BE Championship

[MuggsyB]

MU is in the pole position to win the BEast.  This was a huge one tonight because we really didn't play great and Nova controlled tempo.  We got to the FT line but we were nowhere near our normal offensive efficiency.  Honestly, I think we would be the favorites if Freemantle did not get hurt.  And I'll tell you something else: we should have zero fear whatsoever at UCONN or Creighton.  I'm biased but I have no doubt we're better than both of those teams,  even on the road. 

[DoctorV]

MU is in the pole position to win the BEast.  This was a huge one tonight because we really didn't play great and Nova controlled tempo.  We got to the FT line but we were nowhere near our normal offensive efficiency.  Honestly, I think we would be the favorites if Freemantle did not get hurt.  And I'll tell you something else: we should have zero fear whatsoever at UCONN or Creighton.  I'm biased but I have no doubt we're better than both of those teams,  even on the road.

Yes.

Muggsy don't be dejected.
Even the best offensive team in the land can struggle.
Defense was legit, and that's was matters tonight.

Marquette is better than both those teams, and can win on the road.

[We R Final Four]

It's only the current math, but both kenpom and Torvik project us as outright Big East champs.

Well....its settled then.

[ChitownSpaceForRent]

Only forsure loss I see left is @Creighton

Vs X and @UConn are probably tossups

[PGsHeroes32]

Only forsure loss I see left is @Creighton

Vs X and @UConn are probably tossups

I actually think at Uconn is gonna be tougher, but I also thought we wouldnt beat Uconn at all so theres that.

Creighton will be really really tough, I just think we do match up with them though.

I expect to beat X at home and all the other "easier" games. So 16-4 is still my hope.

[We R Final Four]

I actually think at Uconn is gonna be tougher, but I also thought we wouldnt beat Uconn at all so theres that.

Creighton will be really really tough, I just think we do match up with them though.

I expect to beat X at home and all the other "easier" games. So 16-4 is still my hope.

Agreed......@ UCONN will be a dog......@ Crei will be a fun game.

[DoctorV]

Only forsure loss I see left is @Creighton

Vs X and @UConn are probably tossups

I'm actually pretty confident about the game at Creighton, less so about the one at UConn but I think both are winnable.

I wish I could travel to Omaha for that game Feb21, because something tells me that night might be a memorable one.

[1SE]

Currently the favorite

https://www.sportsbetting21.com/major-events/final-four-betting

[Newsdreams]

Bump.

In before the lock.


Personal story time as we get warmed up to the reality that one of these might be a possibility...

In 2013 on a Saturday afternoon in March I rushed out of the office to the nearest BDubs to watch Vander Blue score a game winning basket that would give Marquette its first, and only, BE title.

I sat at that BDubs, solo amongst a crowd of less than 25, with tears in my eyes.

Thank you Vander Blue, Buzz Williams, and the entire 2012/13 squad.

10 years later, lets go now!

Jinxed it

[Goose]

Doctor V

I was in China when Vander and MU won the title, and I danced around my room. I have to be honest, I am far more excited about this team and that is saying a lot. This may end up being a season that is talked about for decades.

[brewcity77]

Only forsure loss I see left is @Creighton

Vs X and @UConn are probably tossups

I don't think Creighton is a for sure loss, but it feels like the most likely loss left on the schedule. But even with Kalkbrenner back, they aren't a great offensive rebounding team (#204 nationally since his return) and are only average protecting the ball (#75 TO rate since his return). They also allow a higher percentage of points from inside the arc than any other team in the country.

It'll be tough, but there are areas we can exploit.

[muwarrior69]

It is good to see the Western teams at the top of the standings with MU at the peak for a change.

[DoctorV]

BUMP.

Down 8 at HT. Up 10 with 8 minutes left.

Championship Pedigree.

Work to be done.

WE ARE MARQUETTE!!!

[Goose]

Doctor

This team has nuts. Six more weeks of work ahead.

[DoctorV]

Doctor

This team has nuts. Six more weeks of work ahead.

I love this.

[DoctorV]

Bump.

BIG EAST CHAMPIONS!!!

Miss you dad!
I wish my dad was here to celebrate this one with me, but I'm confident he's enjoying it from up above.

Love this season.
Proud of the fellas, proud of Coach Smart.

WE ARE MARQUETTE!

Work to be done.