take too much knowledge to outsmart the NBA, afterall the NBA has very little to do with actual basketball)

[bsaza2358]

This is my opinion. I've seen McRoberts play a lot. He is not a #1 scoring option. He has a plus skill that is undervalued in the NBA, especially from a big man. He has average skills, but he is a good player. He can probably give a team 10-15 minutes a game from the bench, but he doesn't rebound well for a big man. To me, he is a late first round pick.

[bsaza2358]

Sidenote: your sig is fantastic...

[TitleTown088]

Sidenote: your sig is fantastic...
McRoberts is solid at rebounding, nothing special, but solid.



Why thank you. Doesn't it give you a big ol' boner? I know it does for me.

[bsaza2358]

Solid 7'2" college rebounders generally become mediocre NBA rebounders. If I draft a guy at 7'2", I'm hoping he'll guarantee me 10-12 boards a night. I don't think McRoberts is that kind of guy. I feel like he has a SF's game in the body of a center. Doesn't really bode well for him as a pro.

[bsaza2358]

Your sig does not really give me wood, but it is pretty freakin' cool. I'll give you that...

[princefielder28]

Your sig does not really give me wood, but it is pretty freakin' cool. I'll give you that...

You know Brett gets you goin'

[bsaza2358]

Not really. No offense to Brett, but I like women.

[princefielder28]

Not really. No offense to Brett, but I like women.

So now we're talking about Brett's wife! :)

[bsaza2358]

She's okay, I guess. I prefer AJ Feeley's wife...

[princefielder28]

She's okay, I guess. I prefer AJ Feeley's wife...

No clue what she looks like

[bsaza2358]

http://espn.starwave.com/i/magazine/new/heather_mitts.jpg

http://www.10000takes.com/HeatherMittsUSSoccer.jpg

[bsaza2358]

Heather Mitts. Pro soccer player, wife of Eagles backup QB AJ Feeley. HOOWAH!

[bsaza2358]

The wife of the QB from my team is superior than the wife of the QB from your team...

[princefielder28]

Heather Mitts. Pro soccer player, wife of Eagles backup QB AJ Feeley. HOOWAH!

Holy Cow!!!! I didn't know that!!! Way to go AJ!!!!!

[TitleTown088]

The wife of the QB from my team is superior than the wife of the QB from your team...

Deanna would give her a run for her money preboobiecancer.

[princefielder28]

Deanna would give her a run for her money preboobiecancer.

I don't know AJ's wife is smokin'

[bsaza2358]

Deanna Favre is a nice piece, but Heather Mitts is a pro athlete and hotter.

[princefielder28]

Deanna Favre is a nice piece, but Heather Mitts is a pro athlete and hotter.

MHMMMMMMMMMMMM

[bsaza2358]

Wow. I got Packers fans to agree that some aspect of Brett Favre isn't Hall of Fame worthy. Chalk that one up!

[princefielder28]

Wow. I got Packers fans to agree that some aspect of Brett Favre isn't Hall of Fame worthy. Chalk that one up!

I gave you props already with +rep

[bsaza2358]

I saw the props. Thank you.

I would rather Title Town admit that Favre's wife, while nice, is not a Hall of Fame candidate! haha

[HawkeyeFan]

YES YES YES YES YES YES YES YES YES!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!1
http://sports.espn.go.com/ncb/news/story?id=2807516


OMGOMGOMGOMGOMGOMGOMGOMGOMGOGMOMG

[RyanLeaf#1]

Rivers of Clemson is killing Syracuse right now

[cardsalltheway]

YES YES YES YES YES YES YES YES YES!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!1
http://sports.espn.go.com/ncb/news/story?id=2807516


OMGOMGOMGOMGOMGOMGOMGOMGOMGOGMOMG

Iowa fans around the world rejoice.

[HawkeyeFan]

Yea, although we'll never be Indiana :(

[cardsalltheway]

Yea, although we'll never be Indiana :(

Very true. :p

I cringed when I heard him as a candidate for the IU job last season. The guy is just an awful coach and he really caused me to hate Iowa. There's now three open jobs in the Big 10, it will be interesting to see who gets them.

[TitleTown088]

Wow. I got Packers fans to agree that some aspect of Brett Favre isn't Hall of Fame worthy. Chalk that one up! Well oviously he isn't a real Packers fan. He just likes to think he is, and we all just play along to make him feel good. sorry you had to find out this way Prince.

[portermvp84]

Iowa fans around the world rejoice.

Yes I hate Steve Alford with the passion.

[princefielder28]

Yes I hate Steve Alford with the passion.

You can say you hate a specific coach but Steve is a good coach and you'll realize how much he meant to the programn a couple of years after he's gone.
Plus, Steve gets Giddens so he's got a star player to coach.

[toonsterwu]

McRoberts is making a foolish decision to sign with an agent. Reminds me of Shavlik Randolph's decision - albeit, Josh is going to go in the first. His stock is at a low. One more year, with a strong class led by Singler, and the development of guys like Paulus/Scheyer/Henderson, this Duke team could've been much better, and in turn, made him look better. He also could've gotten stronger and potentially gone in the top 10, which I highly doubt he'll go as of now, barring a high number of underclassmen staying in school. I mean, I think taking a look and seeing what's needed is fine, but hiring an agent? Bad decision, IMO.

[bsaza2358]

McRoberts was at his peak after last season, when he played decently well with 2 all-americans. He didn't make the jump when he had the chance to be a late lottery pick. He was then exposed for the entire season. I never liked him as an NBA player. He has a poor rebounding SF's game in a PF's body. His post game is average. His rebounding is below average. He doesn't have an outside shot. His one great skill--passing, is not utilized in the NBA due to all the 1-on-1 play sets. He isn't fast, cannot really defend bigger or smaller players, and I question his overall toughness. He may be a first rounder, but I don't want him on my team.

[WMD]

ESPNews reports Tubby Smith is going to Minnesota...

[Don Vito]

Tubby Smith to Minnesota? It's the headline on rivals.
http://www.rivals.com/

[TitleTown088]

McRoberts you ******* ****. Gosh damnit.

[bsaza2358]

McRoberts you ******* ****. Gosh damnit.

Tell us how you really feel, TT! haha

I'm calling that McRoberts is not chosen before pick #20. I'm also calling that he will not be a regular contributor in the NBA.

[Pit Bull #53]

Wonder if UK is gonna try and push for Calipari?

[slightlyaraiderfan]

McRoberts you ******* ****. Gosh damnit.
Does every post of yours have to have a censored word in it?

[TitleTown088]

I'm angry. Is that an offense to have censored words?

[JF4]

I'm angry. Is that an offense to have censored words?

Don't mind sarf, it's that time of the month for him.

[TitleTown088]

Tell us how you really feel, TT! haha

I'm calling that McRoberts is not chosen before pick #20. I'm also calling that he will not be a regular contributor in the NBA.
This very well may ruin Dukes chances at a title run next year. Big man play will be terrible for Duke next year with only young guys and I was really looking forward to Duke having a dominant duo of bigmen for once in my life instead of one good guy and two backup chumps who are terrible.

[bsaza2358]

I think Tony Bennett of Washington St. might have a chance to get one of these larger job openings. Other candidates include: Duke Assistant Johnny Dawkins, Matt Dougherty, Sean Miller of Xavier, Travis Ford of UMass, Anthony Grant of VCU, and Gregg Marshall of Winthrop. That's my best guess right now. I'm probably missing a bunch of good coaching names, but those are the hot names that I can think of right now.

[bsaza2358]

This very well may ruin Dukes chances at a title run next year. Big man play will be terrible for Duke next year with only young guys and I was really looking forward to Duke having a dominant duo of bigmen for once in my life instead of one good guy and two backup chumps who are terrible.

I haven't seen McRoberts play dominating basketball a whole lot in his time with Duke. He was never the go to guy because he's just not that good. I also heard he wasn't a good locker room guy. I heard a comment from a friend of mine that the Duke team will play looser next year without his attitude.

[TitleTown088]

I think Tony Bennett of Washington St. might have a chance to get one of these larger job openings. Other candidates include: Duke Assistant Johnny Dawkins, Matt Dougherty, Sean Miller of Xavier, Travis Ford of UMass, Anthony Grant of VCU, and Gregg Marshall of Winthrop. That's my best guess right now. I'm probably missing a bunch of good coaching names, but those are the hot names that I can think of right now.
Dawkins isn't going anywhere.

[TitleTown088]

I haven't seen McRoberts play dominating basketball a whole lot in his time with Duke. He was never the go to guy because he's just not that good. I also heard he wasn't a good locker room guy. I heard a comment from a friend of mine that the Duke team will play looser next year without his attitude.
I just figured out somthing good that may come of McRoberts going pro...... It could induce Patrick Patterson to go to Duke b/c now he knows he will get some playing time. I sure hope so.

[slightlyaraiderfan]

Don't mind sarf, it's that time of the month for him.
Well, don't slip. Looks like you have 16 infractions points, 4 more and you're gone for a week.

[bsaza2358]

Dawkins isn't going anywhere.

I'm not so sure that Coach K won't lose an assistant this time around. The promise of millions of dollars a year, a HC job at a major conference school, plus their inroads with recruits already could give these guys the motivation to jump. I don't see a reason for them to jump, but it's always possible.

[TitleTown088]

I'm not so sure that Coach K won't lose an assistant this time around. The promise of millions of dollars a year, a HC job at a major conference school, plus their inroads with recruits already could give these guys the motivation to jump. I don't see a reason for them to jump, but it's always possible. They will stay because one of them wants to land the Duke job when coach K is gone.

[TitleTown088]

Well, don't slip. Looks like you have 16 infractions points, 4 more and you're gone for a week.

Don't you mean I have that many?

[bsaza2358]

Why stay as an assistant for another 5-10 years, when you can make your own name and keep your ties to the university to get the job when he's done? I don't see the logic in staying only to have one of them booted when Coach K is gone...

[BuckNaked]

I hope this doesn't ruin our chances of getting Patterson or Lucas.

[bsaza2358]

How would more playing time hurt Duke in getting a recruit? Trust me, these kids want to play right now. Getting McRoberts out of there frees up a scholarship and 30 minutes of PT for freshman big men. It's a good thing for them.

[princefielder28]

Predictions for tonight's games:

Kansas over Southern Illinois
UCLA over Pitt
Tennesee over Ohio State
Texas A&M over Memphis

[princefielder28]

Who does everyone think Kentucky will hire to replace Tubby?

My opinion: Greg Marshall

[BuckNaked]

How would more playing time hurt Duke in getting a recruit? Trust me, these kids want to play right now. Getting McRoberts out of there frees up a scholarship and 30 minutes of PT for freshman big men. It's a good thing for them.

I'm actually a Kentucky fan and was referring to the loss of Tubby Smith.

[sweetness34]

Go Dawgs! :D

Btw with the loss of McRoberts, it could be another long year for Duke IMO. No post presense at all next year.

[princefielder28]

Go Dawgs! :D

Btw with the loss of McRoberts, it could be another long year for Duke IMO. No post presense at all next year.

They had one big tall white freshman but he looked slow and had poor footwork.

[princefielder28]

Upset minded Salukis going to work heading into halftime. I hope they win! :)

[sweetness34]

They had one big tall white freshman but he looked slow and had poor footwork.

Nelson, Paulus, Scheyer, Henderson, and Singler are going to have to be HUGE next year if they have any shot of being better than this season.

[Big Mike]

chalmers needs to step up

[BuckNaked]

Tatum is damn good. Nice three.

[SeanTaylorRIP]

I hate Kansas with a passion and always have.

[BuckNaked]

I thought that shot was going in at the end. I was ready to jump.

[SeanTaylorRIP]

Go Memphis!!! One of my final 4 picks. Joey Dorsey is a miniature Dwight Howard, not saying he's even on the same planet as DHo but the play similarly.

[BuckNaked]

Go Memphis!!! One of my final 4 picks.

I got A&M in the final four, they better win.

[SeanTaylorRIP]

Woo down to the wire, I love college bball.

[BuckNaked]

No, not a foul!!!!

[Brodeur]

It'd be nice if A&M could grab a damn rebound.

[Jimmy]

memphis YES!!!!!!!

[SeanTaylorRIP]

I gotta say Joey Dorsey's shot form rebounding and dunking all look like Dwight Howard and even his body and shoulder structure is the same, he will be a great mid-late 2nd round prospect this year.

[BuckNaked]

Nice, only shooting 64%

[Jimmy]

i love college basketball

[BuckNaked]

Acie, lets go.....

[Shane P. Hallam]

Law will hit it without looking.

[Brodeur]

What the ****?

[duckseason]

WTF!!!!!!!!

[Jimmy]

ITS 2.0 because thats when it hit the scorer table ladys hand. not at the whistle its when it hits out

[Jimmy]

YES

10 char

YES