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Message: [QUOTE="WestCoast, post: 3381756, member: 10114"] We know that Oregon is #2 in the polls based upon making the Final Four last year and returning top personnel. That is typically how it works prior to conference season unless a favorite stumbles multiple times in the nonconference season, whether or not the schedule was daunting. Credit Oregon for being willing to play UConn away from Eugene this season. If Oregon isn't sufficiently prepared for PAC-12 play or to give UConn a competitive game, then feel free to criticize its nonconference schedule. If Oregon plays as well as expected the rest of season, then its nonconference season will have been what was needed to develop its frosh and to allow Moore to become a big part of its core as a new starter. I have a strong feeling that Oregon will be ready for a memorable battle with UConn on February 3. I will be rooting for the Huskies that day, but will not be surprised if the Ducks escape with a road win. [/QUOTE]