Heading Into ACC Play, Maryland's Expectations Are ... Muddled
by Ben Broman on Jan 7, 2012 9:40 AM EST
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PrintIf it's been said once, it's been said a million times: we have no idea what this Maryland Terrapins team can accomplish, mostly because we have no idea who these Maryland Terrapins are.
It's a common and popular sentiment among Terp fans, and with good reason. You have to expect pretty volatile things when a team receives reinforcements to the tune of 40% of its starting lineup and about 10% of its on-scholarship team, which is what Maryland experienced only about two weeks before the ACC season tipped off.
Almost everything about these Terps is different when compared to the side that we saw earlier in the year: the tempo is faster, the positions have changed, the offense is modified, and they're generally better. Much, much better.
You can see that much with the naked eye: Pe'Shon Howard gives Mark Turgeon a true point guard who can get Maryland into sets in their halfcourt offense, while he also has helped Terrell Stoglin to be more efficient and allowed Nick Faust to his more natural 3 spot. Meanwhile, Alex Len is a monstrous presence on both ends of the floor, and is already much more developed than I think anyone expected.
It shows up in the statbook, too. Let's look at a few examples of numbers increases - and, for the record, the "before" stats only include mid-major games, so the less-impressive performances against Alabama and Iona don't drag down the numbers and create false contrasts. Now:
- Assist-to-turnover ratio: before Pe'Shon Howard, it was at .81. Since Howard's return, it's up to 1.12.
- Rebounding margin: before the debut of Alex Len, Maryland was out-rebounding opponents at a margin of +2.8 per game. Since, that figure has risen to +15.3 per game.
- eFG%: before Len came in, got easy buckets, and stretched the floor for Maryland's shooters, it was at 46%. Since, it's risen to 56%.
- Assist%: before Howard, 44.8% of Maryland's baskets were assisted upon. Since, 61.7%.
- Defensive rebounding%: pre-Len, Maryland grabbed 64% of available defensive rebounds; post-Len, 77%.
And that's only a small sampling. I could go on (and have the spreadsheet to prove it).
But we knew Maryland would be better. How could they not be? The real question here - and, unfortunately, the currently unanswerable one - is how much better, and how much better against ACC competition?
We've only seen the Terrapins at full-force for three games, all of them coming against mid-major competition. To be sure, Maryland looks a lot better against those mid-majors than they looked against other mid-majors before the additions, but how sustained will those increases be against the Dukes, UNCs, and more importantly N.C. States and Virginias of the world? We really have no idea. At least I don't.
And so, for the first time in quite awhile, I have basically no expectations going into the ACC schedule. I wouldn't be at all surprised to see this team round into form beautifully, cause a few upsets, go 8-8 or 9-7 and sneak itself onto the NCAA Tournament bubble. I also wouldn't be surprised to find out that these advances weren't sustained and see them fall to 5-11 (or, gulp, even less).
There are simply too many variables. We can assign a ceiling based on raw talent and inexperience, as I don't think any team lacking elite talent and deep experience can, say, make a run at the top third of the ACC. And we can assign a floor on the same metrics, as I think a team with Terrell Stoglin and Alex Len is too good to be at the very bottom, either. But everything in-between is fair game.
Can Alex Len keep averaging 14 and 8 against ACC-level competition? Will Terrell Stoglin keep dropping 20-something a game despite teams focusing in on him? Can Nick Faust round into form? Will Sean Mosley provide clutch buckets when they need them?
These are all crucial questions to try to assess where Maryland would ultimately fall in the big scheme of things, but they're basically impossible to answer right now. After all: we've only seen three games of Len, all of which came against iffy opposition; Stoglin's never night-in-night-out faced the level of defensive talent and gameplanning he'll see in the ACC; Faust is still young; and Mosley, well, that's probably a "no," but people change.
I have my guesses on those matters (no, yes, a little, sometimes), but they're little more than uneducated stabs in the dark. Fact is, Maryland is basically a walking unknown quantity. And I'm just fine with that. We'll learn a lot about this team as things go forward, and I'm happy to be along for the ride. I've been saying this for quite some time now, but this season is a building year, and anything over 4-12 is more or less gravy to me.
My hopes are higher than that, as are my predictions. But my expectations? No. At least, not yet.
If I had to hazard a guess about this team's future, I'd characterize myself as cautiously optimistic: I do see a lot of talent in place and a relatively high, even NCAA-level, ceiling. I also see a team being asked to start its conference schedule after basically four games together at full speed, and that will likely cause for some early bumps in the road. I'd bet money on Maryland knocking off at least one opponent they shouldn't, and I'd think their penchant for battling out close games will come in handy, too. And I'd also guess that their shooting issues, both from beyond-the-arc and at the stripe, will limit their ceiling against otherwise beatable foes.
All things told, my prediction would probably be a 6-10 or 7-9 ACC slate. But will I be unhappy if they don't reach that number? Eh, not really, and certainly not if the performances and recruiting don't warrant serious worry.
With the ACC season starting off tomorrow, I turn things over to you: what are your expectations for Maryland's ACC (and one non-conference) schedule? Or are you like me, and you're really just along for the ride? Anyone willing to hazard predictions? We have all day to do this, people.
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When Jalen Tabor commits,
Will he average 50 points per game or 60?
I like Turtles!
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He'll be a 20-20-20-20 player
20 ppg, 20 rpg, 20 apg, 20 year winning streak.
by chitsweire on Jan 7, 2012 10:51 AM EST up reply actions 1 recs
No Expectations
I have a feeling this Terp team will prove to be one that plays to the level of their competition. Although they haven’t shown great consistancy, there have been flashes of talent from everyone, and there are legit ACC talents – Stoglin, Len, Faust, Mosely – that could play for anyone. Also, they are learnig how to win. Experience in finishing games – dispite the opposition – is invaluable.
agree
But I am feeling better about the squad with the addition of the big man and our improving depth.
by LowcountryTerp1 on Jan 7, 2012 12:40 PM EST via mobile up reply actions
May you live in interesting times . . .
As Terp bkb aficianados, we certainly do. The Terps may be unpredictable in the ACC, but Ben isn’t: he gives us an excellent season scene-setter. One thought I would add is the Turgeon factor. He has quickly shown himself an excellent man-manager, strategist and tactician on-court and off. His young team might be outplayed by seasoned, more talented rivals, but he should be rarely outcoached.
I think when Turgeon came in here were a LOT of doubts
Following a 22 year legend is difficult. But he’s managed to turn the corner and go in his own direction with the fans following along happily. I think he’ll do just fine in the ACC and while there’s some doubt about wins and losses this year the fans recognize he’s going to get the team in the right direction and ignore the losses figuring next year is going to be a rebirth of Terps ball. Unfortunately we can’t say the same thing for football.
by DudleyDoright on Jan 8, 2012 10:10 AM EST up reply actions
We're a lot better
With Len and Pe; however, we’re no more consistent. Every time down the court something different can happen. That we have the talent pull up something great half the time is what will set us apart from the ACC’s bottom four, and alongside the likes of NCSU, FSU, and Miami. I predict a 8-8…or 7-9 slate.
by db0255 on Jan 7, 2012 10:20 AM EST via iPhone app reply actions
I dispute your constant reference to cupcakes
as mid-majors. MD has been playing bottom-of-the-barrel majors – low-majors at best.
It's just a throw-away phrase
I’m not really concerned about finding the line to draw between mid- and low-majors, and what the difference means. Obviously people know what it means when someone says “mid-majors”.
Although if we really wanted to get into this I’d argue that the only true low-majors Maryland played were UNCW, FGCU, the Mount, and Radford. I think the others probably qualify as legitimate mid-majors. FGCU might, too.
uncw
rpi is higher then the other ones you name and that help out alot .There rpi is 102 and our rpi is 99 with notre dame win today
by Andre' Mert Taylor on Jan 8, 2012 1:11 AM EST up reply actions
Hopeful
for a 7-9 ACC campaign. I think 8-8 is very possible if they can minimize turnovers and hopefully shoot the rock a bit better. 9-7 is a bit of a reach but I don’t think it’s completely impossible.
On the assumption that the ACC is at it's nadir
(with a generous population of cupcakes), and that MD is better than anticipated, 9-7 (at least) seems doable. After watching Duke stumble at Temple and UNC having problems as well, suddenly the Duke/UNC axis doesn’t appear to be quite as imposing as it did in November.
Umm....
Last time I checked, Temple was no “stumbling point” if a team lost to them. They are a legit basketball team, and I would not be surprised if MD lost to them later this month.
blasting out of the gate ...
Another excellent review Ben.. In my heart of hearts I can see the Terps blasting out of the gate, winning their first three ACC games. Fans will be jumping abuzz, but they will follow with 4-5 losses before finishing strong. They’ll make the ACC Tourney semi-finals and play in the NIT, based on the national drawing power that Stoglin and Len will have attained. Next year. Final Four.
One comment about expectations this season
I think everyone would agree that going into the season, we had low expectations for this team and we all recognized that we shouldn’t fret too much about our record because this was largely going to be a rebuilding year and what we wanted to see most was improvement and progress. However, at this point, we’ve all seen a glimpse of a team that can actually be successful. Not necessarily a team that will or should even make it to the big dance, but one that is respectable and we should expect something good out of. For that reason, I don’t think at this point I would be ok with a 5-11 or 6-10 showing in the ACC. That’s just too low for me given what I think this team is capable of now. At the beginning of the season, maybe I would have been fine with that, but not now. I think what will inevitably will happen is that we will lose a few games because of free throws and some bad turnovers, and we’ll all think that those were winnable games, not unlike the Illinois game. So our record in ACC might end up being 7-9, but I think we’ll end up seeing that as falling short of what could have been. I think it’s very possible and not something we shouldn’t expect that this team goes at least 9-7. The expectations at this point in the season are just too much different than they were at the beginning.
If we don't know...
I can assure you the rest of the ACC doesn’t know what to expect either. I expect upsets and dissapointments. Hang on to your seat, we’re in for a roller-coaster ride!
Great analysis Ben - truth is, who really knows?
I saw one post that suggested things may just play in line with the Gary teams over the last few years…..incredible moments with some aggravating loses. I get the feeling we could experience that too. Len and Stoglin can basically explode and take over any game, so you never know where a W could come from. At the same time, with stretches like the 1st half of the second half against Cornell, we could pretty much lose to anybody too! For sure though, our coach is passionate and so are our players, so they’re gonna be in a fight in a lot of these games. Instead of prediction, I’ll give you what it will take for us to make the tourney
8-8 in ACC with 2 wins over the combination of UNC, Duke, and Temple games
9-7 in ACC with at least one win over UNC/Duke/Temple and one over a second tier team (UVA/VTech/FL St/NC State)
10-6 in ACC with 0 wins over UNC/Duke/Temple
Any of the above and we’re in… add a loss to BC and it’s last four in or first four out.
Seems to me kind of like the last 5 years!!
What happened against Cornell could be the BEST thing that could have happened.
When a young, inexperienced team gets out to a big lead, it’s easy to become complacent. When most of these guys had a 22-point lead in high school (their last level of competition), very few of their opponents had the mettle to mount a comeback. That’s one of the many differences between college and high school.
Against ACC competition, I don’t expect too many 22-point leads. But if we get one, hopefully they’ve learned from the Cornell experience. Also, they’ve had many close games – and won all but the Illinois game – and will be able to draw on those experiences in ACC play.
If we’re one game on either side of .500 in ACC play, I’ll be pretty happy. That would probably give us a legitimate chance at an NIT berth.
I agree, a coasting twenty point blow out may have caused some complacency on the team. Also they had to manage with their two best players in major foul trouble. Something we will see more of I am sure in the ACC.
I think the loss of the lead was a calculated move..
…on MT’s part. He could have called a time-out; he didn’t. He could have coached them out of it or even attempted to do so. He didn’t. He taught them a more valuable lesson that they’ll remember long after the next few games.
r-hgr
I completely agree
Especially with a young team, the coach can’t bail them out of every problem they run into. It was a risky. but smart, move by Turge to let it play out and see what happens. It taught them that they can’t let off the gas pedal when they’re up and it will be a good lesson for them moving forward
I'm not sure
The ACC is pretty weak this year again. Only 4 teams will make it I think and 10-6 might not be enough. VT over the years consistently missed the tournament at 10-6. Last year they upset #1 duke and still missed the big dance. I wouldn’t trust the NCAA. I think 10-6 with two wins in our four games against duke/unc with a few acc tourney wins makes us a lock. anything else and I will be worried come selection sunday. I think we can do it if the team keeps their heads in the game for the entire 40 minutes.
by nhlnflnba18414 on Jan 7, 2012 4:16 PM EST up reply actions
Agree
Agree with your analysis of what will get us into the tourney. However, we will not get those three premier wins and I think we will likely go 6-10 in the league. However, I will remain hopeful!!
by A Brackish Water Turtle on Jan 7, 2012 6:56 PM EST via mobile up reply actions
4 games vs Duke/UNC...
The optimist in me says that we’ll take one of those four and go 7 – 5 in the remaining 12 games for a 8 – 8 record.
Anything over 6 – 10 and Turgeon will be worthy of high praise. A winning ACC record would place him in COY discussions (in my house anyway).
An NCAA tourney spot will likely require 10 – 6 with a win in the ACC tourney, and that’s an extremely tall order for this squad. To get there, we’ll need to split against Duke/UNC, SO LET’s DO IT!!!
GO TERPS!!!
Go Terps!
8-8
The Turgeon Factor can not be overstated. Watching this team has been fun so far because they continue to improve in areas of rebounding, defense and teamwork.
He seems to have managed Stoglin’s ego very well. We all know that our leading scorer will hold the key to success, and coach has gotten him to buy into defense and off the ball offense without alienating him. Not an easy task.
Len seems to be a natural leader by example. The sequence in the last game where he saved the ball and ran to the rim to grab a rebound and get fouled was awesome. You could see the team rallying around him.
At the beginning of the season, didn’t know what to expect, and I still don’t really. But I really like watching this team, they are developing a chemistry that is contagious.
+1
Turgeon is not going to let this team off easy…he will stay on them and make sure they give their best effort every night. That coupled with the fact that we have the talent, we are going to get better and better as the season progresses. I think anything worse than 7-9 would be a disappointing to me.
by nathan.w.ford on Jan 7, 2012 1:12 PM EST up reply actions
Nervous about tomorrow night.
One thing we have yet to see with this bunch is how they play on the road in front of a hostile crowd. We have, legitimately, played three road games but in all honesty, although they were on foreign soil, they really weren’t “road” games. Neither of those three games was played in front of a crowd that, as was pointed out on a recent telecast, cost us 8-10 points.
That being said, I really don’t have any predictions about tomorrow night’s game; I wouldn’t be surprised if we won by a small margin or get blown out of the building. I understand what I’m saying might not be perceived well by most fans on this board, but I’m trying to be realistic. Tomorrow night will be the first true test of how Len and Faust can handle a big-time rival in a hostile environment. They’re going to get a lot of minutes so I’m really anxious to see what we can expect of them when they’re in a different situation than what they’ll experience at Comcast. My only beef with our schedule so far is that we haven’t really played a true road game; hope I’ve made my point with some validity.
My two biggest questions:
How is Maryland going to do against the trap? against the press?
And, how is Maryland going to do in half court offense against a good defense?
Agree
Have we had another game that the three quarter trap caused us as much headache since MVPe and Len returned? I don’t recall.
by A Brackish Water Turtle on Jan 7, 2012 7:00 PM EST via mobile up reply actions
Don't look now...
But GT is giving Duke all they can handle. I am not impressed with the Blue Devils’ big men at all.
the problem isn't completely the big men's fault
the lack of a pure PG getting heavy minutes (Quinn Cook could be that guy for them) doesn’t help their offense. Seth Curry is a steady eddie type of guy, but he’s not a pure 1. Those bigs need a pure 1, or at least, a polished guy like Nolan Smith, to help feed them.
That said, the only legit big man there that can be trouble is Mason Plumlee. Miles is more of a hustle guy anyways, and Ryan Kelly is a 3 in a 4’s body.
Wake
Wake just beat VA Tech 58-55
by Fear the TurGle on Jan 7, 2012 2:01 PM EST via mobile reply actions
maybe Wake isn't as much of a gimme is everyone thinks
or maybe VA Tech is just terribly coached every year
as much as I think Seth is a hot head
he can coach. Although I did delight just a bit after seeing him “glow” w/ Dickie V after the Carolina upset last year that made Dickie V say they were going to the dance, and then later not even get in the tourney.
He’s a 2 time ACC COY – but I still like your cheap shot at SG – he he he
"A new era has dawned in Maryland Athletics..."
I agree that
he’s really not a terrible coach. But they do seem to under-perform with some legit talent each year, but obviously nowhere near the epic legend of Sid Lowe
Maybe
But they just lost to Wofford the game before….guess it was a wake up call…maybe your right.
Clemson looked pretty good at home vs. FSU
There are several teams with new coaches rebuilding this year. UVA was supposed to be good this year, but they just squaked out a W at home against Miami. GT gave UNC all they could handle as well. A 6-10 record for us would be the lowest I think we’ll do.
by Snappin Terp on Jan 8, 2012 12:44 AM EST up reply actions
You mean
GT gave Duke all they could handle..
by Timothy Bowen on Jan 8, 2012 12:49 AM EST up reply actions
I'd say
the floor is 0-16 and the ceiling is 16-0. That’s just me.
by brianblack on Jan 7, 2012 2:31 PM EST reply actions 2 recs
the floor is 16 inches and the ceiling 16 feet? hmmm
lol
"A new era has dawned in Maryland Athletics..."
Does that qualify as “the sky is falling!”?!?
by A Brackish Water Turtle on Jan 7, 2012 7:02 PM EST via mobile up reply actions
im fairly sure that everyone, including us, is undervalueing Len
He may well be the best 4 in the ACC. Yes i know he is playing the 5 but he is a true 4 and next year with shaq, when he can play the 4, our frontcourt will be the best in the ACC. he is very very very similar to anthony davis and once he has as many games under his belt as davis (davis has like 14, len has 3) lens shooting game/outside game will start to appear like davis’ has.
Predictions
Using the over/under approach, if someone gives you an O/U of 7.5 wins this year, you HAVE to take the under, right? What if someone gives you 6.5? I think I take the over.
So, by that logic, 7-9.
Len IS Ubdervalued and MT is a great coach
MT certainly used the last set of games as a teaching tool. I think we win quite a few in the ACC and end up dancing. We have 4 effective bigs (OL, JP, AP & BW, 1 with immense talent and very few shots taken (OL), 2 with clear upside (JP & AP) with one that has improved steadily (JP) and quite frankly has SAT alot in these last few games. We’ll win quite a few games this year and storm into, not bubble into the dance.
I have faith in MT as a coach. He’ll win a lot of close ones and will have them prepared consistently. But he won’t go ten minutes w/o calling a time-out as a 20 point lead disappates.
The team is a runner. We’ll be seeing a lot of fast breaks (counter to what I expected up MT’s hiring). My predition is 11-5 in the ACC and yes, we take Temple in Philly.
I think the good times are coming a year early. And Len has surpassed all expectations.
Len:MT::Joe Smith:GW
R-hgr
Spell check.
and the big risk to having a huge season is SM’s ankle. That said, I think we will see an impact on the intelligence level of the team’s play from MT and MP AND NF will develop tremendously. We have seen flashes from both. Sustaining good play from the guards seems to be MT’s specialty so I have few concerns there.
Call me the optimist. I think, honestly, that years from now, we will look at OL’s first dunk as the beginning of a special era for MD BB and that this will be a memorable season.
r-hgr
IMO, this seasons success will hinge on
someone developing as a true floor leader. When Coach T did not call a time out during theCornell game, he said he wanted to let them work their way out of it. To me, part of that is someone on the floor gathering the team and being able to calm, direct, and lead.
This will take more than 3 games with the full crew. Before P and Alex, it was TS by survival default. Now they all have to work it out, and some folks are going to have to occasionally yield some power/ego and take on supportive roles to whomever is stepping up.
My 1st post, thanks for the opportunity. Great site!
Ben
As always, good article. As you say, we won’t know until the bell rings.
IDK! YOUDK! WEDK!
I Roll Wth Those That Roll With ME!!
“IN TURGEON I TRUST”
hey swagger
you have any recruiting news for us?
RIP Lennie Bias
Turgeon General, Fear the Turgeon, in Turgeon we trust.
Lesean is the "Real Slim Shady"
QB troy jones transfer coming!!
Franklin guy not feeling te love.
by SWAGGERTERP on Jan 7, 2012 6:06 PM EST up reply actions 2 recs
good to know
the guy didnt get many opportunities to do anything.
RIP Lennie Bias
Turgeon General, Fear the Turgeon, in Turgeon we trust.
Lesean is the "Real Slim Shady"
Seems to me the early returns on the ACC reveal that
most teams appear not too dissimilar in ability, with the possible exception of NC and Dook; and I’m not so sure about the latter. If this holds true, coaching will be paramount to success. Most are convinced, as am I, that we have a top shelf guy in Turge. He’s only had 3 games to blend in all the talent, so I expect that this year things will get better with experience. Like all are saying, we will know much more tomorrow night.
ND beat Louisville
If they can make a run in the Big East, this can help establish a good out-of-conference victory for us
true
However Louisville isnt that good this year, right?
by db0255 on Jan 7, 2012 7:30 PM EST via iPhone app up reply actions
trololol. i must be thinking of something else
by db0255 on Jan 7, 2012 8:07 PM EST via iPhone app up reply actions
ACC having a down year. Perfect Opportunity for the Terps to make a statement
Just taking a quick look at the results of the non conference slate and the first week of ACC play, I think its looking more and more dreadful for the ACC as a conference than in the last several years. Here are some key points:
1. What is up with FSU? Picked by some to finish as good as third in the ACC this year, they haven’t shown anything yet. They just got smoked by Clemson for 20 points. They have lost to two Ivey League schools and don’t have a decent win on their schedule. Their best game may have been an overtime loss to UConn. I predict they finish in the basement of the ACC and LeonardHamilton gets the boot towards the end of the season.
2. UVA defense stifling but beatable due to style. UVA escapes with a narrow win over Miami with Miami having the opportunity to take the lead and win the game on the last possession. The score was 52-51. In fact, the Cavs are 215th in the nation in scoring, 233rd in rebounds, ad 174th in assists. It will be interesting to see if they can get the same kind of stops against Carolina and Duke.
3. NC State might be better than people think. They a smaller more athletic team with one of the best snipers in the league. They may actually surprise some people as they have so much athleticism.
4. Wake, Clemson, GT, BC, (and perhaps FSU) are gonna be bad. Even though Wake got the big win against FSU, I think these are clearly the bottom 5 teams in the league.
Here are my rankings for how they finish:
1. UNC
2. Duke
3. NC State
4. UVA
5. Maryland
6. Va Tech
7. Miami
8. Clemson
9. FSU
10. Wake
11. GT
12. BC
Either way, I’m pretty excited about our chances this year. Much more so than when we were looking at 7 scholarship players. I think Turge has done a great job winning the games we are supposed to win. I think we get a couple of surprise wins against teams like UVA and Duke along with a lone shocking loss to one of the aforementioned bottom dwellers. Predicting we go 10-6 in the league and make it to the dance!!!
The writers predict we'll finish 6-10, tied with Clemson
Let’s show them that writers don’t know crap!!! Go Terps.
by Snappin Terp on Jan 8, 2012 12:49 AM EST up reply actions
Md not contenders
Players still learning system/MT learning players/not enough shooters/inexperience inside…
Going to watch to see improvement and dream what may be next year!
by 7YearGrad on Jan 7, 2012 9:18 PM EST via mobile reply actions
I think we'll win 6 or 7 games
I haven’t seen Alex play so that this is something of a shot in the dark. I just think we’ll be rough at times for the first 5 or 6 games and then be much better over the remainder of the schedule. Unfortnately, the schedule is much easier in January than February. That said, a big unknown is how good Mark is as a motivator. Playing with emotion can overcome a lot of deficiencies.
I also agree with the previous comments about taking the long view. I think Mark is building a great program here and its been very enjoyable watching him do it.
In for a treat
If you haven’t seen Alex play then you also haven’t seen us with our full complement of players. I think you change your thought on how far off we are from being a good team after seeing how dynamic our team is now with two of our starters back. Just for good measure, here are our current numbers: We are 155th in the nation with 69.4 PPG, 89th in rebounding with 37, and 287th in assists with 11.2. The numbers are skewed though with all of the games that we played short handed. If you take the last 3 games we are averaging, 76, 39.6,16 in pts, rebs, and assists respectively. Now I know those games were against Albany, Samford, and Cornell, but they put us at 48th, 22nd, and 24th in the nation in those categories.
It’ll be interesting to see how good we really are. I think todays game with tell us alot about how good we are and what we can expect from this team this year.
Notre Dame
might end up being a great non-conference win for us… they just beat number 10 ranked Louisville and they already beat number 22 Pitt. If we can beat Temple, which has a win against duke, our non-conference resume will be pretty decent
Yeah, but the Pitt
game doesn’t look good anymore since they dropped out of the top 25 and lost again.
by Timothy Bowen on Jan 8, 2012 12:50 AM EST up reply actions
Today was a good day.
For Terps OOC wins that is. Notre Dame beats #10 Louisville (maybe a little overrated, yet on the road), and improves to 10-6, 2-1 in the Big East. Colorado wins again, this time over Wazzou, and is now 11-4, 3-0 in the PAC 12 (albeit, an extremely weak conference, outside of maybe Stanford). Perhaps two solid non-conference wins, and both without Pe’ and Len. Hmmm.
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