Is Indiana basketball truly back to it's former glory? We'll find out this weekend. In 2003, Tom Crean led the Marquette Golden Eagles to a somewhat unexpected trip to the Final Four. Ten years later, Crean is looking for a return trip; this time as head coach of the Indiana Basketball. … [Read more...] about Tom Crean leading Indiana Basketball to the Final Four?
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#3 Marquette vs. #7 Florida: everything you need to know
For the second straight season, Marquette has reached the Sweet 16 of the NCAA Tournament. While last year's run was somewhat unexpected as an 11 seed, this year's Golden Eagles were expected to do some damage as the third seed in the West Regional. Thursday evening in Albuquerque, Buzz Williams' team will match up with Billy Donovan and the seventh seeded Florida Gators with … [Read more...] about #3 Marquette vs. #7 Florida: everything you need to know
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 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. In my opinion, the West Regional is the deepest and has the most exciting possible match-ups of the four … [Read more...] about NCAA Tournament: West Regional bracket breakdown
Big East basketball: NCAA Tournament bubble breakdown
Friday is usually when I do my updated Big East Basketball Power Rankings. Since nobody cares about the DePaul’s, Providence’s, and Rutgers’ of the world this late in the season, this week’s Big East Power Rankings will an analysis of the teams in the conference who have solidified their status in the NCAA Tournament or are firmly on the bubble and still have work to do. … [Read more...] about Big East basketball: NCAA Tournament bubble breakdown
NCAA Tournament East Regional Sweet 16 Breakdown
My hands still sting from all the loud clapping I did during Marquette's third round victory against Syracuse. As winnable as their first two games were, reality sets in a bit as the Golden Eagles have a mountain to climb if they want to complete an improbable run to the Final Four. Ohio State, North Carolina, and Kentucky are all powerhouse programs loaded with NBA talent. … [Read more...] about NCAA Tournament East Regional Sweet 16 Breakdown
Marquette Advances to the Sweet 16
“This team?” a friend asked me just minutes after Marquette sealed a third round NCAA Tournament victory against Syracuse to earn their first trip to the Sweet 16 since 2003. Yes, THIS team. Not the Golden Eagle group led by the Big Three of Wesley Matthews, Jerel McNeal, and Dominic James that suffered heart-wrenching second round losses in back-to-back years (Damn you … [Read more...] about Marquette Advances to the Sweet 16
2011 NCAA Tournament: East 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 thank you note or shout-out on your twitter or facebook page. By: David Kay … [Read more...] about 2011 NCAA Tournament: East Regional Bracket Breakdown
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)
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
Bracket Breakdown: East Regional
By: David Kay Synopsis With mid-majors New Mexico and Temple as two of the top five seeds, this regional looks a little weak. Kentucky is the most talented team in the country with four future lottery picks on their roster but can they put it all together to make a tournament run? #2 West Virginia is coming off a Big East Tournament title and is a serious contender to get … [Read more...] about Bracket Breakdown: East Regional