Game Preview and Open Thread: Kansas at Texas
by Peter Bean on Feb 8, 2010 2:29 PM CST
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PrintKansas Jayhawks at Texas Longhorns, Feb 8, 2010 8:00 PM CST
First, the good news: we're capable of beating Kansas at home, and the home team has won the last six regular season meetings in the series. Next, the bad news: we're in a deep enough rut that we just lost to an average Oklahoma team. And finally, the news that could be good or bad: the team isn't seeing the big picture yet.
I honestly don't know what to expect. The smart money is on Kansas, but let's talk about some of the things Texas will have to do to emerge victorious:
1. Balbay and Bradley control Sherron Collins' penetration. I was beginning to think we wouldn't see a single collegiate player that Balbay couldn't handle, but he was lost in the first half against Tommy Mason-Griffin's jabs, head and shoulder fakes, and vicious quick stepbacks. Collins is a more straightforward point guard, and he relies on his strength as much or more than his quickness to drive. That doesn't bother Balbay nearly so much, and so long as Collins isn't getting star treatment from the officials, I like Balbay to give us good minutes taking away some of what makes Kansas so lethal. I'd expect Avery Bradley to spend some time on Collins as well, particularly if Balbay's struggling on offense, in foul trouble, or not guarding Collins well, and after what we saw AB do with TMG, I'm more confident that he can give us quality in that defensive role, if we need it.
Take away Collins penetration and you make Collins more of a jumpshooter, which is not his greatest asset (although he's solid) and force one of the wings to step up and have a good game. Xavier Henry would be the guy you worry most about, but he's tracking Texas so far this year: awesome in 2009, fading fast in 2010. Tyshawn Taylor has the quickness and talent to be a dangerous player, but things haven't clicked for him at the college level and I'm pretty sour on his prospects -- more so than most. Still, he's certainly got the capability of making plays if tonight's his night. In any case, we'd rather Kansas beat us because other guys stepped up than because we let Collins be Collins. Easier said than done, so the defense of Balbay and Bradley are probably the single most important key to the game. That, and...
2. Play to strengths offensively. We've talked about this ad nauseum, so I won't belabor the point -- you've heard it all before -- but this team neds to work inside out, appreciate that there are 35 seconds with which to get a shot off, and run sets that get the ball to the right guys in the right positions. If we're not setting up Damion James to be a focal point of the offense, we're doing it wrong. If we're not driving to the basket and looking for buckets 12 feet and in to start the game, we're doing it wrong. If we're not attacking with an eye towards getting to the line, we're doing it wrong (miserable FT% be damned). If we're not shooting quality threes as a result of already having done the previous three things well, we're doing it wrong.
3. Get 20-25 quality minutes from Dexter Pittman. There's no way to get around this problem: we've got to have Dexter play well, play smart, and play paced for a 40 minute game. When Pittman sits, we either go with a small line up with Gary Johnson, which is terrifying against this Kansas frontcourt, or we stay bigger by subbing one of the guys who gives us absolutely nothing. I guess it's possible Chapman or Wangmene has a good game, but Wangmene has been terrible all year and Chapman's a scary defensive and rebounding proposition against Aldrich and the Morris twins. This just can't be said more plainly: Dexter Pittman has got to be a smart, solid basketball player tonight or we lose.
Hopefully, he comes with his head checked tonight, because he's been a frustrated mess of inefficiency the past month, and while some of it is the fault of others, the bulk of the blame has to go on the big guy himself. It's up to him to control the things he can control, and not take himself out of the game with dumb plays made out of frustration. Play solid, Dexter. You must.
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agree with the above points, reminds me an awful lot of
the OU game last year. if we can knock out cole aldrich, we have a chance, jk
seriously, there are so many problems with this team that need fixin, but I just hope the kids go out there and dont get pants’ed.
ps – i have one horse schools like KU that are only good at one sport. ie – georgetown, unc, etc
HOOK EM HORNS!
"We'll be baaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaack!"
sorry, meant to say "hate." should proofread more
"We'll be baaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaack!"
by greenspointexas on Feb 8, 2010 2:37 PM CST up reply actions
Are you going to play nice tonight on the game thread?
‘Cause we need some positive Bevo Nation mojo, bro’….:-)
"Football is an incredible game. Sometimes it's so incredible, it's unbelievable." - Tom Landry
fo sho
"We'll be baaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaack!"
by greenspointexas on Feb 8, 2010 4:20 PM CST up reply actions
sure, but we gonna need a lot more than some mojo to beat the jayhawks
more like DJ augustine and KD back in the lineup
"We'll be baaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaack!"
by greenspointexas on Feb 8, 2010 4:20 PM CST up reply actions
Does Kansas have anyone that can Guard Damion James?
He killed Kansas last season, the only other player that could step up and stop him, would be Xavier Henry. But can you really put that much pressure on a freshman in the biggest game of the season on the road.
I hope this brings out “challenge mode” in Bradley and he has a great game. Maybe after a victory tonight we can turn things around and get back to that mid December team we all know and love.
Hook ’em!
"The best decision I ever made was coming to Texas," James said. "The second-best decision was coming back."
The entire team needs to shift into "challenge mode"
because no matter what they say, this hasn’t been the case the last month.
guard James?
Not on the wing, but James will have competition for rebounds inside from the Morris twins. If James’ shot is falling, he’ll be a weapon. If he’s scrounging around for putbacks, he’ll have a harder time of it.
Xavier Henry on Jordan Hamilton should be a comedy of errors on the defensive end, but if one of them goes for 20+, I’ll take their team for the win.
His jumpshot opens up the drive.
I don’t think they have anyone that is quick enough and big enough to stay in front of him or contest his shot.
That was more of what I was getting at.
"The best decision I ever made was coming to Texas," James said. "The second-best decision was coming back."
What!!!
That is pretty disappointing, I guess the way we are playing has something to do with that.
"The best decision I ever made was coming to Texas," James said. "The second-best decision was coming back."
You sure about that?
Think we sold out in December. Did they hold some for late release?
You ain't hurt...
Correction
STUDENT tickets were still available. Which may be even more disheartening. My friend was just able to get a few
by Countachlpsx on Feb 8, 2010 3:31 PM CST via mobile up reply actions
sometimes?
when it comes to basketball, it’s pretty much all the time.
by goingforthecorner on Feb 8, 2010 7:43 PM CST up reply actions
I'm curious to see the crowd's patience tonight if we don't start well...
will they turn on this team?
Or will they just leave the building? It was kind of hostile when I left after the Baylor loss. (hostile at Barnes to clarify).
I know if we get the lead and maintain it, the crowd will stay pumped…it’s the other scenario I’m wondering about.
Pomeroy predicts KU 78, UT 75
I’ll go with Texas 79, Kansas 72
Check out the box score for last year’s game @ KU.
How about the free throws!? 14-14 for Pittman and James combined and 20-22 overall. This is wishful thinking, but I’m hoping the magnitude of playing such a huge game greatly improves the focus of the players, and they shoot above 75% for the game from the line.
Anyways, the bigger point I wanted to make was Pittman absolutely can hold his own against Cole Aldrich (16 pts in 22 minutes), and can KU contain James?
Johnson needs to have a much better game this time around. An underrated matchup is going to be Johnson vs Marcus Morris. Surprisingly, both players lead their teams in offensive rating.
While containing Collins on the defensive side is a big key, it’s important that we force him to play some defense as well. While Balbay can’t hit the ocean from the beach, Barnes needs to let him run around off the ball to at least make Collins try to chase him around. J’Covan Brown needs to go right at him and try to drive to the hoop. Aldrich tries to step up and block his shot, Pittman should be open for the dunk. I wonder if Brown knows he’s shooting under 30% from three? Drive to the basket and make free throws, something he can do better than 90% of the time.
by goingforthecorner on Feb 8, 2010 3:25 PM CST reply actions
Collins
While containing Collins on the defensive side is a big key
You hit the nail on the head, we got dominated by a very similar player, in TMG, on Saturday. He is what scares me most.
"The best decision I ever made was coming to Texas," James said. "The second-best decision was coming back."
Also
Brown needs some more Arch on his shot, its so flat. That is probably why he is shooting less 30%, just needs to finish a little higher.
"The best decision I ever made was coming to Texas," James said. "The second-best decision was coming back."
Please win.
"Football's so important in Texas. On the West Coast, it's a social. On the East Coast, it's a culture. Here, it's a religion."
-- Major Applewhite
50% Smart...
That’s all we need to do. Ok, well maybe a little more, but I think the Horns can still play ball if they all agree to play team ball….and make 65% of our FT’s. Horns 79 Kansas 73
Stats are for losers
Samuel Clemens said, “There are lies, damn liers, and politicians.” Nah, he said, “There are lies, damn lies, and statistics.”
But in these team stats are not lying. I can certainly see why KP picked the Jayhawks by 3.
These are YTD stats but I have highlighted what I think are keys to the game.
- We have to guard the perimeter. If either Collins or Henry get off on the 3, we’re doomed.
- Play in-your-face defense but by all means avoid fouling.
- Block out best you can because KU will get their rebounds. Just have to avoid letting them have the offensive kind.
- Protect the basketball. That means no cheap steals and NO TURNOVERS.
- Let’s pass the ball at least 4 times before taking a shot. Isnt’ that 3 less than Dean’s Law of Motion Offense?
…and make some darn front ends of 1-and-1’s, please.
"Football is an incredible game. Sometimes it's so incredible, it's unbelievable." - Tom Landry
Thanks for posting
This is tasty stuff.
Highly recommend you take the plunge and move to tempo-free stats, though. Counting stats are a good appetizer, but don’t take into account pace/possessions.
/tempo-free-pitch
You ain't hurt...
Lies, Damn lies, and statistics
Clemens actually attributed that quote to Benjamin Disraeli, didn’t he?
"A lot of people look for the easy way to do anything, in swimming there is no easy way." - Eddie Reese
eesh
I’d rather not see those.
You trying to say Jesus Christ can't hit a curveball?
by Infield Elephant on Feb 8, 2010 7:11 PM CST up reply actions
We've come undone.
He who hesitates is lost. He who hesitates also doesn’t make his free throws.
This is a crisis of confidence. Usually this deals with leadership and direction [usually coach supplied] but these guys have lost their cohesion. When they had it, they were great. Now that they don’t, they fall apart quickly, usually disastrously.
There are issues of trust. No, I don’t know anything special. I just know teams and have seen lesser teams fall prey to the same issues, where a hairline crack becomes a crevasse and people start undercutting each other. The seniors and juniors can’t carry the team alone, but neither can the hot shot freshmen. Maybe they all have forgotten that you don’t have to be head-and-shoulders better than everyone else…just one measly point better. Just one. But everyone single point has to count until you get that 1+ margin. And to do that everyone has to have all their attention on the same goal.
Now these guys seldom make runs of double digit points. And when the other team starts a run, no one calls a time out. That an opponent can go on a 15-point run without a coach or player calling a time-out is beyond me. It’s psychological suicide, especially with this team right now. Stop the bleeding fast.
So, perhaps these Horns can gather their attention and hold it on KU. Otherwise we do have 40 minutes of hell, one that the Nolan Richardsons of the world will enjoy immensely.
Basically, play ball and STFU. Put your money where you mouth is. Like most games, this is more about death than life. You don’t get these games back, ever. And saying tomorrow is another day is a whiny, loser way to go home.
by whills on Feb 8, 2010 4:40 PM CST reply actions 2 recs
Clara Peller would say, "Where's the leadership."
I think Mack Brown’s mom should speak to the team – coaches and players. I would pay to see that interchange.
These kids need to grow up. Too many egos. Just ask Gary Johnson.
"Football is an incredible game. Sometimes it's so incredible, it's unbelievable." - Tom Landry
I think it's pretty clear
That tonight is a turning point for our Horns. No, I’m not saying this team is done if they lose tonight, but I do think it’s important that we get the win, or at least keep it close.
I already made a bet with a friend that we shoot over 55% from the free throw line. I haven’t been able to say this even the last few weeks, but I really do have a good feeling about tonight.
- Indicates a bold prediction
- Texas- 79 Kansas- 70
55%
How sad that the betting line is 55%.
Before you criticize someone, walk a mile in their shoes. If they get mad, you're a mile away AND you have their shoes.
No kidding
The worst part is that based on our season so far, there’s a very strong chance I lose the bet.
I'm a total homer, but
I like Texas’s chances tonight as long as James and Balbay stay on the floor (ie no foul trouble), we make Collins defend, and Dexter gets Alrdich into foul trouble.
It is that last one that I am most keyed on. Aldrich tried to block EVERY freaking shot. So, if Dexter can just pump-fake once or twice, Cole will foul and Texas will be in a MUCH better spot.
However, if things go the other way with the whistles (ie James over the back or Balbay can’t stay in front of Collins), look out.
--AW--
I have a friend who is a sports psychologist
Usually works with pitchers but I think we need help with the free throws.
Also get a witch doctor
Before you criticize someone, walk a mile in their shoes. If they get mad, you're a mile away AND you have their shoes.
Since I'm a big Texas homer . . .
Texas 76, Kansas 85
We lose by only 9 although Kansas will lead by double digits for most of the second half.
Potentially we can become a pretty good basketball team. Potentially. However, right now we’re borderline top 20 and Kansas is one of the two best teams in the country.
Longhorn Road Trip
Another great preview over there. If you are killing time waiting for the game, why not check it out?
Before you criticize someone, walk a mile in their shoes. If they get mad, you're a mile away AND you have their shoes.
Is it game time yet?
Just realized that there is one on ESPN before us. Let’s root against OT so we might get to see the start of ours.
Before you criticize someone, walk a mile in their shoes. If they get mad, you're a mile away AND you have their shoes.
Word from txtwstr at the Drum
Gonna be the best crowd since the durant-law showdown in ’07.
Tooooons of people in line and steady streams of people crossing red river…
You ain't hurt...
Im at the drum...
Student lowers filled already
by MJY6087 on Feb 8, 2010 6:41 PM CST via mobile reply actions
just saw on ESPN that OU's Pledger and Fitzgerald were arrested for shoplifting
less than 4 hours after the UT/OU game
by 7Swords of Salat on Feb 8, 2010 6:47 PM CST reply actions
Waiting outside
Sitting in a suite tonight. It’s so cold!!
Hook ’em!
"The best decision I ever made was coming to Texas," James said. "The second-best decision was coming back."
by blazzinken on Feb 8, 2010 6:51 PM CST via mobile reply actions
Life's tough
I’m watching on TV. In the middle of nowhere Indiana. Where it’s 15 degrees.
/puts away violin
You ain't hurt...
Haha
We finally got in, never sat in a suite, it’s pretty nice. I got pretty lucky scoring these.
"The best decision I ever made was coming to Texas," James said. "The second-best decision was coming back."
by blazzinken on Feb 8, 2010 7:10 PM CST via mobile up reply actions
Skip the nachos, go straight for the Johnny Walker...just a suite tip.
Be nobody but yourself in a world that desperately wants you to be like everybody else.
by 54b on Feb 8, 2010 7:18 PM CST up reply actions
That's where Peyton Manning lives, right?
"Football is an incredible game. Sometimes it's so incredible, it's unbelievable." - Tom Landry
Sounds like an electric atmosphere awaits....
Barnes team’s don’t lose at home when the drum is pumped.
MAKE FREETHROWSSSSSS!!!!!!
"Football is an incredible game. Sometimes it's so incredible, it's unbelievable." - Tom Landry
Wow...
we’ve never defeated an AP #1 team?
The more ya know…
Get off your knees Greg, you're blowin' the game.
Knowing is the half battle...the other half is making free throws
Be nobody but yourself in a world that desperately wants you to be like everybody else.
by 54b on Feb 8, 2010 7:24 PM CST up reply actions
You trying to say Jesus Christ can't hit a curveball?
by Infield Elephant on Feb 8, 2010 7:36 PM CST up reply actions
That was an awesome exchange
Someone trying to start the “Texas Fight” chant countered with “Make Free Throws.” Ahhhhh, the brutal truth.
Call me a pessimist
If “Dexter Pittman has got to be a smart, solid basketball player tonight or we lose”, then we’re probably going down.
"We're Texas. We're gonna do what we do...we don't copy anybody else..."
~ Will Muschamp
I've got a feeling
about this thread. It will end up as an epic, 2 pager. Needing the screaming lady (or basketball’s version) to remind us that we shall never speak of what has just transpired. Then we go on a 24-7 run to start the half and win by 6.
Get off your knees Greg, you're blowin' the game.
My guess is
We’ll miss Pittman’s first two fouls, which is to say, his first half.
"We're Texas. We're gonna do what we do...we don't copy anybody else..."
~ Will Muschamp
by BurntOrangeBoom on Feb 8, 2010 7:54 PM CST up reply actions
POY candidate
with Evan Turner and Wall
by goingforthecorner on Feb 8, 2010 7:56 PM CST up reply actions
Those of us who could not go to the game
Should be OK. ESPN tips at 8:10 and Nova seems to be pulling away.
lets go sexy dexy.
got my sports shirt on. worked for football lets hope it does the same for bball
This is the game that Damion James gets back to his strong showing and double/double
He will be a beast on the boards and will make all his points in the paint. We win by 10.
Right. The screaming wizard.
"Football is an incredible game. Sometimes it's so incredible, it's unbelievable." - Tom Landry
Gary Johnson to start over Mason
per Craig Way’s pregame.
Get off your knees Greg, you're blowin' the game.
Love GJ
Plays with heart, and is a true team player. May be the spark we need.
Get off your knees Greg, you're blowin' the game.
I like him too
but I see a lot of missed rebound ops. Maybe just me.
You trying to say Jesus Christ can't hit a curveball?
by Infield Elephant on Feb 8, 2010 8:09 PM CST up reply actions
He's fumbled a few balls away
but he’s still 3rd on the team in both offensive and defensive rebound % for guys in Barnes’ main rotation.
by goingforthecorner on Feb 8, 2010 8:10 PM CST up reply actions
I hope this is a permanent change
not just a change for tonight’s matchup. Gary deserves to start. Like I mentioned earlier, he’s leading the team in offensive rating.
by goingforthecorner on Feb 8, 2010 8:08 PM CST up reply actions
Hard to believe this Nova-WVU game is #4 vs. #5...
they look like two rec league teams… practically no emotion. I’m getting sleepy.
Be nobody but yourself in a world that desperately wants you to be like everybody else.
Pittman, Johnson, James, Bradley, and Balbay to start?
that’s more like it.
by goingforthecorner on Feb 8, 2010 8:10 PM CST reply actions
Does WVU play in a fall out shelter? It's a bunker.
Be nobody but yourself in a world that desperately wants you to be like everybody else.
another damn timeout
Love the end of basketball games….let me tell ya
Get off your knees Greg, you're blowin' the game.
Apparently Huggins had one more TO hidden in his chins
Be nobody but yourself in a world that desperately wants you to be like everybody else.
I hate the end of basketball games
It can be horrible sometimes.
Gary to the line to shoot 2.
"Football is an incredible game. Sometimes it's so incredible, it's unbelievable." - Tom Landry
He misses the first. Makes the 2nd. Foul on Aldrich.
"Football is an incredible game. Sometimes it's so incredible, it's unbelievable." - Tom Landry
nothing more infuriating than the foul...
when you are down by 11 with 10 seconds left. Freaking annoying.
"Stats are for losers. I like winning games." ~ Will Muschamp
""I always felt like, and I paid a price for it, that it didn't seem right for one guy to bring me down." ~ The Tyler Rose
I'm in Bob Huggins Hurt Locker with Adam James and cell phone with poor 3g access
Be nobody but yourself in a world that desperately wants you to be like everybody else.
Nice!!
shooting 50%, already an improvement!!
Henry hits a 3 to start.
"Football is an incredible game. Sometimes it's so incredible, it's unbelievable." - Tom Landry
well, we are 50% from the line
"Stats are for losers. I like winning games." ~ Will Muschamp
""I always felt like, and I paid a price for it, that it didn't seem right for one guy to bring me down." ~ The Tyler Rose
I'll take it.
3/19/2009 & 12/15/2009 - Games Where Dogus Balbay Made a Three-Pointer. Never Forget.
KU 3 UT 1 - tie up possession goes to KU.
"Football is an incredible game. Sometimes it's so incredible, it's unbelievable." - Tom Landry
line?
"Stats are for losers. I like winning games." ~ Will Muschamp
""I always felt like, and I paid a price for it, that it didn't seem right for one guy to bring me down." ~ The Tyler Rose
by Mulliganville on Feb 8, 2010 8:18 PM CST up reply actions
Henry misses 3. Pittman slams and Morningstar fouls.
Dexy to the line.
"Football is an incredible game. Sometimes it's so incredible, it's unbelievable." - Tom Landry
DEX hits the foul shot.
"Football is an incredible game. Sometimes it's so incredible, it's unbelievable." - Tom Landry
Sorry, we inserted the catheter backwards...thanks WVU
Be nobody but yourself in a world that desperately wants you to be like everybody else.
This happens all the time
Why can’t the games be staggered 2.5 hours apart?
"Texas played without its best player for nearly 56 minutes. There's an asterisk." -- Ivan Maisel, ESPN.com
KU miss, Gary rebounds. DAMO hits 3!
"Football is an incredible game. Sometimes it's so incredible, it's unbelievable." - Tom Landry
Collins fouls...moving screen. Nice start for the Horns.
"Football is an incredible game. Sometimes it's so incredible, it's unbelievable." - Tom Landry
Damion James.
"Football is an incredible game. Sometimes it's so incredible, it's unbelievable." - Tom Landry
thuggish collins...
"Stats are for losers. I like winning games." ~ Will Muschamp
""I always felt like, and I paid a price for it, that it didn't seem right for one guy to bring me down." ~ The Tyler Rose
Comes on air with
“Balbay misses” – from 3
You trying to say Jesus Christ can't hit a curveball?
by Infield Elephant on Feb 8, 2010 8:20 PM CST reply actions
Does Collins work out?
Be nobody but yourself in a world that desperately wants you to be like everybody else.
Wind sprints for sure.
"Football is an incredible game. Sometimes it's so incredible, it's unbelievable." - Tom Landry
like the unis
"Stats are for losers. I like winning games." ~ Will Muschamp
""I always felt like, and I paid a price for it, that it didn't seem right for one guy to bring me down." ~ The Tyler Rose
We don't have anyone to sub for Dex.
"Football is an incredible game. Sometimes it's so incredible, it's unbelievable." - Tom Landry
i am over the ink craze
"Stats are for losers. I like winning games." ~ Will Muschamp
""I always felt like, and I paid a price for it, that it didn't seem right for one guy to bring me down." ~ The Tyler Rose
seriously
"Stats are for losers. I like winning games." ~ Will Muschamp
""I always felt like, and I paid a price for it, that it didn't seem right for one guy to bring me down." ~ The Tyler Rose
nice Damo
You trying to say Jesus Christ can't hit a curveball?
by Infield Elephant on Feb 8, 2010 8:23 PM CST reply actions
Damo 2-2 from behind the arc.
"Football is an incredible game. Sometimes it's so incredible, it's unbelievable." - Tom Landry
nice avatar and sig btw
"Stats are for losers. I like winning games." ~ Will Muschamp
""I always felt like, and I paid a price for it, that it didn't seem right for one guy to bring me down." ~ The Tyler Rose
by Mulliganville on Feb 8, 2010 8:25 PM CST up reply actions
I'll call Phil Knight real quick
say what the f
You trying to say Jesus Christ can't hit a curveball?
by Infield Elephant on Feb 8, 2010 8:26 PM CST up reply actions
ive always thought...
no need for the state of texas to be behind the horns on the court…a bit too much
"Stats are for losers. I like winning games." ~ Will Muschamp
""I always felt like, and I paid a price for it, that it didn't seem right for one guy to bring me down." ~ The Tyler Rose
we are 3 fouls away from the bonus... not good
by 7Swords of Salat on Feb 8, 2010 8:25 PM CST reply actions
Wingman has not given us a single good stretch of play all year
Amazing. Biggest disappointment of the year
You ain't hurt...
Wingman clearly shows Barnes something in practice
But looks absolutely lost in games. Much prefer Chapman because atleast he can make a layup and dunk every once in a while
More cowbell, awesome
Be nobody but yourself in a world that desperately wants you to be like everybody else.
Worst... sweater... ever... B. Knight
Be nobody but yourself in a world that desperately wants you to be like everybody else.
I think it is the Luby's shirt underneath.
"Football is an incredible game. Sometimes it's so incredible, it's unbelievable." - Tom Landry
Nope, Holly Rowe beats him.
Be nobody but yourself in a world that desperately wants you to be like everybody else.
by 54b on Feb 8, 2010 8:27 PM CST up reply actions
Stoops is here in Cabo, btw, with all of the coaching staff and wives
"Stats are for losers. I like winning games." ~ Will Muschamp
""I always felt like, and I paid a price for it, that it didn't seem right for one guy to bring me down." ~ The Tyler Rose
Drinking a screwdriver?
In honor of Chaisson?
You ain't hurt...
by Peter Bean on Feb 8, 2010 8:27 PM CST up reply actions 1 recs
their SB tradition...apparently.
"Stats are for losers. I like winning games." ~ Will Muschamp
""I always felt like, and I paid a price for it, that it didn't seem right for one guy to bring me down." ~ The Tyler Rose
by Mulliganville on Feb 8, 2010 8:28 PM CST up reply actions
maybe visiting local dept. stores and stealing....
in honor of the basketball players?
by SneezyBeltran on Feb 8, 2010 8:28 PM CST up reply actions
Definitely the hottest reporter ever though!
by SneezyBeltran on Feb 8, 2010 8:28 PM CST up reply actions
no
"Stats are for losers. I like winning games." ~ Will Muschamp
""I always felt like, and I paid a price for it, that it didn't seem right for one guy to bring me down." ~ The Tyler Rose
by Mulliganville on Feb 8, 2010 8:28 PM CST up reply actions
Boom!
"Football is an incredible game. Sometimes it's so incredible, it's unbelievable." - Tom Landry
In the face, in the face
Be nobody but yourself in a world that desperately wants you to be like everybody else.
thank you lady luck
"Stats are for losers. I like winning games." ~ Will Muschamp
""I always felt like, and I paid a price for it, that it didn't seem right for one guy to bring me down." ~ The Tyler Rose
Love the pace, Texas is alive
Be nobody but yourself in a world that desperately wants you to be like everybody else.
Where has this team been?
Hell Yea!
"Football is an incredible game. Sometimes it's so incredible, it's unbelievable." - Tom Landry
great old spice ad
You trying to say Jesus Christ can't hit a curveball?
by Infield Elephant on Feb 8, 2010 8:29 PM CST reply actions
I can already tell I'm going to be annoyed watching this game.
If Texas had just played this well all year, we’d be in a much better position.
3/19/2009 & 12/15/2009 - Games Where Dogus Balbay Made a Three-Pointer. Never Forget.
Thank goodness for the tourney
"Stats are for losers. I like winning games." ~ Will Muschamp
""I always felt like, and I paid a price for it, that it didn't seem right for one guy to bring me down." ~ The Tyler Rose
by Mulliganville on Feb 8, 2010 8:30 PM CST up reply actions
I think he has a splinter
Be nobody but yourself in a world that desperately wants you to be like everybody else.
Impressed w/ the effort so far
Where has this been the past two weeks?
Defense is really on fire 2nite.
"Football is an incredible game. Sometimes it's so incredible, it's unbelievable." - Tom Landry
jeez
"Stats are for losers. I like winning games." ~ Will Muschamp
""I always felt like, and I paid a price for it, that it didn't seem right for one guy to bring me down." ~ The Tyler Rose
yes!
nooo! cant even finish typing in yes before it turns sour
Not a problem, AB. Get you another one.
"Football is an incredible game. Sometimes it's so incredible, it's unbelievable." - Tom Landry
WTF. Shot clock?
"Football is an incredible game. Sometimes it's so incredible, it's unbelievable." - Tom Landry
he was fouled and it wasnt even close..
thats bull sh*T and a half
Kansas hacking the hell out of us
Refs not calling much hand checking. Texas needs to be aware, adjust.
You ain't hurt...
Lovin the hussle.
"Football is an incredible game. Sometimes it's so incredible, it's unbelievable." - Tom Landry
Hustling not paying dividends, but good to see
Texas needs to take advantage of the free TOs…like UConn, those gifts aren’t going to last forever.
already?
i didnt think this kinda stuff would come out until they went on a run
I am kidding!
Is it just me, or does Aldrich look stockier than usual. He looks like he lost a step compared to last season; just looked more athletic.
big country was a beast
….in college at least
anyone notice how we are playing like the freakin Bad News Bears?????????
cant hold on to the ball and look like a JR high team when we dribble or pass
its pathetic
other than that, we look OK
Kansas is playing the worst b ball ive seen all year
"We'll be baaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaack!"
Our D has something to do with that
A lot of good on the ball pressure…i wish we’d play the zone more though.
Feet in the air? How is that a charge?
"Football is an incredible game. Sometimes it's so incredible, it's unbelievable." - Tom Landry
aldridge whif
You trying to say Jesus Christ can't hit a curveball?
by Infield Elephant on Feb 8, 2010 8:38 PM CST reply actions
hammy whif
You trying to say Jesus Christ can't hit a curveball?
by Infield Elephant on Feb 8, 2010 8:38 PM CST up reply actions
Texas offense from 12 minutes on
AN ANATOMY OF STAGNATION
Pull Hamilton for Bradely...sorry buddy i love you
but man you can’t throw shit when no one is position to rebound
nice grab dogus
You trying to say Jesus Christ can't hit a curveball?
by Infield Elephant on Feb 8, 2010 8:39 PM CST reply actions
Does he chap your hide
Be nobody but yourself in a world that desperately wants you to be like everybody else.
by 54b on Feb 8, 2010 8:39 PM CST up reply actions
I like that Jordan at least tries to attack the basket.
Bobby Knight is exactly right, we need someone to step up as a scoring threat besides DJ.
this teams inability to score is doomed to failure
if we dont score we stop playing D…
neither team playing great
You trying to say Jesus Christ can't hit a curveball?
by Infield Elephant on Feb 8, 2010 8:40 PM CST reply actions
offensively
You trying to say Jesus Christ can't hit a curveball?
by Infield Elephant on Feb 8, 2010 8:41 PM CST up reply actions
Time out.
"Football is an incredible game. Sometimes it's so incredible, it's unbelievable." - Tom Landry
Kansas scoring their points in transition
Consequence of our not scoring is we don’t get into a set defense. Gotta get on track offensively.
You ain't hurt...
Needed that timeout
The offense looks completely out of sync. That was not a good shot for Brown. The double teaming on Pittman is clogging things up and we aren’t moving it around fast enough. There are open shots there, Rick needs to help Avery and Jordan find them.
Not watching...but if there are so many non-calls...
…why doesn’t Barnes get himselt t’d up to try to get the ref’s attention and light a fire?! Hell, TRY it…nothing else has been working lately!
41-38 !!
Was it last year or DJ's last year when our starters played tons of minutes?
It’s kinda crazy how things are so much different now.
We need to get the ball to AB.
"Football is an incredible game. Sometimes it's so incredible, it's unbelievable." - Tom Landry
Just really bad shot selection on our part
Be nobody but yourself in a world that desperately wants you to be like everybody else.
Usually happens around 7 minute mark in the first half...
Be nobody but yourself in a world that desperately wants you to be like everybody else.
by 54b on Feb 8, 2010 8:45 PM CST up reply actions
I'm officially off of the Pittman Bandwagon
I don’t know how many people are still on it…but he’s regressing.
He's getting double teamed on offense everytime he gets the ball.
We don’t have the outside shooters to keep them off the double team, that’s not his fault. It would be nice to see him get an offensive rebound though.
Lets Press
Get the Tempo Up
Why wait till were losing by 10 or more!!!
ill put the over under on our points that we put up this game at 50, give or take 5 points
"We'll be baaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaack!"
lol, honestly we just look like we running a ymca offense
we are embarrasing ourselves on natl tv
"We'll be baaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaack!"
by greenspointexas on Feb 8, 2010 8:47 PM CST up reply actions
Dude, I run a mean offense when I'm ballin' at the Y
Don’t know what you’re talkin’ about!
by SneezyBeltran on Feb 8, 2010 8:48 PM CST up reply actions
we will be down by at least 20 at half, book it
"We'll be baaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaack!"
by greenspointexas on Feb 8, 2010 8:49 PM CST up reply actions
i swear this season has played out in reverse. if this were december or early january.....
this would be completely understandable.
but we get worse every freaking game.
( of course ku at least has something to do with that tonight)
These guys are just playing plain out sloppy no accuracy on any shot just shooting where ever
there shooting the ball like Ben Stillers friend in along came polly the one who always says let it rain
Rick Barnes thought process
Hmmm that zone worked really well…let’s go back to man defense
he shoots fts like a retarded person
and yet still makes them on the road, in an important game
8:00 scoring draught.
"Football is an incredible game. Sometimes it's so incredible, it's unbelievable." - Tom Landry
Lucas dribbling right into a trap
Go back to the starting line up, and stick with it, Rick.
You ain't hurt...
Remember when it was 14-8 Texas? Haha good times!!
4th and 5.
by BMC237 on Feb 8, 2010 8:50 PM CST reply actions
looks like we getting there playa
ur the one that look s like a boob
"We'll be baaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaack!"
by greenspointexas on Feb 8, 2010 8:52 PM CST up reply actions
Watching Texas basketball is not fun anymore.
3/19/2009 & 12/15/2009 - Games Where Dogus Balbay Made a Three-Pointer. Never Forget.
Well at least we still have baseball.
So there’s that.
this is sickening
You trying to say Jesus Christ can't hit a curveball?
by Infield Elephant on Feb 8, 2010 8:51 PM CST reply actions
Is this real life
Be nobody but yourself in a world that desperately wants you to be like everybody else.
Adios gentlement. Enjoy.
"Football is an incredible game. Sometimes it's so incredible, it's unbelievable." - Tom Landry
Blow outs are fun
Rick Barnes apologists where are you?
I really hate to jump on the Rick Barnes hate-wagon
but this is just ridiculous. How can a team with this much talent play so badly?
3/19/2009 & 12/15/2009 - Games Where Dogus Balbay Made a Three-Pointer. Never Forget.
we are still at 14? tam cc could whoop us right now
go swimming diving!!!
"We'll be baaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaack!"
Aldridge hard to watch
what horrible form
You trying to say Jesus Christ can't hit a curveball?
by Infield Elephant on Feb 8, 2010 8:54 PM CST reply actions
that effortful jump shot?
"Stats are for losers. I like winning games." ~ Will Muschamp
""I always felt like, and I paid a price for it, that it didn't seem right for one guy to bring me down." ~ The Tyler Rose
by Mulliganville on Feb 8, 2010 8:55 PM CST up reply actions
over the head
ugly
You trying to say Jesus Christ can't hit a curveball?
by Infield Elephant on Feb 8, 2010 8:55 PM CST up reply actions
this is embarrassing
a team of high school seniors would play better than this piece of shit team….and thats not sarcasm
we will have to take that
"Stats are for losers. I like winning games." ~ Will Muschamp
""I always felt like, and I paid a price for it, that it didn't seem right for one guy to bring me down." ~ The Tyler Rose
Aldrich is terrible on the offensive end... don't see how he's gonna be a top 5 pick
by 7Swords of Salat on Feb 8, 2010 8:55 PM CST reply actions
we are sucking it up
but Kansas is also really good.
You trying to say Jesus Christ can't hit a curveball?
by Infield Elephant on Feb 8, 2010 8:55 PM CST reply actions
It's incredible how hard it is for our team to secure a loose ball
I gotta think it’s just luck of the bounce but it happens consistently in every single game
both are the result of bad hands...
you have to have quick reflexes and strong but soft hands on both loose balls and, amazingly enough, lay ups.
by longhornscardinals on Feb 8, 2010 8:57 PM CST up reply actions
We're literally just five guys standing on offense
That won’t work when we don’t have someone who can break down the D with penetration, Rick.
You ain't hurt...
It's almost like we accidentally made a shot!
Damion is fighting out there. He’s hustling. He’s playing aggressive.
whenever you say dj
i keep hoping you mean dj augestin
+1, and i hate to say that
"We'll be baaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaack!"
by greenspointexas on Feb 8, 2010 8:57 PM CST up reply actions
We can still beat alot of teams
even without cohesion…don’t give up hope
i hope the rest of the b ball world isnt watching this abomination
"We'll be baaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaack!"
Has a team ever started 17-0
and not made the tournament
Did
Some of these guys need to check their guts...
I’m as embarassed as the next guy by this display but some of these guys need to take a “gut check” and this is where you see the character of your team. I see a few guys trotting down the court. I see a few guys just standing there waiting for someone else to make the play. My 11-year old plays with more aggressiveness…
In my time at UT, the basktball team I had the most trouble following was
the Daniel Gibson led squad that lost to Nevada in the first round. Right now, I think that team could beat the current Horns.
Nice Billy Madison reference
I’m gonna put LSU, Penn State, Alabama and now Kansas on the Steve Buschemi hit list.
Dear Bobby,
Kansas also has like 10 unforced errors and left the Damion open to go 3-3 from deep. Kthxbai.
Where's Dogus
Be nobody but yourself in a world that desperately wants you to be like everybody else.
James said fuck it, if you no help me hit curve ball, I do it myself
Be nobody but yourself in a world that desperately wants you to be like everybody else.
What an absolutely train wreck
I’m sorry, this is all on Barnes’ inability to develop a competent offensive strategy to complement the offensive talent around him. I think our defense has played well, but horrible turnovers and shot selections has given KU transition buckets galore.
If you want to know how to run an offense with talented players, watch KU. Did you notice all the passing? All the off-the-ball movement?
by goingforthecorner on Feb 8, 2010 8:59 PM CST reply actions
Team better be washing James' car, laundry, dog, whatever this week
You trying to say Jesus Christ can't hit a curveball?
by Infield Elephant on Feb 8, 2010 9:00 PM CST reply actions
after his carrying all the offensive weight
You trying to say Jesus Christ can't hit a curveball?
by Infield Elephant on Feb 8, 2010 9:01 PM CST up reply actions
Barnes seriously has to do a complete makeover...
like 40 minutes of hell….up tempo, full court press, then play zone.
J'Covan doesn't seem to get along with everybody
You trying to say Jesus Christ can't hit a curveball?
by Infield Elephant on Feb 8, 2010 9:00 PM CST reply actions
I couldn't tell you who gets along with who on this team.
3/19/2009 & 12/15/2009 - Games Where Dogus Balbay Made a Three-Pointer. Never Forget.
Oh, and can we stop it with these new uniforms?
by goingforthecorner on Feb 8, 2010 9:01 PM CST reply actions
he is in zen mode this year
BBall does not define him
Bob, I hope you got a bowl of free soup with that shirt
Be nobody but yourself in a world that desperately wants you to be like everybody else.
Is that a reference to houston greenspoint?
I’m surprised!
by SneezyBeltran on Feb 8, 2010 9:04 PM CST up reply actions
#1 high school b b all team in the nation
they might be able to keep it close vs us in a pickup game
"We'll be baaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaack!"
by greenspointexas on Feb 8, 2010 9:05 PM CST up reply actions
ah, man...
i remember earlier this year when i felt like, with this team, no lead was insurmountable.
by longhornscardinals on Feb 8, 2010 9:03 PM CST reply actions
down by 10 at half
come onnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnn texas
dont worry, they will hop out to a 30 point lead in the 2nd half, unless we suit up durant or aldrige
"We'll be baaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaack!"
Holly Rowe and Bill Self switched at birth?
Be nobody but yourself in a world that desperately wants you to be like everybody else.
+1000000000 lol
"We'll be baaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaack!"
by greenspointexas on Feb 8, 2010 9:05 PM CST up reply actions
That J'Covan Brown floater is just that...
a floater.
Thank you Damion James for showing up, like I thought you would. He needs to play the entire 2nd half.
by goingforthecorner on Feb 8, 2010 9:04 PM CST reply actions
Bill is a good dude...
"Stats are for losers. I like winning games." ~ Will Muschamp
""I always felt like, and I paid a price for it, that it didn't seem right for one guy to bring me down." ~ The Tyler Rose
JUST SHUT UP ABOUT "CHANGING TO COVER DJ"!
THEY DON’T NEED TO DO ANYTHING DIFFERENTLY ON JAMES HOLLY! THEY’RE UP BY DOUBLE DIGITS YOU DUMB SLUT!
easy...
"Stats are for losers. I like winning games." ~ Will Muschamp
""I always felt like, and I paid a price for it, that it didn't seem right for one guy to bring me down." ~ The Tyler Rose
by Mulliganville on Feb 8, 2010 9:05 PM CST up reply actions
Impressed by the Kansas Defense...they are warriors
they keep nothing up the intensity and contact because the refs aren’t calling any fouls
Whoever thinks Bradley can play PG
you may want to take a look at this game. 1 ast, 3 turnovers. Just too sloppy.
by goingforthecorner on Feb 8, 2010 9:06 PM CST reply actions
that would be me.
i’ll take a few turnovers in return for the all around game he has
He's not a floor leader
I like him just where he is – at shooting guard. Giving him added responsibilities would take away from his talents, not to mention he’s shown he’s not that great of a ball-handler. Also, you don’t want a PG that shoots so poorly from the FT line.
by goingforthecorner on Feb 8, 2010 9:14 PM CST up reply actions
Key Stats
Avery has taken 2 shots. Why?
J’Covan: 1/7 from the field. Hamilton is 0/3 yet everyone on here screams when he shoots. Hang on, the dude who used to play for the Knicks is about to trash Rick.
lets look ahead
NEB 4:00 PM W
2/17 @ MIZZ 9:00 PM L
2/20 @ TTU 2:00 PM W
2/24 OKST 9:00 PM W
2/27 @ TA&M 2:00 PM W
3/01 OKLA 9:00 PM L
3/06 @ BAY L
"We'll be baaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaack!"
Wow you think we'd win @ A&M?
Justify that one please. We’ve had great teams that can’t win in College Station.
by goingforthecorner on Feb 8, 2010 9:15 PM CST up reply actions
I feel like the guy...
Who fell in love with the Homecoming queen and then she got into a really bad car accident and now I’m hoping she gets hot again by Prom so she’ll pick me because everyone got off the bandwagon.
nice.
"We'll be baaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaack!"
by greenspointexas on Feb 8, 2010 9:13 PM CST up reply actions
Could the Horns become the first team in history to go from #1 to unranked in the same season?
Maybe we are just trying to span the ranking system before tourney time.
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