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Portland State 77 vs. Montana 70 Idaho 60 vs. Eastern Washington 74

I heard a rumor a playa was defecting from the gobc

It was frustrating watching the defense not account for Bolomboy. The 2-3 zone should have made it harder for him to get the ball (too many times he got the ball in space), and box him out (I don't know how often he rebounded the ball when there were three UND players around, but too often he didn't have a body on him). And overall the team needs better shot selection.

You ain't lying. They are TERRIBLE!

http://www.grandforksherald.com/sports/und-basketball/3918901-mens-basketball-und-hopes-beat-weber-state-first-time-joining-big-sky MEN'S BASKETBALL: UND hopes to beat Weber State for the first time since joining the Big Sky “We want to establish ourselves as a premier program,” said UND freshman guard Geno Crandall. “This is a great opportunity to do that. We know that if we play the right way and handle our business we can play with any team.” The team has high aspirations. Which I think is a good thing.

The ball is going to go thru the hoop. The team that does it best will likely win

Hopefully we can keep throwing bigs at Bolomboy and make him work for his. Would like to see Collins in more to use his athleticism and body to play more defense. Between Shanks, Collins, Cashman (hopefully), Avants, and Drick, they should be able to make him work some. Plus, he's not a great FT shooter. Geno has done a good job on other teams #1 guard. I presume he will get the task again, with some of the work going to Q (if he gets into foul trouble), and Baldwin and Seales picking up the slack. I'm looking for another good game, and hoping for a win.

I am not going to go into my rant yet either on Jones. I am very happy with the win. But I agree with you. The timeout was fine, but the play call was baffling (which seems to happen too often). Easily could have had a 2-for-1. I don't think you are missing anything. Very nice to see them pull out a close win!

This is so wrong! I love his passion and energy. I will take a 7ft center (sophomore) that plays hard, and usually smart, like him everyday of the week. The footwork is there for the most part. Would like to see him get even closer to the basket when they are working inside/out with him. Really, his being a black hole is on the Coach though. He should be told, once he sees a second guy coming, to kick it out. There is usually a guard up high that he could push the ball back to and re-establish. I know Jones wants to run plays thru him, which is fine, but he isn't big/strong enough to finish thru most double teams yet. It would be nice to see him finish with more dunks or stronger lay-ups too. Again, he is a sophomore, and as others have pointed out, he needs to eat a ton and get in the weight room. Hopefully he keeps progressing.

Moral victories suck. I'm tired of the play calling, I'll get to that in another thread. And I would like to see Shanks kick the ball out when double teamed. Free throws would definitely make a difference. Hard to believe the Betty is a home court as bad as this team shoots..

Last I seen, picks were even. I think our guards are better than anyone's. Hopefully Bernstine can continue what he started last game.

Starting Crandall, Hooker, Baldwin, Bernstine, Shanks

Exactly.Look at the funding problems the Goofs are having. Even with large donations in and coming.

Who is this rival you speak of? NDSU has a rival? NONSENSE!

Please take a math course. Or if the team is actually making that much money, why haven't they built an FBS stadium yet?

I am a newer UND fan. I respect the history of the Sioux name, and the honor that was bestowed upon UND. With the debacle that has been the nickname process, especially the final phase to get the name, fans can still have input and possibly create a change. I think the final committee failed by not picking a UNIQUE name. I have already written all the emails to the necessary people, respectfully, stating what I believe. I will not buy any new logo merchandise, unless it just amazes me. I will continue to buy UND gear. As fans, if the majority keeps speaking, respectfully, to try and attain a new nickname, it is possible that a new one could come about. (Bad part is we may have to endure another "process" at some point in time) On the other hand, if it becomes embraced by the majority, I will come to accept it. I WON'T LIKE IT, BUT I WILL ACCEPT IT. (uh, I sound like my old man) Anyway, it has happened before. But for now we are the F'n Hawks, I kind of like that usage. Let's see a logo and see what happens.

Needed those FT's against NDSU

Prukop committed to Oregon

This. I have been thinking. Why are we travelling to Florida to play an early season tourney. Why can't the Athletic Departments get together and do a tournament of the four Dakota schools? Either alternate host sites every year. Or better yet, IMO, alternate between Fargo and Sioux Falls every year. I'm betting Sanford and Scheels could put some good money into this to make it happen. Obviously hosting at their places. Get a TV deal done, "The Battle for I-29," something to market. I know quite a few people that would attend this. (Maybe this belongs in a new thread, if so, please move it mods)

Jones doesn't listen or want to change his style. NEED coaching to be successful next year! It is possible. The talent is there

FYP

When you have a fan from the other team pointing this out, it might be a problem

There's always the CBI or CIT! That's what Jones is striving for

There is no counting quality losses anymore. Jones has used them all up. Nice effort by the players! Can't help coaching lost this game. FRUSTRATING