Villanova prediction

[tower912]

Does MU pull the upset on Wednesday?

[LAMUfan]

without thought or reasoning, MU rolls, because I like it better that way 

[PGsHeroes32]

This will be the first game where we truly get absolutely steam rolled.

[HutchwasClutch]

We've competed against almost (Seton Hall) every team we've played this season (home and road) and stayed within striking distance well into the second half of every game - Ohio St., Michigan St, Wisconsin, Xavier, St. John's, Georgetown, etc..  I don't see any reason tomorrow will be different.  Villanova is likely going to have to scratch and claw, but their talent and experience will likely wear down MU eventually.  

I do think before the year is over, we're going to get somebody (maybe a couple even) that no one saw coming.  A team that is as close as MU is so often, usually get over the hump finally.  

[VegasWarrior77]

Villanova opened as 15.5 point favorites.

[mu-rara]

I'm looking to beat Nova at home.

[JamilJaeJamailJrJuan]

Nova will probably win comfortably, but I am gonna root like hell anyway.

[RubyWiscy]

MU will roll just because it is the one game they should lose by a lot.

[HutchwasClutch]

Wojo will mishandle something to cost us because he's been such a train wreck on the bench this year.  Another Dukiet in the making, just got lucky in recruiting with Henry.

[Texas Western]

Wojo will mishandle something to cost us because he's been such a train wreck on the bench this year.  Another Dukiet in the making, just got lucky in recruiting with Henry.

Recruiting Henry was legit. The rest I agree with.

[79Warrior]

Recruiting Henry was legit. The rest I agree with.

Then prepare yourself to be real unhappy cuz the coach ain't going anywhere

[dbwarriors]

Does MU pull the upset on Wednesday?

No

[brewcity77]

We've competed in every game and I expect the same. Doubt we pull the upset but I do think it will be a good game. Slow the pace and we cover the spread but don't snap the losing streak yet.

[TAMU, Knower of Ball]

My goal for the game is to beat the spread. Buckle up boys, it ain't gonna be pretty

[HutchwasClutch]

Recruiting Henry was legit. The rest I agree with.

Well you're disagreeing then because as I clearly intended to do, it was all sarcasm.

[chapman]

It will look like the standings say it should.  The ninth place team visiting the first place team.

[MUMonster03]

Pain.

[WI inferiority Complexes]

This will be the first game where we truly get absolutely steam rolled.

We weren't steam rolled against SH?  At one point we were down by 22 at home.

[willie warrior]

Villanova opened as 15.5 point favorites.

As Dangerfield said "No respect"

[JakeBarnes]

MU will roll just because it is the one game they should lose by a lot.

Exactly. This is the only logical answer.

[MUMonster03]

As Dangerfield said "No respect"

You don't get a lot of respect when you have dropped 5 in a row, including 3 at home.

[MerrittsMustache]

MU signature win...because why not?

[RushmoreAcademy]

Heartbreaking loss seems to be trending.   Always look for the patterns.

[jsglow]

Sandy will play a solid game and see his minutes continue to increase.

[axaguy]

I think we get steam rolled but that doesn't mean Wojo was a bad choice or is a bad coach. We are not playing with a full compliment of players to compete in the Big East this year... Plain and simple. Nor are we regressing to a lower level of overall competence. Just a transition year is all.......... Relax. Not time for "Chicken Littles" of the message board to dominate the chatter.......

Anyone thinking this current team can compete at a high level vs. top D1 programs just doesn't understand basketball. We just don't have the horses but doesn't mean we can't come out and play hard every night, and should. We CAN be competitive most nights but will realistically have to play perfect, error free games to win. Are we going to get to the NCAA, no. Should we pack up the tents, no.

We'll be OK.

[Markusquette]

Sandy will play a solid game and see his minutes continue to increase.

Early this morning, while incoherent, I was thinking Sandy would play big minutes and make an impact.  Hope it happens.

[wadesworld]

MU will roll just because it is the one game they should lose by a lot.

Disagreed, they should probably lose a lot of games by a lot given the current makeup of our roster.  It's why I'm encouraged for the future of the program Wojo is leading.  He's short on talent and size and yet he has the team competing every game against teams with superior talent and size (on most nights).  Is Wojo without fault?  Of course not.  But when he gets actual talent into the program (he will) I think we'll be in a really good spot.

[BM1090]

We're going to lose, but I hope we just pack in the zone and hope Nova has an off shooting night, similar to what we did against UW. It's our best chance, IMO

[wadesworld]

Sandy will play a solid game and see his minutes continue to increase.

Our local basketball expert says those minutes need to go to JJJ because he was ranked higher out of high school so he has to be better.  He'd be a star if Wojo would just let him make his first 20 errors without pulling him.  Mind games, I tell ya.

[MUfan12]

Our local basketball expert says those minutes need to go to JJJ because he was ranked higher out of high school so he has to be better.  He'd be a star if Wojo would just let him make his first 20 errors without pulling him.  Mind games, I tell ya.

HASHTAG UNDER THE BUS.

[Class71]

We win, I hope.

[geagles10]

I have a bad feeling about Hilliard going off from 3 with our zone....if he doesn't we have a good chance.

[NersEllenson]

HASHTAG UNDER THE BUS.

Hashtag - Wonder where Dickie gets some of his info from?

[barfolomew]

My goal for the game is to beat the spread. Buckle up boys, it ain't gonna be pretty

Spread will be covered. Guaranteed. Stone cold lock. Done Deal. In sharpie.
Margin of victory will be 12.  I won't say which way.

I will, however, go out on a limb and say that a foul will be called on Luke Fischer, Matt Carlino will attempt a 3-point basket, and the word "onions" will be uttered during the broadcast.

[NersEllenson]

31% of our fans at present are predicting an MU win.  You should go bet the Money Line if you truly believe MU is going to win tonight - +1000.  Bet $100 and win $1,000.

Wish I shared the optimism.  Line has moved from MU +14 to MU +15.5.

Hell, at that rate those who predicted an MU win should lay on MU and the points.

[MU B2002]

31% of our fans at present are predicting an MU win.  You should go bet the Money Line if you truly believe MU is going to win tonight - +1000.  Bet $100 and win $1,000.

Wish I shared the optimism.  Line has moved from MU +14 to MU +15.5.

Hell, at that rate those who predicted an MU win should lay on MU and the points.

I think you have your statements backwards.

1. If you truly believe MU will win go take MU and the points.  (even money)

or if you are super confident

Take the money line on an MU win. (10:1)



I don't believe there is an option to take MU and lay the points.  But if there was that probably would be +3000.

[wadesworld]

Spread will be covered. Guaranteed. Stone cold lock. Done Deal. In sharpie.
Margin of victory will be 12.  I won't say which way.

I will, however, go out on a limb and say that a foul will be called on Luke Fischer, Matt Carlino will attempt a 3-point basket, and the word "onions" will be uttered during the broadcast.

Sounds like Sharma's a Badger!

[CTWarrior]

I get the feeling we're going to get spanked tonight.  Villanova does the things we have trouble stopping (ball movement, perimeter shooting).

OTOH, I think Duane Wilson is the guy who could have a big game for us.

As for Wojo, I do not like how we lose our aggression on both halves of the court very late in games, but otherwise I find little to fault.  Good recruiting, good effort, generally good game plans.  It will pay off, though unfortunately not this season.

[g0lden3agle]

Am I only allowed to make a prediction on the game after I give my opinion of Wojo as a coach?

[Spotcheck Billy]

every losing streak has to end sometime!

[MU B2002]

Am I only allowed to make a prediction on the game after I give my opinion of Wojo as a coach?

No, 1st step is a scanned photo of your Letterman jacket.  We need to verify you can ball first.

[🏀]

No, 1st step is a scanned photo of your Letterman jacket.  We need to verify you can ball first.

No JV letters allowed.

[TAMU, Knower of Ball]

Hashtag - Wonder where Dickie gets some of his info from?

Interns mostly. Certainly not from the MU PR department.

[MerrittsMustache]

Interns mostly. Certainly not from the MU PR department.

And where did the interns get their info? Hmm...

[MUfan12]

And where did the interns get their info? Hmm...

Texas Western.

[eg021]

On the road I don't think we can score enough points to be competitive. Most conference games we've struggled to hit the 60's in points scored. I think we need to score in the high seventies to keep pace with nova.

Our 3 point defense was less than stellar against Seton Hall and Butler, I think it's going to be a long night for us.

I'm thinking MU 62, Nova 80.

I'm looking for Juan to step up and do something in this game. They have athletic bigs and we need him to play well offensively. Seems to have lost confidence in his 3 point stroke as well. I think Luke will be in foul trouble all game.

[NotBuzzWilliams]

And where did the interns get their info? Hmm...

From right here at DerrickWilsonScoop

[tower912]

MU is down 6-10 with 10 minutes to go and the wheels come off, losing by 20. 

[Smokin' Jae]

31% of our fans at present are predicting an MU win.  You should go bet the Money Line if you truly believe MU is going to win tonight - +1000.  Bet $100 and win $1,000.

Wish I shared the optimism.  Line has moved from MU +14 to MU +15.5.

Hell, at that rate those who predicted an MU win should lay on MU and the points.

I'm putting 30 on the money line and hedging some of it with 30 on the spread. I like MU +14 and love the minimal risk with a huge payout that you get from the money line tonight. Worst case I'm out 63 best case I make 270.

[Stretchdeltsig]

Marquette will win by 3.  We will make lAyups and cutbacks and Carlino, Duane and Sandy will shoot lights out threes!  Go Marquette!!!

[Groin_pull]

Nova 73  MU 60

[AirPunches]

Marquette plays good for a while and then the wheels come off eventually. Probably around the 12 minute mark. Lose by 8-12 points. I think they cover the spread. Big spread. Almost as if we're a cupcake.

[Class71]

31% of our fans at present are predicting an MU win.  You should go bet the Money Line if you truly believe MU is going to win tonight - +1000.  Bet $100 and win $1,000.

Wish I shared the optimism.  Line has moved from MU +14 to MU +15.5.

Hell, at that rate those who predicted an MU win should lay on MU and the points.

Hey, it is not very hard to predict that MU will loose big, however, thankfully we have emotions, feelings and hope in spite of the gloom seekers of the world. We have nothing to loose and everything to gain by being optimistic. Choose as you wish. I choose the positive.