Texas exposed UCONN tonight

[Deadrody]

Be very physical with Stewie!! UCONN struggled to a team they absolutely destroyed last year. Baylor has owned Texas this season not even close. Depending on the game tonight with Baylor and Oregon State.. Which I think Baylor will absolutely destroy them tonight. My point is if UCONN plays like they did tonight in the national semis it will be a loss for my beloved huskies. I know UCONN is up but just doesn't seem like a typical UCONN performance. I'm quite nervous about the semis in Indy!!

Get a grip. They won by 20. Give Texas some credit for playing like an elite 8 team.

 

[Huskybass]

Be very physical with Stewie!! UCONN struggled to a team they absolutely destroyed last year. Baylor has owned Texas this season not even close. Depending on the game tonight with Baylor and Oregon State.. Which I think Baylor will absolutely destroy them tonight. My point is if UCONN plays like they did tonight in the national semis it will be a loss for my beloved huskies. I know UCONN is up but just doesn't seem like a typical UCONN performance. I'm quite nervous about the semis in Indy!!

You are wrong on both counts, UConn won by 21 and Baylor LOST. Apparently, you aren't any better at this than Charles Barkley. Texas was physical, and a decent team. Nevertheless, the outcome was never in doubt from the 2nd quarter on.

 

[meyers7]

Listen I'm new to the board I'm just stating my opinion no need to get all defensive it's ok guys!! Everyone is entitled to there opinion.

Exactly, so don't complain about other people stating their opinion of your opinion.

 

[mag 7]

I think UConn was exposed. Again. Exposed as the best team in the country. They were played physically, yet Stewie's numbers were really, really good. Moriah hit some 3s at opportune times and had a "good" game. Tuck was fearless and played an A game. Lou played the first 1 1/2 quarters like a very talented freshman. Nurse gave it all she had and gave a good showing. Gabby gave her usual spark off the bench. After Geno's time-out reminder to the freshmen both Collier & Lou were great. I was especially impressed with Napheesa tonight.

Yes, I think we were exposed. I did see some unusual letdowns at times it seemed which may have been the result of the physical play but all in all it was a good win, a commanding performance and another step closer to #4.

It was the Baylor game that was disappointing. I hated for Baylor to get beat... I wanted UConn to have the honors. I am not afraid of any of the other teams (nor was I of Baylor). I'm only sorry we have to wait almost a week for the next game.

Go Huskies!

 

[AdamOwe]

I'm at a loss for words. I wonder if Texas is celebrating their accomplishment?

A two seed only loses by 21 points, "do you believe in miracles"?

I never thought the outcome was in doubt, thought Texas did what they needed to do, still wasn't nearly enough

I don't think there's any question that Texas is proud of their performance and they should be. In the post game press conference, CGA admitted that he did not want his players to have to play the minutes that they did.

It's true that Texas didn't do nearly enough to win but they did manage to dictate the manner of play. I don't think another team did that this season.

 

[Henry]

I was at the game. Texas deserves a lot of credit. They played hard the whole game and caused some of our problems. That said, their defensive strategy seemed to be "whack a Stewie" and anybody else. Kia was thrown to the floor in the first half, no call. Lou came out of a scrum banged up, no call and we had countless drives to the basket where we were hacked and no call. Once we played zone, the foul calls stopped. Despite all of that, we beat a very good team by 21 points.

 

[Deadrody]

We got out hustled a few times in transition which is surprising, and didn't bother even putting a hand in the face of the shooters behind the arc (similar to how defended the 3 against Dayton last season) many times. Overall we brought our B game and still beat a #2 seed by 20+. I think Baylor is going to be a tougher game, as many have alluded that's the national title game.

I'd clarify that to say they brought their B game on defense only.

 

[Deadrody]

Listen I'm new to the board I'm just stating my opinion no need to get all defensive it's ok guys!! Everyone is entitled to there opinion.

Even when it's wrong!

 

[BroadwayVa]

Right!
Being exposed is winning by 20+ points - got it! I am knew to this english language!

I would say Uconn played their B+ game tonight and I thought Texas played really well - they got down by 20 but kept it together this year, unlike last year.

B Game??? Games like the Tx game sometimes it's the opponent and their game plan that causes Uconn (or any team) to not play their AA game. A good coach, and TX has a good coach, tries to set the tempo--and they did for the first half--when Collier and Gabby came in with fresh legs and great rebounding Uconn became the UConn you think they should be. But let us be fair, Uconn (while great) can't play their defense without leaving at least one player open--that's the weakness of "help defense"..

 

[RockyMTblue2]

I'll take "exposure" like that all next year!

 

[BroadwayVa]

Be very physical with Stewie!! UCONN struggled to a team they absolutely destroyed last year. Baylor has owned Texas this season not even close. Depending on the game tonight with Baylor and Oregon State.. Which I think Baylor will absolutely destroy them tonight. My point is if UCONN plays like they did tonight in the national semis it will be a loss for my beloved huskies. I know UCONN is up but just doesn't seem like a typical UCONN performance. I'm quite nervous about the semis in Indy!!

This is the Boneyard, you are allowed an opinion, unless it conflicts with an others opinion ---or a nitpicker cuts and pastes your words to change what your wrote. Welcome 1950.
My favorite year was 1872. Sure and begora

 

[Tonyc]

Im not worried about Oregon St. UConn is quicker and more athletic inside. UConn will be able to defend the 3 with Stewie up top and Tuck down low. Im really not concerned about UConn winning the rest of the way out. None of the FF teams have faced UConn this season. It will be an experience.

As far as Texas. They are a big physical team that played hard, hustled and shot the 3 great lost by 21. UConns defense will handle the perimeter and inside well I expect the Hammer to be in foul trouble as UConn is too quick and to athletic for Oregon St to handle.

 

[huskyd]

Be very physical with Stewie!! UCONN struggled to a team they absolutely destroyed last year. Baylor has owned Texas this season not even close. Depending on the game tonight with Baylor and Oregon State.. Which I think Baylor will absolutely destroy them tonight. My point is if UCONN plays like they did tonight in the national semis it will be a loss for my beloved huskies. I know UCONN is up but just doesn't seem like a typical UCONN performance. I'm quite nervous about the semis in Indy!!

I'm afraid you're "struggling" to come up with an original thought, Mike--a 21 point "struggle"? And as for your other idea that Baylor will "absolutely destroy" OSU, well, if UConn plays the Bears Sunday it will have to be outside in the parking lot as a warm up to taking on the Beavers inside the arena. One strike left.

 

[cferraro04]

Texas played its "A" game. They hit shots...lots of them...shots they didn't make against UCLA. They packed the middle making it a traffic jam everytime Moriah and our players tried to penetrate and dish. It was as if they declared the middle a war zone and UConn players were going to take casualties if they penetrated the "green zone". They also took away UConn's transistion game by playing their bigs off the line and across half court when UConn was at the foul line. They caught UConn sleeping a couple of times when they ran their players out after a made basket...a play obviously drawn up in their pre-game preparation (An easy adjustment once Geno and staff look over the game film). They did their scouting report and the players bought into it. Despite all of that they still lost by 21 points.

 

[UConn79]

It was tough to expect another near perfect performance after Saturday's game with Miss St. Yes we did not look our best at times, but Texas was no pushover. They played us well. Showing toughness and hustle. It was a good test and will give the coaches things to work on this week.

We did not play our A game and still won. Cannot say the same about the other 3 #1 seeds.

 

[HuskyBandDad]

The problem with the Texas game was the results of the Miss St game. You can not an will not win every game by 60 points. The expectations are just not realistic.

 

[vtcwbuff]

B Game??? Games like the Tx game sometimes it's the opponent and their game plan that causes Uconn (or any team) to not play their AA game. A good coach, and TX has a good coach, tries to set the tempo--and they did for the first half--when Collier and Gabby came in with fresh legs and great rebounding Uconn became the UConn you think they should be. But let us be fair, Uconn (while great) can't play their defense without leaving at least one player open--that's the weakness of "help defense"..

Collier had a good game but Williams had no impact - other than accumulating early fouls. Only 6 minutes of play, 3 points and no rebounds.

 

[Henry]

I see that the OP has already been beaten down so I won't add to that. Texas had a very smart game plan. They decided to play us physically and as long as the refs let it go they were fine which is what happened in the first half. They also ran up and down the floor all game something our opponents have not been able to do with us. And, they hit their shots at times. With all of that, we still beat them by 21 points.

 

[Carnac]

A Carnac Poll - Is there anyone here that does not think UConn will come ready to play Oregon State Sunday? (that sounds funny just hearing or reading that..........Playing Oregon St. in the FF semi's, when everyone had their sights and psyche fixed on playing Baylor).

Anybody think UConn will not come in highly motivated to get to the championship game? Anyone think that Oregon State is going to anoint themselves with some kind of magical fairy dust, or break out a secret "mojo" that they've been saving to use at just the right moment? Anybody think that UConn will come in with the mind-set that all they have to do is just "show up", and think that will be good enough to win the game? Expect to see UConn play the same game you've seen them play all year.

The Huskies collectively have had 1 team goal since the first day of practice back in October, to win another national championship. For the first time all season, they can see the finish line from here. This team has never been this close before.

I don't expect them to get this close, and somehow falter. The BIG 3 and company are going to play just as hard this game with as much intensity and resolve as they have at anytime this year.
Like Geno said last year during a final four pregame interview "If we were going to lose, we'd have done it by now". Believe this: Geno and staff will have them ready to play this weekend!!

 

[vtcwbuff]

The problem with the Texas game was the results of the Miss St game. You can not an will not win every game by 60 points. The expectations are just not realistic.

"Exposed" was a really unfortunate word choice for the OP title.

I don't think most people expected a 60 point blowout. Sagarin and Massey had the game UConn by 15-20.I think most of the "negative" the comments are aimed at some of the uncharacteristic play, particularly on the defensive end. UT actually led UConn in points off turnovers (14 to 1), fast break points (14-2), 2nd chance points (9-6) and they out rebounded UConn. That just doesn't happen when UConn is playing their "A" game defense.

A great shooting night was the only reason that the MOV was so large.

 

[PhillyCoach]

I have a little different take on the game. First, I was surprised that UConn did not start out (defensively) like a whirling dirvish. Also, I think the team was very relaxed, in fact, too relaxed. Those passes and getting beat on the fast break were unusual. My first thought was, "why is Geno playing this style?" It was a slow methodical pace. They did not press at all. It seems that Geno knew that each possession would take 25 seconds or more and UConn would score--UConn has a better half-court offense than Texas, so lets do it.
All in all, Geno also proved that even if UConn plays average or B level defense----NO ONE can out score the Huskies! A measly 5 points more each quarter turns into a 20 point win. I'll take it. On to Oregon State.

 

[winlots]

I suppose the case can be made that we were somewhat exposed.
But how about Baylor, Notre Dame, South Carolina, Maryland.

Now them thar's total EXPOSURE for you.

MSF: A tip o' the cap on that one.....and a tip of the baton as well, Maestro.

 

[winlots]

I think the result might have been a little more lopsided if they hadn't used professional wrestling refs.

CL82: And another tip on that one. Right on target. Sometimes I wonder what the zebras are looking at, or if they are looking at all. Brings to my mind that Sherlock Holmes, in one of his very first paragraphs, said something approximately like this to Watson: You see but you do not observe.

 

[winlots]

This is the Boneyard, you are allowed an opinion, unless it conflicts with an others opinion ---or a nitpicker cuts and pastes your words to change what your wrote. Welcome 1950.
My favorite year was 1872. Sure and begora

BROAD: you're on a roll today! Will check back for more later.

 

[winlots]

It was tough to expect another near perfect performance after Saturday's game with Miss St. Yes we did not look our best at times, but Texas was no pushover. They played us well. Showing toughness and hustle. It was a good test and will give the coaches things to work on this week.

We did not play our A game and still won. Cannot say the same about the other 3 #1 seeds.

UC: well said from the top...and your "bottom line" might be the most significant observation that any of us has made on this interesting thread thus far. Hopefully, that will prove to foretell the final chapter of the season.

 

[winlots]

MIKE: Hang in there. Your thread created a lot of interest. And that's what a forum of this sort needs. Illegitimi non carborundum.

 

[RSHERMVIKES]

Not "punish" but "coach" them. When I ran my teams into the ground, I reminded them it was conditioning not punishment. It usually occurred after a lacklustered effort.

MDoggie- - - You're totally right when I wrote after midnight I was in lala land! Of course I meant coach! Sorry 'bout that.

 

[baggerbob]

CL82: And another tip on that one. Right on target. Sometimes I wonder what the zebras are looking at, or if they are looking at all. Brings to my mind that Sherlock Holmes, in one of his very first paragraphs, said something approximately like this to Watson: You see but you do not observe.

For some reason Stewie is the only great player in college, man or woman who I have seen hacked many times and not get calls. It almost seems the refs feel if the make the calls they should, all of the games would be over before the half.

 

[vtcwbuff]

For some reason Stewie is the only great player in college, man or woman who I have seen hacked many times and not get calls. It almost seems the refs feel if the make the calls they should, all of the games would be over before the half.

Taurasi

 

[Icebear]

This is the Boneyard, you are allowed an opinion, unless it conflicts with an others opinion ---or a nitpicker cuts and pastes your words to change what your wrote. Welcome 1950.
My favorite year was 1872. Sure and begora

Part of being entitled to your opinion is, also, allowing others to hold their own opinion, as well, including pointing out why they think your opinion is factually wrong, ill-conceived, or poorly stated. I would note that Tina Thompson has had a positive impact on the post play of TX and that UCONN still out scored TX in every period and shut down every mini run TX made never being threatened significantly. Exposed not really but still some people always need to borrow trouble.

Plus despite Doris's perpetual second guessing only calls benefiting UCONN she failed to notice numerous uncalled instances of body fouls and knocking UCONN players off balance on shots, such as, on the play where Tuck went around Boyette and missed the underhand lay up. Boyette completely displaced Tuck with her body as Tuck made her scoop shot. Doris should stick to calling the game and leave the officiating on the floor or to the fans. Better yet, "Just shut up, Doris."