Gonzaga vs Iowa, Dec. 19th in Sioux Falls

[EvilMonkeyInTheCloset]

Current #1 vs an Iowa team that will more than likely be #3 in the next Top 25 poll.

I know it's still plenty early, and Iowa has a few challenging contests ahead of them, but it is also possible this could end up being a #1 vs #2 matchup on the 19th.

Any early thoughts on this matchup? Does Iowa even have a chance? Will the over/under exceed 200?

 

[lurkeraspect84]

Is Iowa better than KU?

 

[EvilMonkeyInTheCloset]

Is Iowa better than KU?

 

[EvilMonkeyInTheCloset]

Is Iowa better than KU?

The only question you need to ask is:

Is Luka Garza better than Kansas?

And the answer is yes.

 

[lurkeraspect84]

The only question you need to ask is:

Is Luka Garza better than Kansas?

And the answer is yes.

fwiw, I'd rather play KU in the champions classic than Iowa.

 

[duckboy33]

I'd lean towards picking Gonzaga but of course Iowa has a chance. Iowa can score with the best of them so they will have a chance in every game they play in.

 

[dukedevilz]

Only 19 days until the matchup of the century? I don't know why it took so long for this thread to be created.

 

[ExitFlagger]

Does Iowa even have a chance?

 

[Original_Irish]

Only 19 days until the matchup of the century? I don't know why it took so long for this thread to be created.

Well actually just 6 days.

#1 Gonzaga plays #2 Baylor on Saturday

 

[CO_hawk]

After watching Gonzaga play, I dont think Iowa has much of a chance.
There is one though, as Iowa has multiple 3pt threats and the POY.

 

[Original_Irish]

IF (Big IF) Gonzaga is still ranked #1 by the time that game comes, then I'd be confident that the Zags will win. Because that would mean that GU has beaten Kansas, West Virginia, and Baylor. If they can get by them without a loss, then I will expect them to beat Iowa.

 

[EvilMonkeyInTheCloset]

Only 19 days until the matchup of the century? I don't know why it took so long for this thread to be created.

Because I've been over on the football board up until now.......

 

[EvilMonkeyInTheCloset]

Well actually just 6 days.

#1 Gonzaga plays #2 Baylor on Saturday

Meh f*** Baylor, though....

 

[SUXHawk712]

Because I've been over on the football board up until now.......

I think you missed the point and the backhanded jab.....

 

[lurkeraspect84]

I think you missed the point and the backhanded jab.....

I think he took it like a 50's wife and returned fire.

 

[Big ol arms]

Gonzaga has to beat WVU this wednesday first.

 

[Original_Irish]

Gonzaga has to beat WVU this wednesday first.

Actually the game I am most concerned about.

 

[SavageSpartanSquad]

Gonzaga wins by 13 against the Hawks. So talented top to bottom.

 

[CO_hawk]

#1 adj O vs #2 adj O....

 

[ExitFlagger]

#1 adj O vs #2 adj O....

Brought to you by the same guy who posted this in regard to Kenpom:

Good job, week one.

😂

 

[CO_hawk]

Brought to you by the same guy who posted this in regard to Kenpom:



😂

Ya but, Iowa and Gonzaga will have #1 and 2 all season. Facts

 

[della]

Current #1 vs an Iowa team that will more than likely be #3 in the next Top 25 poll.

I know it's still plenty early, and Iowa has a few challenging contests ahead of them, but it is also possible this could end up being a #1 vs #2 matchup on the 19th.

Any early thoughts on this matchup? Does Iowa even have a chance? Will the over/under exceed 200?

I'm jelly about y'all's match up with the Zags. Not only did we lose the chance to play them, we haven't even played anyone yet.

Good luck in your game Monkey, you'll need it.

 

[hawkit3113]

Gonzaga will be very battle tested. I hope we can keep up with them

 

[SheriffBufordTJustice]

Huggins showing how to play Gonzaga.

 

[EvilMonkeyInTheCloset]

Huggins showing how to play Gonzaga.

Be overly active and aggressive on defense?.......

That doesn't sound like Iowa. ☹

 

[SheriffBufordTJustice]

Be overly active and aggressive on defense?.......

That doesn't sound like Iowa. ☹

Garza has to go Gorilla on them..

Throw Timme across the court

 

[Original_Irish]

God I hate WVU games. But I know its necessary experience for GU. Teams should pack the paint and slow the tempo. GU really can't shoot besides Kispert and occasionally Suggs.

 

[hawkit3113]

God I hate WVU games. But I know its necessary experience for GU. Teams should pack the paint and slow the tempo. GU really can't shoot besides Kispert and occasionally Suggs.

They will foul on every single play

 

[SheriffBufordTJustice]

They will foul on every single play

They aren't grabbing jerseys tonight yet

But they will when they are outmatched

 

[hawkit3113]

They aren't grabbing jerseys tonight yet

But they will when they are outmatched

No doubt

 

[Original_Irish]

Well, a win is a win. This is why putting a WVU on your schedule is a good thing. Just glad Suggs was able to come back.

 

[Big ol arms]

They will foul on every single play

Even with all the Gonzaga love the announcers were giving, they even admitted the refs missed 4 blatant fouls on the Zags. They were mugging Culver. I hate losing with so many players in foul trouble but Gonzaga was the better team tonight..barely. But don't act like they weren't fouling on nearly every play as well.

 

[Original_Irish]

Even with all the Gonzaga love the announcers were giving, they even admitted the refs missed 4 blatant fouls on the Zags. They were mugging Culver. I hate losing with so many players in foul trouble but Gonzaga was the better team tonight..barely. But don't act like they weren't fouling on nearly every play as well.

Agreed, I think at times GU got a favorable whistle.

I am curious though, how do you enjoy being a fan of WVU basketball? I'd find it to be really annoying, watching their style of play year after year. I feel like I'd get an ulcer if every close game basically is decided by how the refs call the game.

 

[Big ol arms]

Agreed, I think at times GU got a favorable whistle.

I am curious though, how do you enjoy being a fan of WVU basketball? I'd find it to be really annoying, watching their style of play year after year. I feel like I'd get an ulcer if every close game basically is decided by how the refs call the game.

It's tough especially when Big 12 refs are known as some of the worst. We have to change up how aggressive we are too depending on where we play. Home vs road

 

[dukedevilz]

Top two offenses in the country. Crazy to think, but it's quite possible that both teams exceed 100 points in this contest. After suspending all basketball activities, Gonzaga intends to return on December 14th. So, it's possible they might be a little rusty, with only a few days of practice under the belt. Fortunately, they won't have to go against a superior defense to get their legs back.

 

[EvilMonkeyInTheCloset]

Top two offenses in the country. Crazy to think, but it's quite possible that both teams exceed 100 points in this contest. After suspending all basketball activities, Gonzaga intends to return on December 14th. So, it's possible they might be a little rusty, with only a few days of practice under the belt. Fortunately, they won't have to go against a superior defense to get their legs back.

Honestly, the O/U could be over 200.....

 

[CO_hawk]

Honestly, the O/U could be over 200.....

172

 

[ExitFlagger]

It's tough especially when Big 12 refs are known as some of the worst. We have to change up how aggressive we are too depending on where we play. Home vs road

Translation: At home, WV gets away with rape, but it doesn’t fly on the road.

 

[Big ol arms]

Translation: At home, WV gets away with rape, but it doesn’t fly on the road.

Who is your team? A lot of college basketball teams get away with it at home and I would bet yours does as well.

 

[hawkit3113]

Who is your team? A lot of college basketball teams get away with it at home and I would bet yours does as well.

One hint, wanna be Blue Blood