Azubuike24
Posts: 15,933
Mar 25, 2012 11:32pm
I would agree that Kansas has overachieved more than Louisville.
Louisville was preseason #6 (albeit a bit overrated even then IMO). Kansas was expected to be "down" this year, and even their fans will admit it's a shock to make the Final Four. They remind me a lot of Kentucky last year. Thin team, but just enough talent, chemistry and intangibles to keep advancing.
Once you get to the Final Four, it's 40 minutes and that's it. Anything can happen.
Louisville was preseason #6 (albeit a bit overrated even then IMO). Kansas was expected to be "down" this year, and even their fans will admit it's a shock to make the Final Four. They remind me a lot of Kentucky last year. Thin team, but just enough talent, chemistry and intangibles to keep advancing.
Once you get to the Final Four, it's 40 minutes and that's it. Anything can happen.
Azubuike24
Posts: 15,933
Mar 26, 2012 12:00am
KenPom has Kentucky winning 69-62.
hoops23
Posts: 15,696
Mar 26, 2012 12:46am
Not taking anything away from Kansas, but they've had about the easiest path to the FF as possible. The best team they played was without their best overall player.Azubuike24;1127882 wrote:I would agree that Kansas has overachieved more than Louisville.
Louisville was preseason #6 (albeit a bit overrated even then IMO). Kansas was expected to be "down" this year, and even their fans will admit it's a shock to make the Final Four. They remind me a lot of Kentucky last year. Thin team, but just enough talent, chemistry and intangibles to keep advancing.
Once you get to the Final Four, it's 40 minutes and that's it. Anything can happen.
KU took care of business and beat who they should have though.
DeadliestWarrior34
Posts: 3,101
Mar 26, 2012 6:58am
fifyIronman92;1127816 wrote:UK by 22
Only UK choking like usual can keep them from winning it all.
GOONx19
Posts: 7,147
Mar 26, 2012 7:29am
Who exactly do you think they've choked against? Just wondering. In the last 10 years, they've been upset four times. Once was by #2 West Virginia in the Elite 8, once was a 2v5 double overtime matchup with Michigan State in the Elite 8, once was a 1v3 matchup in the Final 4 against Dwyane Wade's explosion and Tom Crean, and once was an actual bad loss against UAB.DeadliestWarrior34;1127945 wrote:fify
Azubuike24
Posts: 15,933
Mar 26, 2012 9:01am
I consider 2 times chokes. UAB and WVU. Calipari adds a 3rd in the '08 title game. Outside of that, none.
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centralbucksfan
Posts: 5,111
Mar 26, 2012 9:17am
Not sure I totally agree with this when you look at PURE talent on the floor. Robinson is an absolute stud. When you have a guy like that to build around, that will take you pretty far. Taylor has been pretty damn good on the year a well. The talent has been there with him. And now is surfaced. And then they have a very nice supporting cast. Yes, they did better than expected. But when I look at UL and KU, I think UL making the final four is more of a surprise. Preseason rankings mean nothing to me until I see the teams play. Once you get through non conference, you then get a good picture of who is going to compete for a run in NCAA. I am not taking anything away from KU or Self. Yes, they have exceeded expectations u could say. But then again, that is a very talented group. People just didn't know the talent because of what they had last year.Azubuike24;1127882 wrote:I would agree that Kansas has overachieved more than Louisville.
Louisville was preseason #6 (albeit a bit overrated even then IMO). Kansas was expected to be "down" this year, and even their fans will admit it's a shock to make the Final Four. They remind me a lot of Kentucky last year. Thin team, but just enough talent, chemistry and intangibles to keep advancing.
Once you get to the Final Four, it's 40 minutes and that's it. Anything can happen.
said_aouita
Posts: 8,532
Mar 26, 2012 10:16am
I wanna go to Louisville and enjoy the riots after they lose.
GOONx19
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Mar 28, 2012 3:26pm
If nothing else, root for Kentucky so there's more of this going on down my street this weekend.
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Laley23
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Mar 28, 2012 3:28pm
Get a better angle, for fuck sake!
GOONx19
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Mar 28, 2012 3:46pm
Haha it wasn't my picture. There was a video but it got taken off youtube.
Fly4Fun
Posts: 7,730
Mar 28, 2012 4:29pm
Nice!GOONx19;1130135 wrote:If nothing else, root for Kentucky so there's more of this going on down my street this weekend.
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centralbucksfan
Posts: 5,111
Mar 31, 2012 12:36pm
I would luv nothing more(except an OSU win) than to see UL upset UK tonite. Just so I can see/hear the UK fans heads EXPLODE in unison!! lol I think its VERY, VERY doubtful it will happen. But it would be a thing of beauty!
killer_ewok
Posts: 11,379
Mar 31, 2012 3:37pm
centralbucksfan;1132553 wrote:I would luv nothing more(except an OSU win) than to see UL upset UK tonite. Just so I can see/hear the UK fans heads EXPLODE in unison!! lol I think its VERY, VERY doubtful it will happen. But it would be a thing of beauty!
That surprises me. Figured you'd want them to win so OSU could get a shot at revenge for last year should the Buckeyes beat Kansas.
Terry_Tate
Posts: 7,606
Mar 31, 2012 3:42pm
killer_ewok;1132611 wrote:That surprises me. Figured you'd want them to win so OSU could get a shot at revenge for last year should the Buckeyes beat Kansas.
That's why its a win win to me if Ohio State beats Kansas. Louisville wins and the best team is out, Kentucky wins and Ohio State can get redemption for last year. Either way Monday night would be great.
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centralbucksfan
Posts: 5,111
Mar 31, 2012 3:48pm
Nah, makes me no difference really. I personally can't stand Cal. So anytime I see him get beat, I get some satisfaction.killer_ewok;1132611 wrote:That surprises me. Figured you'd want them to win so OSU could get a shot at revenge for last year should the Buckeyes beat Kansas.
I think its highly doubtful anyone beats UK. Sure, I'd luv nothing more than OSU beating them. But its a LONG shot for any of the 3 to do so.
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centralbucksfan
Posts: 5,111
Mar 31, 2012 3:48pm
This.Terry_Tate;1132614 wrote:That's why its a win win to me if Ohio State beats Kansas. Louisville wins and the best team is out, Kentucky wins and Ohio State can get redemption for last year. Either way Monday night would be great.
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vball10set
Posts: 24,795
Mar 31, 2012 3:52pm
This is how I feel :thumbup:killer_ewok;1132611 wrote:That surprises me. Figured you'd want them to win so OSU could get a shot at revenge for last year should the Buckeyes beat Kansas.
Non
Posts: 9,517
Mar 31, 2012 4:16pm
Not often a team goes through the tournament with all double digit wins.
Louisville has played with some grit late in the season. I'm thinking if Kentucky gets pushed into a game where they have to win late it will be this one rather than on Monday.
Once they get to the title game it will be a runaway.
Louisville has played with some grit late in the season. I'm thinking if Kentucky gets pushed into a game where they have to win late it will be this one rather than on Monday.
Once they get to the title game it will be a runaway.
killer_ewok
Posts: 11,379
Mar 31, 2012 4:40pm
I wanna see Jim Rome's interview with Calipari and Pitino. Can't wait for Jim Rome's show on CBS Sports Network on Tuesday at 6:00.
Non
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Mar 31, 2012 6:03pm
Tipoff coming up
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mallymal614
Posts: 3,746
Mar 31, 2012 6:11pm
Let's see if Louisville decide to run with the cats.
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mallymal614
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Mar 31, 2012 6:15pm
Wow Louisville starts with a 2-3 zone.
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mallymal614
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Mar 31, 2012 6:15pm
The 2-3 could slow the game down.
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mallymal614
Posts: 3,746
Mar 31, 2012 6:18pm
It's looking like Louisville playing not to lose instead of playing to win.