IU vs Illinois Post Game Thread

[HoosierTrav 7,727]

Dear everyone who bet against us in the Prediction Game.

Suck it.

Sincerely,
The Faithful.

. Just Bc we predicted a loss doesn't make us any less faithful to IU than you. I'm just trying to predict it correctly one way or another. Rooting for our boys every step of the way.

[MartintheMopMan 7,765]

. Just Bc we predicted a loss doesn't make us any less faithful to IU than you. I'm just trying to predict it correctly one way or another. Rooting for our boys every step of the way.

It literally means you didn't have faith that they would win this game. You can root for them all the way, but I don't bet against my own team because I always have faith that they can get it done. And if they don't? I'd rather be wrong in a meaningless prediction game than right not to think we could do it.

Not everyone agrees and that's fine. That doesn't make you any less of a fan. Just my philosophy. 

[KingPG21 6,582]

It literally means you didn't have faith that they would win this game. You can root for them all the way, but I don't bet against my own team because I always have faith that they can get it done. And if they don't? I'd rather be wrong in a meaningless prediction game than right not to think we could do it.

Not everyone agrees and that's fine. That doesn't make you any less of a fan. Just my philosophy.

Wow, wow, wow. Predicting them to lose does not equate to having no faith in them winning it. You ate stretching things to fit your weak argument

[Alford Bailey 12,348]

Great road win! Still would like to see continued improvement on D to help us weather those offensive droughts. Enjoy for a little while then get ready for Maryland. I believe the Twerps are top 10 talented. But, you know what we do to top 10 in the Hall...... :yes:

[GloryDays 5,913]

So much good I don't even know where to start! Hartman is basically amazing.. the elmers.. the loctite

 Watching Hartman and his positioning in the paint was a real treat today.I think that and him being a half a foot shorter than Egwu allowed him to get into his legs and root him out of position.He is quickly becoming one of my favorites on this team.

 Will seldom be as talented as his opposition but will not be out worked.

[Alford Bailey 12,348]

Gotta admit the streakyness of this team is gonna drive me crazy this year. On the other hand you feel like we can shoot ourselves back into any game....

[Alford Bailey 12,348]

I'm being selfish BUT I want our core to return so badly. Troy, JB2, and Yogi worry me.

They are on the cusp and it may not take much to push them up.

Still lots of games left. Amazing to think we probably should be 16-2 or 15-3. Let's keep winning and it will take care of itself.

Argh! Your right. This team should be 16-2 and top 15 ranked right now. Just hope we learned something from those painful losses that is helping us now.

[Alford Bailey 12,348]

The Colin Hartman story is simply amazing. Kid didn't look like he belonged last year then blows his knee out. Literally a week before the season started he couldn't practice because his knee was still swelling. Biggest surprise for me so far this season.

[Walking Boot of Doom 18,170]

Surprised by Max in this game. Very well done. Troy showed his potential. Crean showed his ability to adjust and CALL TIMEOUTS when it's needed. Impressed by the fact that Yogi facilitated and protected the ball. Stan played HARD. I loved everyone's effort and resolve today. Toughness and resolve won out. Suck it, Illinois.

[ALASKA HOOSIER 11,254]

i'd like to reiterate one observation you made #1creanapologist

 

1. SUCK IT ILLINOIS!

 

whoop whoop

[Alford Bailey 12,348]

Max is very talented but still trying to figure it out. When he does he will be a serious weapon for us.

[Alford Bailey 12,348]

This team winning another rebounding battle is all about one thing, EFFORT!

[Stuhoo 79,468]

Max Hoetzel has SERIOUS potential.

[WayneFleekHoosier 47,885]

Max Hoetzel has SERIOUS potential.

it's easy, but there are some realistic comparisons here with Nic Stauskus. That's what I expect from Max over 4 years. He can get there, and he's not THAT far off. Just has to hone his craft and find his balance. No hurry though.

[HoosierHoops1 5,024]

It literally means you didn't have faith that they would win this game. You can root for them all the way, but I don't bet against my own team because I always have faith that they can get it done. And if they don't? I'd rather be wrong in a meaningless prediction game than right not to think we could do it.

Not everyone agrees and that's fine. That doesn't make you any less of a fan. Just my philosophy. 

I've never, ever, ever bet for IU to lose, but have bet tons, for IU to win.

[Stuhoo 79,468]

Max is a good three inches taller than Stauskas, and will guard the four spot eventually (15 pounds to go). 

 

I'm thinking that if all goes well, he could turn into a right handed Brian Evans? Okay, maybe not that good, but the same basic skill set.

[WayneFleekHoosier 47,885]

I've never, ever, ever bet for IU to lose, but have bet tons, for IU to win.

betting and doing the prediction league are completely different. If I have $$$$ on a game I may change my rooting interest depending on the amount but with the Prediction league it's just my guess. I want IU to win every game no matter my prediction. I was thrilled to get this one wrong.

[HoosierHoops1 5,024]

When we red-shirted Brian, we had no idea what he'd become. B1G POY!

[Myrmidon76 614]

C'mon fellas, nobody gonna recognize the use of the shot fake today? It honestly felt like we took more shot fakes today than at any other point since Crean has been here. Fakes from everyone from the 1-5. Bench players. Walkons were doing it! The shot fake is a great fundamental to always have available. As much as I have ragged on about the staff, they deserve a shout out for emphasizing the importance of the shot fake and how to use it properly! The kids are growing very well.

[rebelhoosier848891 9,588]

I loved Max Hoetzel's comment that he had never played center before in his life-----but he guessed the Big Ten was a good place to start!

 

He got swag!