Longhorn -- isn't that a steakhouse? ThoughtZ™

[RichZ]

1. After a frustrating first minute and a half during which neither team seemed able to score, Solo Ball opened the scoring for the night with a 3, which gave UConn the lead for good.
2. To me, the strangest stats from this game were 24 points, 7 Boards, 1 block and a steal from our center position. One of the rebounds, the block AND the steal came from Singare, who actually got to play 8 minutes! AND he actually got on the court in the 1st half!
3. Did I miss something with Mahaney? Came in, didn't even attempt a shot and it seemed like 2 minutes later, he was gone. I see from the box score he actually played 6 minutes. But other than Reed, none of our bench players saw much time.
4. The big story of the game was of course, AK's return. 21 points, 11 boards, 4 dimes, two steals and a couple blocks. Not a bad set of stats for the first game back from concussion protocol.
5. Liam McN only had 7 points, but his 9 rebounds were 2nd on the team, and he also chipped in 3 dimes.
6. Solo added 16 points and had a very strong 1st half -- especially from deep.
7. We led from start to finish, and really put the game out of reach before halftime. Although TX narrowed the gap after halftime, they never seemed able to get within single digits.
8. Diarra only scored 5 points, but had a personal high 11 assists to go with 4 boards and a steal.
9. The Huskies shot 52% from the field, due in no small part to 12 of 15 from our centers.

 

[Kenny11]

I'm very sure that Samson had a block. Blocks seem to be something that the statkeepers often mess up on.

 

[HuskyHawk]

Didn't miss anything on Mahaney. Bad matchup for him. No way he could stay in front of those guards.

Team was solid all around. Everybody looked more active on offense, the ball moved much better. Some miscommunication but not as much as prior games. Defense was a lot better overall, less gambling, more emphasis on making shots more difficult. Rebounding was solid, with Reed doing his usual work, but Liam really going after it as well.

Alex had a great game but also seemed to run out of gas. I think Stewart needs a few more minutes because (a) he's good and (b) Alex really is better when fresh and rested. My sense of this one is that Dan really, really, needed this win and had an unusually short bench as a result.

 

[Hans Sprungfeld]

1. We led from start to finish, and really put the game out of reach before halftime. Although TX narrowed the gap after halftime, they never seemed able to get within single digits.

This is a serious question for anybody to answer. It's not any kind of gotcha.

In this game and another one over the weekend,vI heard announcers say that a team had gotten "within 10 points" at a point when the margin was exactly 10 points.

Is that accurate? I thought in both cases that ”within 10” would be 9 or fewer.

When I consider that whittling a lead down to a single point might be termed "getting within 1," which would make my prior supposition wrong, and the announcers right.

So, is a 10-point deficit "within 10," meaning that a team can tie the game if it makes up 10 more points?

I'm looking to be educated, not to claim that I'm right, and the announcers don't know what they're talking about. But I now suspect I've been wrong. It doesn't matter, really, because I'll just start saying, "They've gotten the deficit down to single digits," but I'd like some confirmation. Thanks in advance.

 

[Blakeon18]

Texas Longhorn Steakhouse does exist. Don't know how widespread it is. Up here in
the Adirondacks there is one in Plattsburgh...popular...people I know who go to
the city to shop often go to that restaurant.

 

[Jaydumo20]

This is a serious question for anybody to answer. It's not any kind of gotcha.

In this game and another one over the weekend,vI heard announcers say that a team had gotten "within 10 points" at a point when the margin was exactly 10 points.

Is that accurate? I thought in both cases that ”within 10” would be 9 or fewer.

When I consider that whittling a lead down to a single point might be termed "getting within 1," which would make my prior supposition wrong, and the announcers right.

So, is a 10-point deficit "within 10," meaning that a team can tie the game if it makes up 10 more points?

I'm looking to be educated, not to claim that I'm right, and the announcers don't know what they're talking about. But I now suspect I've been wrong. It doesn't matter, really, because I'll just start saying, "They've gotten the deficit down to single digits," but I'd like some confirmation. Thanks in advance.

I expect this only from you and I love it. Here's my take:
If I were to choose I'd side with you on the 9pt thing.
If we think directionally- the use of within, as meaning physically inside- like the
Ketchup within the bottle- would not be counting the bottle itself and this would point to the ketchup as the 9 point or lower differential and the bottle itself being >10 or =10 point differential.

Or....within could be used externally like "within" arms reach. Here it would be a ten point game. The ultimate goal being to make physical contact with the other person, or, in our case, tie the score up.

If my wife read this she would think that I am 'within' the realm of being certifiable

*Unrelated: since you love language try to find the interaction between Jerry and Elaine as they discuss whether or not Jerry was invited to Tim Watley's party. They debate the emphasis on certain words to determine whether or not Jerry was welcome at the party. A change on the syllabic emphasis of the word changes the meaning of the sentence in 3 different ways. Its pretty fascinating

 

[Horatio]

Longhorn Steakhouse is 8-10 minutes away from me. It’s my escape from the wife and kids. I sit right next to the bar. Outlaw Ribeye, mashed potatoes, Asparagus. Extra onions and mushrooms. Total peace. Don’t judge me. Team is getting better. Go Huskies.

 

[StllH8L8ner]

Longhorn Steakhouse vs Outback Steakhouse are the choices. Where are you going?

I’ve become a bit of a steak snob so I haven’t been to either in a while, but the bread at Outback was always phenomenal and the Bloomin Onion is near the top of the “Worst Things You Can Eat” list in Men’s Health Magazine every year.

 

[Iluvsuebird]

Longhorn. Easy choice. Team looking better. More stout defensively. Keep grinding.

 

[dannyHAM]

Longhorn Steakhouse vs Outback Steakhouse are the choices. Where are you going?

I’ve become a bit of a steak snob so I haven’t been to either in a while, but the bread at Outback was always phenomenal and the Bloomin Onion is near the top of the “Worst Things You Can Eat” list in Men’s Health Magazine every year.

If those are the only two options I think it’s longhorn and by a WIDE margin.

 

[Kolumbo]

We led from start to finish, and really put the game out of reach before halftime. Although TX narrowed the gap after halftime, they never seemed able to get within single digits.

18 point halftime lead
15 point lead: 73-58 with 4:04 left
8 point lead: 73-65 with 1:15 left
Texas made 4 three throws a three ball over those 3 minutes which was a little too close for comfort. A little nit-picking but gotta close these games out.

Is that accurate? I thought in both cases that ”within 10” would be 9 or fewer.

I would say that technically, within would mean less than 10. In sports I would say that it means less than or equal to. Such as within striking distance. If you are within 10 points, score 10 to tie. Just my opinion.

Checking with Merriem-Webster, I think the announcer may be OK

2—used as a function word to indicate situation or circumstance in the limits or compass of: such as
a: before the end of
gone within a week

b (1): not beyond the quantity, degree, or limitations of
live within your income

(2): in or into the scope or sphere of
within the jurisdiction of the state

(3): in or into the range of
within reach, within sight

(4): used as a function word to indicate a specified difference or margin
came within two points of a perfect mark, within a mile of the town

 

[husky429]

Longhorn Steakhouse vs Outback Steakhouse are the choices. Where are you going?

I’ve become a bit of a steak snob so I haven’t been to either in a while, but the bread at Outback was always phenomenal and the Bloomin Onion is near the top of the “Worst Things You Can Eat” list in Men’s Health Magazine every year.

Longhorn has the best meat of any of the big chaon steakhouses IMO.

However, I go to Texas Roadhouse because none of them are very good and the bread is awesome

 

[Kolumbo]

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[HCCForever]

If those are the only two options I think it’s longhorn and by a WIDE margin.

There is an Outback and Longhorn close to me on Merritt Island. Longhorn is the wise choice as Outback has gone downhill recently although I don't eat as much steak as I once did.

 

[HuskyHawk]

I haven’t been to Longhorn or Outback in probably 9-10 years. Back then, Outback was better for steak and Longhorn for other menu items. Longhorn had a grilled shrimp on skewers that was very good. My daughter liked Longhorn and there’s one in town so it was easy. I rarely order steak at restaurants. Prefer it unadulterated. No butter or other crap. Just a good cut grilled properly. Easier to do that at home.

 

[Chin Diesel]

Longhorn has the best meat of any of the big chaon steakhouses IMO.

However, I go to Texas Roadhouse because none of them are very good and the bread is awesome

Odd enough, this whole thread I was thinking Texas Roadhouse when I read Longhorn.

And is Ted's Montana Grill allowed in this convo??

I guess I'd go

Longhorn
Texas Roadhouse

Big Break

Outback???

 

[HCCForever]

Odd enough, this whole thread I was thinking Texas Roadhouse when I read Longhorn.

And is Ted's Montana Grill allowed in this convo??

I guess I'd go

Longhorn
Texas Roadhouse

Big Break

Outback???

Good addition. I haven't been there in years but others in my area suggest Texas Roadhouse when asked for the best steakhouses in my area. There aren't many high-end steakhouses in my area.

My localion's rank would be.

Texas Roadhouse
Longhorn

Big Break

Outback

 

[HuskyHawk]

Odd enough, this whole thread I was thinking Texas Roadhouse when I read Longhorn.

And is Ted's Montana Grill allowed in this convo??

I guess I'd go

Longhorn
Texas Roadhouse

Big Break

Outback???

Ted's Montana Grill is slightly upscale of these others in my opinion. I'm not sure where it falls. It's short of Capitol Gill, Ruth's Chris, Mortons, The Palm, Smith & Wollensky etc. Fogo de Chão is it's own category really.

 

[Palatine]

There are LongHorn Steak House locations all over Atlanta.

The quality varies greatly form location to location.

 

[husky429]

Ted's Montana Grill is slightly upscale of these others in my opinion. I'm not sure where it falls. It's short of Capitol Gill, Ruth's Chris, Mortons, The Palm, Smith & Wollensky etc. Fogo de Chão is it's own category really.

I agree... Ted's is kind of a mid-range.

I'm getting to the point in my life where I'm not sure steakhouses are worth it. The cost is absurd, and I can do just as well or better with my sous vide and a cast iron for a third of the price. My old neighbor was an upscale chef and bartender and helped me really nail my steak cook a few years ago.

 

[Martin84]

Texas Roadhouse has gone downhill where I am although we sometimes order biscuits/rolls to go. When Longhorn’s kitchen is running well you can get a decent meal. Plus we get 25/50% off depending on the manager on duty. Our daughters are part time servers there. Shrimp is always good. You can order the Parmesan crust on almost anything. The new lemon chicken is good.

 

[Excalibur]

I'm very sure that Samson had a block. Blocks seem to be something that the statkeepers often mess up on.

His block was recorded.

 

[superjohn]

Guga loves Longhorn...

 

[Inyatkin]

This is a serious question for anybody to answer. It's not any kind of gotcha.

In this game and another one over the weekend,vI heard announcers say that a team had gotten "within 10 points" at a point when the margin was exactly 10 points.

Is that accurate? I thought in both cases that ”within 10” would be 9 or fewer.

When I consider that whittling a lead down to a single point might be termed "getting within 1," which would make my prior supposition wrong, and the announcers right.

So, is a 10-point deficit "within 10," meaning that a team can tie the game if it makes up 10 more points?

I'm looking to be educated, not to claim that I'm right, and the announcers don't know what they're talking about. But I now suspect I've been wrong. It doesn't matter, really, because I'll just start saying, "They've gotten the deficit down to single digits," but I'd like some confirmation. Thanks in advance.

This is like the question of whether a baseball team has batted around if all nine players come up to bat in an inning, or if such a feat requires one player to hit twice in an inning, ergo, at least 10 batters step to the plate.

I think it's the former, but others disagree.

 

[Kolumbo]

This is like the question of whether a baseball team has batted around if all nine players come up to bat in an inning, or if such a feat requires one player to hit twice in an inning, ergo, at least 10 batters step to the plate.

I think it's the former, but others disagree.

I never heard that debate before but interesting. I was with you, but it seems the first batter must bat again. Now I wonder, what if the number 9 batter gets a base-hit but is thrown out trying to stretch a single into a double. Base hit, but I guess it would not be batting around since #10 never got to bat.

I'll catch a lot of flak for this, but I think if you are rating something on a scale of 1 to 10, the middle ranking would be 5.5.