Vandy/Neb getting good

Quinton said:

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bear2be2 said:

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IowaBear said:

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I never said the recent solid. I said imo it's not a 3 seed. But again we could argue you this all night. You saw them this weekend. And I seriously doubt you thought they were a 3 seed. I know I didn't. And 2 of the other 3 seeds have looked miiles ahead of Gonzaga. UVA looked mid imo against wright St and I think (hope) Tenn beats them tomm

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The problem is we're talking about resumes, and once you look at all the three seeds, you realize they all have warts. There are about five teams in college basketball this year that are better than everyone else.

After Arizona, Michigan, Duke, Florida and Houston, you can find reasons to nitpick just about everyone else.

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I don't really see that. Three separated themselves. Az pretty much dominated the league and controlled Houston wire to wire in both games. I think they're clearly a tier above.


Az/Michigan/Duke
Small gap
Florida then
Houston/Iowa St

I like Illinois and Purdue as well and could argue lumping them with the two big 12 teams.. but I agree they have more flaws.

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The Big 12 tournament game between Arizona and Houston could have gone either way. Arizona made some big shots and had a huge offensive rebound late to fend off a Houston rally.

But Houston and Florida, like the three you mention, are the only other teams in the country that are elite on both ends of the floor.

Iowa State is just a slightly worse version of Houston, and they're likely cooked without Jefferson. And then Purdue and Illinois don't defend well enough to win a title, and UConn doesn't score efficiently enough to do so.

All of those other teams are good, but the top five are a clear cut above IMO, and the champion will almost certainly come from that group.

Vandy and Neb trading haymakers with 3s

Officials got wayyy over involved to get vandy back in it

boognish_bear said:

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Vandy and Neb trading haymakers with 3s

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Nebraska doesn't pass the eye test, but that team can play.

That tip pass on the break was an unbelievable play by Martin for High Point. Just an incredibly heady play by an excellent point guard.

These are two awesome games to close out then night. Really three when you include Texas-Gonzaga, which was nip and tuck the entire way.

Vanderbilt hasn't bothered to play defense all year. Fitting that they let Nebraska score with ease on back to back possessions to win the game.

IowaBear said:

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Vanderbilt hasn't bothered to play defense all year. Fitting that they let Nebraska score with ease on back to back possessions to win the game.

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Yeah, the seas kind of parted on those last two drives.

BUBradley said:

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Kentucky game was the best game of the tourney so far but that Nebraska game is a close 2nd!

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This High Point-Arkansas game is threatening to join that list.

And High Point-Wisconsin was awesome, too, for that matter.

High Point point guard Rob Martin gives me Chris Paul vibes.

That dude is a stud.

Nebraska was up 10 and rook getting some key players with 3 and 4 fouls with 12-15 min left to
Make it a game. Unreal finish

Hut rhe nebraska ML. Amazing saturday!!!!!

bear2be2 said:

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Quinton said:

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bear2be2 said:

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IowaBear said:

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I never said the recent solid. I said imo it's not a 3 seed. But again we could argue you this all night. You saw them this weekend. And I seriously doubt you thought they were a 3 seed. I know I didn't. And 2 of the other 3 seeds have looked miiles ahead of Gonzaga. UVA looked mid imo against wright St and I think (hope) Tenn beats them tomm

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The problem is we're talking about resumes, and once you look at all the three seeds, you realize they all have warts. There are about five teams in college basketball this year that are better than everyone else.

After Arizona, Michigan, Duke, Florida and Houston, you can find reasons to nitpick just about everyone else.

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I don't really see that. Three separated themselves. Az pretty much dominated the league and controlled Houston wire to wire in both games. I think they're clearly a tier above.


Az/Michigan/Duke
Small gap
Florida then
Houston/Iowa St

I like Illinois and Purdue as well and could argue lumping them with the two big 12 teams.. but I agree they have more flaws.

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The Big 12 tournament game between Arizona and Houston could have gone either way. Arizona made some big shots and had a huge offensive rebound late to fend off a Houston rally.

But Houston and Florida, like the three you mention, are the only other teams in the country that are elite on both ends of the floor.

Iowa State is just a slightly worse version of Houston, and they're likely cooked without Jefferson. And then Purdue and Illinois don't defend well enough to win a title, and UConn doesn't score efficiently enough to do so.

All of those other teams are good, but the top five are a clear cut above IMO, and the champion will almost certainly come from that group.

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It's the nature of basketball. But Arizona pretty much dominated. They were up big. A tough team (Hou) made a run and a great team (AZ) held on. They are clearly better. They also controlled the entire game (led wire to wire) with a limited roster on the road. Not sure how those two teams are the same tier when one led for 95% of a two game series.

Don't see this supposed five. Florida and Houston are very good teams but if you're that big on body of work. Three are clearly a tier above when looking at overall quality. If we're talking who is playing better right now.. that could obviously be argued. Iowa st is a more volatile Houston. Slightly inconsistent team with high level upside and better overall wins but guilty of losing to lesser teams.

Never said Purdue or Illinois will win a title, but they are closer than many would like to believe to that second tier.

boognish_bear said:

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Vandy and Neb trading haymakers with 3s

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It's crazy Florida will need to win two road games just to make the Final Four. The ncaa tournament has never experienced the Nebraska fanbase (UK probably close).

Never seen a group travel so well now they will transfer that to basketball. If they somehow advanced to the elite 8, they will have at least half of that arena.

Similar to what Indiana fans did at every playoff game. There were more of them in Miami than Hurricanes fans.

Had buuuge day. Took HP +300. In the zone

We are going to win sign out

Regardless of what happens in the final minute and a half, High Point was waaaaayyyyy underseeded.

This is a really good basketball team.

Wisconsin and Arkansas are both really good, talented squads, and High Point absolutely belonged on the court with both.

Fre3dombear said:

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Had buuuge day. Took HP +300. In the zone

We are going to win sign out

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Lame

Quinton said:

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bear2be2 said:

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Quinton said:

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bear2be2 said:

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IowaBear said:

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I never said the recent solid. I said imo it's not a 3 seed. But again we could argue you this all night. You saw them this weekend. And I seriously doubt you thought they were a 3 seed. I know I didn't. And 2 of the other 3 seeds have looked miiles ahead of Gonzaga. UVA looked mid imo against wright St and I think (hope) Tenn beats them tomm

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The problem is we're talking about resumes, and once you look at all the three seeds, you realize they all have warts. There are about five teams in college basketball this year that are better than everyone else.

After Arizona, Michigan, Duke, Florida and Houston, you can find reasons to nitpick just about everyone else.

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I don't really see that. Three separated themselves. Az pretty much dominated the league and controlled Houston wire to wire in both games. I think they're clearly a tier above.


Az/Michigan/Duke
Small gap
Florida then
Houston/Iowa St

I like Illinois and Purdue as well and could argue lumping them with the two big 12 teams.. but I agree they have more flaws.

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The Big 12 tournament game between Arizona and Houston could have gone either way. Arizona made some big shots and had a huge offensive rebound late to fend off a Houston rally.

But Houston and Florida, like the three you mention, are the only other teams in the country that are elite on both ends of the floor.

Iowa State is just a slightly worse version of Houston, and they're likely cooked without Jefferson. And then Purdue and Illinois don't defend well enough to win a title, and UConn doesn't score efficiently enough to do so.

All of those other teams are good, but the top five are a clear cut above IMO, and the champion will almost certainly come from that group.

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It's the nature of basketball. But Arizona pretty much dominated. They were up big. A tough team (Hou) made a run and a great team (AZ) held on. They are clearly better. They also controlled the entire game (led wire to wire) with a limited roster on the road. Not sure how those two teams are the same tier when one led for 95% of a two game series.

Don't see this supposed five. Florida and Houston are very good teams but if you're that big on body of work. Three are clearly a tier above when looking at overall quality. If we're talking who is playing better right now.. that could obviously be argued. Iowa st is a more volatile Houston. Slightly inconsistent team with high level upside and better overall wins but guilty of losing to lesser teams.

Never said Purdue or Illinois will win a title, but they are closer than many would like to believe to that second tier.

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I'm talking about teams capable of winning a title. There are only five IMO, and Houston and Florida are on that list.

WPS

Acuff is better than Peterson imo. Dudes an absolute stud

@iowabwar thoughts on iowa state Kentucky tomorrow?

El Oso said:

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Similar to what Indiana fans did at every playoff game. There were more of them in Miami than Hurricanes fans.

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Yep, that's exactly how it will play out. If Nebraska makes that game (crazy long shot imo) and Houston advances, I have no doubt they would outnumber them. That fanbase is just different (crazy) to a level I've never seen before.

Jefferson is maybe 30-50%. Buddy said he's been pushing hard to get ready to play. So if he's actually does suit up I so t be surprised. Kiddos a tough as they come. That said he's not going to be anywhere near the Jefferson you've seen all year. ISU still has some dudes in Lipsey, Milan, Traore. But I do worry about Kentuckys size with Jj out or playing at 50% at best. ISU has a freshman big Plrta who may have to log big minutes today. He's going to be a stud someday. That might need to start today.
I still think ISU can win but the margins shortened. Otz is a better coach than Pope and ISU is still way more physical. They'll scheme to slow down Oweh. And if they're successful I'm not sure Kentucky has the firepower to win.

i hadn't even really heard of th guy and looked at his stats and i was surprised…..maybe it's just me but i don't know why he's not talked about as much as boozer dybasta peterson

Jefferson isn't on their level. But he's a damm good college player. There's some really really good upperclassmen who are overshadowed this year because of how ridiculous the freshman crop is. I think Jefferson made 1 or 2 of the All-American teams so whoever is choosing those teams at least pays attention.

i was talking about acuff, but agree with your points for sure.

Oh duh haha. Yeah Acuff Jr doesn't get near the attention he should. Kid is an absolute bucket

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Dumb

Truly insane NCAA Tournament schedule today.

Just 2 games starting before 5 PM and the final tip at almost 10 PM on a Sunday. 🤦‍♂️ #MarchMadness pic.twitter.com/JFT4MMVl4p

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Houston has now reached the Sweet 16 or further in seven consecutive tournaments 🐾

2026: Sweet 16 (and playing)
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2023: Sweet 16
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Iowa State star Joshua Jefferson will not play today against Kentucky, source told @TheFieldOf68.

Huge loss for the Cyclones.

Look for Nate Heise to get more minutes today.

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