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THE Ohio State Buckeyes Big Ten Preview

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Ohio State has stormed to a 13-0 start, winning every game by double-digits. They are also 1-0 against the AP top-25 (win against former #10 Florida). While they haven't been tested early on, the Big Ten schedule will prove just how tough the Buckeyes really are. Game to Watch: OSU at Wisconsin, February 12. The Buckeyes are 0-7 at the Kohl Center during Bo Ryan's current … [Read more...] about THE Ohio State Buckeyes Big Ten Preview

Big Ten Power Rankings: Start of Conference Season Edition

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Back around Halloween, there was this belief that the Big Ten was the most powerful conference in college basketball. Of course that was before the season started. With the league going just 17-18 versus other power conference teams, while the Big East has gone 24-12 with the same criteria. In other words, this league is rather overrated; and they've suffered some unexpected … [Read more...] about Big Ten Power Rankings: Start of Conference Season Edition

Big Ten Basketball Power Rankings: Holiday Party Edition

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When you get into mid-late December, the featured games in college basketball can be less than appealing. We're past the riveting pairings of the Big Ten/ACC Challenge and Feast Week Thanksgiving tournaments. However, we still have three weeks until conference season begins. Last Saturday's nationally televised match-ups on Saturday were so dreadfully boring that Indiana … [Read more...] about Big Ten Basketball Power Rankings: Holiday Party Edition

Rapid Reaction: Wisconsin 87 NC State 48

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The Wisconsin Badgers did their part in the 2010 ACC/Big Ten Challenge as they defeated the NC State Wolfpack by the score of 87-48. The Badgers (5-2) don't want to hear about the ACC being the best basketball conference in America because they have won their last six against ACC foes including two already this season (65-55 win over Boston College in Old Spice … [Read more...] about Rapid Reaction: Wisconsin 87 NC State 48

99 in 99: #4 Ohio State Buckeyes

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The Ewing Theory will be put to the test this season in Columbus.  The Ohio State Buckeyes lose National Player of the Year, “His Royal Smoothness” Evan Turner but could actually be a better team without him as Thad Matta returns his other four starters and ushers in a highly touted class of freshmen. The Sports Bank’s “99 in 99” ranks the 72 power conference college … [Read more...] about 99 in 99: #4 Ohio State Buckeyes

99 in 99: #10 Illinois Fighting Illini

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Without question, this is the most talent the Illinois Fighting Illini has put on the floor since their 2004-2005 Champaign Campaign.  There is a good mix of size, athleticism, and guard play; veterans and newcomers.  The question will be whether or not this group can put it all together and live up to the high expectations entering this season.  The first step begins tonight … [Read more...] about 99 in 99: #10 Illinois Fighting Illini

Badgers Wquinton Smith To See An Increased Role This Season

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The Wisconsin Badgers Men's Basketball Team improved to 51-4 all-time in exhibition play with a 84-59 defeat of UW-La Crosse at the Kohl Center on Saturday. If you look past the spectacular dunks and double-double from Jon Leuer (15 points and 10 rebounds), it was evident that back-up point guard Wquinton (pronounced QUIN-ton) Smith should be a key reserve for Bo Ryan's … [Read more...] about Badgers Wquinton Smith To See An Increased Role This Season

Coaches Rock Upon the Mic Right at Big 10 Media Day

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Many college basketball experts believe the Big Ten will be the best conference in the nation this year. And on paper, it certainly looks that way, as they have a first team all conference squad of players who have ruled the Big Ten since they were sophomores. Now they have reached their prime. And when it comes to coaches, the Big Ten has a fine a pedigree as any. … [Read more...] about Coaches Rock Upon the Mic Right at Big 10 Media Day