I agree that Boise State is better than Missouri. But, I think both will struggle to stay afloat the Top twenty-five during the season. I realize they're not ranked now, but I'm sure they will be soon.
Boise State vs. Iowa State predictions
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I agree that Boise State is better than Missouri. But, I think both will struggle to stay afloat the Top twenty-five during the season. I realize they're not ranked now, but I'm sure they will be soon.
Most projections, 2nd or 3rd. Nevada first. BSU-SDSU about 50-50, Fresno a common choice for 4th.
Doubt that Clones can win, but this is at least a much better looking team than the one that got hammered on their home court a week ago. There is hope of not being embarrassed in the Big 12 every night.
BSU is going to be our biggest challenge thus far.
Hopefully the refs don’t target Lard and Young again. I’d like to see those two, plus Brase and Talley own the paint.
We’ll need another good shooting game. Maybe it will be Lewis this time? I’m glad this tournament has a day off in between games so we can get our legs.
Hopefully the refs don’t target Lard and Young again. I’d like to see those two, plus Brase and Talley own the paint.
We’ll need another good shooting game. Maybe it will be Lewis this time? I’m glad this tournament has a day off in between games so we can get our legs.
Let me break this down for a second...
So first, you doubt that the Clones can win. I know it's a different sport, but did you happen to see the football team beat OSU a few years ago, and OU + TCU this year? I wouldn't have an issue if you had said you doubt we will win, but to doubt there's even a chance is absurd.
Beyond that, you HOPE that we aren't EMBARRASSED in Big 12 play, EVERY NIGHT???
Get the F off of Cyclone FANATIC, because you don't fit.
Why on Earth does kenpom have us at 63 ahead of Missouri? I guess they take the key players thing seriously...
All I know is it will be interesting to see if this team continues a steady rate of improvement or if they take a step back. They lost to an experienced Milwaukee team and appears BSU is experienced as well - have we grown enough as a team and with the addition of Brase and Lard to overcome BSU's experience?
Agree, Boise seems solid. Don't like making predictions, know we can win, but I think the difference might be Boise State's length and experience. While we've seen good improvement offensively, I think the iso's and Babb creating open looks for 3 pt shooters will be much more challenged than by our first two opponents. Offense in need of more options/sets/post feeds/etc. is still developing. If we can play great defense, I'll sign up for that 1 point win. GO CLONES!
It is hard to draw a direct comparison from Game 1&2 from 3&4 apply it to tonight's game IMO.
Moving NWB to the PG and adding Lard and Brase have changed the roster/roles, offensive flow and overall play of each player dramatically the past two games.
Totally different teams in tempo and ability to rebound from UW-M, and I do think only have 8 players early limited what CSP could call and the aggressiveness of the players due to foul trouble.
I am going with my heart and predict ISU plays like Thurs and Friday and pulls out a close win.
Should be a fun game no matter the result.
I fully anticipate a physical game from BSU in which Lard and Young foul out while the refs selectively apply their early season initiatives. Don’t breath too hard, fellas
