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Texas 67 Colorado 56: One Interesting Stat Line
Posted by srr50 on March 11th, 2009 under Basketball
Dexter Pittman: 27 minutes 26 points, 10 rebounds, 2 assists, 2 blocked shots.
Pittman was 9-13 from the field – including two missed chippies at the end when he was clearly tired, and 8-12 from the free throw line. He brutalized Colorado down low.
The thought of Pittman going through another summer with Todd Wright, combined with the elite incoming talent and the returning players from this squad makes the frustration of this year almost — almost — worth going through.
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Luke commented on the blog post First Round: Clemson Tigers 1 hour, 5 minutes ago
Prescient comment, Doc.
I think we learned today that no team is really a mirror image of Missouri, even if Clemson is about as close as it gets. Unless you have significantly better/more talented athletes, if you try to run with the Tigers, you will lose. This team is so much fun to watch in games
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srr50 commented on the blog post March Madness Open Thread Part Deaux 1 hour, 19 minutes ago
Good to see that Tom Penders still believes in the weave offense. Maryland finally figured out that if you pass quickly, the middle is always open.
37-29 Maryland late in the first half.
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Luke wrote a new blog post: Previewing Jimmer and the Cougars 1 hour, 20 minutes ago
Kansas State is going to be under a lot of pressure tomorrow night in primetime at the Ford Center.
Not only are the Wildcats the favored #2 seed going against #7 seed BYU, but if the Wildcats lose, they may sentence hundreds of boys to nonstop harassment from all the kids who think that “Jimmer” was
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Ibas water bottle wrote a new blog post: Georgia Tech post mortem 1 hour, 32 minutes ago
We came up short.
Credit to Georgia Tech they worked the ball inside where they had the advantage and played great D on the perimeter. Matt Pilgrim is the most athletic big man we’ve had in years around here and he was irrelevant. When we tried to drive they collapsed like Chris Farley on a
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Phenomenal Smith commented on the blog post First Round: Clemson Tigers 2 hours, 8 minutes ago
Doc, the turnovers seemed to do the trick – there were great big chunks of time when Mizzou didn’t even have to get into a half court offense.
Great to see Ramsey have such a good game and pretty stifle Booker. As Euclid said during the game, even when Mizzou doesn’t play well
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dick commented on the blog post Barnes worst team 2 hours, 47 minutes ago
“Also because those other teams gave great effort almost every game. This team’s effort was questionable. Dumb and lazy, not a good combo…..”
This is what made this season so bizarre for me. This has never been a problem for Barnes’ teams. But I actually questioned this team’s heart and desire to play together
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srr50 commented on the blog post March Madness Open Thread Part Deaux 3 hours, 1 minute ago
Travis Ford spent the 2nd half channeling his inner Rick Barnes — lot’s of standing around on offense while one player tries to generate something off a ball screen — then taking a forced shot.
So the Big 12 goes 5-2 in Round One.
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skymonkeyhorn commented on the blog post Barnes worst team 3 hours, 5 minutes ago
This is the worst coached team ever in Barnes era. Period.
Worst defense over the whole season,
Offense sucked big time and the bench coaching was horrible, ransom’s attitude was better then the coach’s overall this season.
Trips write up pre and post better then the game plan and O schemes.
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srr50 commented on the blog post March Madness Open Thread Part Deaux 3 hours, 9 minutes ago
advertisers think they will probably get some deals for the additional 32 games that would be added. The feeling is that an ESPN would disount rates somewhat, since they already have a dual revenue stream — advertising dollars and subscription fees.
It’s all about content for ESPN — even mediocre content.
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dick commented on the blog post FLV March Madness First Round Bets 3 hours, 11 minutes ago
a great first round of the tournament from an excitement standpoint, very mediocre from a gambling standpoint.
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srr50 commented on the blog post March Madness Open Thread Part Deaux 3 hours, 27 minutes ago
Ga. Tech — last in the ACC in free throw shooting at 64% — 13 for 13 tonight.
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srr50 commented on the blog post March Madness Open Thread Part Deaux 3 hours, 36 minutes ago
A poll of media buyers from the major agencies overhwhelmingly showed that advertisers believe that the NCAA will expand, and the tournament will join the BCS on ESPN.
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whiskey wrote a new blog post: The week in news- Pariahs, Malcontents and Power Hour 3 hours, 39 minutes ago
In the midst of March Madness, St. Patrick’s Day, house guests, nice weather outside and a host of other distractions I still managed to come across quite a few interesting college football stories this week. Here we go.
Mike Leach and Craig James were apparently in the same room this week and nobody wrestled. Bummer. Leach
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srr50 commented on the blog post March Madness Open Thread Part Deaux 3 hours, 51 minutes ago
Anderson finds out what going to the paint is like when there is a big who knows how to defend the low block.
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srr50 wrote a new blog post: March Madness Open Thread Part Deaux 4 hours ago
So far on Day Two, no buzzer beaters, but there was the obligatory #12 over #5 with Cornell thumping Temple 78-65, but the Ivy League school was everyone’s “inside” pick for an upset. Still the day hasn’t come close to generating the action that Thursday had.
Today
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Patrick Bateman commented on the blog post Barnes worst team 4 hours, 25 minutes ago
I wasn’t trying to say they quit. They just didn’t play hard a lot of the time. Lazy = lack of effort. Example, our transition defense was about 75% effort and 25% stupidity. We loafed down court a lot. The kids didn’t like to lose so they would fight back,
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Patrick Bateman commented on the blog post Barnes worst team 5 hours, 58 minutes ago
This the most disappointing team because our talent level is higher than those others.
The DGib/Buckman team was the least talented, barely, after the injury to LaMarcus and Tucker’s suspension.
Last year’s team was the hardest to watch. Just watching AJ Abrams, who I don’t hate as much as most, run around like a
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uthookem commented on the blog post Barnes worst team 6 hours, 4 minutes ago
Agreed on Damo being my favorite Longhorn basketball player, I wish him all the best.
This was definitely the worst, by far.
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Trips Right commented on the blog post Texas Hoops vs. Wake Forest: Post Mortem 7 hours, 18 minutes ago
Don’t have time to address each and every comment now, but I wanted to say thanks to everyone for contributing to the site this season. It’s made it a lot of fun to follow a team that’s tough to watch at times.
Also, I wanted to thank you for the kind words as
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Hiphopopotamus commented on the blog post Big Dance: Day Two 7 hours, 19 minutes ago
And that’s all she wrote…relatively boring day so far. A&M out to a nice early lead.
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Art Vandelay commented on the blog post Texas Hoops vs. Wake Forest: Post Mortem 7 hours, 22 minutes ago
Trips,
Great work all year long. Love the passion. The fact that you kept writing these (even around the birth of a child), is fantastic, shows your commitment, and is a little freaky. :-)
I think you showed great restraint in this post. It would have been easier to “go off” on Barnes.
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ghostofagroundgame commented on the blog post Barnes worst team 7 hours, 22 minutes ago
Second awesomest thing — Magnus gets his woman to go to Hooters with him.
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Hiphopopotamus commented on the blog post Big Dance: Day Two 7 hours, 29 minutes ago
Missouri going to hang on…
Sconsin clinging to a 2 point cushion
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BrickHorn commented on the blog post Barnes worst team 7 hours, 42 minutes ago
Are there any women who are not skanks at any place on 1960?
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Hiphopopotamus commented on the blog post Big Dance: Day Two 7 hours, 43 minutes ago
Make that a 1 point Wofford lead with 4+ to play…
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Hiphopopotamus commented on the blog post Big Dance: Day Two 7 hours, 50 minutes ago
Pitt rolling Oakland.
Purdue holds on against Siena…I missed it in my bracket, but I’m actually happy for them.
Missouri pulling away from Clemson (68-60) with 7 to play…knew I should have never bet on Oliver Purnell, even if it was against this Missouri team.
Amazingly, game of the day so far might be Wisco/Wofford – 2
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ghostofagroundgame commented on the blog post Barnes worst team 7 hours, 53 minutes ago
I ain’t talking about the girls Brick.
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BrickHorn commented on the blog post Barnes worst team 7 hours, 56 minutes ago
The girls don’t wear jorts at Hooters. They dress like Richard Simmons.
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ghostofagroundgame commented on the blog post Barnes worst team 7 hours, 58 minutes ago
That, by the way, was the best thing that’s come out of this basketball season. Knowledge of Magnus’ intimate familiarity with the service and cut-off threshold at Hooter’s as compared to BWW3. Hooter’s — worse food at a higher price than a titty bar, served with jean shorts, cheaper beer, and more stretch
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Blake Stansbery commented on the blog post Arkansas Razorback Football Spring Practice Preview: Running Backs 8 hours, 23 minutes ago
Who thinks that one back could step up and be the go to this year?
I still think it is going to be a by committee approach, but someone could separate themselves this spring. You just never know.
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dick said:
March 11th, 2009 at 2:39 pm
If we get to the 2nd weekend this year, it will be on the back of Big Dexy.
Ecurbmanchild said:
March 11th, 2009 at 3:17 pm
“Big Dexy” has been a season long disappointment. One game doesn’t change that. However, I agree that next year looks a lot brighter.
Scipio Tex said:
March 11th, 2009 at 3:26 pm
Ecurbmanchild brings us our Stupid Take of The Day.
Steve Nebraska said:
March 11th, 2009 at 3:56 pm
To be fair, you’d have to admit that Dexter’s been missing “chippies” all season long. It’s something he’s had issues with all season.
Facebook User said:
March 11th, 2009 at 3:57 pm
Steve – The bigger point is he’s a puppy growing into his feet and he has never been able to play extended periods. He’s just now getting experience and gaining body control. I like the potential.
Mysterious Package said:
March 11th, 2009 at 4:45 pm
Gary Johnson needs to quit spazing out like Damion James. They both have zero control and act like they are supised whenever they get the ball down low. I keep making excuses for them but Gary is just not effective enough for my confidence.
ctex80 said:
March 11th, 2009 at 4:51 pm
Dexy is shooting 61% from the field on the season. What percentage would blow your skirt up, Steve?
Bob in Houston said:
March 11th, 2009 at 5:09 pm
I think he’s had a heck of a season, but I could see where he could be shooting 70 percent with just a little bit more something.
hiphopopotamus said:
March 11th, 2009 at 5:11 pm
Texas has had their share of disappointments this year. Dexter Pittman is not one of them. Connor Atchley, on the other hand…
Chuck Nevitt said:
March 11th, 2009 at 5:47 pm
“Connor Atchley, on the other hand…”
has been playing like a tall, lanky white bread from clear lake. oh wait…
Bartoncreek said:
March 11th, 2009 at 6:26 pm
Dex is close to becoming a dominant big man. The two assists were very impressive. He is keeping his head up, seeing where the double team is coming from and spinning away from it or finding the open man.
He can’t be guarded one on one on the block by anyone in college outside of the state of Connecticut. And I’d like to see if Thabeet could handle his strength with no help. So being able to pass out of double and triple teams and make them pay is huge for us next year.
Now if we could start getting GJ to do the same thing maybe we’d have something. He’s starting to make PJ Tucker look like a distributor.
Randy Brewer said:
March 11th, 2009 at 6:43 pm
Chuck. You are the mayonnaise calling the sour cream white.
CrazyJoeDavola said:
March 11th, 2009 at 8:36 pm
Gig ‘em, by the way.
Petey said:
March 11th, 2009 at 9:11 pm
Big Dex is raising his game.
Nero said:
March 11th, 2009 at 9:15 pm
If only Balbay could shoot threes. Heck, anybody. A sweet inside-outside two man game a la the Houston Rockets circa 1994 is very possible next year.
Kafka said:
March 12th, 2009 at 3:33 am
It is gratifying to see Dex do so well.
It would be better if he would usually set up on the right side of the lane (instead of the left). If he can hit a jump hook (preferably off the board) as soon as he gets the ball, it makes it very tough for the D to double him. Setting up on the right side means the D cannnot deny to the high side or Dex can just seal and present an opening for a pass to the rim.
By having a shot that he can shoot without footwork (just a slight pivot), Dex forces the D to overplay him to deny that jump hook from the lane. This makes the drop step to the middle much easier and faster to execute. It also makes the D much more likely to jump when he fakes the immediate hook from the lane. This makes it easy for Dex to draw a shooting foul by shooting the jump hook (after the initial fake) while the defender is still in the air.
The problem with setting up on the left side of the lane is that Dex usually has to get to the middle to shoot his shot. This takes so much time that it facilitates the double teaming of Dex. Dex is already drawing a bunch of double teams and it is just going to get worse.
Dex needs to work on his left hand a bunch so that he is comfortable with finishing at the rim with his left hand (including a very short jump hook shot).
Obviously he needs to get in better shape (get off the bike and on the elliptical). Maybe spend the summer in Colorado Springs and work out at the Olympic facility there to get the cardiovascular in better shape. He is an explosive guy already and when he gets in shape, he should be spectacular.
I’ve always thought the guy has a world of potential and that he just needed a chance to show what he can do. If Dex will pass out of double teams efficiently (which looks promising), Barnes can run his offense through Dex.
Vasherized said:
March 12th, 2009 at 8:40 am
Dex “getting in shape” was always going to be a long-term project. That’s straight out of Todd Wright’s mouth.
A lot of the work Dex does these days is just to maintain and improve flexibility now that the bad weight is off.
But maybe we should just fire Wright and give them all P90x DVDs?
I could have him looking like Dwight Howard in 30 days.
Once he can sustain playing 25 minutes per game I think we’ll all be pretty happy with the results.
ATXHornsFan said:
March 12th, 2009 at 12:04 pm
A really sloppy first half against K State. 12 turnovers.
Vasherized said:
March 12th, 2009 at 12:27 pm
3 fouls on damion. Now go sit until there’s two minutes left in the game to avoid that loss-quenching 4th foul!
Scipio Tex said:
March 12th, 2009 at 1:18 pm
19 points and 20 boards for Dexter.
Next up, Baylor.
Mack Tripper said:
March 12th, 2009 at 1:27 pm
Looks like Dexter scored the last 4 points in a 3 point win.
srr50 said:
March 12th, 2009 at 1:27 pm
This 3-day stretch is great for Dex. He is finding out what it really feels like to put in 20+ minutes back-to-back-to-back.
He may not be worth a damn at the end of the Baylor game, but it will give him real feedback on what he needs to do to be ready to physically take playing at the next level. It will also give him a true idea of what he can do at this level next year if he is in shape enough to go 25-30 minutes a game.
RRR said:
March 12th, 2009 at 1:36 pm
AJ – 10 shots in 2 days.
I feel SHOCKED!
hopefulhorn said:
March 12th, 2009 at 1:52 pm
I can see why a lot of you have remarked on how painful this team can be to watch. Some real talent mixed with brain-dead mistakes in shot selection, fouls and turnovers.