Let's clinch The Big East Tonight
72-62 MU.
Carl
Fingers crossed, but sounds good to me.
Big game! Let's Goo Marquette!!
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=wvgsopBHBkM
Here's hoping both teams play hard and have fun. As important, exhibit great sportsmanship. Many children will be watching.
Quote from: Uncle Rico on February 28, 2023, 05:26:40 PM
Here's hoping both teams play hard and have fun. As important, exhibit great sportsmanship. Many children will be watching.
I hope for a friendly exchange of slaps of five at the end
LET'S FREAKING GO!!!
Quote from: ATL MU Warrior on February 28, 2023, 05:27:24 PM
I hope for a friendly exchange of slaps of five at the end
I'd like to think both coaches understand it's just a game and the honor comes from being able to compete and represent your school
The announcer sounded like our fellow MU alum Len Kasper for a second
Omax bails out the offense
Nice broadcasting crew tonight.
Game over
I've seen enough, Marquette wins 100-75.
Offense getting to the rim. Just need Butler to start missing more 3s.
Oof, kinda look like we are dragging a bit. Let's shake the cobwebs loose! And, stay with your man OMax
I like the early looks.
We are getting clean looks . That is a good thing.
Attack the rim with authority every possession.
Quote from: cheebs09 on February 28, 2023, 05:36:57 PM
Offense getting to the rim. Just need Butler to start missing more 3s.
Yes love that we are attacking the rim and scoring! Keep doing it and draw some fouls .....
Quote from: Herman Cain on February 28, 2023, 05:39:31 PM
We are getting clean looks . That is a good thing.
Really good ball movement so far.
Tough shooting background and Senior Night. Kam had no chance of making that 3.
Chase seems like he's hitting a freshman wall
Good looks, driving to the rim well just gotta finish.
Fucking Hinkle.
The shots we are getting are much better than theirs. I feel a run coming.
Ughhh. Getting clean looks. Just knock them down.
Yuck. Would have been nice to pull away early.
Omax had no chance at dunking that
Quote from: mu_hilltopper on February 28, 2023, 05:35:02 PM
I've seen enough, Marquette wins 100-75.
I meant MU wins 50-40.
Love the take by OMax
It's time to go on a spurt. Keep attacking.
I think Gold stepped on the line twice before the call. Too bad, great hustle on the offensive rebound
Quote from: MuggsyB on February 28, 2023, 05:46:34 PM
It's time to go on a spurt. Keep attacking.
Little helter skelter - need to slow down a tad.
Make a couple, and I think the game opens up. Just have fun, play loose!
21 Jump
That was a great attack by Omax. I love to see that aggressive play.
Let's set some plays and score! Let's Gooo Marquette! Attack! Violence!
Nine straight shots missed or blocked. Just ugh........
After eight straight defensive stops.
Four free throws. That's it. Could be up at least 12 to 14
Defense is just awesome, Butler looks tired, no bench. But MU better start making shots.
We're a bit out of sorts offensively. Just need to calm down and focus.
Quote from: mugrad_89 on February 28, 2023, 05:48:02 PM
Little helter skelter - need to slow down a tad.
Nah, keep up the pace. Butler does not want to play that fast.
Good thing I'm high
Quote from: Goose on February 28, 2023, 05:48:20 PM
21 Jump
That was a great attack by Omax. I love to see that aggressive play.
Love it. I am hoping he breaks out of this mental block. A play like that might help.
Quote from: mugrad_89 on February 28, 2023, 05:48:02 PM
Little helter skelter - need to slow down a tad.
Yes. Playing a bit too fast and helter skelter.
Ben Gold with another positive play
Great pass Jop
Hate to say it, but I think the next time OMax falls down he has to sit.
Jop to Ben! Let's go now!!
Was Kam's 3 blocked? How could he miss that short?
Good run by Jop
Man gotta make a big big run while butler is missing
Not a good shot from Kam there.
I would suggest there is something wrong with the rims on Kam's 3's but he's only hit it once or twice on his misses
This game is so odd
Looked like OMax was fouled but maybe I'm wrong.
Offensively that was the worst 10-0 run I've ever seen.
Right now offense is Kam wild 3 or Omax wild drive.
Wow
UGLY ...
OMAX did not fall down, but got stripped
0 - 8 from 3. Yuck
Need someone on MU to break the ice from deep.... Need both inside outside working. Let's Goo!
Quote from: MUEng92 on February 28, 2023, 05:56:39 PM
I would suggest there is something wrong with the rims on Kam's 3's but he's only hit it once or twice on his misses
He is the Airball delight tonight. His defense sucks too. Hey Rico perhaps Kam needs to sit and observe for 10 to 15 minutes.
Quote from: Vander Blue Man Group on February 28, 2023, 05:57:34 PM
Looked like OMax was fouled but maybe I'm wrong.
He pump fakes on every attempt at the rim. I feel like he's quick/strong enough to just go up strong. Fake gives D a chance to recover.
Quote from: MUEng92 on February 28, 2023, 05:56:39 PM
I would suggest there is something wrong with the rims on Kam's 3's but he's only hit it once or twice on his misses
O for 5 with two air balls.
MU has like two made baskets in nine minutes......
No one has really been close on their jump shots. I would play more inside/out abd not take early threes.
Ben Steele with the shoutout on the broadcast
Quote from: muhoops1 on February 28, 2023, 05:59:13 PM
He pump fakes on every attempt at the rim. I feel like he's quick/strong enough to just go up strong. Fake gives D a chance to recover.
Agreed that he pump fakes too much and teams know to expect it.
Quote from: willie warrior on February 28, 2023, 05:59:10 PM
He is the Airball delight tonight. His defense sucks too. Hey Rico perhaps Kam needs to sit and observe for 10 to 15 minutes.
Thanks Wally. I'll let the coach of the Big East Champions make that decision but I'm sure he'll take your advice
Let's go now. Keep OMax on the bench, keep attacking
Kolek taking over
Jop has been making a lot of right decisions over the last few games
An audible "ohh" on the road after Kam's drive to the hoop
Quote from: willie warrior on February 28, 2023, 05:59:10 PM
He is the Airball delight tonight. His defense sucks too. Hey Rico perhaps Kam needs to sit and observe for 10 to 15 minutes.
LOL
My God Kolek has gotten so crafty around/under the rim, most underrated growth in his game
Love that kam can still be effective despite the poor outside shooting.
Way more fun offense.
Keep it up boys
BAM! Time to shred.the nets from multiple spots.
Quote from: Vander Blue Man Group on February 28, 2023, 06:03:19 PM
LOL
Tough break for Wendy as coach smart once again ignored his advice
I bet Coach smart would be more willing to listen if Wando had his Warriors pennant in his living room like me and not hidden in the basement
Gotta give Jop some props
Quote from: Uncle Rico on February 28, 2023, 06:04:29 PM
Tough break for Wendy as coach smart once again ignored his advice
I bet Coach smart would be more willing to listen if Wando had his Warriors pennant in his living room like me and not hidden in the basement
Can't argue with any of that.
Nice drive by Kam! Let's keep the heat in Butler! Keep pushing and driving!
Damn, Jop deserved to have that 3 to go down after his D
Quote from: 21Jumpstreet on February 28, 2023, 06:06:09 PM
Gotta give Jop some props
His defense has been really good. He looks ready to break out offensively as well.
Quote from: MUEng92 on February 28, 2023, 06:06:24 PM
Damn, Jop deserved to have that 3 to go down after his D
He's going to be that guy who takes a massive leap next year
Damn that Jop 3 woulda been massive.
Also, TK love the hustle would prefer you dont save that one next time.
Great energy level right now
Quote from: PGsHeroes32 on February 28, 2023, 06:07:17 PM
Damn that Jop 3 woulda been massive.
Also, TK love the hustle would prefer you dont save that one next time.
Great energy level right now
Ya...amazing how many missed wide open looks there have been. Focus, focus. focus.
Quote from: Uncle Rico on February 28, 2023, 06:07:11 PM
He's going to be that guy who takes a massive leap next year
100%. I'm enjoying the sh*t out of this year but it's hard not to envision how good this team could be next year if all the key guys come back.
Don't. Let. Up.
Love our defensive intensity.
Ooh, not sure how that wasn't touched by Gold
Quote from: Vander Blue Man Group on February 28, 2023, 06:08:30 PM
100%. I'm enjoying the sh*t out of this year but it's hard not to envision how good this team could be next year if all the key guys come back.
Yup, thought '23 would be '24. This is a pre-season top-3 team regardless of how it plays out the remainder of this year
Would have preferred Ben stay in over OMax, but I get it, gotta be ready
Terrible call there.
If Kam could find his shot this would be over before halftime
Quote from: MUEng92 on February 28, 2023, 06:14:49 PM
If Kam could find his shot this would be over before halftime
He will. Second half he will hit 4 threes! I feel it!
Should be up closer to 25. The outside shooting has been way off. Nerves?
David Joplin's improvement on defense is another joy to watch. He has worked hard on D and has learned to look other guys. Very impressive.
Hinkle?
Up 14
While Kam cant hit a 3 to save his life.
Oso and Ben have cost TK multiple delicious dimes including what should have been a half time back breaker.
Keep up the intensity in second half and we got this though.
Quote from: Goose on February 28, 2023, 06:17:33 PM
David Joplin's improvement on defense is another joy to watch. He has worked hard on D and has learned to look other guys. Very impressive.
Definitely shown he is capable and willing this game, well done outta Jop
Real nice half defensively.
Man Tyler Kolek is something else. It's like he just gets better and better every game
Thad will make adjustments and will be attacking the rim second half, trying to score and draw fouls. Shaka needs to have the guys ready! Goo Marquette!
Besides the first 15 minutes of offensive sluggishness, MU played last five minutes offensively pure. Except for Kam, who if he made some of those threes, they would be up 20. Oso was awesome against that Trumbull, eating him alive in post.
Wish Oso made that last shot and defense gave up two late dunks, but MU defense fantastic. Omax sat for awhile and Joplin played a lot. Joplin had five steals, five in first half.
Cut down on Kam threes, work inside and get them down big to start.
Quote from: Daniel on February 28, 2023, 06:20:16 PM
Thad will make adjustments and will be attacking the rim se one half, trying to score and draw fouls. Shaka needs to have the guys ready! Goo Marquette!
We got burned on two straight pick and rolls at the end so gotta watch for that.
I would prefer to see a different type of 2nd half than the last game
I would run the two man game and attack the rim on the first 10 possessions of the 2H before taking the triple. Push this lead out.
Wow, that could quite possibly be the worst explanation of a situation as I've heard by Nate Oats.
In all seriousness I would like to add a knock down shooter for next season.
Muggsy
I would play around with the lineups and get different looks. Time to experiment and see what looks good going forward.
Quote from: MuggsyB on February 28, 2023, 06:29:04 PM
In all seriousness I would like to add a knock down shooter for next season.
And a big? We are one over already. But who knows what will happen.
Let's win this game tonight!
Quote from: Goose on February 28, 2023, 06:29:42 PM
Muggsy
I would play around with the lineups and get different looks. Time to experiment and see what looks good going forward.
With all due respect, let's win this one running away and experiment on the weekend
Quote from: MUEng92 on February 28, 2023, 06:30:53 PM
With all due respect, let's win this one running away and experiment on the weekend
Yes. This.
Good first half score . Happy for the lead .
There is room for improvement on theee pointers
Stevie with some "huh" shots
Getting a little sloppy.
Quote from: MUEng92 on February 28, 2023, 06:35:04 PM
Stevie with some "huh" shots
Agreed. Plant and balance.
Why cant anyone catch?
Also, its getting to the point where Omax literally starts falling over the moment he takes a step on a drive. He might have like vertigo or something.
So the replay only shows there was no contact by Kolek
Quote from: Goose on February 28, 2023, 06:29:42 PM
Muggsy
I would play around with the lineups and get different looks. Time to experiment and see what looks good going forward.
I think you experiment when we seize complete control of the game Goose.
What are they even reviewing
WTF
Quote from: MUEng92 on February 28, 2023, 06:37:48 PM
So the replay only shows there was no contact by Kolek
Exactly.
WTH is going on?
That Matta making sh it up to try and get Kolek tossed???
Like seriously wtf was that.
Quote from: MuggsyB on February 28, 2023, 06:39:05 PM
WTH is going on?
Let's completely kill the flow of the game for absolutely no reason - nice whining Thad.
Quote from: PGsHeroes32 on February 28, 2023, 06:39:26 PM
That Matta making sh it up to try and get Kolek tossed???
Like seriously wtf was that.
This is complete insanity. Matra should get a T.
C'mon Oso
Someone put butter on our hands?
Oso wtf.
So damn sloppy. Pick it up
Again, c'mon Oso
Give Oso a moment breather to get head right.
Big hit by Omax. Tk should have about 11 assists right now.
Unreal stoppage of play for nothing. Never seen anything like that. Horrible officiating.
We're just a bit off our game to be honest. I think we're playing a click too fast vs their h-c defense.
Apparently every Kolek assist has been highlight worthy because he only has 4 assists. How is that possible?
Quote from: CountryRoads on February 28, 2023, 06:43:21 PM
Unreal stoppage of play for nothing. Never seen anything like that. Horrible officiating.
AGREED. I think Matta deserved a T.
Quote from: MUEng92 on February 28, 2023, 06:43:52 PM
Apparently every Kolek assist has been highlight worthy because he only has 4 assists. How is that possible?
Butter fingers and missed bunnies.
Quote from: CountryRoads on February 28, 2023, 06:43:21 PM
Unreal stoppage of play for nothing. Never seen anything like that. Horrible officiating.
I honestly had no idea a coach could just on a whim ask to review something that 1. didnt happen and 2. no one saw happen.
SHould be like hockey where you get penalized for wasting everyone time. He literally saw TK swipe and tried to get our best player tagged for it.
Omax stays on his feet!!!
Full speed by OMax there and stayed upright!
Let's go now! Get this to 22-27.
Love the defense.
But every time we get it to 14/16ish we go full slop on O.
Bury em and get the walk ons in to celebrate.
I like extending leads in the 2nd half
DEFENSE
This is about as methodical a 20 point lead as you will ever see.
Insert "But Butler" caveats, but Jop is playing outstanding defense
Shooting 100% on threes this half
Joplin is maturing every game. Another weapon for a dangerous team. Need to get Ross to step up another level and they will be ready for March.
Quote from: mugrad_89 on February 28, 2023, 06:49:57 PM
This is about as methodical a 20 point lead as you will ever see.
A 20 pt lead shooting very poorly from 3.
Suffocate them.
Bury them.
Introduce them to darkness.
:)
Quote from: mugrad_89 on February 28, 2023, 06:49:57 PM
This is about as methodical a 20 point lead as you will ever see.
That might be why, when the potential SOTG crossed my mind, I wasn't remotely sure who it would be at this point
This team is just coasting to a blowout.
Special.
Nice run, some good D, steals and passes!
Quote from: MuggsyB on February 28, 2023, 06:47:04 PM
Let's go now! Get this to 22-27.
Almost there....Get to 30, then experiment all they want. If MU made some bunnies and under the basket turnovers (Sean please stop driving), it would be there and more. Not chucking up threes and working ball around very nicely. Just missing the bunnies, like 4 in second half.
MU defense is just unreal. How did Butler beat Xavier?????
Jop has been playing much better D for a while.
Still has moments were he gambles(like Creighton last shot) or loses his guy. But he tries hard. Hes strong. And hes good at disrupting passes.
Butler hasn't scored in nearly 5 minutes
Quote from: YaBlueIt on February 28, 2023, 06:52:38 PM
Butler hasn't scored in nearly 5 minutes
Oops. I'll refrain from posting now
Quote from: nyg on February 28, 2023, 06:52:24 PM
Almost there....Get to 30, then experiment all they want. If MU made some bunnies and under the basket turnovers (Sean please stop driving), it would be there and more. Not chucking up threes and working ball around very nicely. Just missing the bunnies, like 4 in second half.
MU defense is just unreal. How did Butler beat Xavier?????
More like, how did Marquette lose to Xavier?
Quote from: Goose on February 28, 2023, 06:51:09 PM
Joplin is maturing every game. Another weapon for a dangerous team. Need to get Ross to step up another level and they will be ready for March.
Goose,
Can we get Ross for an easy backdoor flush or lay-up? Maybe a 2 will get his 3 ball back on track.
Let's Gooo - no let up! Rush them now!
Bank...I'm pretty sure I heard it
Outstanding out of bounds play
BEN!!!!
Elite teams touch each other the most
hmmmmmmm
I'm nitpicking but I don't really like Oso bringing it up.
At this point, up 24. Just keep turning it over Oso and get it out of your system for next week.
Quote from: PGsHeroes32 on February 28, 2023, 07:00:04 PM
At this point, up 24. Just keep turning it over Oso and get it out of your system for next week.
He took me literal and immediately did it again.
Not sure what his deal is.
Quote from: PGsHeroes32 on February 28, 2023, 07:00:04 PM
At this point, up 24. Just keep turning it over Oso and get it out of your system for next week.
He's had a few games with sloppy turns. Needs to clean that up.
Is Oso feeling alright? He looks kind of out of it tonight and a step slow.
Don't. Let. Up.
Quote from: CountryRoads on February 28, 2023, 07:01:28 PM
Is Oso feeling alright? He looks kind of out of it tonight and a step slow.
He looks a step off and he is turning the ball over. Twice in a row. Good to let him rest. And see what's going on.
Quote from: CountryRoads on February 28, 2023, 07:01:28 PM
Is Oso feeling alright? He looks kind of out of it tonight and a step slow.
Bardo said he doesn't look right and noticed he grimaced at one point.
Come on......cut the turnovers please, that's 3 of last 4 possessions. They are either turning it over or fouling them.
This game not in doubt, I just hate to lose big leads, just once keep pedal to the metal. Shaka not happy.
We got this
Real nice night for OMax. Hope he keeps that going.
OMax is a much better player when he stays on balance and on his feet. Well done
Some sloppy play. Need to clean this up. Don't let these guys back in
Quote from: 21Jumpstreet on February 28, 2023, 07:07:09 PM
OMax is a much better player when he stays on balance and on his feet. Well done
That seems like a coachable point for him. The team preaches "multiple efforts" and if you fall on the floor you completely take yourself out any chance for one.
Obviously travel on the Butler player. Absolutely ridiculous.
Jop with another solid decision
Quote from: CountryRoads on February 28, 2023, 07:08:46 PM
That seems like a coachable point for him. The team preaches "multiple efforts" and if you fall on the floor you completely take yourself out any chance for one.
Yes
Love that triple by Tyko. Zero hesitation.
Alright Jop passing to Kolek for a 3. I don't know what changed but I like it
Great pass from Jop to Kolek for three. Beginning of year did not see that much. Great stuff
Not to complain about the refs but come the unnatural carnal knowledge on
Quote from: CountryRoads on February 28, 2023, 07:08:46 PM
That seems like a coachable point for him. The team preaches "multiple efforts" and if you fall on the floor you completely take yourself out any chance for one.
After about the 5 minute mark, he's done a great job of playing under control.
Omax is definitely a much better player when he stays on his pegs. Big improvement the last two games.
1 foul on Butler this half.
Double double for TKO.
Butler scoring everytime down now.
Kolek has POY on such lock lol
Quote from: PGsHeroes32 on February 28, 2023, 07:12:41 PM
Butler scoring everytime down now.
Kolek has POY on such lock lol
All on offensive rebounds.
Unstoppable.
Ok, I decided on my SOTG vote
Kolek is ridiculous
Dominant stretch for TyKo.
Quote from: 21Jumpstreet on February 28, 2023, 07:14:32 PM
Kolek is ridiculous
His year over year improvement is beyond ridiculous.
Like many games this year ...
Workmanlike. W.
21
Kolek is simply amazing. A fantastic college basketball player.
My goodness Tyler...
He's gonna be an All Time Great.
I think we could win this game 😀
If Kolek has even a halfway decent game against St. Johns, he should win the POY hands down. He is turning into a double-double guy.
Quote from: Daniel on February 28, 2023, 07:16:24 PM
I think we could win this game 😀
C'mon man, don't jinx it
What a season so far. Incredible. I love this team.
This is how you clinch the undisputed Big East championship.
Quote from: nyg on February 28, 2023, 07:17:21 PM
If Kolek has even a halfway decent game against St. Johns, he should win the POY hands down. He is turning into a double-double guy.
He could go 0-10 with 6 turns and still win it, IMO.
Nitpick but Walson may be the most selfish walk-on I've ever seen.
Quote from: CountryRoads on February 28, 2023, 07:21:17 PM
Nitpick but Walson may be the most selfish walk-on I've ever seen.
That's cold...
"We're not done. We still got more to do." Love that dude