Pregame: Illinois vs Ohio State, Sunday, February 2nd, 12:00pm CT, CBS
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That was one of the least enjoyable posts I've read on this board. As I read it, all I could think of was this phrase immortallzed in Caddy Shack: "Tanks fer Nuttin.'"
Does this mean you will stop watching the games for the remainder of the year?
If so, that would likely indicate you’ll stop posting your doom and gloom.
Positives all the way around.
As he should.
Reminds me of this gem:
Perhaps I am too optimistic, but I think this team and season still have a very good chance to be special.
We are all frustrated with a recent 2 and 4 skid in our last 6 games. However, during that time frame we have been without a combination of a lottery pick in KJ that is a maestro, and/or a terrific big man in TI that can rebound, block shots, shoot, and pass. Other key pieces have suffered set backs from illness. We are a young team filling holes from key personnel with young players.
Prior to illness and injury we were rolling pretty well with new players all learning how to play with one another.
Once the team is back to full health, I will gladly take a combination and rotation of KJ, KB, Dra, Trey, Will, Tomi, Rez, and yes, BH and JD. That healthy and gelled rotation of 9, that includes our superstars, will be very difficult to beat. Enough of the doom and gloom.
We don’t need to win the regular season B1G. If we are firing on all cylinders come the B1G tournament and make a run there, we can still achieve a 3-5 seed, in my opinion.
Yes, it’s frustrating to see lack of adjustments, careless turnovers, horrible shooting, etc. But goodness, factor in the youngest team in the power 4/5, only 1 returning player in the rotation of 9, as well as injury and illness at the 1 and 5 (our two positions lacking the most depth) and there’s a light at the end of the tunnel.
When at full strength and healthy, we have been dominant and will be when it matters most.
I believe that is where this team is headed.
I - L - L…….
We are all frustrated with a recent 2 and 4 skid in our last 6 games. However, during that time frame we have been without a combination of a lottery pick in KJ that is a maestro, and/or a terrific big man in TI that can rebound, block shots, shoot, and pass. Other key pieces have suffered set backs from illness. We are a young team filling holes from key personnel with young players.
Prior to illness and injury we were rolling pretty well with new players all learning how to play with one another.
Once the team is back to full health, I will gladly take a combination and rotation of KJ, KB, Dra, Trey, Will, Tomi, Rez, and yes, BH and JD. That healthy and gelled rotation of 9, that includes our superstars, will be very difficult to beat. Enough of the doom and gloom.
We don’t need to win the regular season B1G. If we are firing on all cylinders come the B1G tournament and make a run there, we can still achieve a 3-5 seed, in my opinion.
Yes, it’s frustrating to see lack of adjustments, careless turnovers, horrible shooting, etc. But goodness, factor in the youngest team in the power 4/5, only 1 returning player in the rotation of 9, as well as injury and illness at the 1 and 5 (our two positions lacking the most depth) and there’s a light at the end of the tunnel.
When at full strength and healthy, we have been dominant and will be when it matters most.
I believe that is where this team is headed.
I - L - L…….
altgeld88
- Arlington, Virginia
Mark it down, my friend: on February 16th you will no longer regret having done this.
Chin up. And take solace that Valentine's Day is the preceding day. It will be a fab weekend.
OrangeBlue98
Iowa is not in a great spot right now (LvilleILL1)
- Des Moines, IA
Let's call it what it is - if this team makes an Elite Eight or a Final Four run, it's going to be from a lower seeded spot. Runs like what Michigan State did in 2015 from a 7 seed, what South Carolina did in 2017 as a 7 seed, or what North Carolina did in 2022 as an 8 seed.
It will be a run from a 5 to 7 seed or so. It can be done and has, but this team will have to battle to stick it out as a 5, 6, or 7 seed.
It will be a run from a 5 to 7 seed or so. It can be done and has, but this team will have to battle to stick it out as a 5, 6, or 7 seed.
Germanboxers
- Fort Wayne, IN
Absolutely spot on.
altgeld88
- Arlington, Virginia
Or Tomi will get healthy, we'll jell during March, make it to the BTT final, and nab a 3 or 4.
February through the conference tourneys is a long stretch in CBB and it began today. I am not Pangloss but nor am I Chicken Little. This is not '23 and there's no Matthew Mayer / Epps / Skyy toxicity from what I can tell. The Humrichous matter is puzzling, I'll grant you. But The Illini's Got Talent.
IMO we all need to chill TFO.
skyIdub
"I can't tell you. Secret."
skyIdub
"I can't tell you. Secret."
IbleedOandB2014
In BU we trust
- Chattanooga
Tennessee up 12 in the 2nd half on Kentucky.
They don’t have Zeigler or Milicic. I’d say those are pretty important pieces.
No more excuses about not having Tomi. Figure it out and go beat OSU.
They don’t have Zeigler or Milicic. I’d say those are pretty important pieces.
No more excuses about not having Tomi. Figure it out and go beat OSU.
I like this idea but would rather White start over Bam. Right now, KJ and Bam and their decision making on the floor at the same time scares the crap out of me.
It feels like DGL and KJ co-exist better than KJ and Bam. DGL being purely that off-guard, can drive it, get his shot, complement KJ... Boswell has just really struggled at times.
But, but, … didn’t digital photography put developers out of business???
I was thinking the same thing as you guys. Some 3 point attempts look like we’re just flinging them immediately without even fully gripping the ball. We’re not able to get the same spacing as earlier in the year where we had a little more time to shoot, ie Oregon game.
Goillinikobd
- Southeastern US
Not sure any of those teams you cite made a run while shooting 35+ 3 pointers per game. That is the elephant in the room, the facet of this team that makes any sustained run in the season, in the BTT tournament, or in the NCAA a really looooong shot, like a rush, contested launch from the mid court logo.
I will never understand how he didn't take the final shot against OSU in 22'. He was on fire the whole game!
I took a friend to that game. Lets just say I don't offer tickets to him anymore, due to bad luck and all
I will be in attendance. We at least get the TSJ jersey ceremony and a free t-shirt. So there's that at least
“He may change the starting lineup”. He damn well better. Losing a starter due to illness, and it’s not working out with Ben H, make an adjustment. Change the look of the offense. Insert your most consistent and productive player for the last few weeks.
This level of stubbornness is irritating.
This level of stubbornness is irritating.
DICKnaggie
- Champaign
I just don't get why, if he is sleeping 16 hours a day, he is traveling with the team and shooting half-courters before the game. No way he is getting his 16 hours of sleep on travel days.
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