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I think it was Reynolds--but it could have been Tyson--in the post-game interview who said, "We were ready" when asked about a potential overtime. He said it with a steely look. I think they would have been ready.

There IS a palpable buzz. 😀

The problem is that it was a poorly and inconsistently officiated game. Both teams would have legitimate gripes.

What is this thing you call an important game??

I don't want to get too giddy. Because of the Gophers' thin roster, this thing could still collapse in a heap like when they told Gilligan he couldn't fly. But I will say this: how many times have we marveled at an opposing team who lost a key player or players and reconstitutes themselves on...

I think he'll attract a lot of talent to Iowa City, and I think they're going to be a handful as far as the eye can see.

Not to argue, but even after last night's loss, KenPom has Iowa at #18. Maybe they haven't been completely consistent, but they've had their moments, and they have good talent. I'd be surprised if Niko isn't hammering on the rebound differential today. Robert Vaihola ain't gonna be walking...

When they got down by one point late, that was a gut check, and they gutted it out.

One last thought. When Stirtz lined up that last shot, my soul left my body for an instant.

Great post. Toward the end, the Gophs were switching on everything, which freed Stirtz up not being guarded by Reynolds. Tyson isn't a bad defender, but he had trouble when he got switched on Stirtz. This is why Reynolds was the hero of the game--doubly for offense and defense. The other hero...

I think you meant to say elite.

The Johnson years were way less tense and stressful. 😁

This is poetry.

The word incredible is overused, but it's truly incredible how many head coaches the've had over the past several years and how short of leash they give them. Carroll is accomplished and talented, and if he can't do it, who could? I can't imagine they'll be able to attract anyone with anything...