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Darius Morris is Michigan’s Main Weapon

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Just when the Michigan Wolverines looked like they were down and out, Darius Morris and Tim Hardaway Jr. sparked a rally in the second half to cut a 12-point deficit and upend the Illini 60-55 to earn the opportunity to face #1 Ohio State on Saturday. The Wolverines were sitting firmly on the bubble before, but their new and best win of the season versus Illinois probably … [Read more...] about Darius Morris is Michigan’s Main Weapon

Illinois Fighting Illini Choke Away BTT Game to Wolverines

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There's only one program to have reached (or received a bye into) the Big Ten Tournament quarter-finals every year in the tourney's inception, and that's the Illinois Fighting Illini. In fact out of the 13 conference tourneys, they've reached the semi-finals in every year except one. Make it two after today's epic choke job. The Illini (who have the most BTT wins all time … [Read more...] about Illinois Fighting Illini Choke Away BTT Game to Wolverines

Are the Michigan Wolverines going to make the NCAA Tournament?

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One of the bubble teams this year is the Michigan Wolverines out of the Big Ten. The Wolverines have had a great season considering the talent they lost from last year and the talent they (presumably) lack this year. But, is it enough to get them dancing? Let’s take a look at what they have to offer. Michigan will enter the Big Ten Tournament as the No. 4 seed, going up … [Read more...] about Are the Michigan Wolverines going to make the NCAA Tournament?

Win Big Ten Tournament Semi-Finals Tickets!!!

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Win some sweet seats to one of the most exciting tournaments in all of college basketball! Courtesy of the good people at Stub Hub.com Ticket information: Conseco Fieldhouse, Indianapolis, Indiana. 2011 Big Ten Basketball Tournament Session 4 Tickets (Semifinals) on 3/12/2011 1:40:00 PM, section 208 -row 16 – seats 12,13,14 DEADLINE IS FRIDAY MARCH 11TH NOON ET! SEND … [Read more...] about Win Big Ten Tournament Semi-Finals Tickets!!!

All-Big Ten Basketball Teams Announced; Purdue’s JaJuan Johnson POY

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Six members of the Big Ten champion and top-ranked Ohio State men’s basketball team were recognized among the 2011 All-Big Ten men’s basketball teams and award winners, announced Monday by the conference office. Jared Sullinger was a unanimous pick for Big Ten Freshman of the Year by the coaches and media and garnered first team All-Big Ten honors, while fellow rookie Aaron … [Read more...] about All-Big Ten Basketball Teams Announced; Purdue’s JaJuan Johnson POY

TSB’s Big Ten Basketball Postseason Awards

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You can have an endless debate about some of the candidates for the Big Ten basketball post-season awards.  JaJuan Johnson, Jared Sullinger, and Jordan Taylor are all worthy of being named Player of the Year.  A solid case could be made for Ohio State's Thad Matta, Purdue's Matt Painter, and Wisconsin's Bo Ryan winning Coach of the Year honors.  The Sports Bank panel of five … [Read more...] about TSB’s Big Ten Basketball Postseason Awards

2011 NCAA Tournament Bubble Watch (3/1/11)

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It is the final week of the college basketball regular season and several major conference teams are hanging on to their NCAA Tournament hopes with the slimmest margin for error.  Here are some crucial games this week featuring NCAA Tournament bubble teams that could make or break their chances of being selected for the Field of 68.  Click here for my latest … [Read more...] about 2011 NCAA Tournament Bubble Watch (3/1/11)

Wisconsin Badgers Josh Gasser Bursts Michigan’s Bubble

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The Michigan Wolverines (17-12, 7-9) went into Wednesday's game with the #12 Wisconsin Badgers (21-6, 11-4) with everything to gain after winning six of their last eight conference games. Sitting firmly on the bubble, a win versus the Badgers in Ann Arbor would have went a long way for their NCAA tourney-resume. The Wolverines played better basketball for the majority of the … [Read more...] about Wisconsin Badgers Josh Gasser Bursts Michigan’s Bubble

NCAA Tournament Bubble Watch (2/22/11)

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With two weeks left in the regular season, we are hitting the stretch run of the college basketball season and teams are trying to improve their resume and pick up some key wins to help their NCAA Tournament hopes.  Here are some crucial games this week that have bubble teams matching head-to-head that could ultimately make or break their chances of being selected for the Field … [Read more...] about NCAA Tournament Bubble Watch (2/22/11)