Ohio State vs. Kansas (Saturday, 8:49PM)

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Mar 25, 2012 9:09 AM
OSU with another strong performance against a zone defense, which a lot of people thought would give them trouble. The game was ugly as sin, but the Buckeyes managed to keep the lead or tie without Jared for most of the first half. Thankfully the FT's % picked up when the Buckeyes needed them at the end to maintain the lead as Syracuse was trying to extend the game.

Who would OSU fans rather play?

I think OSU would do better against UNC as Craft would just create all kinds of hell with or without the injured Marshall.

But a Kansas revenge game could be appealing to some, and others seem to think Kansas isn't as strong as their record indicates.
Mar 25, 2012 9:09am
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Mar 25, 2012 9:44 AM
Without Marshall, UNC no question. Can you imagine what Craft would do to White? That being said, i am confident Craft could play Taylor tough as well. KU would be a great matchup as I think they will win today. It was early season, but OSU hung tough at KU without Sullinger. Both teams are better/different now.
At this point, it doesn't matter though. OSU can beat either team if they play well. Could easily lose to either team as well.
Mar 25, 2012 9:44am
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Mar 25, 2012 10:01 AM
Fly4Fun;1127059 wrote:OSU with another strong performance against a zone defense, which a lot of people thought would give them trouble. The game was ugly as sin, but the Buckeyes managed to keep the lead or tie without Jared for most of the first half. Thankfully the FT's % picked up when the Buckeyes needed them at the end to maintain the lead as Syracuse was trying to extend the game.

Who would OSU fans rather play?

I think OSU would do better against UNC as Craft would just create all kinds of hell with or without the injured Marshall.

But a Kansas revenge game could be appealing to some, and others seem to think Kansas isn't as strong as their record indicates.

Regardless of which team it ends up being.....I'll want a win here infinitely more as I just never root for UNC to win and I just don't care much for Kansas.....same as if they meet up with UK (just cannot stand Calipari and hope karma keeps him from ever winning)

This and the fact that I think they should beat Kansas and UNC....wasn't sure about Cuse.
Mar 25, 2012 10:01am
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Mar 25, 2012 10:23 AM
ccrunner609;1127073 wrote:UNC plays no D and their coach stinks.
LOL kinda like OSU bench being why they lose yesterday? LMAO Actually, it was a HUGE reason they won!! Too damn funny!
Mar 25, 2012 10:23am
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Mar 25, 2012 10:34 AM
We almost beat Kansas at Kansas without Sullinger.
Mar 25, 2012 10:34am
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Mar 25, 2012 10:54 AM
Tough to choose. I worry about Zeller's height and scoring ability if we play Carolina. And even though Harrison Barnes has struggled, he is a clutch player in crucial situations. Kansas reminds me a lot of Michigan State but we did give them a run for their money even without Sully. I guess gut feeling tells me North Carolina would be a better match up. But at this point of the season it's like no matter who we play, the team will be tough and we have to play our game.
Mar 25, 2012 10:54am
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Mar 25, 2012 11:34 AM
I dont know if there is one I would prefer to play over another. Craft is going to abuse UNC's back up, and this time we are playing Kansas, on a neutral court, with our All-American.

I like the Buckeyes chances either way. ( I think Kansas beats UNC, btw)
Mar 25, 2012 11:34am
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Mar 25, 2012 12:58 PM
ccrunner609;1127073 wrote:UNC plays no D and their coach stinks.

You must be Le High still.
Mar 25, 2012 12:58pm
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Mar 25, 2012 2:20 PM
ccrunner609;1127073 wrote:UNC plays no D and their coach stinks.
The ultimate stupid thought in the history of Ohio Chatter.
Mar 25, 2012 2:20pm
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Mar 25, 2012 2:21 PM
The ESPN talking heads have Ohio State as the favorite in the Semi-Finals regardless of who wins this NC/Kansas game.
Mar 25, 2012 2:21pm
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Mar 25, 2012 2:27 PM
OSU will definitely be favorited by Vegas, they had them as the 2nd best odds to win it all before the tourney started.

btw, doesn't the "UNC/Kansas" signify that you will update the title once we know who wins? :D
Mar 25, 2012 2:27pm
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Mar 25, 2012 6:59 PM
2 and a half to go and it's looking like it'll be Kansas as they have grabbed the momentum.
Mar 25, 2012 6:59pm
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Mar 25, 2012 7:02 PM
And it's over. UNC couldn't do anything during a critical stretch.
Mar 25, 2012 7:02pm
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Mar 25, 2012 7:08 PM
So pumped to play Kansas!!!
Mar 25, 2012 7:08pm
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Mar 25, 2012 7:08 PM
Can't wait to watch Craft lock up Taylor.
Mar 25, 2012 7:08pm
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Mar 25, 2012 7:09 PM
Should be a great one. I honestly feel like OSU is the better team, but that doesn't mean anything....we have the bi polar buford...lol
Mar 25, 2012 7:09pm
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Mar 25, 2012 7:10 PM
Kansas won't play nearly as good. That was their best performance of the season arguably.

I like OSU's chances of advancing to the title game.
Mar 25, 2012 7:10pm
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Mar 25, 2012 7:10 PM
I like Kansas in this matchup.
Mar 25, 2012 7:10pm
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Mar 25, 2012 7:10 PM
Midstate01;1127597 wrote:So pumped to play Kansas!!!
robj55;1127598 wrote:Can't wait to watch Craft lock up Taylor.
this and especially this
Mar 25, 2012 7:10pm
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Mar 25, 2012 7:13 PM
OSU played pretty well in Kansas earlier this year, and without Sully. I gotta think that is aspect of revenge, and seeing them before, will help OSU.
Matchup wise, I slightly like OSU on the inside.

Either way, going to be as great game.
Mar 25, 2012 7:13pm
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Mar 25, 2012 7:13 PM
ccrunner609;1127612 wrote:......
you poor man you
Mar 25, 2012 7:13pm
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Mar 25, 2012 7:13 PM
Buckeyes draw the late game

8:49 PM Saturday night
Mar 25, 2012 7:13pm
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Mar 25, 2012 7:13 PM
Withey is going to have problems guarding in this game. He has no shot of matching up with Thomas, so he'll be on Sullinger or the bench. If Sully can hit the pop-out J it will be huge.
Mar 25, 2012 7:13pm
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Mar 25, 2012 7:13 PM
Gotta like the Bucks chances here.
Mar 25, 2012 7:13pm
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Mar 25, 2012 7:14 PM
Otherwise known as the 'Battle of the Brothers'... Dey Durkie vs. SportsAndLady :thumbup:
Mar 25, 2012 7:14pm