COLUMN: Led by freshmen, optimism incredibly high surrounding the Cyclones
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I would think we are more likely to finish 4-2 with a win in the tourney to get an at large (expect weak bubble as always with play-ins and committee throwing us a bone with all our injuries) than we are to win 4 for the auto.
Lots saying that we need to win 4 to win the big 12 tourney, we're only 2 games out of tied for 5th due to the close records of all of the teams. Maybe not likely, but, certainly not impossible at this point to get to the 6 seed and then only need 3 wins in 3 days.
CycloneErik
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No way we win 4 in KC. That's too much for sure.
Out of OU, WV, and K-State, which road game are we getting?
One of those can happen. Just curious which one you see as most likely.
Probably KSU (if they play like they did against Tech last night), OU, then W.V. All are winnable if we play defense like we do at home.
ISU isn't far from getting into bubble contention, but as others said, winning out at home is essential for it to happen, and really need a road win on top of it (that's a resume weak-spot detail in itself).
We have compiled some good top-50/top-25 wins already. Non-conference did little to help, even if you ignore the losses and focus on the wins: A top-50 neutral win vs. Boise.
We have compiled some good top-50/top-25 wins already. Non-conference did little to help, even if you ignore the losses and focus on the wins: A top-50 neutral win vs. Boise.
All three are doable, but it's a tough call as we've been a totally different team on the road. WV seems the least likely, and OU the most likely due to their lack of defense.
Only 1 game out of 6th place right now. A strong finish could get us a Wednesday bye.
Those days are over. The transfer game is way more competitive. I wouldn't mind a grad transfer scorer, but if it's just another Beverly or Brase, I'd rather snag Harris.
The days we beat out a limited number of programs for a mid-major player deemed as bad goods may be over, but it’s not because it’s harder. Ending up with bottom shelf grad transfers isn’t indicative of the market as much as it is our shopping. We’re not targeting guys like Zach Lofton, a guy from Minneapolis via Ill St/Texas Southern that’s averaging 20 and 5 at NMSt (22-3) but had some red flags.
There are more transfers than ever and our brand is better. It’s competitive, but programs of ISU’s standing, or worse, are still getting them. That said, home run grad transfers like Kane are/were never probable for anyone.
I am drinking the Kool-Aid.
Wigginton is on the path to be a star and I think he takes on more of a leadership role next year.
THT is going to be ready day one. Wigginton, Shayok, NWB, and THT will give a rotation of guards that will be as good as any in the league.
Lard and Solo are developing into two low post threats we have not had in a long time if ever. Jacobson will give us third capable post. With that rotation, everyone can stay rested and likely out of foul trouble.
Talley offers flexibility. He can play as a 4 or a 3 and is solid.
Long will offer another solid option off the bench.
The other guys can develop and play when they are ready, not because we are out of options.
Wigginton is on the path to be a star and I think he takes on more of a leadership role next year.
THT is going to be ready day one. Wigginton, Shayok, NWB, and THT will give a rotation of guards that will be as good as any in the league.
Lard and Solo are developing into two low post threats we have not had in a long time if ever. Jacobson will give us third capable post. With that rotation, everyone can stay rested and likely out of foul trouble.
Talley offers flexibility. He can play as a 4 or a 3 and is solid.
Long will offer another solid option off the bench.
The other guys can develop and play when they are ready, not because we are out of options.
I never understand where this comes from.
One of the least important games on the schedule toward what defines a successful season.
I won’t spike your kool-aid.
Zion has the ability to make a contribution like Talley is this year, if needed. Physically he’s ready, and on defense could be a flexible asset. On offense he’ll have his moments of not having a position, but other times he’ll look like a mismatch. We should have a definite 8 guys, but if we want to really run, encounter foul trouble, or a perimeter forward, Zion can play.
Watching our KU game from two years ago on Cyclones TV. Only recognizable faces for ISU: Coach Prohm & staff
Saw a stat that we have the same number of Top 50 wins this year (by Feb 10th) as we did last year (by Feb 10th).
Crazy stuff can happen, but I'm still not expecting anything out of this team.
We get Wigginton next year, yet THT could be a very good scorer next year and be an impact player like Wigginton is this year.
