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Should be a much closer game with all those FT misses. On the bright side for UT, they absolutely pooped the bed the first half and are down 12. Thought it was one of the worst 20 minutes I’ve seen from them this year and one of the best for PU. Sent from my iPhone using BtownBanners

Highlight of the night: Marshall referring to us as a “blue blood.” So there’s that, I guess... Sent from my iPhone using BtownBanners

I was conflicted anyway. Wanted my team to win, but also be put out of my misery that is this season. Never seen one like it. Sent from my iPhone using BtownBanners

What a luxury it must be as a coach to have someone who can hit shots. Sent from my iPhone using BtownBanners

Haven’t watched Murray state much this year, but wow! Morant just controlled that game. Sent from my iPhone using BtownBanners

You mean Brooks? Maybe so, but man, I can’t imagine not knowing yet. Sent from my iPhone using BtownBanners mobile app

Also, even if you are good friends, seems different to go to his announcement if he’s committing to another school. Sent from my iPhone using BtownBanners

Another crystal ball for UK? I can’t see it, but the percentage changed. Sent from my iPhone using BtownBanners

Have been more interested in the business side of the NFL than ever lately. Started reading a lot about Ballard playing the game on compensatory picks. It’s not the only approach and can be maddening as a fan, but look at the difference in how he operates versus the Browns. They gave up #17, a 3rd rounder, and Peppers. That’s a ton. Sent from my iPhone using BtownBanners mobile app

This is true, but think it’s a toss-up between those two for me, largely based on intangibles. Coaches are likely thinking of who is more difficult to game-plan for, and I think that’s certainly Romeo. Have been glad they’ve pointed out how much his defense has grown. He’s been really underrated on that end of the floor. Sent from my iPhone using BtownBanners mobile app

I really like Inside IU Basketball with Archie and Fisch. Sometimes it even gets a little candid, which is unusual for Archie. Loved his quiet confidence tonight when he said something to the effect of, “I don’t know who’s playing better than us right now, but give me these guys in a tournament setting.” Sent from my iPhone using BtownBanners

Just let me blow off steam with my sweeping generalizations that are really a reflection of my bitterness for JMo’s sake. Lol. I will not talk about a Purdue player as being “good” ever. Jk. But really... Sent from my iPhone using BtownBanners mobile app

Completely agree with this. I don’t think he’s entitled because he was a first teamer last year. As far as all-around player, I would argue he’s not the best on his team. Certainly gets the most attention. Media will always tell you the “volume scorer/shooter” is the best player on a team. Sent from my iPhone using BtownBanners mobile app

Just goes to show...if you shoot 25 times a game and have the media talk about you all year, it doesn’t matter how many shots go in or really how your all-around game is. These awards are so shallow and frankly given out by people that don’t know much about basketball. Rant over. Sent from my iPhone using BtownBanners mobile app

Think Langford is out for the year, right? I’m also curious about Ward though. Sent from my iPhone using BtownBanners mobile app

Yeah, the stats on it were posted by USPS in the other thread. Fascinating to me. To your point though, we’ve escaped MSU twice, so not confident about doing it again. And yet, we’re playing better than all year right now. Sent from my iPhone using BtownBanners mobile app

I almost asked if you or anyone else had actual stats on beating a team 3 times in the same year. USPS always delivers. Sent from my iPhone using BtownBanners mobile app

Feeling good about our chances against OSU, but nervous about MSU a third time. It’s the old adage about it being difficult to beat a good team 3 times. If we beat OSU then MSU again, I will absolutely poop my pants. Sent from my iPhone using BtownBanners

I love JMo. Really gonna miss him next year. Let’s have a great run to the postseason for him!! Sent from my iPhone using BtownBanners

Anyone read The Athletic? Really cool article there giving some behind-the-scenes insight of Archie. Went through the whole game and focused on his reactions/coaching. I think you can read it for free with the app. Your first 7 days are free, I believe. Sent from my iPhone using BtownBanners

I seem to remember a team that ended our season last year that will be coming to town for senior night. Step on their throats and dominate again!! Sent from my iPhone using BtownBanners

Great minds...ha! Sent from my iPhone using BtownBanners mobile app

Yeah...and salty he won’t be guaranteed a win with this new coach. Sent from my iPhone using BtownBanners mobile app

Interesting. Isn’t that Ed Schilling’s mantra? I’ll admit, I haven’t been overly impressed with the individual development of many of our guys, but who knows if that’s about any of IU, UK, or MSU. These families are so engrossed in basketball that it could be about something totally unrelated. Sent from my iPhone using BtownBanners mobile app