Bryant is showing signs of becoming a better defensive team. Leading the way in that regard is a talented freshman who seems to be coming into his own a little more every game.
Author: Phil Kasiecki
Navy learns more in a tough loss at Bryant
Ed DeChellis and his Navy team are learning more about themselves with non-league play winding down. The latest instance of it came in a tough loss on the road in the midst of finals, and they may have found another complementary player.
A possible turning point for Maryland
It would be easy to think that Maryland’s win at Boston College on Thursday night doesn’t mean much in the grand scheme of things. But it could be a turning point for a team with talent that hasn’t had an easy go of it.
Northeastern having a tough time for a few reasons
Northeastern has had a rough run through non-conference play. There are multiple reasons for it, but a 2-7 mark has confidence being a concern as the team hits final exams.
Veteran UAB team is playing like one right now
UAB had a week off after their win over UNC, but did well to not enjoy the win too much. They showed it by pulling out a tough one at Northeastern, and now have another week before continuing as the veteran team they are.
Brigham Young is close, with fewer good opportunities remaining
Brigham Young lost for the third time in as many tries against ranked teams. While the Cougars have a good team, they could use a significant non-conference win, and they are running out of such opportunities at this point.
UMass shows once more why they are ranked once again
If you wanted to get a good idea of why UMass is undefeated and ranked in the polls for the first time in 15 years, Saturday’s 105-96 win over Brigham Young was a microcosm. The Minutemen are dealing just fine with prosperity right now.
Providence and Rhode Island show what we can expect from each
Providence and Rhode Island played what we expect a rivalry game to be, as it was a tight battle right to the end. They also gave us a glimpse of what we can expect from each team the rest of the way, especially from a personnel standpoint.
John Dunne is looking beyond St. Peter’s record
St. Peter’s is 2-4 after a close call this weekend. With all the new players on board, John Dunne is looking beyond the final score and the record in evaluating his team, and it’s not in a search for moral victories but rather a look at reality.
Arizona shows it has the potential to win a national title
Arizona took home the NIT Season Tip-Off title in a great game against Duke on Friday. The Wildcats also showed that as some expect, they could be playing for a bigger title later this season with their talent, experience and chemistry.
