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2010 Big East Tournament pairings and schedule

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Mar 11, 2010 4:32 AM
No foul, risky play to go for that strip, Cincy prevails and are still alive.

69-66 Bearcats win.
Mar 10, 2010 11:32pm
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Mar 11, 2010 4:33 AM
Big win for Cincy's chances. They have to win tomorrow and probably have to get to the Final to make the dance.
Mar 10, 2010 11:33pm
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Mar 11, 2010 4:36 AM
West Virginia is a very favorable match-up for Cincinnati IMO. Of the top 4 seeds, WVU is the team they have the best chance of beating. If the Bearcats can dominate the boards like they did tonight against Louisville (will be MUCH TOUGHER against WVU), they survive until Friday.
Mar 10, 2010 11:36pm
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Mar 11, 2010 4:43 AM
Yea, the Big East is all about match-ups. I can't see ND beating Nova or Cuse, but they beat the reg and tourn champ Louisville by 33 last year. The Irish lose at Rutgers, but beat WVU. All about matchups
Mar 10, 2010 11:43pm
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Mar 11, 2010 4:47 AM
Laley23 wrote: Id say no on Cinci. I think they probably have to win it, but they are inching closer to the bubble.
Thats what I meant. If they win tomorrow. Tonight's win doesnt really do much at all other than allow them to keep building the resume with tomorrows game, imo.
Mar 10, 2010 11:47pm
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Mar 11, 2010 4:51 AM
Are you guys in favor of the new BE Tournament format?? Provides for more games, but just wonderin what u guys' thoughts were
Mar 10, 2010 11:51pm
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Mar 11, 2010 6:10 AM
The committee has shown they will reward runs in the Big East tournament, I wouldn't be surprised if Cincinnati is in if they win tomorrow. Not sure who their run would knock out, maybe a second Pac-10 team or something.
Mar 11, 2010 1:10am
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Mar 11, 2010 4:56 PM
athlete37 wrote: Are you guys in favor of the new BE Tournament format?? Provides for more games, but just wonderin what u guys' thoughts were
Its so tough. I think every team in the country should have a chance for a spot in the Big Dance...which is what I think makes conference tourney time so amazing. BUT, it is just ridiculous, imo, to have teams get a 2 game bye to the final 8.

So i love having all 16 teams in. But dont see the big deal in having to play 4 games to win it.
Mar 11, 2010 11:56am
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Mar 11, 2010 5:20 PM
I really am liking the format. All 16 teams have a chance to make the Big Dance, no matter how poor they were during the regular season, but if they were mediocre to poor, they REALLY have to earn their way in.
Mar 11, 2010 12:20pm
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Mar 11, 2010 6:39 PM
Georgetown playing a very good 2nd half to take a 9 point lead over Syracuse, with Chris Wright leading the way for the Hoyas.
Mar 11, 2010 1:39pm
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Mar 11, 2010 6:41 PM
Syracuse defense is abysmal right now. Georgetown has to be shooting about 80% now from inside the arc.
Mar 11, 2010 1:41pm
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Mar 11, 2010 6:44 PM
Would losing to the Hoyas today have any effect on Syracuse's status as a top seed? Their overall body of work is definitely #1 material, but losing two straight (Louisville in regular season and Georgetown in conference tournament) right before the NCAA could mean something.
Mar 11, 2010 1:44pm
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Mar 11, 2010 6:50 PM
Thompson is putting on a clinic on how not to shoot big free throws. 1/5 the last 2 minutes.
Mar 11, 2010 1:50pm
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Mar 11, 2010 6:51 PM
I was thinking about that too and I think they would still be in line for a number 1 seed. The same thing happened with Connecticut the year McNamara and Syracuse made their run, UConn got bounced in their first game but because they had already been so highly rated they still kept a number one seed. I think them, Kentucky, and Kansas have solidified themselves as 1's no matter what happens in these tournaments, more than likely.
Mar 11, 2010 1:51pm
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Mar 11, 2010 7:00 PM
Seriously, this is the most ineffective press I've ever seen. It's a lay up every single time.
Mar 11, 2010 2:00pm
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Mar 11, 2010 7:08 PM
This is an example of how Syracuse could lose--not having that go to guy at the end of the game.

People keep saying it's Wesley Johnson...he was non-existent in the last 5 min.

Some guy named Jardine took the last 2 important shots, and he missed both.
Mar 11, 2010 2:08pm
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Mar 11, 2010 7:12 PM
I Do think if certain teams win their conference tourneys Syracuse could slip to a #2 seed. (Ohio State or Duke)
Mar 11, 2010 2:12pm
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Mar 11, 2010 7:13 PM
Good win for the Hoyas. With Marquette vs. the slumping 'Nova being the other QF in that half of the bracket, they could be in good position to at least make the finals and elevate their seed a decent amount.
Mar 11, 2010 2:13pm
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Mar 11, 2010 7:16 PM
SportsAndLady wrote: This is an example of how Syracuse could lose--not having that go to guy at the end of the game.

People keep saying it's Wesley Johnson...he was non-existent in the last 5 min.

Some guy named Jardine took the last 2 important shots, and he missed both.
The problem is their two top go to guys would be Rautins who is more spot up than create and Johnson who isnt a guard, thus not the best handles. I think Boeheim did a poor job of setting something up for Johnson to catch and make a move.

But please tell me you know who Scoop Jardine is??? I would be disappointed if a fan like you didnt know who he was, lol.
Mar 11, 2010 2:16pm
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Mar 11, 2010 7:17 PM
GT is a total enigma. Could lose to anyone on any given game, could play with anyone.
The 'Cuse can't be feeling good about going into the NCAA with 2 losses.
As I have been saying...this NCAA is wide open this year.
Mar 11, 2010 2:17pm
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Mar 11, 2010 7:18 PM
Different Conference but Kansas has a bit of a struggle on its hands.
Mar 11, 2010 2:18pm
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Mar 11, 2010 7:21 PM
Laley23 wrote:
SportsAndLady wrote: This is an example of how Syracuse could lose--not having that go to guy at the end of the game.

People keep saying it's Wesley Johnson...he was non-existent in the last 5 min.

Some guy named Jardine took the last 2 important shots, and he missed both.
The problem is their two top go to guys would be Rautins who is more spot up than create and Johnson who isnt a guard, thus not the best handles. I think Boeheim did a poor job of setting something up for Johnson to catch and make a move.

But please tell me you know who Scoop Jardine is??? I would be disappointed if a fan like you didnt know who he was, lol.
I know who he is, I just wanted to say that because his name is hilarious. haha


As for your first paragraph, I think that causes some serious problems for Syracuse. Every team that has won the championship as of late, has had a great point guard who can run the show in the last few minutes. Syracuse, it appears, doesn't seem to have one.
Mar 11, 2010 2:21pm
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Mar 11, 2010 7:25 PM
I HATE losing to G'town anytime but the bigger picture is the NCAA tourney. Onuaku's health is my only concern right now. I think a #1 seed is locked up for Syracuse. I've seen them win 3 Big East tourney titles. I've only seen them win 1 national title. I can honestly say that I'm not that disappointed about this conference tourney loss because I want the grand prize. I'm just worried about Arinze right now.

Also, 2 straight losses could be quite the wake up call heading into the NCAA's as well. Two ways to look at it.

I like S&L but as laley said.....you don't know who Scoop Jardine is???? Interesting.
Mar 11, 2010 2:25pm
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Mar 11, 2010 7:28 PM
SportsAndLady wrote:
Laley23 wrote:
SportsAndLady wrote: This is an example of how Syracuse could lose--not having that go to guy at the end of the game.

People keep saying it's Wesley Johnson...he was non-existent in the last 5 min.

Some guy named Jardine took the last 2 important shots, and he missed both.
The problem is their two top go to guys would be Rautins who is more spot up than create and Johnson who isnt a guard, thus not the best handles. I think Boeheim did a poor job of setting something up for Johnson to catch and make a move.

But please tell me you know who Scoop Jardine is??? I would be disappointed if a fan like you didnt know who he was, lol.
I know who he is, I just wanted to say that because his name is hilarious. haha


As for your first paragraph, I think that causes some serious problems for Syracuse. Every team that has won the championship as of late, has had a great point guard who can run the show in the last few minutes. Syracuse, it appears, doesn't seem to have one.
Jardine isn't "great," but he's pretty damn good. If Arinze is okay.....they'll be fine.
Mar 11, 2010 2:28pm
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Mar 11, 2010 7:31 PM
Arinze health is HUGE for the Cuse, If he can't go they could be like Cincy when Martin broke his leg in 01.
Mar 11, 2010 2:31pm