smokeyjoe wrote:
Man this should be our buzz....
If you really want to get back into the major scene this is the way to do it. Go all out. There was sooo muck buzz about this doubleheader.
GO RAMBLERS
While I'm not disagreeing with you that a double-header would be interesting, you're comparing grapes to watermelons. Last night featured four historic programs all with recent success, Hall of Fame coaches, and three players that have "once in a generation" type talent. You also had plenty of NBA personalities and media on-hand to scout these players. In addition to that, the current Bulls' roster features the following alumns: Nazr Mohammed (Kentucky) Mike Dunleavy, Luol Deng, Carlos Boozer (Duke); Kirk Hinrich (Kansas); and Derrick Rose (well kind of... Calipari/Memphis). While it would be nice to get Loyola back in the spotlight, I think we should be realistic about what kind of buzz a Loyola double-header could draw. A Loyola, DePaul, Northwestern, Illinois 4-pack would be great locally, but would not scratch the surface of last night outside the state.
Also, agree with 08. Last night was fascinating to watch. Four really great teams that could get up and down with elite talent making at least seven or eight "WOW" plays. Unfortunately, both games were turned into free-throw shooting contests for noticeable stretches and the best player on the floor all evening, Chicago native and Simeon's own, Jabari Parker fouled-out with four minutes to play. Totally ruined the aesthetic of the game and was a bit of a buzz kill. It will be interesting to see if the NCAA changes their tune because I can't imagine there are many in favor of keeping this up.