Gonzaga/Creighton | The Boneyard

Gonzaga/Creighton

Joined
Jul 10, 2015
Messages
1,454
Reaction Score
3,825
Does our big east fellow have a shot at the upset verse the undefeated Gonzaga?

I think this Creighton team plays better defense than people think- my major concern is Creighton’s depth- really only play 6 impact players. With that said, I do believe Gonzaga is beatable- although their guards are tough & grind- their bigs look soft- I actually think they should be playing the big Watson more- he brings toughness & a physicality that the other bigs don’t.

I saw way too many straight line penetrations to the basket by a short handed Oklahoma team last week that gives me concern about Gonzaga.
I think this game might be closer than what the public thinks- especially if Creighton can stay out of foul trouble.
 
Joined
Feb 19, 2014
Messages
4,355
Reaction Score
44,487
Oregon would have a better chance to upset gonzaga in the elite 8. Creighton will need to have the best shooting night of their season if they want to keep up with the zags
 
Joined
Aug 27, 2011
Messages
2,018
Reaction Score
7,544
I like Creighton's chances to pull an upset simply because of their composition and demeanor. They have a workmanlike professionalism that may enable them to pull the upset. Won't be easy, and certainly not an assured victory, but I would not write them off. Should be a fun game to watch.
 
Joined
Aug 26, 2011
Messages
2,918
Reaction Score
8,976
I'm rooting for Gonzaga. In any sport I always root against my peers.
 
Joined
Mar 29, 2013
Messages
1,522
Reaction Score
10,233
The Zags haven’t played a decent team since when? December? January? Don’t be shocked if this one is closer than it should be. But the Zags supposedly have 3 All Americans, so on paper this should be a 15 point plus win.
 
Joined
Jul 10, 2015
Messages
1,454
Reaction Score
3,825
I think the key for Creighton if they want to stay in the game they need to do their best to stay out of foul trouble & to keep the run out layups to a minimum.
 
Joined
Aug 27, 2011
Messages
16,466
Reaction Score
37,118
Gonzaga is really, really good.

I think Creighton has a respectable showing, but this game will probably be played in the 7-13 point range and never really in doubt in the second half.
 

storrsroars

Exiled in Pittsburgh
Joined
Mar 23, 2012
Messages
20,934
Reaction Score
44,850
Gonzaga is really, really good.

I think Creighton has a respectable showing, but this game will probably be played in the 7-13 point range and never really in doubt in the second half.
Line is Zags -13 currently. You should call your bookie!
 
  • Like
Reactions: THC
Joined
Aug 24, 2011
Messages
9,271
Reaction Score
30,553
Think the Zags are too good and too deep for Creighton, although I think Creighton will put up a good fight for awhile.
 

UConn_Top_Dog

"Your school wins games... WE WIN CHAMPIONSHIPS!"
Joined
Feb 7, 2012
Messages
1,262
Reaction Score
3,156
I have lost respect for their program after their shenanigans. Hope Creighton chokes.
 

JakeTheDog

Makin’ bacon pancakes
Joined
Apr 19, 2014
Messages
677
Reaction Score
4,788
It will probably be similar to the Nova/Baylor game last night. Creighton will stick around for a bit and give people some false hope but Gonzaga will pull away at the end of the game. Probably end up being around a 10 point win for the Zags.
 
Joined
Aug 27, 2011
Messages
16,466
Reaction Score
37,118
Line is Zags -13 currently. You should call your bookie!
I mean, that's basically where I expect it to end up. Usually there's a little inflation at the end when the losing team gives up.

The women's game yesterday was played in an 8-14 point range for most of the 2nd, 3rd, and 4th quarters, until the last 5 minutes when we put them away and the margin finished at 20.
 

Bomber36

Respect All, Fear None.
Joined
Sep 22, 2012
Messages
7,883
Reaction Score
17,540
It’s time for the Zags to prove they’re human. Creighton in a squeaker. I always root against the Zags. Have never been a fan of Mark Few, as good of a coach as he may be. Edit: I know, they don’t have a prayer.
 
Last edited:
Joined
Sep 6, 2011
Messages
13,241
Reaction Score
72,006
Creighton hasn't been scoring as easily in the half court this year as last year. I just don't see them scoring enough to hang with the Zags.
 

Bomber36

Respect All, Fear None.
Joined
Sep 22, 2012
Messages
7,883
Reaction Score
17,540
The first two minutes have been an ominous sign for Creighton...
 
Joined
Aug 25, 2011
Messages
16,699
Reaction Score
33,089
Creighton should be able to handle Suggs. Bouk prepared them. Also Creighton is in attack mode to the rim, should create foul problems for the Zag bigs.
 
Joined
Jul 10, 2015
Messages
1,454
Reaction Score
3,825
As I said on the first post- Gonzaga D not good- straight line penetration all day for Creighton.
 

Online statistics

Members online
353
Guests online
2,863
Total visitors
3,216

Forum statistics

Threads
159,831
Messages
4,207,163
Members
10,076
Latest member
Mpjd2024


.
Top Bottom