Hardwood83

Absolutely. I am likely cancelling YT TV. Partially because of the ABC/ESPN boon-doggle, but also it's too expensive now. Was $45/mo when I initially got it in place of cable, it is $83/mo now. And every couple of mos there is some drama with XYZ network about contract negotiations. I have several streaming services too, mostly with various promos or discounts from credit cards. It's like a freaking part-time job keeping track of it all on a spreadsheets. Yes, I can afford full price, but I am a tightwad that likes to work the system. Which is still pretty stupid since I don't watch 99% of the content anyway.

I know about Dorn & Drake. What's going on with the other 3?

Iowa St Cyclones.....Cardinal? Auburn Tiger......Eagle?

Free throws, spacing and ball movement, oh my! Regardless of the opponent, those were all much better than anything we've seen over the last several years. Hustling, unselfish play, helping defense. They'll surely get abused inside by certain teams and possibly struggle with athletic teams. But good basketball is good basketball. I'm genuinely excited.

Hmmm, Interesting thought....I think of them as talented with JHS & TJD....but they certainly were not a deep or well-rounded team either.

That is an excellent reminder. It's hard to be patient, but it's not CDD's fault that IU has made so many stupid hires over the last 20+yrs. I am trying to temper my expectations for results (W-L) BUT I am very eager to see a team play smart & hard consistently game in & game out for a change. In other words a little "fast, physical, relentless, smart, disciplined, poised" will go a long way. How long has it been since an IU MBB team OVER-achieved, instead of grossly underachieving? Maybe the 2016 B1G champs?

According to this Evans is out for PSU. Sarratt and Fisher sound likely. No mention of anyone else.

Pre-season if we knew that one of these teams would be undefeated and the other had 5 losses coming into this game, how many people would believe it was IU that was perfect?

Everyone talks about how talented USC is, I'm not buying it. They are extremely average. Nebraska is terrible and was still challenging them with a backup QB. They aren't close to deserving a ranking.

Apparently UCLA is looking to vacate the Rose Bowl: Story and are getting sued as a result. I've been to LA a couple of times and driven past the Rose Bowl, but didn't realize it's 26 MILES from UCLA's campus. USC is actually closer. It might make sense, but still makes me sad. It seems like college sports is intentionally trying to abandon every cherished tradition that makes it special and beloved.

The only body more incompetent and with a worse track record than the NCAA & it's member schools is the US Congress. Leave it to them to 'help' and screw it up even worse.

Liking candy corn says something about your soul.....you don't have one.

If he's 100%? I wouldn't want him to sit. If he's not, then give him the week off to heal up for the stretch run.

I agree. Maryland isn't gonna be a cakewalk, but I think IU can (and should) rest any questionable players for the stretch run.

Any mention of Franke?