MAILBAG: Is Iowa State an NCAA Tournament team?

[ChrisMWilliams]

I tackled this question and more. Enjoy.

https://cyclonefanatic.com/2017/12/mailbag-is-iowa-state-an-ncaa-tournament-team/

 

[Cyclonepride]

No way of telling just yet. I think it will depend a lot on momentum. If we can somehow sneak a few victories out early (I like the way it sets up with home against K State and UT before traveling to Stillwater (and then KU)), we have a shot. We definitely have the talent, but we will have to clean up the mistakes and solidify the roles.

The one thing that we've seen so far from this group is the ability to close out close games at the end. They'll need to continue to do that, as most prospective wins will probably come down to the last 5 minutes.

 

[FinalFourCy]

No. They’ll end up being a decent core, but imo it’ll be a lot like 2010-11. A couple pieces short.

 

[jay moe]

A bubble team at best, the Big XII is unforgiving this year.

 

[ClonesFTW]

I'm saying no right now; my expectations are set where I could actually enjoy a NIT run this year.

 

[bosco]

Holding judgment until after the UNI game.

 

[CloneFan4]

I think no as of right now, but I'm still desperately holding on to the hope that we make it seven in a row.

 

[MartyFine]

I have a bad feeling about the UNI game, but even with a loss to them ISU should be able to get in with 9-10 Big 12 conference wins. The Tennessee game is going to be a big one.

 

[CycloneErik]

We sure look like a tourney team right now.

Tell me, because I don't want to look it up, was that Alex dude that asked "how screwed are we" the same one that told people to look at CF to see the negativity?

 

[NWICY]

I'm hoping for a tourney bid this yr. I like the streak we've got going. All I know is that it's been a lot of fun to watch this team to grow and improve this season, and I'm looking forward to watching them improve as the season goes along.

 

[BryceC]

Tell me, because I don't want to look it up, was that Alex dude that asked "how screwed are we" the same one that told people to look at CF to see the negativity?

Gookin was pointing out how much the fans supported him. Way, way off with that comment. It was the Kody with a K guy.

 

[DSMCy]

No way of telling just yet. I think it will depend a lot on momentum. If we can somehow sneak a few victories out early (I like the way it sets up with home against K State and UT before traveling to Stillwater (and then KU)), we have a shot. We definitely have the talent, but we will have to clean up the mistakes and solidify the roles.

Totally agree with this. If they can start 3-0, I think they are right back on track.
Hold serve at home (except maybe KU..boo) and pick off a few wins on the road, especially the games you should win, and I can see this team land on the right side of the bubble.

UNI game isn't a must win, but it would definitely boost the resume.

 

[1976]

I originally thought a bubble team, but CSP is bringing these guys together much faster than I thought. I am starting to have hope that we can squeeze in this year. The bubble will be soft.

 

[CycloneErik]

Gookin was pointing out how much the fans supported him. Way, way off with that comment. It was the Kody with a K guy.

Thanks! That's good to know. Glad to be wrong on my thought there.
If Alex is here, my apologies to Alex.

 

[CyTwins]

We sure look like a tourney team right now.

Tell me, because I don't want to look it up, was that Alex dude that asked "how screwed are we" the same one that told people to look at CF to see the negativity?

That's what happens when you play bad teams

 

[BillBrasky4Cy]

I'm pretty confident in saying that an 8 win Big 12 team will be in this year. The B1G appears to be even weaker than last year, which should open up some bids.

 

[CycloneErik]

That's what happens when you play bad teams

Not our fault. We're pretty much required to play Iowa.

 

[madguy30]

It's encouraging that they've found success on what looks like reliance on raw ability.

To me it looks like other teams' bigs have better handles and shooting ability which will be a concern entering league play.

 

[Brandon]

Unfortunately not even a play in game type team

 

[woodm07]

Everyone talks about Cam starting, but what about Hans? He's a grad transfer who brings a lot to the team and has growing minutes game over game. Am I the only one that assumes he'll start soon?