2011 NCAA Basketball Tournament Thread - Page 5

Vince, Pt. II · 03-17-2011, 02:53 AM

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Originally Posted by Dark Cloud

http://www.slate.com/id/2288251/pagenum/2

Am I missing the point here? What's non-standard about a History or Economics major?

Young Drachma · 03-17-2011, 03:26 AM

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Originally Posted by Vince, Pt. II

Am I missing the point here? What's non-standard about a History or Economics major?

At a lot of institutions, student-athletes are steered towards easier majors than those.

wade moore · 03-17-2011, 06:08 AM

Good job VCU!

VCU showed why this CAA homer has them going the farthest in this tournament, despite being the team that everyone questioned getting in.

Despite what that idiot Bilas says, VCU is a good team that can give teams fits - especially if they don't matchup well against VCU's strengths.

sterlingice · 03-17-2011, 06:20 AM

Is ODU the same as last year, wade? Big NBA bodies without NBA skills? With the right matchup, that can give teams fits, too.

SI

Butter · 03-17-2011, 06:42 AM

For those with DirecTV, Channel 701 is the Bracket Channel on which you can actually enter picks on a bracket you want to follow and follow them live as the tournament goes on without going online. Seems like a neat idea, if limited in execution as you can only enter 1 bracket and I don't think it is entered in a contest or anything.

wade moore · 03-17-2011, 07:55 AM

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Originally Posted by sterlingice

Is ODU the same as last year, wade? Big NBA bodies without NBA skills? With the right matchup, that can give teams fits, too.

SI

Yes, same deal.

The problem for them is they would match-up with Pitt in the 2nd round - bigger NBA bodies with NBA skill.

So, I think it was the worst possible draw for their skillset. Pitt/ODU should be an UGLY game.

On the GMU side - rumors are that two of their starters got hurt in practice on Tuesday which could be a HUGE blow to their chances.

Butter · 03-17-2011, 12:21 PM

And here we go. Go Clemson!

Ragone · 03-17-2011, 12:36 PM

These are the refs that call fouls like they are going out of style.. thats not good for wvu at all...

muns · 03-17-2011, 12:41 PM

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Originally Posted by Ragone

These are the refs that call fouls like they are going out of style.. thats not good for wvu at all...

Its not looking good, thats for sure. I will say though that the refs have called some iffy ones on Clemson so they are being consistently bad I guess.

Flowers having to sit down in the first 2 mins of the game really hurts

Ragone · 03-17-2011, 12:48 PM

it is very nice that all the games will be on tv and watchable by all (with cable)

Butter · 03-17-2011, 01:02 PM

Clemson has a tendency to go on these ungodly long scoring droughts. They avoided that against UAB, and are doing a good job against WVU so far... but there is far yet to travel.

Scoobz0202 · 03-17-2011, 01:10 PM

Big way to end the half by West Virginia.

muns · 03-17-2011, 01:12 PM

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Originally Posted by Scoobz0202

Big way to end the half by West Virginia.

9-0 run to end the half was pretty big..... I thought that last foul by WVU should have been on flowers and not kolita or however you say his name.... That was a big call

Butter · 03-17-2011, 01:30 PM

Butler/ODU an unsurprisingly defensive struggle.

Butter · 03-17-2011, 01:57 PM

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Originally Posted by Butter_of_69

Clemson has a tendency to go on these ungodly long scoring droughts. They avoided that against UAB, and are doing a good job against WVU so far... but there is far yet to travel.

And there it is. 7 points in like 14 minutes. Turn out the lights on this one.

Lathum · 03-17-2011, 02:07 PM

Louisville struggling

wade moore · 03-17-2011, 02:09 PM

This ODU/Butler game is being called REALLY tight.

whomario · 03-17-2011, 02:27 PM

what an amazing sequence for Dalton Pepper of WVU, getting 2 buckets off of terrific steals at midcourt within 15 seconds

AND a 3rd steal 10 seconds later, out of bounds and ball WVU !

TargetPractice6 · 03-17-2011, 02:28 PM

I can't believe there is actually a person named Dalton Pepper.

muns · 03-17-2011, 02:29 PM

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Originally Posted by whomario

what an amazing sequence for Dalton Pepper of WVU, getting 2 buckets off of terrific steals at midcourt within 15 seconds

AND a 3rd steal 10 seconds later, out of bounds and ball WVU !

just an amazing individual effort by that kid..... I have enjoyed this one

muns · 03-17-2011, 02:30 PM

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Originally Posted by TargetPractice6

I can't believe there is actually a person named Dalton Pepper.

Normally id say well he does play for WVU

but he is from PA

muns · 03-17-2011, 02:30 PM

Hey Sak how about PSU and Taylor on fire from 3 point range!!!!!

whomario · 03-17-2011, 02:46 PM

Butler running an alley oop play there ? Not sure on that one ...

whomario · 03-17-2011, 02:51 PM

Crazy ending to the Butler vs ODU games, guy shoots falling down, ball tipped and the Howard cleans it up from the weakside.

tourney off to a nice start today

JonInMiddleGA · 03-17-2011, 02:52 PM

Well fuck.

Scoobz0202 · 03-17-2011, 02:54 PM

SO MUCH FOR MY PERFECT BRACKET.

JonInMiddleGA · 03-17-2011, 03:01 PM

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Originally Posted by Scoobz0202

SO MUCH FOR MY PERFECT BRACKET.

+1

TargetPractice6 · 03-17-2011, 03:02 PM

I forgot that Butler is coached by a twelve year old.

Ragone · 03-17-2011, 03:05 PM

jesus.. that was a total mugging on siva.. lets not call an obvious foul

Swaggs · 03-17-2011, 03:05 PM

Glad to see WVU advance (obviously). We seemed like a trendy upset pick by a lot of panelists (Lunardi, Gottlieb, Barkley, at least), so it was nice to pick up a tough one over a good team.

I'm officially pleased with the season -- any more wins will just be gravy, as far as I am concerned. I still think we could make a run if we hit shots, since our defense will almost always keep games within striking distance, but I've seen too many long dry spells from this team to believe we can go 3 or 4 games without one.

Ragone · 03-17-2011, 03:10 PM

i'm glad wvu won.. my 2nd favorite big east team.. behind louisville of course..

Comey · 03-17-2011, 03:14 PM

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Originally Posted by TargetPractice6

I can't believe there is actually a person named Dalton Pepper.

He was a hell of a player from the Philly area...think he went to Pennsbury HS, but I could be wrong.

Young Drachma · 03-17-2011, 03:14 PM

So far, so good.

Atocep · 03-17-2011, 03:16 PM

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Originally Posted by Swaggs

I'm officially pleased with the season -- any more wins will just be gravy, as far as I am concerned.

Pretty much how I feel. Before the season started I would have been happy with just making the tourney. The job Huggins has done with this team is really overlooked.

Lathum · 03-17-2011, 03:18 PM

If Morehead state could protect the ball they would have a chance.

I also think it is hilarious that the impartial fans are all chanting MORE-HEAD

Atocep · 03-17-2011, 03:19 PM

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Originally Posted by Comey

He was a hell of a player from the Philly area...think he went to Pennsbury HS, but I could be wrong.

That's correct. Huggins had big expectations for him and he tends to make plays when he's in the game, but he also makes a lot of little mistakes that keep him from playing more.

He'll have every opportunity to start next year.

Comey · 03-17-2011, 03:26 PM

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Originally Posted by Atocep

That's correct. Huggins had big expectations for him and he tends to make plays when he's in the game, but he also makes a lot of little mistakes that keep him from playing more.

He'll have every opportunity to start next year.

I've read numerous rumors (mainly from Pennlive and PASportsBoard) about him transferring after the season. But, I guess those rumors were there last season, as well.

Lathum · 03-17-2011, 03:31 PM

Louisvilles body language looks like they expect to lose

Atocep · 03-17-2011, 03:34 PM

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Originally Posted by Comey

I've read numerous rumors (mainly from Pennlive and PASportsBoard) about him transferring after the season. But, I guess those rumors were there last season, as well.

They've died down as of late but you never know. They have less to do with playing time and more to do with homesickness I've heard.

Comey · 03-17-2011, 03:36 PM

I have to say, I'm *greatly* enjoying CBS On Demand right now. I have the Princeton/UK game on my TV, the PSU/Temple game on my computer...I was worried I'd be screwed, since I don't have cable. This is fantastic.

Young Drachma · 03-17-2011, 03:37 PM

Yeah, it's pretty awesome to not have to go through a whole bunch of trouble to get the games online.

RedKingGold · 03-17-2011, 03:44 PM

Morehead

*snicker*

Atocep · 03-17-2011, 03:45 PM

I hate seeing teams slow things down with 4 minutes or so left unless you're up 10+.

Moorehead is a shining example right now of why that's a bad idea.

Lathum · 03-17-2011, 03:50 PM

Louisville better hit their freethrows here

molson · 03-17-2011, 03:51 PM

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Originally Posted by Atocep

I hate seeing teams slow things down with 4 minutes or so left unless you're up 10+.

Moorehead is a shining example right now of why that's a bad idea.

And you see it constantly. Just like in football when teams run the ball into 3-and-outs in the 4th quarter when they're up by 10.

Lathum · 03-17-2011, 03:51 PM

ugh, I see a Morehead State three coming up here

whomario · 03-17-2011, 03:53 PM

are you kidding me ? What a gutsy (slash crazy) play/shot by Morehead State not going for the tie but the lead down 2

huge no-call to end it. I agree with that one though, imo all Faried does is stand there and block view.

Lathum · 03-17-2011, 03:53 PM

and there it is.

TargetPractice6 · 03-17-2011, 03:54 PM

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Originally Posted by Lathum

ugh, I see a Morehead State three coming up here

Good call!

Butter · 03-17-2011, 03:54 PM

Siva guilty of overplaying for the dribble drive, he couldn't have been more open.

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Ragone Pro Rookie Join Date: May 2002 Location: Kansas City, Mo	These are the refs that call fouls like they are going out of style.. thats not good for wvu at all...

03-17-2011, 12:48 PM	#210
Ragone Pro Rookie Join Date: May 2002 Location: Kansas City, Mo	it is very nice that all the games will be on tv and watchable by all (with cable)

03-17-2011, 01:10 PM	#212
Scoobz0202 Pro Rookie Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Dayton, Ohio	Big way to end the half by West Virginia.

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Lathum Favored Bitch #1 Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: homeless in NJ	Louisville struggling

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whomario Pro Starter Join Date: Jul 2007	what an amazing sequence for Dalton Pepper of WVU, getting 2 buckets off of terrific steals at midcourt within 15 seconds AND a 3rd steal 10 seconds later, out of bounds and ball WVU ! Last edited by whomario : 03-17-2011 at 02:28 PM.

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TargetPractice6 College Benchwarmer Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Lexington, KY	I can't believe there is actually a person named Dalton Pepper.

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muns Pro Starter Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Baltimore MD	Hey Sak how about PSU and Taylor on fire from 3 point range!!!!!

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whomario Pro Starter Join Date: Jul 2007	Butler running an alley oop play there ? Not sure on that one ...

03-17-2011, 02:51 PM	#224
whomario Pro Starter Join Date: Jul 2007	Crazy ending to the Butler vs ODU games, guy shoots falling down, ball tipped and the Howard cleans it up from the weakside. tourney off to a nice start today Last edited by whomario : 03-17-2011 at 02:53 PM.

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Scoobz0202 Pro Rookie Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Dayton, Ohio	SO MUCH FOR MY PERFECT BRACKET.

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TargetPractice6 College Benchwarmer Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Lexington, KY	I forgot that Butler is coached by a twelve year old.

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Ragone Pro Rookie Join Date: May 2002 Location: Kansas City, Mo	jesus.. that was a total mugging on siva.. lets not call an obvious foul

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Swaggs Coordinator Join Date: Oct 2000	Glad to see WVU advance (obviously). We seemed like a trendy upset pick by a lot of panelists (Lunardi, Gottlieb, Barkley, at least), so it was nice to pick up a tough one over a good team. I'm officially pleased with the season -- any more wins will just be gravy, as far as I am concerned. I still think we could make a run if we hit shots, since our defense will almost always keep games within striking distance, but I've seen too many long dry spells from this team to believe we can go 3 or 4 games without one. __________________ DOWN WITH HATTRICK!!! The RWBL Are you reading In The Bleachers?

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Ragone Pro Rookie Join Date: May 2002 Location: Kansas City, Mo	i'm glad wvu won.. my 2nd favorite big east team.. behind louisville of course..

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Lathum Favored Bitch #1 Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: homeless in NJ	If Morehead state could protect the ball they would have a chance. I also think it is hilarious that the impartial fans are all chanting MORE-HEAD

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Lathum Favored Bitch #1 Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: homeless in NJ	Louisvilles body language looks like they expect to lose

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Young Drachma Dark Cloud Join Date: Apr 2001	Yeah, it's pretty awesome to not have to go through a whole bunch of trouble to get the games online. Last edited by Young Drachma : 03-17-2011 at 03:38 PM.

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RedKingGold College Starter Join Date: Oct 2002	Morehead snicker

03-17-2011, 03:45 PM	#243
Atocep Coordinator Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Puyallup, WA	I hate seeing teams slow things down with 4 minutes or so left unless you're up 10+. Moorehead is a shining example right now of why that's a bad idea.

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Lathum Favored Bitch #1 Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: homeless in NJ	Louisville better hit their freethrows here

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Lathum Favored Bitch #1 Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: homeless in NJ	ugh, I see a Morehead State three coming up here

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whomario Pro Starter Join Date: Jul 2007	are you kidding me ? What a gutsy (slash crazy) play/shot by Morehead State not going for the tie but the lead down 2 huge no-call to end it. I agree with that one though, imo all Faried does is stand there and block view. Last edited by whomario : 03-17-2011 at 03:55 PM.

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Lathum Favored Bitch #1 Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: homeless in NJ	and there it is.

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