On Jim Hill's post selection show, Cronin stated that UCLA told the committee that they do not expect Jaylen back but they did expect Adema to be back for the tournament.
So funny how they are touting Lunardi as getting 67 of 68 correct. Like 64 of those were baked in. He basically had to choose 4 out of 10 bubble teams to get in and he picked 3. Big Deal. A lot of his seedlings (also not that hard) are way off. They acting like he picked an entire bracket perfectly.
I am probably in the minority here, but I think our seeding is very generous and favorable--especially with the injury which will keep Clark out and the question if Bona can return and/or be effective (his arm did not move and was stationary on his side last night). If we get to the sweet sixteen with these obstacles, I think our guys did a great job.
I don't take joy in the misfortune of others (except for SC), but I'm not displeased that preseason #1 UNC missed the cut, as did Juwan's Michigan squad.
Buckle up, it’s gonna be wild! I don’t think there’s any dominant teams this year, so it will come down to matchups and mental preparedness I think.
For the Bruins, Bona’s status might be key, but it was good to see both Nwuba and Mac step up, so I’m much more comfortable. I’m guessing they’ll limit Bona’s minutes in the first couple of games as long as we’re in control. [As an aside, we desperately need to recruit a big or 2, probably from the portal. If Bona leaves, we only have Mac, and even if he stays we need the depth]
It will be interesting to see how Jaime goes, I was really scared when he rolled his ankle the other day, but he seems ok. I don’t know that he needs to go on a massive scoring run for us to do well, but I think it’s the senior leadership that is key - showing the Freshman how to handle the tournament.
Secondl weekend could be interesting, but I don’t want to look too far ahead, just want to take it a game at a time.
The narrow loss to the Mildcats in the Pac-12 tournament final once again showed how tough and resilient UCLA is under Coach Cronin. Even without starters Clark and Bona, the Pac-12 referees blowing calls as usual, and Etienne and Nwuba fouling out during the game, the Bruins still hung in there and had multiple chances at the end to win it. Glad they're the 2-seed in the West Region (5th-seed overall) and that AZ (8th-seed overall) got placed in the South Region, forcing their disgusting fans to travel to Louisville should their team make it that far. The road to the Final Four through Sacramento, Las Vegas, and Houston is set for the Bruins if their elite defense holds up, Bona is OK, and they avoid any additional injuries. They'll have to overcome their poor shooting and tendency to play well for only 1 half. I expect a blowout victory, but won't be surprised if they experience some first-game jitters and UNC Asheville playing over their heads with nothing to lose, sort of like the scare that Akron gave the Bruins in their first game during last year's NCAA tournament. Since his veterans are departing after this season is over, Coach Cronin will have to reload his team, so this may be his best shot at a championship for a while. Good luck and Go Bruins!!!
Our first NCAA tournament game is approaching. Our opponents are waiting, perhaps even chomping at the bit, getting impatient to play us. They want to know if we are indeed as good as the advance billing. UCLA was last crowned champions in 1995, way before the current generation was even born, let alone old enough to be fans of basketball. May be they have since heard from their parents or elders about it and wonder if the four initials name brand in college hoops remains by now as good as its stellar image projects. As an alum, I am telling them yes, we are. We are indeed that good or perhaps even better than advertised. I know we are short of one crucial player. Another one may or may not be at his best even if he plays. In light of the daunting tasks with such risky odds, I want to tell our team, our coaching staff you'll never walk alone.
This is the title of an iconic British hit song sung by the group Gerry & The Pacemakers. British soccer fans love its stirring lyrics, soulful melody so much so that the Liverpool Football Club has adopted it as their team song. Before every game, Liverpool fans young and old would stand shoulder to shoulder, hold up their team banners and sing, out of their hearts, out of their undying support of their soccer team to an emotional, adrenaline driven rendition of the song. Maniacal is actually the word to describe their relentless spirits. With a packed stadium of close to a hundred thousand fans, their voices could be heard soaring throughout the vicinity even.
I experienced it first hand while in Australia attending a soccer match between a local team and the visiting Liverpool team. sometime ago. Sitting in the midst of it, I want you to imagine the feverish pitch aroused by the song among the fans It beats our Super Bowl enthusiasm ten times over easily. No kidding.
" When you walk, through the storm, hold your head up high, and don't be afraid of the dark ...... At the end of the storm is a golden sky ....... Walk on through the wind, walk on through the rain ....walk on with your hope in your heart .... " And this is what I would sing to our team too !!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Thank you for the fine update. One game at a time. Go Bruins.
On Jim Hill's post selection show, Cronin stated that UCLA told the committee that they do not expect Jaylen back but they did expect Adema to be back for the tournament.
So funny how they are touting Lunardi as getting 67 of 68 correct. Like 64 of those were baked in. He basically had to choose 4 out of 10 bubble teams to get in and he picked 3. Big Deal. A lot of his seedlings (also not that hard) are way off. They acting like he picked an entire bracket perfectly.
UNC declined the NIT. Bitches.
The refs sucked and we were cheated on the seeding, but it’d be nice if Cronin and the team finally learned to feed the hot hand.
I am probably in the minority here, but I think our seeding is very generous and favorable--especially with the injury which will keep Clark out and the question if Bona can return and/or be effective (his arm did not move and was stationary on his side last night). If we get to the sweet sixteen with these obstacles, I think our guys did a great job.
I don't take joy in the misfortune of others (except for SC), but I'm not displeased that preseason #1 UNC missed the cut, as did Juwan's Michigan squad.
CBS did not show the team’s reaction to their seed but here’s the tweet: https://twitter.com/BruinReport/status/1635045213927542784?s=20
Buckle up, it’s gonna be wild! I don’t think there’s any dominant teams this year, so it will come down to matchups and mental preparedness I think.
For the Bruins, Bona’s status might be key, but it was good to see both Nwuba and Mac step up, so I’m much more comfortable. I’m guessing they’ll limit Bona’s minutes in the first couple of games as long as we’re in control. [As an aside, we desperately need to recruit a big or 2, probably from the portal. If Bona leaves, we only have Mac, and even if he stays we need the depth]
It will be interesting to see how Jaime goes, I was really scared when he rolled his ankle the other day, but he seems ok. I don’t know that he needs to go on a massive scoring run for us to do well, but I think it’s the senior leadership that is key - showing the Freshman how to handle the tournament.
Secondl weekend could be interesting, but I don’t want to look too far ahead, just want to take it a game at a time.
Ugh, once again we have bad scheduling luck. Our game is on truTV (whatever that is)
The narrow loss to the Mildcats in the Pac-12 tournament final once again showed how tough and resilient UCLA is under Coach Cronin. Even without starters Clark and Bona, the Pac-12 referees blowing calls as usual, and Etienne and Nwuba fouling out during the game, the Bruins still hung in there and had multiple chances at the end to win it. Glad they're the 2-seed in the West Region (5th-seed overall) and that AZ (8th-seed overall) got placed in the South Region, forcing their disgusting fans to travel to Louisville should their team make it that far. The road to the Final Four through Sacramento, Las Vegas, and Houston is set for the Bruins if their elite defense holds up, Bona is OK, and they avoid any additional injuries. They'll have to overcome their poor shooting and tendency to play well for only 1 half. I expect a blowout victory, but won't be surprised if they experience some first-game jitters and UNC Asheville playing over their heads with nothing to lose, sort of like the scare that Akron gave the Bruins in their first game during last year's NCAA tournament. Since his veterans are departing after this season is over, Coach Cronin will have to reload his team, so this may be his best shot at a championship for a while. Good luck and Go Bruins!!!
Sounds like Bona may be ready to play?
Our first NCAA tournament game is approaching. Our opponents are waiting, perhaps even chomping at the bit, getting impatient to play us. They want to know if we are indeed as good as the advance billing. UCLA was last crowned champions in 1995, way before the current generation was even born, let alone old enough to be fans of basketball. May be they have since heard from their parents or elders about it and wonder if the four initials name brand in college hoops remains by now as good as its stellar image projects. As an alum, I am telling them yes, we are. We are indeed that good or perhaps even better than advertised. I know we are short of one crucial player. Another one may or may not be at his best even if he plays. In light of the daunting tasks with such risky odds, I want to tell our team, our coaching staff you'll never walk alone.
This is the title of an iconic British hit song sung by the group Gerry & The Pacemakers. British soccer fans love its stirring lyrics, soulful melody so much so that the Liverpool Football Club has adopted it as their team song. Before every game, Liverpool fans young and old would stand shoulder to shoulder, hold up their team banners and sing, out of their hearts, out of their undying support of their soccer team to an emotional, adrenaline driven rendition of the song. Maniacal is actually the word to describe their relentless spirits. With a packed stadium of close to a hundred thousand fans, their voices could be heard soaring throughout the vicinity even.
I experienced it first hand while in Australia attending a soccer match between a local team and the visiting Liverpool team. sometime ago. Sitting in the midst of it, I want you to imagine the feverish pitch aroused by the song among the fans It beats our Super Bowl enthusiasm ten times over easily. No kidding.
" When you walk, through the storm, hold your head up high, and don't be afraid of the dark ...... At the end of the storm is a golden sky ....... Walk on through the wind, walk on through the rain ....walk on with your hope in your heart .... " And this is what I would sing to our team too !!!!!!!!!!!!!!