La Salle led for much of their Atlantic 10 quarterfinal against Davidson. But the Wildcats found a way to rally and La Salle found a way to allow them to win at the buzzer.
Tag: Conference Tournaments 2015
Texas simply wasn’t as good as we thought they were
Texas shouldn’t be in the NCAA Tournament, but might be. In the end, the Longhorns simply were not as good as we thought they were, especially if you look back to a time when many were very high on them.
USF tries to set the stage for future growth
Orlando Antigua’s first season at USF wasn’t memorable in the win-loss department, but the Bulls could make this a year that sets the stage for future growth.
Strong second half propels Bonnies
A big second half, especially at the defensive end, lifted St. Bonaventure over Saint Joseph’s for a third time this season.
Sampson is getting a lot out of Houston
Houston’s roster isn’t loaded with top-shelf talent, but Kelvin Sampson has gotten a lot out of this team. They have enough to be dangerous, and that could spell trouble for bubble team Tulsa on Friday.
UCF’s young perimeter needs help next year
UCF battled back in Thursday’s season-ending loss, but some season-long problems nipped comebacks in the bud for a while. Fortunately for them, they have a good starting point for next year.
Big East first round: Efficiency is the key
The first round of the Big East Tournament is in the books, with two relatively slow-paced games in the books. Two move on and two see their season come to an end.
Why Murray State belongs in the NCAA Tournament
Murray State does not measure up by the immediate numbers-quality wins, strength of schedule, etc.-that we routinely hear crunched at this time of year. That does not mean there aren’t plenty of good reasons to include the Racers in the NCAA Tournament.
The Morning Dish – Thursday, March 12, 2015
Lafayette and head coach Fran O’Hanlon have been together a long time. Both have been rewarded for their patience, and it will be good to see both of them again in the NCAA Tournament this year.
Final Arch Madness Notes: MVC still in good hands in St. Louis
When Creighton departed the Missouri Valley Conference for the Big East, the levels of worry from some on the outside ranked from concern to alarm that both the MVC and its signature Arch Madness men’s basketball event were in trouble. Despite the doomsday predictions of some, though, the league and the event continues to roll with the punches and comes out strong at the end.
