Center Court: Ben Ball (Michigan) Open Thread
by Nestor on Nov 20, 2008 5:00 PM PST
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PrintMichigan Wolverines at UCLA Bruins, Nov 20, 2008 6:40 PM PST
Let’s get it on.
How big is this UCLA-Michigan matchup tonight in NYC? Well it’s big enough that our friends from MGoBlog and Maize n Brew took note of it in midst of their Holy (tOSU) week.
As discussed all week, the Wolverines under their second year head coach John Beilein will be fired up to take on our Ben Ball warriors tonight. So here to JS, MR, AA2 and rest of their team-mates bringing their A game on DEFENSE:
Photo Credit: Jack Rosenfeld
For our notes on Michigan Wolverines please go here, here, and here. The tipoff is scheduled for 6:30 pm PST. It will be on ESPN2. You can also track it on our official site.
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Fire away.
GO BRUINS.
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SC took a 43-28 lead into half
but Seton Hall went on a 10-0 run to start the 2nd half and its a 5 point game.
by Ryan Rosenblatt on Nov 20, 2008 5:18 PM PST reply actions
Hello from MSG/NYC
Hey fellow Bruin fans,
Finally getting that rare chance to watch my Bruins live here in New York City. Just watching the Duke-SIU game and can’t decide whether I want Duke to win or lose. What do you all think? BTW, mobile posting from an iPhone seems to work. :)
Go Bruins!
I'm rooting for Duke
I’ve never hated Duke like a lot of other people seem to and I’d rather us get the tougher test (and RPI boost) should we win.
by Ryan Rosenblatt on Nov 20, 2008 5:32 PM PST up reply actions
Hmmmm
As a College Basketball fan, I’m rooting for SIU. As a UCLA fan however, I’m rooting for Duke.
"I always wondered why somebody doesn't do something about that. Then I realized I was somebody." -Lily Tomlin
by uclaisthebest123 on Nov 20, 2008 5:42 PM PST up reply actions
I hate Duke
Always have, always will. Something about them just doesn’t sit right with me, maybe the way they feel like they’re entitled to a top ten ranking every year
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As we get closer to tip can you let us know how many UCLA fans are there? I’m curious what kind of turnout we’ll have in NY.
by Ryan Rosenblatt on Nov 20, 2008 5:32 PM PST reply actions
great...I just realized I have
math tutoring half an hour into the game, at least I’ll have my blackberry
go bruins
O.A.
Watching the Pistons-Celtics right now
AA saw a lot of playing time last night against the Cavs with a very tough assignment: LeBron. Doug Collins reports that he did quite well, and his +/- of +12 (highest on the team) does back this up.
SC has a lot of athletes
but they’re not quite sure where to go and how to work together yet. It looks like chaos at times out there for them. You can see their potential, but also how far away they are from being a really strong team. They’re going to be interesting to watch as the year goes on.
USC- 53, Seton Hall- 51 :: 7:32 remaining
by Ryan Rosenblatt on Nov 20, 2008 5:41 PM PST reply actions
Duke leads S. Illinois by 5 with 10:36 to go
by Ryan Rosenblatt on Nov 20, 2008 5:42 PM PST reply actions
Not at all
and how did they manage to take a 5 point lead into half despite turning the ball over 17 times?
by Ryan Rosenblatt on Nov 20, 2008 5:49 PM PST up reply actions
Yeah
I have been channel surfing a bit. Seems like every time I was watching, the Salukis were taking it straight to the rack without facing any defense.
Duke doesn't have anyone in the middle
If they think Zoubeck (sp?) is going to be their force in the middle, they’re going to be in trouble.
by Ryan Rosenblatt on Nov 20, 2008 5:53 PM PST up reply actions
I have class from 6:30-9:30 tonight. Ah the life of a UCLA student :(
Hopefully, I’ll be let out early so I can catch the end.
When I was in school
Basketball took priorities. I had couple of those 6:30-9:30 classes too. IIRC they were history discussion sections. I left in the middle off those classes few times because I told the professor flat out … had to go to Pauley.
Preach it brother
I feel the same thing.
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UCLA fans here in MSG
Hey ryebreadz,
I’m sitting here with Bruins from the UCLA Club of New York, I think 150 tix were sold. Seems like Dukies have the most fans here based on cheers. Will update you on # of Bruin fans after the UCLA-Michigan game starts.
Go Bruins!
by Bruin1996 on Nov 20, 2008 5:50 PM PST reply actions 1 recs
Duke always has a strong showing in NY
Thanks for the updates
by Ryan Rosenblatt on Nov 20, 2008 5:51 PM PST up reply actions
I am watching
Sarah Palin give an interview during “Turkey Pardon” press conference in Alaska, while right behind her Turkeys were getting Fargoed! LMFAO.
A great game in Puerto Rico
SC trails Seton Hall by 3 with 15 seconds to go, but has the ball
by Ryan Rosenblatt on Nov 20, 2008 5:59 PM PST reply actions
Holy Fake Tan, Batman!
He-Who-Shall-Not-Be-Named is talking during the Duke game halftime show on my DVR right now…and man!, is he orange!
At least
It’s not slicked back -
But what’s up with that Junior High school stash?
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He's very OompaLoompa-like right now.
It’s the end of November! Who could possibly be THAT tan?
by Space_Monkey on Nov 20, 2008 6:33 PM PST up reply actions
Looks like
He’s got a map of Idaho on his forehead
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He may as well be.
What’s the acronym for What’s-His-Name on BN?
by Space_Monkey on Nov 20, 2008 6:06 PM PST up reply actions
SC gets a bucket with 5.8 to go
They trail by one and Seton Hall will inbounds after the TO.
by Ryan Rosenblatt on Nov 20, 2008 6:01 PM PST reply actions
Duke has pulled away from the Salukis
They lead by 19 with 5 to go.
by Ryan Rosenblatt on Nov 20, 2008 6:02 PM PST reply actions
Seton Hall made one and missed one
2 point game with 4.1 to go
by Ryan Rosenblatt on Nov 20, 2008 6:04 PM PST reply actions
Seton Hall wins it by 2
as Hackett missed the 3 at the buzzer.
The Pirates had 7 scholarship players available.
by Ryan Rosenblatt on Nov 20, 2008 6:05 PM PST reply actions
Hey
It’s ok. LA Times will have a glowing article on how the up and coming Trojan team shined against a Big East glamor team.
It's in Puerto Rico
the place will be empty for every game of the tournament.
by Ryan Rosenblatt on Nov 20, 2008 6:06 PM PST up reply actions
Stands are always empty
whenever JustSC basketball team shows up. No one cares except for the LA Times.
And
the little girls to see LIL Romeo play
by lil eg not cs on Nov 20, 2008 6:21 PM PST up reply actions
Does he?
Bust out a free-style rap when he scores a bucket?
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Direct quote from one of his songs.....
“After high school im going straight to the pros”
Looks like his plan might have slipped up somewhere
by lil eg not cs on Nov 20, 2008 6:44 PM PST up reply actions
Good to know
I thought our commenting options wasn’t functional yet for the mobile version of BN. Guess it’s different for iphone. Very cool.
The posting options aren't available on the mobile version
but you can open up the full site version on the iPhone and comment there.
by Ryan Rosenblatt on Nov 20, 2008 6:10 PM PST up reply actions
Look at it this way
If we win tonight, Dukee for all his faults will turn this into a Ben Ball informercial.
Getting excited seeing the Bruins warming up
Seems like a decent Bruin fan turnout so far.. Several hundred probably
Go Bruins!
what time is tip off?
I’m stuck with some work for a bit longer….anyone know when the game will start?
UCLA cheerleaders in the house!
Too bad I forgot my camera and the iPhone camera sucks.
Go Bruins!
remember guys, this season is all about development
More than half of our starters have never been regular starters before. And we depend a lot on freshmen for significant bench players.
Tonight could be a “schooling” in the wrong direction.
Maybe we get the Jrue Holiday breakthrough game … Go Bruins!
Have faith Brother Bruin
We can win this one….we will win this one.
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Seriously
As long as Beilein’s on the other bench I’ll be scared.
by Ryan Rosenblatt on Nov 20, 2008 6:41 PM PST up reply actions
Me Too
Young team. Road game. Against a D we’ve had trouble with before.
Let’s be realistic. We can win this game and until it’s over, I’ll believe that. But, we can lose it, too — and frankly, it will have no impact either way.
I want to come out of all this pre-season stuff with some chemistry amongst those who will play all year and NO injuries. Wins and losses are secondary to both in my mind.
sjh
taking one for the team
Better that he is on the ESPN set than attempting to coach a basketball team.
I'm a bit nervous too
this is killer though, i’m literally gonna get to see 5 minutes or so of the first half, hopefully im out for the end
O.A.
WHO THE HELL?
Who the hell voted Dicky V into the Hall of Fame – and what Hall of Fame might that be? The huge blowhards of the world? Worst announcers of all time?
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And, now we have that terrible blowhard. I know, Fox says turn it off. I would if I could get radio.
sjh
Los Angeles 1150 AM carrying the game tonight?
Normally on 570 AM, but the Lakers are also playing tonight and take precedence, I think. Perhaps you could get an online radio feed?
And predicitions out there?
I’ll go 68-64 Bruins
by Ryan Rosenblatt on Nov 20, 2008 6:44 PM PST reply actions
I am nervous
Have number of friends who are Wolverines. We have a great friendly rivalry and we have been commiserating this football season. I don’t want to lose this one!
2 fouls early
we can’t afford to get in foul trouble
by Ryan Rosenblatt on Nov 20, 2008 6:47 PM PST reply actions
Couple of weird
Fouls calls early…doesn’t seem like they’re going to let the kids play physically
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No call inside
While four Wolverines maul Aboya…nice.
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This officiating
is not conducive to Ben Ball defense.
by Ryan Rosenblatt on Nov 20, 2008 6:49 PM PST reply actions
No complaints about this start
9-1 with 15:36 to go
by Ryan Rosenblatt on Nov 20, 2008 6:51 PM PST reply actions
Wow
Couldn’t ASK for a better opening four and a half minutes – Michigan 000% from the field and 1 of 2 at the line. Bruins with HOW many rebounds?
Oh great, Jrue is a Diaper Dandy…
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As good a start as we could hope for
Besides the refs, we are getting excellent production from multiple players, and the defense hasn’t allowed a field goal yet. GO BRUINS!!
"I always wondered why somebody doesn't do something about that. Then I realized I was somebody." -Lily Tomlin
by uclaisthebest123 on Nov 20, 2008 6:52 PM PST reply actions
1st timeout 9-1 good guys
A’s to Keefe, Darren, Jrue
B’s to rest
AA stop bring ball down low after rebounds
Big ups to James, defense, drains 3, off rebound
Can you come grade my classes?
Youre very quick
by lil eg not cs on Nov 20, 2008 6:53 PM PST up reply actions
well im off to tutoring
this is tough especially after getting a taste of this game…I hope we don’t lose focus and do not let down
go brins!
O.A.
I like that Keefe is playing with confidence
That 3 was no hesitation. Asserting himself down low for position on rebounds.
2nd to, this is what we were afraid of
2 straight turnovers as we execute badly against their zone. Is school now in session?
last 30 seconds
Have not been good for the Bruins. I think they got a bit overconfident during the timeout
Time to keep playing our game, not theirs.
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The scoreboard is reversed on the front page
N, thought you should know it just said that Michigan was winning 9-1
Jrue showed up to play tonight
"I always wondered why somebody doesn't do something about that. Then I realized I was somebody." -Lily Tomlin
by uclaisthebest123 on Nov 20, 2008 6:59 PM PST reply actions
I know the zone is susceptible to giving up Rebs
But I really like the way we’re rebounding right now.
The difference is athletic ability is clear
If we can hold onto the ball and stay out of foul trouble we should be okay.
by Ryan Rosenblatt on Nov 20, 2008 7:02 PM PST reply actions
REBOUNDS
UCLA 11
Michigan 0
Can you be unhappy with that?
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What a stat
It’s amazing Michigan hasn’t picked up a single rebound nearly halfway into the first half.
"I always wondered why somebody doesn't do something about that. Then I realized I was somebody." -Lily Tomlin
by uclaisthebest123 on Nov 20, 2008 7:03 PM PST up reply actions
And they say
We don’t play defense well…
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to, 14-7 good guys, JRUE!!!!
JH makes big statement by rejecting Harris’ 3. Awesome defense by Jrue so far, and he’s hitting his shots.
Oddly, Josh is a bit shaky starting out.
T-shirt
My buddy and I are in the process of making a t-shirt. It will read “IT’S THE HOLIDAY SEASON” I’ll send images of the shirt when it’s completed next week. We’ll make it available to the Bruins Nation soon.
by UCLA Championships Made Here on Nov 20, 2008 7:03 PM PST reply actions
UH
HOW many seconds was the Wolverine in the paint for? They went from calling anything to calling nothing.
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We need to tighten up our offense a bit
DC has looked a little undecisive too … plus Beilein is mixing it up between 1—3—1 and man-to-man defense.
to, 18-12
Jerime continues to have problems at pg, can’t make a pass.
I worry that JA’s confidence is starting to suffer. We might be asking too much, too soon from him.
This will be a big issue long term for resting Darren.
Don't think so
I think JA is slotted for 4-7 mins this year.
RW didn’t get more than 9 mins his first year. I wouldn’t reach conclusions after watching few mins of our first nationally televised game.
Maybe, maybe not
Jrue Holliday is more of a PG than SG – if JA doesn’t come along then wouldn’t Coach Howland shift Holliday to our backup PG?
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Now THAT was a BS Call
Gibson charged
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Disagree
I don’t think Lee got there
by Ryan Rosenblatt on Nov 20, 2008 7:15 PM PST up reply actions
He realized what he need to do to get on the court
and he’s clearly put the work in. Good for him and good for us.
by Ryan Rosenblatt on Nov 20, 2008 7:17 PM PST up reply actions
Just getting ready for it early on
and enjoying him this season (same mindset I had for KL last year).
I love DC
but SHOOT THE BALL. He’s shot over 50% from 3 in back to back years yet he passes up open shots. I understand that he wants to initiate the offense, but we need him to score more this year. if he gets the open shot, he needs to take it.
by Ryan Rosenblatt on Nov 20, 2008 7:20 PM PST reply actions
I've never understood
Why a guy who can shoot like he can takes so few 3s. I would think it would make the rest of his decisions easier when they have to respect his shot.
This is what I was exactly referring to in my preseason post
He sometimes get a little too unselfish/indecisive.
Quick release
I wish DC had a quicker release, that will allow him to take more shots and not worry about them getting blocked. Even with his awkward release, it is very accurate.
by UCLA Championships Made Here on Nov 20, 2008 7:35 PM PST up reply actions
Name of game? Turnovers
We are outshooting them and out rebounding them. TO’s are the reason it’s close.
sjh
Michigan doesn't have any big guys of note
and they like to move side to side. Morgan isn’t in great shape yet and would struggle in this type of game.
by Ryan Rosenblatt on Nov 20, 2008 7:22 PM PST up reply actions
tightening up as expected
as competition gets better, it’s tougher for the frosh like JA, Drew and Malcolm. But Jrue seems to be very comfortable with this game.
Don’t see as much comfort in Josh or Darren yet.
I’d say Alfred has been pretty solid.
Last year
we attacked the zone with some lobs because their was only 1 guy on the back line; it helped that we had Love, Mata, and LRMAM. It looks like our guards are trying to do too much today, hence the turnovers.
by UCLA Championships Made Here on Nov 20, 2008 7:22 PM PST reply actions
How about Roll driving to free up Dragovic...
NICE!!!!!!!!!!!!
"I always wondered why somebody doesn't do something about that. Then I realized I was somebody." -Lily Tomlin
by uclaisthebest123 on Nov 20, 2008 7:24 PM PST reply actions
DC!!!!!
YES!!!! 10-point game!
"I always wondered why somebody doesn't do something about that. Then I realized I was somebody." -Lily Tomlin
by uclaisthebest123 on Nov 20, 2008 7:24 PM PST reply actions
the hell do they mean by 'hearing' anyway.
the DA either charges or doesn’t based on interviews and evidence. do they mean they will interview D next month?
WOW
Great couple of sequences on both sides of the ball!
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moving pick
Michigan big men move their screens every time
by RealisticBruinFan on Nov 20, 2008 7:25 PM PST reply actions
Everytime we try to pull away
Michigan reels us back in. They’re a much better team than the one we saw last year.
by Ryan Rosenblatt on Nov 20, 2008 7:27 PM PST reply actions
They are shooting 32% and we are killing them on the boards
Turnovers are the difference.
That’s probably to be expected with so many young players. Don’t find who has the turnovers in the box score I’m looking at. Anyone know?
sjh
Warts and all ...
No inside presence.
Lots of freshmen playing and making mistakes.
Not much from Alfred, Josh or Roll.
Darren has made several bad plays.
- James has played with energy and purpose
- Jrue is unbelievable; his first block on Harris set the tone for that match-up, has the guy even scored yet? Then his second block in the paint showed really quick ups!
Go Bruins!
Not much from MR?
You must be watching a different game. He has 4 rebounds and has been very active.
Agree re DC, AA2 and JS.
yup, forgot those rebounds! Good work, Mike!
But in the offensive sets, he had as much trouble as everyone making the right pass at the right time. Guess that’s what made the impression on me. It must be really tough to work against a really good zone!
Also, DC is too hesitant to fire his 3pt shot. He passed up several open looks.
not sure if anyone's mentioned this
but Texas Tech scored 167 points tonight. It was against some ridiculously bad school, but 167 points? That’s just absurd. I thought only their football team was high scoring lol
I don't know if you're aware of this
but he shot that one from behind the NBA three.
by Ryan Rosenblatt on Nov 20, 2008 7:48 PM PST reply actions
bad play by srs to start half
josh gets nailed for j right in his face
josh blows layup, then stuck underneath with nothing
darren absolutely drops a sure rebound
got to settle down
Michigan playing
inspired, but that will wear off.
I dunno
we’ve given them an opening. Now they have some confidence which is scary. We need to come out of the timeout strong.
by Ryan Rosenblatt on Nov 20, 2008 7:53 PM PST up reply actions
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