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K-dog · 11-20-2007, 09:39 PM

First thing: Louisville is playing at UNLV before they play BYU. Should be a nice chance in the same week to compare BYU and UNLV against the same opponent. Louisville is currently ranked 6th in the nation but has their starting center and key PF out for this weeks games. IOW, BYU's size advantage might be incredible in this game giving them a chance to get an early win and a sos boost by playing UNC on Saturday.

Second thing: Given the recent conversation about MWC and Pac-10 hoops I thought you would all like to know that CSU played Oregon State in hoops and won. I didn't realize that so I thought I would pass it along to those who also didn't realize that.

Third thing: Utah might be in trouble. They were the favorite against Santa Clara.

Stay tuned for an analysis of Hartford v. BYU tomorrow morning.

UteStar · 11-20-2007, 09:46 PM

Colorado State is truly a bad, bad team. What does this say about Oregon State, seriously? Just to show you how bad of a loss that was. First, Oregon State lost to CSU by 13 points. As bad as that sounds, consider that less than a week ago, CSU did not even score 40 points and lost by 36 points to Montana. Yes, Montana.

Yes, Utah should have beaten Santa Clara. But, I expect some real struggles by this Ute team for the next few weeks. They are still learning a system and getting used to the coaching style. I think Utah will look pretty good by the end of the season and I fully expect a top 3 finish in the conference. I guess we'll see.

K-dog · 11-20-2007, 10:16 PM

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Originally Posted by UteStar

Colorado State is truly a bad, bad team. What does this say about Oregon State, seriously? Just to show you how bad of a loss that was. First, Oregon State lost to CSU by 13 points. As bad as that sounds, consider that less than a week ago, CSU did not even score 40 points and lost by 36 points to Montana. Yes, Montana.

Yes, Utah should have beaten Santa Clara. But, I expect some real struggles by this Ute team for the next few weeks. They are still learning a system and getting used to the coaching style. I think Utah will look pretty good by the end of the season and I fully expect a top 3 finish in the conference. I guess we'll see.

I hope Utah comes along. I can't believe that they don't have the talent to compete. I'd give portions of my anatomy for a key player on their team.

CSU isn't a good basketball team but it sounds like the vaunted Pac-10 has their share of dogs.

11-20-2007, 09:39 PM	#1
K-dog Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Salt Lake City Posts: 699	MWC basketball notes (mostly as it relates to BYU) First thing: Louisville is playing at UNLV before they play BYU. Should be a nice chance in the same week to compare BYU and UNLV against the same opponent. Louisville is currently ranked 6th in the nation but has their starting center and key PF out for this weeks games. IOW, BYU's size advantage might be incredible in this game giving them a chance to get an early win and a sos boost by playing UNC on Saturday. Second thing: Given the recent conversation about MWC and Pac-10 hoops I thought you would all like to know that CSU played Oregon State in hoops and won. I didn't realize that so I thought I would pass it along to those who also didn't realize that. Third thing: Utah might be in trouble. They were the favorite against Santa Clara. Stay tuned for an analysis of Hartford v. BYU tomorrow morning. __________________ He's down by the creek, walkin' on water. K-dog P.S. Grrrrrrrrr

11-20-2007, 09:46 PM	#2
UteStar Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Posts: 1,817	Colorado State is truly a bad, bad team. What does this say about Oregon State, seriously? Just to show you how bad of a loss that was. First, Oregon State lost to CSU by 13 points. As bad as that sounds, consider that less than a week ago, CSU did not even score 40 points and lost by 36 points to Montana. Yes, Montana. Yes, Utah should have beaten Santa Clara. But, I expect some real struggles by this Ute team for the next few weeks. They are still learning a system and getting used to the coaching style. I think Utah will look pretty good by the end of the season and I fully expect a top 3 finish in the conference. I guess we'll see.