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gabuckeye
Posts: 133
Nov 18, 2009 9:53am
Predictions all over the map on this one I see. Really, it's too early to tell how these teams will fair but I am hoping that the defensive effort + an experienced Buckeye squad take care of business in this game. I'm getting pumped to watch these two teams play.
2quik4u
Posts: 4,388
Nov 18, 2009 10:24am
UNC by 8
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RiverRat13
Posts: 377
Nov 18, 2009 1:38pm
I think OSU wins this by 6-8 points.
Should be some very interesting match-ups if Matta plays man-to-man. I'd expect to see some zone. If I'm Roy, I put my 2nd post player on Diebler instead of trying to stay in front of Lighty, but my guess is he goes the other way.
Roy is probably going to try to play 11-12 guys while Matta has shown he will shorten his bench to win if necessary. And while Ed Davis will be the highest draft pick on the floor, Evan Turner is the best player right now. Marcus Ginyard is a good defender but not a complete lock-down type of guy so I expect Turner to get his.
Should be some very interesting match-ups if Matta plays man-to-man. I'd expect to see some zone. If I'm Roy, I put my 2nd post player on Diebler instead of trying to stay in front of Lighty, but my guess is he goes the other way.
Roy is probably going to try to play 11-12 guys while Matta has shown he will shorten his bench to win if necessary. And while Ed Davis will be the highest draft pick on the floor, Evan Turner is the best player right now. Marcus Ginyard is a good defender but not a complete lock-down type of guy so I expect Turner to get his.
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bulldog8
Posts: 497
Nov 18, 2009 11:55pm
OSU's tenacious defense will put them in a nice position to win this game. Matta always knows how to have his men get after it on both ends of the floor and I look for that to make all the difference. I think OSU can easily go with 9 deep and still hang in the game if Roy does decide to run 11-12 guys. Aside from Turner, Buford, Lighty, Diebler, and Lauderdale....Simmons, Offutt, Madsen, Hill, and Sarikopoulos will all produce quality minutes. I'm looking for OSU to raise some eyebrows tomorrow night and put their name on the map as a national contender. GO BUCKS!
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Elliot Stabler
Posts: 388
Nov 19, 2009 12:19am
UNC by 14
hoops23
Posts: 15,696
Nov 19, 2009 4:17am
I actually like OSU in this game. I think Evan Turner is really going to put on a show at MSG.
I'm just hoping for a great game. Like I said, even though I absolutely love Carolina bball after my experiences in Chapel Hill, I still love the Buckeyes as well, so if there is ONE team I wouldn't mind UNC to lose to, it's OSU...
I'm just hoping for a great game. Like I said, even though I absolutely love Carolina bball after my experiences in Chapel Hill, I still love the Buckeyes as well, so if there is ONE team I wouldn't mind UNC to lose to, it's OSU...
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bulldog8
Posts: 497
Nov 19, 2009 9:30am
LTrain.....I agree. I've been a huge fan of the Tar Heels for a long time but love the Buckeyes as well. Unfortunately, in years past, fans from Ohio have only really been given something to cheer about with regard to football (exception was OSU's bball team in 2007). It's great to see the Buckeyes back in the mix of things in bball and hopefully they will be for years to come with the great recruiting classes of Matta.
thedynasty1998
Posts: 6,844
Nov 19, 2009 10:05am
Tonight is obviously a test for the Bucks. I haven't watched UNC yet this year, but I've seen their size on paper. I'm just scared that UNC will pound OSU in the paint. And I have a feeling Lauderdale is in early foul trouble which will only add to the misery.
Unless Diebler scores at least 17, I don't think OSU has a chance. But if he can score 17 and OSU can keep this game in the 60's they should have a chance.
Unless Diebler scores at least 17, I don't think OSU has a chance. But if he can score 17 and OSU can keep this game in the 60's they should have a chance.
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Swamp Fox
Posts: 2,218
Nov 19, 2009 11:13am
Ohio State appears to have a good team this season, with all the pieces present. They just have to learn how to play together against a great team. Here is their opportunity. I think it will be a good game but I'm giving the early season edge to the Tarheels. Call it NC 80 OSU 75
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Fred Garvin
Posts: 285
Nov 19, 2009 11:27am
I think this is the right time to beat NC. They will get better as the year goes on, since most of the starting lineup from last year is gone. Turner will need to have a good game, but if he decides to make it "his" show then OSU will get beat. The Buckeyes can be pretty good if he plays well and distributes the ball.
Writerbuckeye
Posts: 4,745
Nov 19, 2009 2:46pm
This should end up being quite the track meet.
I expect a close game, as well.
I expect a close game, as well.
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topwrestler
Posts: 128
Nov 19, 2009 3:11pm
I cannot wait to watch this game tonight
Heretic
Posts: 18,820
Nov 19, 2009 3:19pm
Whether the Bucks will win tonight, I don't know, but I do think the stars are at least aligned in their favor if they play to their ability. UNC's very young and talented. Bucks aren't as talented, but have a lot more cohesion, which can be a big difference in early season games while their great talent is still meshing with each other in game situations.
If guys like Diebler and Buford aren't hitting their shots, things won't go so well for OSU, but if the team plays well, I think they should have a slight advantage. I'll go with an 83-78 win.
If guys like Diebler and Buford aren't hitting their shots, things won't go so well for OSU, but if the team plays well, I think they should have a slight advantage. I'll go with an 83-78 win.
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bo shemmy3337
Posts: 962
Nov 19, 2009 3:20pm
Why is this game at MSG? Wasn't the game last year at UNC? If so I think it should be played in Cbus.
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pbuck
Posts: 161
Nov 19, 2009 3:27pm
UNC IMO
darbypitcher22
Posts: 8,000
Nov 19, 2009 3:40pm
Its upon us.... only a couple hours away... I'm rockin' my Oden jersey right now... I don't think I've ever been more pumped for a Buckeye Basketball game, other than the debacle against Florida in the Georgia Dome 2 years ago
Heretic
Posts: 18,820
Nov 19, 2009 4:07pm
It's part of a pre-season tournament, so it's a neutral site game.bo shemmy3337 wrote: Why is this game at MSG? Wasn't the game last year at UNC? If so I think it should be played in Cbus.
Writerbuckeye
Posts: 4,745
Nov 19, 2009 4:17pm
Bo is confusing this with the Big Ten-ACC Challenge. That takes place a bit later in the year and the Big Ten should win it this year after coming close last season.
Leonardo
Posts: 4,986
Nov 19, 2009 4:50pm
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allstar
Posts: 137
Nov 19, 2009 5:44pm
Lauderdale is the key. If the Buckeyes still had Mullins, I'd give them the edge. If Lauderdale can rebound effectively and stay out of foul trouble, the Bucks have a good chance.
UNC- 68
OSU-65
UNC- 68
OSU-65
jpake1
Posts: 2,389
Nov 19, 2009 6:00pm
I'm pretty excited about this game. Go Heels! UNC 71 OSU 67
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bo shemmy3337
Posts: 962
Nov 19, 2009 6:27pm
you are correct I was thinking of that however the Big 10 will loose to the ACC again IMO.Writerbuckeye wrote: Bo is confusing this with the Big Ten-ACC Challenge. That takes place a bit later in the year and the Big Ten should win it this year after coming close last season.
ohiotiger33
Posts: 1,500
Nov 19, 2009 6:32pm
Please beat the shit out of the Tar Heels. We obviously never can; they are one team I can say with complete confidence that they are our daddies.
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dave
Posts: 4,558
Nov 19, 2009 6:33pm
unc shouldn't have trouble here
Heelz
Posts: 780
Nov 19, 2009 7:35pm
UNC by 9