11/13 Games

FeelYourPaign · Nov 13, 2012, 06:58 AM

Things are starting to heat up. Didn't expect to see such good games so early in the season . . . and on a week night to boot.

Duke vs. Kentucky.........8:30 PM....Atlanta, GA
MSU vs. Kansas.............6:00 PM....Atlanta, GA
Wichita St. at VCU.........6:00 PM....Richmond, VA
Butler at Xavier.............3:00 PM....Cincinnati, OH

I'm picking Kentucky, Kansas, Shaka-Who-U, and Xavier.

ssgg · Nov 13, 2012, 07:06 AM

ESPN 24 hour marathon:

8 a.m.: Northern Illinois at Valparaiso.

10 a.m.: Harvard at Massachusetts.

12 p.m.: Temple at Kent State.

2 p.m.: Detroit at St. John's.

4 p.m.: Butler at Xavier.

7 p.m.: Michigan State vs. Kansas.

9:30: Duke vs. Kentucky.

Michigan takes on Cleveland State on ESPN2 at 7. Weber and KSU were supposed to take on North Texas and Tony Mitchell, formerly of Mizzou fame. But NT lost to a d2 team, so Weber and his boys get showcased on ESPN2 tonight in what should be a bloodbath.

Botb9 · Nov 13, 2012, 07:09 AM

Watching Valpo vs. NIU. It was 23-17 -- at HALF. I really hope those days are over for us.

Botb9 · Nov 13, 2012, 07:22 AM

Man, NIU is AWFUL.

FeelYourPaign · Nov 13, 2012, 07:50 AM

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Originally Posted by Botb9

Man, NIU is AWFUL.

Gotta laugh, what keeps you watching?
We've been there and it just sucks to watch.

ChiCityHoops34 · Nov 13, 2012, 08:23 AM

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Originally Posted by Botb9

Man, NIU is AWFUL.

Yep i live in dekalb they built this awesome arena but in a horrible location. That last coach they had from colorado (pattinson or something??) Set them back 5+ years he was horrible. He posted the most rounds at my golf course the past 3 summers, niu alum would get in arguments with him there it was a mess

danielb927 · Nov 13, 2012, 08:26 AM

Well, caught everything through the start of the 3 AM game... needless to say, my 6:45 AM alarm was quickly snoozed, sounds like I didn't miss much not seeing any of the NIU game! Tried to relive my youthful days of watching at least a few minutes of every game but I guess I'm getting too old for such pursuits

Holdemall · Nov 13, 2012, 09:48 AM

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Originally Posted by danielb927

Well, caught everything through the start of the 3 AM game... needless to say, my 6:45 AM alarm was quickly snoozed, sounds like I didn't miss much not seeing any of the NIU game! Tried to relive my youthful days of watching at least a few minutes of every game but I guess I'm getting too old for such pursuits

You need to learn about the siesta.

jackman404 · Nov 13, 2012, 11:00 AM

I like Duke tonight. Kentucky still needs time to gel as a unit. Man, it's good to be talking about basketball again!

mattcoldagelli · Nov 13, 2012, 11:05 AM

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Originally Posted by FeelYourPaign

MSU vs. Kansas.............6:00 PM....Atlanta, GA

I mean, I'll guess I'll pull for Sparty because of the B1G and everything, but I'm so sour on Izzo following last year I wouldn't mind if Self gave him the business.

FeelYourPaign · Nov 13, 2012, 12:00 PM

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Originally Posted by mattcoldagelli

I mean, I'll guess I'll pull for Sparty because of the B1G and everything, but I'm so sour on Izzo following last year I wouldn't mind if Self gave him the business.

I agree 100% on Izzo. Needs to stick to his own knitting. Don't recall everyone giving him a public load of ##$*% about going around checking out the NBA. We let him figure out what was best for Team Izzo, he should let us figure out what is best for Team Illinois. Thanks for giving me a chance to rant !! Much appreciated.

Priestspoets · Nov 13, 2012, 12:08 PM

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Originally Posted by mattcoldagelli

I mean, I'll guess I'll pull for Sparty because of the B1G and everything, but I'm so sour on Izzo following last year I wouldn't mind if Self gave him the business.

I completely agree with you, out here in KC area Kansas still needs some time on the offensive end. There defense is pretty good though.

OrangeAndBlue217 · Nov 13, 2012, 12:56 PM

I would bet Duke wins.

justsomedude · Nov 13, 2012, 12:59 PM

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Originally Posted by mattcoldagelli

I mean, I'll guess I'll pull for Sparty because of the B1G and everything, but I'm so sour on Izzo following last year I wouldn't mind if Self gave him the business.

I wouldn't mind if Izzo never won another game ... I might root for KSU and Weber to beat him.

troydove · Nov 13, 2012, 01:18 PM

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Originally Posted by jackman404

I like Duke tonight. Kentucky still needs time to gel as a unit. Man, it's good to be talking about basketball again!

I agree, Ky will need some time.

jcgoldie · Nov 13, 2012, 04:41 PM

Izzo was just trying to be loyal to his buddy... yeah he went overboard with it but I can respect his motivation. I'll still root for sparty when they aint playing us.

PointGuardU01 · Nov 13, 2012, 04:56 PM

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Originally Posted by justsomedude

I wouldn't mind if Izzo never won another game ... I might root for KSU and Weber to beat him.

When Izzo plays Self, we root for Izzo. What Izzo did was absolutely nothing compared to how Self treated us on his way out the door. Time may have let you forget, but not me. Go sparty!

RedButkus · Nov 13, 2012, 05:03 PM

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Originally Posted by jcgoldie

Izzo was just trying to be loyal to his buddy... yeah he went overboard with it but I can respect his motivation. I'll still root for sparty when they aint playing us.

Partially that, but his criticism of Illinois helped MSU recruit Parker. Izzo knew what he was doing.

stevo99 · Nov 13, 2012, 05:22 PM

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Originally Posted by jackman404

I like Duke tonight. Kentucky still needs time to gel as a unit. Man, it's good to be talking about basketball again!

Agreed.

Kentucky is currently not a top 10 team.

Groundhogday · Nov 13, 2012, 05:41 PM

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Originally Posted by RedButkus

Partially that, but his criticism of Illinois helped MSU recruit Parker. Izzo knew what he was doing.

We never had a real shot at Parker, neither before nor after Weber was fired.

IlliniByProxy · Nov 13, 2012, 06:05 PM

MSU looks pretty sloppy in the first half against Kansas. They don't seem to have a lot of depth at the gaurd positions. However, I think we are going to struggle with their size and physical post play.

troydove · Nov 13, 2012, 06:07 PM

Halftime, what a game,what talent,this is fun for nov. Superstar alert,#14 harris is a stud for state. And did we recruit #31 on kansas, redshirt soph from Chicago? What a put back or put down, WOW/ screw football

troydove · Nov 13, 2012, 06:11 PM

Do you think Groce can rub elbows with these coaches someday? All those final 4's

JJB · Nov 13, 2012, 06:17 PM

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Originally Posted by troydove

Halftime, what a game,what talent,this is fun for nov. Superstar alert,#14 harris is a stud for state. And did we recruit #31 on kansas, redshirt soph from Chicago? What a put back or put down, WOW/ screw football

We didn't really recruit Traylor (#31). Mostly because of grades (he was ineligible at Kansas last year, ineligible his junior year in the CPL and went to IMG in FL to get grades up to sign in the spring), but also because Shaw's skill set fit better with that we were looking for at the time.

troydove · Nov 13, 2012, 06:24 PM

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Originally Posted by JJB

We didn't really recruit Traylor (#31). Mostly because of grades (he was ineligible at Kansas last year, ineligible his junior year in the CPL and went to IMG in FL to get grades up to sign in the spring), but also because Shaw's skill set fit better with that we were looking for at the time.

The guy looks like he could jump over the moon

Nov 13, 2012, 07:22 AM	#4
Botb9 Realist Posts: 3,148	Man, NIU is AWFUL. __________________ Hype is a self-serving beast that feeds on the hopes and dreams of fans.

Nov 13, 2012, 08:26 AM	#7
danielb927 Orange Krush Class of 2013 Location: Champaign, IL Posts: 3,739	Well, caught everything through the start of the 3 AM game... needless to say, my 6:45 AM alarm was quickly snoozed, sounds like I didn't miss much not seeing any of the NIU game! Tried to relive my youthful days of watching at least a few minutes of every game but I guess I'm getting too old for such pursuits __________________ Illini Pride President 2012-2013 Orange Krush Class of 2013! - Orange Krush Road Trip @ Iowa, Feb. 3, 2010 The views expressed in these posts are solely individual and do not represent the views of any student organizations.

Nov 13, 2012, 11:00 AM	#9
jackman404 Posts: 1,473	I like Duke tonight. Kentucky still needs time to gel as a unit. Man, it's good to be talking about basketball again! __________________ Williams to tie it with a three......HE DOES!!!

Nov 13, 2012, 06:58 AM	#1
FeelYourPaign Location: Barrington, IL Posts: 2,294	Things are starting to heat up. Didn't expect to see such good games so early in the season . . . and on a week night to boot. Duke vs. Kentucky.........8:30 PM....Atlanta, GA MSU vs. Kansas.............6:00 PM....Atlanta, GA Wichita St. at VCU.........6:00 PM....Richmond, VA Butler at Xavier.............3:00 PM....Cincinnati, OH I'm picking Kentucky, Kansas, Shaka-Who-U, and Xavier.

Nov 13, 2012, 07:06 AM	#2
ssgg Banned Posts: 21	ESPN 24 hour marathon: 8 a.m.: Northern Illinois at Valparaiso. 10 a.m.: Harvard at Massachusetts. 12 p.m.: Temple at Kent State. 2 p.m.: Detroit at St. John's. 4 p.m.: Butler at Xavier. 7 p.m.: Michigan State vs. Kansas. 9:30: Duke vs. Kentucky. Michigan takes on Cleveland State on ESPN2 at 7. Weber and KSU were supposed to take on North Texas and Tony Mitchell, formerly of Mizzou fame. But NT lost to a d2 team, so Weber and his boys get showcased on ESPN2 tonight in what should be a bloodbath.

Nov 13, 2012, 07:09 AM	#3
Botb9 Realist Posts: 3,148	Watching Valpo vs. NIU. It was 23-17 -- at HALF. I really hope those days are over for us. __________________ Hype is a self-serving beast that feeds on the hopes and dreams of fans.

Nov 13, 2012, 12:56 PM	#13
OrangeAndBlue217 Location: Decatur, IL Posts: 1,693	I would bet Duke wins.

Nov 13, 2012, 04:41 PM	#16
jcgoldie Location: Alton, IL Posts: 343	Izzo was just trying to be loyal to his buddy... yeah he went overboard with it but I can respect his motivation. I'll still root for sparty when they aint playing us.

Nov 13, 2012, 06:05 PM	#21
IlliniByProxy Location: St. Joseph, IL Posts: 449	MSU looks pretty sloppy in the first half against Kansas. They don't seem to have a lot of depth at the gaurd positions. However, I think we are going to struggle with their size and physical post play.

Nov 13, 2012, 06:07 PM	#22
troydove Posts: 358	Halftime, what a game,what talent,this is fun for nov. Superstar alert,#14 harris is a stud for state. And did we recruit #31 on kansas, redshirt soph from Chicago? What a put back or put down, WOW/ screw football

Nov 13, 2012, 06:11 PM	#23
troydove Posts: 358	Do you think Groce can rub elbows with these coaches someday? All those final 4's