quarter23cd Posted March 13, 2007 Share Posted March 13, 2007 I really went out on a limb.Way to sneak that #2 seed in there. Upset city, baby! I hope your championship prediction is wrong. The state of Ohio might launch a nuclear war on Florida if they lose another championship game to the Gators. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
wheelco Posted March 13, 2007 Share Posted March 13, 2007 Way to sneak that #2 seed in there. Upset city, baby! I hope your championship prediction is wrong. The state of Ohio might launch a nuclear war on Florida if they lose another championship game to the Gators. they're stockpiled in Wapokoneta and pointed south . . . Quote Link to post Share on other sites
oatmealblizzard Posted March 14, 2007 Share Posted March 14, 2007 Can't wait to watch Texas beat UNCYep. My bracket all leads up to a rematch of the Big 12 Final (Texas v. Kansas), with Texas pulling it out this time, 85-82. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Gobias Industries Posted March 14, 2007 Share Posted March 14, 2007 I have Wisconsin, UCLA, Georgetown, and OSU in the Final 4. Basically all 2 seeds. I almost had Oregon in the Final 4, but I decided to show the Big Ten some love. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
PigSooie Posted March 14, 2007 Share Posted March 14, 2007 Vitale can suck it. Drexel lost, at home, to NC State in the first round of the NIT. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
caliber66 Posted March 14, 2007 Share Posted March 14, 2007 Michael Ventre is trying to make a case at msnbc.com that the NCAA needs to add more teams to the field for the tournament, and the only reason they don't is that 64 (or 65) is an artificial number designed to leave some "decent" teams to draw ratings for the NIT. Apparently, adding a few additional slots "wouldn Quote Link to post Share on other sites
quarter23cd Posted March 14, 2007 Share Posted March 14, 2007 Michael Ventre is trying to make a case at msnbc.com that the NCAA needs to add more teams to the field for the tournament, and the only reason they don't is that 64 (or 65) is an artificial number designed to leave some "decent" teams to draw ratings for the NIT.There are always debates about who squeezes into the last spots in the tourney and who gets left out, but that's part of the drama. We might be starting to see more parity among teams, but until the current 15 and 16 seeds start making a dent in the brackets, I really don't see a need to add more teams. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Jules Posted March 14, 2007 Share Posted March 14, 2007 That's the nature of competition. Have a better season next year, or get over it. Well said. I've heard this argued a few times this week. It's been ~25 years since it went to 64 and there are many more good programs now than back then. Still, seeing that there are usually only a couple teams with something to bitch about every year, I don't see the problem. Plus, it's a great tournament and lasts long enough as it is. Don't fuck with it. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
caliber66 Posted March 14, 2007 Share Posted March 14, 2007 Believe me, as a Virginia fan, I've had my share of disappointment due to bubble teams having to settle for the NIT (or just plain going home), so I speak from experience. It sucks, but there's nothing to do about it but hope the team wins another couple of games next year. Crying about it just makes you look like a bitch. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
tongue-tied lightning Posted March 14, 2007 Share Posted March 14, 2007 final 4 FloridaUCLATX TX A&M UCLA vs TX A&M UCLA winner LOS ANGELES (AP) -- UCLA point guard Darren Collison sprained his ankle during practice Tuesday but will likely be ready to play in the Bruins' NCAA tournament first-round game against Weber State. Collison suffered a first-degree sprain to his left ankle during practice Tuesday, UCLA spokesman Marc Dellins said. The sophomore guard is listed as probable for Thursday night's game in Sacramento. Collison is third on the team in scoring at 12.6 per game and leads the team in assists with 179. The Bruins are the second seed in the West Regional. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
mchchef1 Posted March 14, 2007 Share Posted March 14, 2007 it's a great time to be a buckeye fanFinally stop licking your wounds from Jan 8 I would trade this #1 seed for a do-over of Jan 8 in teh feetball.What was it 42-14? Do you really think there would be a different outcome? But as a Big Blue Fan I don't see the kats gettin to far Quote Link to post Share on other sites
quarter23cd Posted March 14, 2007 Share Posted March 14, 2007 What was it 42-14? Do you really think there would be a different outcome?Hard to say, but it couldn't be worse, could it? Next time around I recommend more weight-room and less buffet-table. I didn't recognize the team that showed up (or didn't) that night, but its all good cuz I have mostly convinced myself it never happened. Anyway, its basketball season now. I'm less of a die-hard for Buckeye b-ball. I'll root for them, but it won't kill me if they lose. I'll probably even root against them if they play Virginia in the 3rd or Georgetown in the Final Four. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
YouAReMYface Posted March 14, 2007 Share Posted March 14, 2007 Believe me, as a Virginia fan, I've had my share of disappointment due to bubble teams having to settle for the NIT (or just plain going home), so I speak from experience. It sucks, but there's nothing to do about it but hope the team wins another couple of games next year. Crying about it just makes you look like a bitch. your a virginia fan?...sorry but Albany is gonna pull the upset and dave leito is a little bitch he will leave as soon as he gets another job offer Quote Link to post Share on other sites
cryptique Posted March 14, 2007 Share Posted March 14, 2007 your a virginia fan?...sorry but Albany is gonna pull the upsetNope. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Tenderloin Posted March 14, 2007 Share Posted March 14, 2007 final 4 Collison suffered a first-degree sprain to his left ankle during practice Tuesday, UCLA spokesman Marc Dellins said. The sophomore guard is listed as probable for Thursday night's game in Sacramento. maybe that's why Reggie Miller picked his alma-mater to get upset by Gonzaga. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Tenderloin Posted March 14, 2007 Share Posted March 14, 2007 2 reasons I'm picking KU to win it all: -Julian Wright-Sheron CollinsTexas A&M, Georgetown and Florida will be the other 3 in the Final Four. here's another reason It's gotta be the water! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Basil II Posted March 14, 2007 Share Posted March 14, 2007 maybe that's why Reggie Miller picked his alma-mater to get upset by Gonzaga. Gonzaga is "favored" to beat Indiana...... -Robert. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Tenderloin Posted March 14, 2007 Share Posted March 14, 2007 Gonzaga is "favored" to beat Indiana...... -Robert....and Reggie went to UCLA Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Gobias Industries Posted March 14, 2007 Share Posted March 14, 2007 Finally stop licking your wounds from Jan 8What was it 42-14? Do you really think there would be a different outcome? Yes. Ginn was fast enough to force Florida to double-cover him, leaving Gonzales, Hartline, Robiskie and gang completely open to tear their defense apart. With Ginn out they could single-cover everyone else. And missing a whole 51 as compared to 30 or so days makes a HUGE HUGE HUGE difference. That game never happened. But I'm excited for this year's tournament. To be honest, OSU is going to be godly next year, with or without Oden. We have two 7' incomers for next year. It's going to be fabulous. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Jules Posted March 14, 2007 Share Posted March 14, 2007 Gonzaga is "favored" to beat Indiana...... -Robert. Actually, IU is a 1 point favorite in my book. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
caliber66 Posted March 14, 2007 Share Posted March 14, 2007 your a virginia fan?...sorry but Albany is gonna pull the upset and dave leito is a little bitch he will leave as soon as he gets another job offerHa ha ha. I have UVA picked to win the whole thing, not that I think they will. The two games I watched this season, both decisive wins over good teams, lead me to believe that they can beat anybody, provided they show up. Which they have not proven they can do consistently (cf. their last two games). I would be hard pressed to find something I care less about than Dave Leito's job prospects. Unless, of course, he leads the Cavs to a championship. How does taking a better offer make you a bitch, though? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
MrRain422 Posted March 14, 2007 Share Posted March 14, 2007 The thing is, they have to show up 6 times in a row. That's the hard part. I really don't think UVA is going to win it, but I wouldn't criticize the pick. To win those pools, you often have to make a few crazy picks and hope you get lucky. Yeah, Virginia is less likely to win than, say, Florida, but a ton of people are picking Florida. If you pick Florida and they win, you could still end up in the middle of the pack, but if Virginia wins, you're likely to win and if not you certainly will come close. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
bobbob1313 Posted March 14, 2007 Share Posted March 14, 2007 Yes. Ginn was fast enough to force Florida to double-cover him, leaving Gonzales, Hartline, Robiskie and gang completely open to tear their defense apart. With Ginn out they could single-cover everyone else. And missing a whole 51 as compared to 30 or so days makes a HUGE HUGE HUGE difference. That game never happened. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
caliber66 Posted March 14, 2007 Share Posted March 14, 2007 The thing is, they have to show up 6 times in a row. That's the hard part.Exactly. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
quarter23cd Posted March 14, 2007 Share Posted March 14, 2007 To win those pools, you often have to make a few crazy picks and hope you get lucky.I have one bracket with Old Dominion winning it all. Granted, I only put $1 on it, so it would be more bragging rights than anything else if it actually played out that way. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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