Michigan vs. Nebraska Basketball Open Thread
First time that's ever been a subject line. Don't want to put too much into one game, but as a winnable road game coming off a loss, it'd be nice to get this one. 8:30 BTN (assuming MSU/PSU doesn't run long for some dumb reason). Go Blue, make it just like football.
February 8th, 2012 at 9:24 PM ^
He is shooting 26 of 88 from the floor since the Iowa game.
29.5%
February 8th, 2012 at 9:12 PM ^
It's probably in his head by now. Even for a confident person, a slump like this can wear on a guy. I think it's affecting his whole game at this point.
February 8th, 2012 at 9:10 PM ^
Wow, a pump fake and then a two! Hardaway (who still seems able to drain the 17-footer) should follow suit.
February 8th, 2012 at 9:10 PM ^
POSITIVE - Jordan Morgan is a beast on the boards so far
February 8th, 2012 at 9:11 PM ^
Grr, I was going on 9 est thanks to the death from above post. Thanks Brian for making me miss 10 minutes of the first half.
February 8th, 2012 at 9:13 PM ^
You should be happy about that. It's saved your eyes or ears some pretty painful minutes.
February 8th, 2012 at 9:12 PM ^
You gotta love the games where 75% of your shots are from behind the arc...
February 8th, 2012 at 9:14 PM ^
Wow timmy. Wow.
February 8th, 2012 at 9:22 PM ^
February 8th, 2012 at 9:14 PM ^
Timmy goes to the hole ...
... and misses. *sigh*
February 8th, 2012 at 9:14 PM ^
GAH. He's so frustrating to watch.
February 8th, 2012 at 9:16 PM ^
Maybe Tim should close his eyes when he shoots - can't be any worse.
February 8th, 2012 at 9:16 PM ^
Missed another three....
February 8th, 2012 at 9:16 PM ^
Will Tim Haradway Senior please put on that Michigan hat so THJ can hit his shots.
February 8th, 2012 at 9:16 PM ^
Chuck Knoblauch would like a word with you...
February 8th, 2012 at 9:16 PM ^
February 8th, 2012 at 9:18 PM ^
cares all that much.
February 8th, 2012 at 9:19 PM ^
I dont, get to the rim, try and get to the line......tired of watching him sit back and fire up 3's, and then pack it in on the defensive end.
February 8th, 2012 at 9:26 PM ^
February 8th, 2012 at 9:32 PM ^
People who question effort, without real proof, should get banhammered.
February 9th, 2012 at 12:04 AM ^
He plays horrible defense and isn't even close to being in position for rebounding. Effort alone won't make you a great defender or a great rebounder, but if you are moderately athletic, then effort will make you at least average at both. I don't think THJ is deficient athletically, so it looks like effort is lacking.
February 8th, 2012 at 9:17 PM ^
This game may end up being worse than that 42-41 Illinois/MSU game.
February 8th, 2012 at 9:17 PM ^
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February 8th, 2012 at 9:20 PM ^
Bo Pelini
What do I win?
February 8th, 2012 at 9:21 PM ^
Those types of obscure details aren't even on Wikipedia.
February 8th, 2012 at 9:43 PM ^
is it not still danny nee?
February 8th, 2012 at 9:17 PM ^
February 8th, 2012 at 9:19 PM ^
February 8th, 2012 at 9:18 PM ^
22 points? dang
February 8th, 2012 at 9:19 PM ^
Adam Dunn was my most expensive player on my AL Fantasy Baseball team this year (unfortunately).
Hardaway is reminding me of Dunn right now...
February 8th, 2012 at 9:19 PM ^
February 8th, 2012 at 9:19 PM ^
Who cares if Tim misses that layup? At least he drove to the basket, something he should be doing wayyyyyy more often, instead of shooting a contested three.
Also, that last foul on Morgan was Hardaway's fault. Tim had an easy rebound and just watched it as Jordan tried to run across the lane to save it.
February 8th, 2012 at 9:22 PM ^
I'd like to see Hardaway post up again although Nebraska's scramble defense is making it hard for inside looks.
February 8th, 2012 at 9:20 PM ^
Somebody tell Hardaway to think about brunette girls before he hoists up his next 3.
February 8th, 2012 at 9:20 PM ^
this is a cripple fight.
February 8th, 2012 at 9:20 PM ^
I would like to have those two points that THJ missed
February 8th, 2012 at 9:23 PM ^
Even though it didn't count, how come that dude from Nebraska can throw it up like a duck and make it from 3 but Tim can't?
February 8th, 2012 at 9:31 PM ^
I think Tim Sr needs to shell out some dough for a sports psychologist. There is clearly something wrong with THJ's shot, but I think the source for that is mental. I don't know how you go from last year's sweet stroke to this mess. At the very least, the shrink could work on him having the confidence to drive to the hoop instead of launch deep shots. Every good player knows that you get your mo back by driving to the hoop for easy buckets and FTs. The deep shots will follow.
I should say that unlike other people, I think he's obviously trying. I've tried to watch his play to see if there's anything noticeably off, and I just can't find anything other than the obvious observation that something is wrong. I hope that things get better because I'm a big THJ fan.
February 8th, 2012 at 9:24 PM ^
Also, can I get a back door cut from somebody? Please... anyone?
February 8th, 2012 at 9:24 PM ^
I would like Hardaway to find an Easyway fast...DRIVE TO THE BASKET!
February 8th, 2012 at 9:26 PM ^
Aiy yie yie....
I understand that they're playing down to the level of competition tonight, and that they almost know they aren't going to lose, but at the same time I feel like they should be putting the throttle down for once on a lesser team and "working" on the things that make them a good basketball team (wouldn't know it from watching tonight). The offense looks utterly stagnant. THJ looks turrible every touch. Offensive reounds are still being given up. Smotz still looks lost and could damn near be called for a foul when he's guarding a man with the ball. Umm, did I mention the offense not looking particularly good against NEBRASKA?
Chalk it up to a bad night, again?! Michigan will win this game, no doubt, but it'd be nice to see them "look" like a Sweet 16 team agains the bottom dweller of the RPI's top conference. More complaints post game!!! Go Blue; I haven't lost the faith or jumped off the bandwagon, just a frustrated fan who see's so much more capability out of these guys.
February 8th, 2012 at 9:25 PM ^
Holy brickfest. How about driving the lane instead of just heaving up 3's?
February 8th, 2012 at 9:25 PM ^
It's not like THJ is getting a lot of help....
February 8th, 2012 at 9:29 PM ^
He NEEDS plenty of help...0-7 is downright NASTY...BENCH HIM. Make him uncomfortable. Maybe that will spark something in him.
February 8th, 2012 at 9:33 PM ^
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February 8th, 2012 at 9:38 PM ^
I'd watch it if they played the game in one of those giant abandoned factories from Robocop.
February 8th, 2012 at 9:26 PM ^
I think I'll do something more stimulating rather than watch this game. Homework comes to mind.