College Basketball Random Chatter 2012-2013 Season

Azubuike24

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Thu, Jan 17, 2013 11:15 PM Jan 17, 2013 11:15 PM

Both are top 5. Just not sure either are the best overall. I'd lean with Kansas right now, but this season is wide open.

Maybe a homer pick, but I still think Florida, when 100%, is as good as anyone.

Jan 17, 2013 11:15pm

Azubuike24

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Thu, Jan 17, 2013 11:20 PM Jan 17, 2013 11:20 PM

Some really good games in the VCU/St. Joe's game. Theus with 22 and 10 assists, Reddic with 15 and 15 boards and Treveon Graham led the Rams with 25.

It's amazing how good the A-10 and Mountain West Conference have become. Legit big 6 leagues with the parity in hoops.

Jan 17, 2013 11:20pm

reclegend22

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Thu, Jan 17, 2013 11:23 PM Jan 17, 2013 11:23 PM

I don't think that's a homer pick. Florida was the first pick I made as part of my Final Four selections in the other thread. This is the year the Gators finally get past the regional finals and return to the final weekend. They looked very impressive on the road tonight in Texas. They just bitched slapped the Aggies around all night.

I also really like Arizona. Mark Lyons is just the kind of experienced guard (having played deep into the tourney with Xavier before) who can carry a team in March with a string of big performances. The Wildcats are very balanced, though.

Jan 17, 2013 11:23pm

reclegend22

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Thu, Jan 17, 2013 11:26 PM Jan 17, 2013 11:26 PM

Azubuike24;1368810 wrote:Some really good games in the VCU/St. Joe's game. Theus with 22 and 10 assists, Reddic with 15 and 15 boards and Treveon Graham led the Rams with 25.

It's amazing how good the A-10 and Mountain West Conference have become. Legit big 6 leagues with the parity in hoops.

The A-10 took a big hit when it lost Majerus, and will take an even bigger hit when it loses Butler probably as soon as next year to the extended Catholic League. Temple is also leaving after this season as well. It's unfortunate, too, because as you said, the conference was arguably on its way to becoming stronger than the Pac 12.

Jan 17, 2013 11:26pm

Terry_Tate

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Thu, Jan 17, 2013 11:31 PM Jan 17, 2013 11:31 PM

reclegend22;1368817 wrote:The A-10 took a big hit when it lost Majerus, and will take an even bigger hit when it loses Butler probably as soon as next year to the extended Catholic League. Temple is also leaving after this season as well. It's unfortunate, too, because as you said, the conference was arguably on its way to becoming stronger than the Pac 12.

Losing Xavier as well with Butler.

Jan 17, 2013 11:31pm

Azubuike24

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Thu, Jan 17, 2013 11:35 PM Jan 17, 2013 11:35 PM

Yeah, it's short-lived. I wouldn't say it's unfortunate. I think the A-10 was a stepping stone for those programs anyway as it's not the most natural fit. The new league should be stacked and consistently strong every year, much like the A-10 this year.

Still, Butler, VCU, Temple and St. Louis are all legit teams. LaSalle, St. Joe's, Xavier and Charlotte are also NCAA contenders. 2 or 3 will get edged out but still, we might see a so-called "mid-major" get 6 bids.

The MWC is going to get UNLV, New Mexico, San Diego State, Boise State and possibly Wyoming or Colorado State (although neither have a strong OOC and probably won't finish top 4).

Jan 17, 2013 11:35pm

reclegend22

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Fri, Jan 18, 2013 12:08 AM Jan 18, 2013 12:08 AM

Ah, good call on Xavier, Tate. Forgot about them. So, in the last year, the A-10 has lost Xavier, Butler, Temple and Rick Majerus. That's a heavy blow. Another historically competitive basketball conference bites the dust. However, with the demise of each the A-10 and the Big East, comes the creation of one of the most exciting and tradition-filled leagues in the country. I cannot for the first the Catholic League tournament. It's going to be a dandy.

Azubuike24 wrote:I think the A-10 was a stepping stone for those programs anyway as it's not the most natural fit.

I agree with this, with the exception of Temple. John Chaney took an already strong Temple team and turned it into one of the truly elite basketball programs in the country. I think Temple is a destination job at this point. As far as hoops hierarchy, even without ever winning a national championship, I'd rank the Owls right on par with St. John's, Villanova and Georgetown.

Jan 18, 2013 12:08am

reclegend22

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Fri, Jan 18, 2013 12:10 AM Jan 18, 2013 12:10 AM

Nevermind, Az. I completely misread your post. At first glance, I thought you were referring to those schools as stepping-stone programs. Nevermind. I need sleep.

Jan 18, 2013 12:10am

killer_ewok

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Sat, Jan 19, 2013 9:51 AM Jan 19, 2013 9:51 AM

Some great games on today's slate.

Jan 19, 2013 9:51am

reclegend22

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Sat, Jan 19, 2013 9:59 AM Jan 19, 2013 9:59 AM

It's just too bad Rotnei Clarke is unavailable. That Butler-Gonzaga game would have been a classic, I have a feeling. Still could be, but Butler will need Andrew Smith to have the game of his life against one of the best front lines in college basketball. He'll really need to stretch the defense and hit some threes. He's the key IMO.

Jan 19, 2013 9:59am

Mulva

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Sat, Jan 19, 2013 11:24 AM Jan 19, 2013 11:24 AM

killer_ewok;1369740 wrote:Some great games on today's slate.

For sure. Today might be my first all-day basketball marathon of the year. A little disappointed that Creighton-Wichita St and Louisville-Cuse are both at 4.

Jan 19, 2013 11:24am

SportsAndLady

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Sat, Jan 19, 2013 1:13 PM Jan 19, 2013 1:13 PM

Azubuike24;1369817 wrote:First parlay of the day.

KU -8
Missouri +12.5
Arkansas +9.5

Any other lines that stick out to you folks?

I'm bout to bet something...lost basically everything last night on the damn nuggets. But woman couple hundred at the casino last night so ill play that. Gonna be a great day.

Edit:going to the big OSU bar here in Chicago for the msu game. Should be fun, despite not caring much for the game. Hopefully they have other games on. That bar is insanely fun for football games so hopefully it'll be poppin for bball.

Jan 19, 2013 1:13pm

SportsAndLady

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Sat, Jan 19, 2013 1:22 PM Jan 19, 2013 1:22 PM

My bets today:

Texas straight up 4:1 odds

4 game parlay
Arkansas +9
Texas+9.5
Mizz +12.5
Ok State -17.5

3 game upset specialty parlay (5 bucks to win 380)
Texas
Arkansas
Arizona State

Feeling the underdogs today, obviously.

Jan 19, 2013 1:22pm

Mulva

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Sat, Jan 19, 2013 1:25 PM Jan 19, 2013 1:25 PM

I hate betting away teams, but Boise State -2 against Air Force looks pretty good. I think I also like Iowa over Wisconsin.

Jan 19, 2013 1:25pm

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