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I would masturbate onto my TV screen if Washington beat ND. How great would that be?

that's the thing with Ryan to me. Great system coach. And he really hides the shortcomings of his recruiting. And due to his familiarity w/ the Big 10, he can routinely beat teams that are much better than his. But in the touney, with less time to gameplan and lots of talented teams that play diverse styles, I think he faces an uphill battle.

Out of curiosity, when does the fact Bo's teams implode in the tourney start haunting his rep like it did with Olsen, Dean Smith, Roy Williams, Self, Boeheim, etc?

Not too surprising, I think even he got hacked a couple times during that comeback. hahahahah

Or Budinger, who I believe as lured back by Lute. I have to think Gaddy to UCLA is as good as done.

I'm not even convinced Lute is still alive. I think they were gonna "Weekend at Bernie's" him this year but finally thought better of it.

Why? http://blogs.suntimes.com/fullcourtpress/sampson4.jpg Oh God, Bama football and IU basketball. I thought Fiver was an Auburn fan. Wrong? hence why bama football is bugging him Ahhh, totally misinterpreted that. Sorry, me dumb.

Why? http://blogs.suntimes.com/fullcourtpress/sampson4.jpg Oh God, Bama football and IU basketball. I thought Fiver was an Auburn fan. Wrong?

I think we technically only have two open schollies, but there's talk of someone transferring, Morningstar paying his own way, and the possibility of Sherron and/or Cole trying the NBA. That's another reason why Wall is a longshot, IMO. He'd have to wait until the spring signing period to see what's happening with our roster. We kinda have the same problem with our classes right now. We are still going after Chris Colvin even though we have no openings. Makes me think someone is leaving or will be asked to leave. I am not really sure how to feel about that. I would love to have Colvin, but don't want to force out any kid who wanted to play for us during a period when no one else wanted to. It is a tough spot to be put in. Yeah, recruiting over guys kinda sucks, especially since guys like Morningstar, Reed, and Teahan (who might be a walkon, can't remember) actually contributed to our championship. Then we've got juco guys like Appleton and Little--new recruits for this year--who may have signed for a perma-bench role. Not sure why we bothered with them at all. But how can you pass on a guy like Wall/Henry/Snaer/or Cheek? Kind of an ugly situation. I am not sure why Bill signed sme of the last class he did. The way he recruits, he shoulda have known he would regret that quickly. Especially after winning a national title. He is going to be very hard to stop on the recruiting front now. I think he was worried about having enough bodies for this next season. We lost Kaun, Chalmers, Rush, Arthur, Jackson, Stewart, Robinson, and Case. Case and Stewart were used sparingly, but they did play some. Those other guys, obviously, clocked huge minutes. If we didn't bring in a bunch of new guys, a real down year was a possibility. I think he got the JUCO guys because he wanted a bit of maturity. But then, after we'd signed all those guys, Tyshawn Taylor fell into our lap. I guess he was too good to pass up--he's been getting rave reviews--but it made the Appleton signing pretty regrettable. I actually like what Bill has done though. He got some solid 4 year guys to blend in with some superstars. The same formula he used with this past team. Although he lucked out in Rush getting hurt to stick around another year after getting hurt. I actually almost went to late night at the Phog, but had a rec league basketball game of my own to go to. I am interested to watch you guys play this year. I know some are predicting you to be down a bit, but I still think you win the big 12. Ah, you should've gone. It was supposed to be great. We'll be decent. We'll lose some tough OOC roadies (@ Zona, @ Mich St., maybe home to Tennessee), but we'll probably be pretty good by the end of the year, assuming these guys are coachable. If we win the Big 12, it will be in large part because the better teams (OU, UT) are in the south and don't get that soft North schedule we get. Two games against ISU, CU, and KSU can go a long way toward building a solid record. It'll be a fun season, though. I'm looking forward to watching them grow. What's the prediction with the Illini? Is the Jamar thing gonna kill you guys?

I think we technically only have two open schollies, but there's talk of someone transferring, Morningstar paying his own way, and the possibility of Sherron and/or Cole trying the NBA. That's another reason why Wall is a longshot, IMO. He'd have to wait until the spring signing period to see what's happening with our roster. We kinda have the same problem with our classes right now. We are still going after Chris Colvin even though we have no openings. Makes me think someone is leaving or will be asked to leave. I am not really sure how to feel about that. I would love to have Colvin, but don't want to force out any kid who wanted to play for us during a period when no one else wanted to. It is a tough spot to be put in. Yeah, recruiting over guys kinda sucks, especially since guys like Morningstar, Reed, and Teahan (who might be a walkon, can't remember) actually contributed to our championship. Then we've got juco guys like Appleton and Little--new recruits for this year--who may have signed for a perma-bench role. Not sure why we bothered with them at all. But how can you pass on a guy like Wall/Henry/Snaer/or Cheek? Kind of an ugly situation. I am not sure why Bill signed sme of the last class he did. The way he recruits, he shoulda have known he would regret that quickly. Especially after winning a national title. He is going to be very hard to stop on the recruiting front now. I think he was worried about having enough bodies for this next season. We lost Kaun, Chalmers, Rush, Arthur, Jackson, Stewart, Robinson, and Case. Case and Stewart were used sparingly, but they did play some. Those other guys, obviously, clocked huge minutes. If we didn't bring in a bunch of new guys, a real down year was a possibility. I think he got the JUCO guys because he wanted a bit of maturity. But then, after we'd signed all those guys, Tyshawn Taylor fell into our lap. I guess he was too good to pass up--he's been getting rave reviews--but it made the Appleton signing pretty regrettable.

I think we technically only have two open schollies, but there's talk of someone transferring, Morningstar paying his own way, and the possibility of Sherron and/or Cole trying the NBA. That's another reason why Wall is a longshot, IMO. He'd have to wait until the spring signing period to see what's happening with our roster. We kinda have the same problem with our classes right now. We are still going after Chris Colvin even though we have no openings. Makes me think someone is leaving or will be asked to leave. I am not really sure how to feel about that. I would love to have Colvin, but don't want to force out any kid who wanted to play for us during a period when no one else wanted to. It is a tough spot to be put in. Yeah, recruiting over guys kinda sucks, especially since guys like Morningstar, Reed, and Teahan (who might be a walkon, can't remember) actually contributed to our championship. Then we've got juco guys like Appleton and Little--new recruits for this year--who may have signed for a perma-bench role. Not sure why we bothered with them at all. But how can you pass on a guy like Wall/Henry/Snaer/or Cheek? Kind of an ugly situation.

I think we technically only have two open schollies, but there's talk of someone transferring, Morningstar paying his own way, and the possibility of Sherron and/or Cole trying the NBA. That's another reason why Wall is a longshot, IMO. He'd have to wait until the spring signing period to see what's happening with our roster.

Well, it's down to the two schools. But Henry's brother--who had a scholly to KU before he went to play baseball--decided to go to Memphis. And for a long time, it's really seemed like X was a Memphis lean, too. Now it's unclear again. But I get the feeling since his brother's at UM, his dad is friends w/ Cal, and he's talked a lot about going to a place where he can showcase his skills (Memphis runs that playground dribble-drive offense), he'll end up there. holy crap i am out of the loop. his brother quit baseball? I don't think so. I believe he re-signed with the Yankees, but he's going to play baseball in the spring/summer and play hoops/do school during the fall/winter. Or something like that. He hurt his knee, though, so I think he's out for this basketball season.

Well, it's down to the two schools. But Henry's brother--who had a scholly to KU before he went to play baseball--decided to go to Memphis. And for a long time, it's really seemed like X was a Memphis lean, too. Now it's unclear again. But I get the feeling since his brother's at UM, his dad is friends w/ Cal, and he's talked a lot about going to a place where he can showcase his skills (Memphis runs that playground dribble-drive offense), he'll end up there.

I think Snaer's commitment is entirely dependent on X Henry's. If X goes to KU, Snaer ends up at FSU or Mizzou. If he goes to Memphis (more likely, boo), Snaer comes to Kansas. Cheek could confuse the whole deal, though. If he commits to KU, Snaer could go to FSU/Mizzou regardless of X's decision. If you don't think Holiday is a problem, why are you writing off UCLA's chances? Sounds like they'd have as good a shot as anyone.

I ain't scurred.

Haha, no way. I really like that kid. I'd probably prefer him to Cheek, though Cheek is more highly rated. And the Mizzou fallout would be a delicious fringe benefit. After what Collins has done for us, we'd better not. Gotta keep the Chicago pipeline flowing. Better start recruting the junior highs then. Haha, touché. I can't wait till Weber and Gillespie duke it out over a very projectable seven-year-old.

Haha, no way. I really like that kid. I'd probably prefer him to Cheek, though Cheek is more highly rated. And the Mizzou fallout would be a delicious fringe benefit. I think you guys are in the top 3. Honestly, I think UCLA is four. Everything I've read has suggested Snaer wants immediate minutes and is worried about Jrue Holiday returning. I think it's a real battle between FSU/Mizzou/KU. After what Collins has done for us, we'd better not. Gotta keep the Chicago pipeline flowing.

(fire-breathing hatred) haha. Hey, Weber has really stepped up his recruiting. The Jerrance Howard/World Wide Wes connection is already paying dividends.

KU landed Thomas Robinson (the #7 PF, #20 player overall) and Elijah Johnson (#6 SG, #25 player overall.) Looking to add possibly two more players. We're definitely hoping for one of Xavier Henry (#1 SG, #4 overall), Dominic Cheek (#3 SF, #15 Overall), or Michael Snaer (#5 SG, 22 Overall.) And we're still in on John Wall (#1 PG, #2 Overall.) I think getting Wall is unlikely given we got Johnson, who will probably be more a PG. And as much as I want Henry, I think he's Memphis bound. I think we likely end up with Snaer out of Henry/Cheek/Snaer. Still, the #20, 25, and 22 players overall would be a nice haul.

Video of Ref laying a hit on S. Carolina's QB...seemingly on purpose. WTF is going on here?

I can't imagine you'll lose to them.

No need to wait: 52.5% Kansas, 47.5% Texas Tech. seems about right. We're a much tougher team in Lawrence, but with our pass defense, anything goes. Should be a fun game to watch if you hate it when teams don't score.

Boy I thought we'd get dropped farther than that. I'll be interested to see your prediction for the KU/Tech game, meph. I think we'll win, especially if TT plays the way they have the last two weeks.

I was wondering the same thing. He wasn't good at posting.