Ohio State was knocked out of the Sweet 16 for the second straight year, but received consolation just hours after its loss to Kentucky when Jared Sullinger announced his return to Columbus for his sophomore season. By: Justin Mertes-Mistretta … [Read more...] about Could Ohio State Be Even Better Next Season?
2011 NCAA tournament
Ohio State Cruises Past UT-San Antonio 75-46: NCAA 2nd Round Rapid Reaction
Games can be unpredictable this time of year, after all this is why it's called "March Madness." The one exception has been the 1-16 matchup. As a matter of fact, the one seeds were a perfect 104-0 heading into the 2011 NCAA tournament. After Pittsburgh and Duke won by 23 and 32, respectively, Ohio State continued the streak by beating No. 16 seed UT-San Antonio 75-46. By: … [Read more...] about Ohio State Cruises Past UT-San Antonio 75-46: NCAA 2nd Round Rapid Reaction
2011 NCAA Tournament: Southeast Regional Bracket Breakdown
Warning: I will not be responsible if you copy these brackets and are out of your NCAA Tournament pool by Sunday. However, if you do listen to my college basketball wisdom and win some money, I want 20% of the pot or at least a shout-out on your twitter or facebook page. Check out my East and West Regional Bracket Breakdowns. By: David Kay … [Read more...] about 2011 NCAA Tournament: Southeast Regional Bracket Breakdown
2011 NCAA Tournament: West Regional Bracket Breakdown
Warning: I will not be responsible if you copy these brackets and are out of your NCAA Tournament pool by by Sunday. However, if you do listen to my college basketball wisdom and win some money, I want 20% of the pot or at least a shout-out on your twitter or facebook page. Click here to check out my East Regional breakdown. By: David Kay … [Read more...] about 2011 NCAA Tournament: West Regional Bracket Breakdown
Illini Derail Hoosiers, Continue to Enhance NCAA Profile
Truthfully, if I again hear the words "enhance NCAA profile" or "NCAA profile needs enhancing" like there's some sort of a erectile dysfunction drug to fix it, I'll probably punch all the Viagra in the world. It's getting out of hand people. Seriously. But we've had to examine the profile of the Illinois Fighting Illini a lot these past couple of seasons. There's been a lot … [Read more...] about Illini Derail Hoosiers, Continue to Enhance NCAA Profile
2011 NCAA Tournament Bubble Watch (3/1/11)
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)
NCAA Tournament Bubble Watch (2/22/11)
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)
Does ‘The Butler Way’ Lead to a Return NCAA Tournament Trip?
Beneath the Hoosier Sky last March, the Butler Bulldogs unfolded one of the greatest stories in college basketball history. And had that last second half-court heave stayed down and fallen through in the national title game, history would not have denied the glow of the victory firelight for the "home team" at Lucas Oil Field. Just one more basket and the small mid-major … [Read more...] about Does ‘The Butler Way’ Lead to a Return NCAA Tournament Trip?
The Reality of Marquette’s NCAA Tournament Chances
After a heartless second half effort in a crucial game against St. John’s on Tuesday, Marquette now finds itself in desperation mode regarding their 2011 NCAA Tournament hopes. At 6-7 in Big East play with five regular season games remaining, history tells us the margin of error is incredibly slim if the Golden Eagles hope to hear their name called on Selection Sunday. By: … [Read more...] about The Reality of Marquette’s NCAA Tournament Chances
Conference Call with Gene Smith on NCAA Tournament Selection Process
With the annual mock tournament selection taking place in Indianapolis on Thursday and Friday, Gene Smith, Athletic Director at Ohio State and chair of the NCAA Division I men's basketball committee, held a conference call on Wednesday to discuss the tournament selection process. By: Justin Mertes-Mistretta … [Read more...] about Conference Call with Gene Smith on NCAA Tournament Selection Process