Harvard’s 82-66 win over Colorado is hardly an upset, although casual fans will look at conference affiliation and think it is. But the better team won, as they expected to.
Author: Phil Kasiecki
For Syracuse, Offense Wins Legends Classic
There’s not a saying that offense wins championships, although some have debated whether or not that is the case instead of defense being what does it. Syracuse certainly rode their offense to a title as they won the Legends Classic with an 80-76 win over Georgia Tech.
Young Wolverines Can and Must Get Better
Michigan played the two toughest teams on their early schedule in Atlantic City. The young Wolverines now have an idea of where they stand, and it’s clear they have a good deal of work to do.
UTEP Takes Steps Forward in Atlantic City
UTEP took some steps forward in Atlantic City, especially in Saturday night’s win over Michigan in which a key starter came off the bench.
Volunteers Show They Can Overcome Plenty
Chances are, Tennessee isn’t who many people might have picked to take home the NIT Season Tip-Off, which they did with a 78-68 win over Villanova. Simply put, the Volunteers have had a lot to overcome to get to this point.
Villanova’s Areas For Improvement Show in NIT Season Tip-Off Loss
There was a recurring theme in Jay Wright’s post-game comments following Villanova’s 78-68 loss to Tennessee in the NIT Season Tip-Off final on Friday. Simply put, they have to get better, and in a few key areas.
VCU Continues to Develop Depth
Depth was not likely to be a weakness for VCU entering the season. After the Rams’ first five games, one can get an idea of just how much of a strength it will be, as they are developing that depth further.
Quick Hitters – November 25, 2010
We take a look at some developments such as a freshman contributing right away at Boston College, a more talented Bryant team trying to break through late in games, a good return from injury and defense remaining a staple of a defending champion.
Holy Cross Isn’t Getting Anything Easy
It hasn’t been the smoothest of starts for Holy Cross, where things were expected to be different this season. It’s still early, and there’s no reason to expect a repeat of last season’s 9-22 showing, but the Crusaders’ 0-4 start isn’t exactly what was envisioned, either.
2010 National Prep Showcase – Final Notes
We take one last look at the 2010 National Prep Showcase, with a host of player notes not covered over the prior few days.
