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Better RPI, better SOS, 3 more wins against the 0'fer that we had against the top 50 for starters...Keep in mind if we're a 2 or 3 seed, they aren't THAT much better than us...who cares as long as we're in the field.

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This was actually par for the course throughout the entire season. If you followed projected brackets, the A10 got little respect all season. Whether it's warranted or not, is up to you. But it shouldn't be a shock today that the A10 got a subpar draw. It's been the consensus the entire year b/c of ...

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Anyone venture over to the Friar board yet? Not that I'm upset about their draw, but man what a raw deal they got. Dayton gets treated as a top 4 seed based on location. A lot closer to the bubble than we ever imagined.

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We can agree to disagree Moten, that's the joy of this forum. I just think NWestern finally has the athletes to hang with the middle of that pack, they've never really had them before. I'm giving it 2-3 years, when this year's freshmen and incoming 2015 class are juniors and seniors. You know there ...

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Moten, being a Spartan lifer as well, you're right about navigating the pitfalls of the Big Ten. Not saying they'll win any titles while he's there, they certainly won't. But to be part of that middle pack of Iowa/Indiana/Illinois/Minnesota isn't a stretch. They have a solid freshman core this year ...

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Heading down Friday morning, hoping to get into Brooklyn by early afternoon. Taking it day by day based on how Rhody does, hopefully a stay until Sunday is in order. Looking forward to meeting up with some of you guys. I've gathered BWW is the consensus plan immediately before the game? Staying with...

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I was pulling for St. Francis too, free throws were their demise at the end. W&M had probably the most exciting game I've seen this year against Hofstra in the semifinals of the CAA tournament. I love watching these smaller conference tournaments, lots of talent that gets little to no exposure d...

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I believe the 5 "original" teams listed are Army, The Citadel, St. Francis (Brooklyn), Northwestern, and William & Mary. W&M had a shot this season against our old friend Bill Coen. I feel like Chris Collins will get Northwestern a berth within the next 3 years. You're right Rod, I...

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You're crazy if you don't think Bembry deserves 1st team. He's arguably the best and most talented player in the league, just plays on a crap team. I'd say averaging 18/8/4 a game is 1st team worthy, he does everything for Joe's. Agreed about Weber, that award was due to the culmination of his caree...

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I guess I should've clarified. It's based on full body of work, that's the emphasis this year. That alone will be enough for an at-large. My point was that when viewing them without Weber, I don't think they're "deserving" of getting in, the team as it stands right now. Simply put, they ar...

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If VCU goes one and done, it means losing to either Fordham or Mason. I'd personally find it tough to put THIS team (w/o Weber) as deserving of a bid if that were to happen.

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I agree Rod, and on the flip side, Masiello is going to get some nice offers once again this offseason. Now that he has his degree, he's legally qualified now! May have been a blessing for him, USF is a bottom feeder in the AAC.

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Made my night TP, Carrey's golden years in the 90's for sure.

Can we change the title of this to "Best In Living Color skits"? Seems pointless to beat a dead horse, anything other than a trophy on Sunday means we aren't announced on Selection Sunday.

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Rod, I've seen it on FXX late night. I still haven't seen many of the episodes, any time it's on the DVR is recording.

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Purdue is 3-5 vs. the top 50 and 9-9 vs. the top 100. One of their "bad" losses is to North Florida, who won their conference and is dancing. Not to mention a higher RPI and SOS. We have a big fat goose egg in one of the most important criteria on the selection sheet. Record vs. top 50 RPI...

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Great reference Rod, loved the Homey and Fire Marshall Bill skits as a kid growing up.

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We don't have a single win against the top 50. We didn't beat a "tournament quality" team all season. Just hoist that trophy on Sunday and we'll be all smiles. Otherwise, get ready to make the trek to the RC for an NIT home game.

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Looks like we're facing the winner of GW vs. St. Louis/Duquesne winner. Wanted Umass in the 3/6 game if everything held, but GW smoked them today at home. Can't wait for Brooklyn!

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Just flipped on ESPN2, and saw Blake Vedder in the starting lineup for Kent St. Lost the jump ball against a guy 6 inches shorter than him. Only starting b/c it's Senior Night.

As I'm about to hit submit, he fires up a 3 and misses. Man, I'm glad I'm not a Kent St. fan.

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I'll be at Brooklyn Bridge Mariott like most of you guys. Meeting up with some old roomates who live in the Philly and Boston areas, who don't get to see Rhody live much. Pumped for next week guys!

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Don't let a microphone within 50 feet of BlueMan, I was nervous enough with the proposal.

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Now that I have a break at work, can finally post some thoughts on last night. Did anyone notice how well Dayton executed in half-court sets? Too many times to count, EVERY guy on the Flyers touched the ball. They spaced out the floor which made it hard for anyone to help defensively without leaving...

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Hoiberg's system is as NBA a style of offense as you'll find in the college game (outside of maybe D'Antoni's run and gun at Iona). He has the perfect guy in Niang to get him in open space and run isolation sets. Most of the time there is a mismatch as he is such a dynamic player, so help comes and ...

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In terms of what the school accomplished in the late 80's/early 90's, I don't think us younger fans/alums have the same appreciation for it at all. How could you? My first tournament memory of URI was the first Purdue game in 1993. Doesn't mean I don't care about the Sweet 16 run in '88, but I defin...

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Rhody opens as 4 point underdogs tomorrow night

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I did notice today though, unlike in our first matchup, that Wright did a lot more work with his body burying Hassan further underneath the basket. IMO, that's the only way you beast Hassan inside. Plus, Wright is one of the most physical bigs in terms of bodying up in the conference. He moved Hassa...

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According to the official NCAA Selection sheet, league play in itself is not a deciding factor. Full body of work is, however VCU should be looked at post-Weber's injury. They haven't been good really without him. However, if you're phrasing the league play thing for URI, we don't belong in. We stil...

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The thing is, we were playing well. First half was a pretty great half as noted. Oddly, the reverse of having a poor 2nd half occurred today. Again, road games are never easy in conference. Glad to get the W, and essentially lock up a bye.

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Thankfully, they've shot worse than we have from the foul line today. Just terrible from the charity stripe all around. Glad we're going to escape.

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I'd put the gyro's from International against anyone's, but they do make a decent steak bomb as well.

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Opening line has us as a 1 point underdog tomorrow. Essentially a pick'em. Fully expect us to bounce back strong.

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I'm thinking it got a bit heavier a couple minutes after that timeout, just a hunch.

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Just watched the replay. The whistle blew literally as the ref was about to bounce the ball. Wasn't in Hassan's hands yet. Can totally understand why he was a little ticked though.

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I believe you can call a time-out in between free throws. It's technically a dead-ball situation. You can sub players in and out, so a timeout is legal too. The issue in that case was, the timeout was called once the ball went into Hassan's hands. At that point, it's no longer a dead-ball situation....

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FT splits are as follows. Virtually the same.

Home:252/386 65.3%
Away/Neutral:167/257 65%

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Just got home. Despite a shocking number of empty seats, that place was SHAKING when we regained the lead late in the 2nd half. For everyone in the building, A+ effort. I think tonight demonstrated the identity of this team. Our defense will keep us in every single game we play in. It's on the offen...

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Ironic that Stevie Wonder gave the legendary Darryl Dawkins the "Chocolate Thunder" nickname, ya know, for a guy who can't see...

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Great quote by Cooley, love the brutal honesty.

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TP, they do a senior night in the Pavilion, and then a senior night at Wells Fargo. The perks of having 2 home courts I guess.

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Sean, FT's aside, Nova was the better team tonight. Also, when they shoot 13-25 from 3, you're unlikely to beat them. Unlike the A-10, they are the clear cut favorite in the Big East. But yeah, you think Pinkston and Hilliard were going to lose on Senior night?

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Santa Clara and GTech came through unguaranteed games in a tournament. Southern Miss was a home and home (previous year Southern Miss was a borderline tournament team). Brown is an annual game no? That doesn't change from year to year. Every team schedules a Delaware State type team (usually a few)....

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Opening line is out and we are favored by 2. That's strictly because of home court with a spread that low, almost a toss-up in terms of how Vegas views the 2 teams on a neutral floor.

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http://www.cbssports.com/collegebasketball/eye-on-college-basketball/25079791/bracketology-what-data-is-relevant-and-what-isnt Interesting to see #2 on there, although that has been known. That pretty much ends the whole, "If we finish in 1st place in the regular season", debate. It guaran...

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Should've rephrased that as "lately". 3 of the last 5 they have lost, and the 2 they won were by less than 6 points. K-State has certainly become more relevant in the last 7 years on the national stage too. Kansas obviously owns that rivalry though Rod, you're right.

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KState with a much deserved court-storming tonight, and it was a doozy. Kansas never plays well in Manhattan.

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Not sure if anyone saw a couple months back, but Stainbrook's also an Uber driver in his spare time. Seems like an awesome guy by all accounts. Plus he wears sweet specs during the game.

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Sounds like us last year...bad teams don't win close games. The end of this game has been an absolute disaster. Also, Louisville isn't making it to the 2nd weekend this year. They look just as bad, outside of Rozier taking over the game in the last 5 minutes.

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Now this, this may be a warranted court-storming game. Doesn't look like many students showed up to care though.

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You're crazy if you ever considered PC on the road as a bad loss. Missed opportunity for us though, that's for sure. PC was always projected to be a top of the Big East, tournament team. GTech could be helping out it's cause tonight BAR, even against a Chris Jones-less Louisville team. St. Joe's is ...

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