Texas vs. Texas A&M Open Thread
by Barking Carnival Staff on Jan 19, 2011 7:47 PM CST
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Who is Senor Guano? A stealth Horns recruit from South America? Could be messy if he NCAA flys in……
by dookie on Jan 19, 2011 7:54 PM CST reply actions
We can really make hay against their guards if we play within ourselves. Brown and Joseph have advantages on both ends against Harris and Holmes. Have to be careful with Middleton because he’s going to force Hamilton to defend. After that, it’s all on the glass. A stalemate there and we should win with an average shooting night.
by Trips Right on Jan 19, 2011 7:57 PM CST reply actions
I’m looking for improvement on the boards, and a defense that limits 2nd shot opportunities. that will be the recipe for a win in Kansas on Saturday.
by Texoz on Jan 19, 2011 8:01 PM CST reply actions
Bob Knight will be giving Nathan Walkup a verbal hand job tonight. Bank on it. I love Knight, but it’s classic Bob Knight since he’s gotten into broadcasting. It’s the Dan Dakich rule. He picks the player that closely resembles Dakich and then sings his praises right or wrong for 40 minutes.
by Trips Right on Jan 19, 2011 8:02 PM CST reply actions
Oh, and fuck Vasherized for getting to go to this game. Also, fuck him in general.
by Trips Right on Jan 19, 2011 8:04 PM CST reply actions
Thank God. No Ed Hightower or Jim Burr. My remote will survive.
by Trips Right on Jan 19, 2011 8:06 PM CST reply actions
Run Tristan, Run. Secondary break could be huge, if there’s any to be had.
by RRR on Jan 19, 2011 8:06 PM CST reply actions
Wow. We’re running flex with Jordan Hamilton. Rick Barnes has really had a come to jesus.
by Trips Right on Jan 19, 2011 8:12 PM CST reply actions
Texas is using the flex cut by Jordan to clear out the post and Tristan has gotten two easy looks as a result. RRR knows a thing or two about defending the flex.
by Trips Right on Jan 19, 2011 8:15 PM CST reply actions
I feel like, by listening to Bob Knight, you learn so much about the game of basketball and absolutely nothing about the two teams that are actually playing.
by jc25 on Jan 19, 2011 8:16 PM CST reply actions
jc25, that’s why you write for March to March. To fill in Knight’s gaps.
by Trips Right on Jan 19, 2011 8:18 PM CST reply actions
Did Knight just say Hamilton has committed nothing to the offense? Or were my ears misinformed?
by jc25 on Jan 19, 2011 8:18 PM CST reply actions
That’s why you don’t name your kid the same name as a Kardashian.
by jc25 on Jan 19, 2011 8:19 PM CST reply actions
Great pass by J’Covan.
What is Turgeon complaining about? His guys are defending for shit.
by Trips Right on Jan 19, 2011 8:23 PM CST reply actions
Turgeon needs to embrace his inner Ethan from Lost and just string up the ref in the woods.
by jc25 on Jan 19, 2011 8:24 PM CST reply actions
Wangmene shockingly effective at the high post. UT is out-posting the post team.
by RRR on Jan 19, 2011 8:24 PM CST reply actions
The game looks easy when you hit foul shots.
by Trips Right on Jan 19, 2011 8:29 PM CST reply actions
I think Hamilton is taking mini-mind vacations on the defensive end. Surprised we haven’t seen a shot of Rick yelling in rage.
by jc25 on Jan 19, 2011 8:31 PM CST reply actions
Middleton doesn’t have to guard as long as Balbay’s in the game.
by Trips Right on Jan 19, 2011 8:31 PM CST reply actions
Jai Lucas guarding BJ Holmes looks like a battle of the Ewoks.
by jc25 on Jan 19, 2011 8:32 PM CST reply actions
The Drum has to be the least intimidating place for opposing teams to play in America. What a mausoleum
by ransomstoddard on Jan 19, 2011 8:36 PM CST reply actions
I like GJ shooting the open 15 footer, but you don’t need it that early in the shot clock.
Texas’ outside shot is all kinds of off tonight.
by jc25 on Jan 19, 2011 8:41 PM CST reply actions
If Matt Hill still had his jewfro, he wouldn’t have been confused with Nathan Walkup right there.
by jc25 on Jan 19, 2011 8:44 PM CST reply actions
After watching those nice flex cuts and triangle sets early in the game, seeing a ball screen actually irritated me.
by RRR on Jan 19, 2011 8:44 PM CST reply actions
RRR, you’re right. I like how Brown is trying to direct traffic though. We need to augment it with more running instead of more ballscreens.
by Trips Right on Jan 19, 2011 8:46 PM CST reply actions
With Kabongo, our backcourt is going to be sick next season. I hope TT comes back.
by Trips Right on Jan 19, 2011 8:53 PM CST reply actions
I want to blow aggy out, not just for the usual reasons but to send a message to Mizzou and KU
by ransomstoddard on Jan 19, 2011 8:54 PM CST reply actions
Middleton’s a really good ballplayer. He’s Jordan Hamilton light, but he’s got a better floor game.
by Trips Right on Jan 19, 2011 8:54 PM CST reply actions
Knight: “I’m not sure I like that shot.” Oh really? You don’t like a wide-open 3 from your best shooter with his footwork set?
by jc25 on Jan 19, 2011 8:54 PM CST reply actions
It must be opposite day. Coach Knight says he likes J’Covan??? Knight would have kicked him off his team last year.
by Art Vandelay on Jan 19, 2011 8:56 PM CST reply actions
7 rebounds for Jordan. I’d like to see him fake the 3 more often and shoot the jumper off one bounce or drive and dish. He could easily get 4 or 5 assists/game. It would also force defenders to close under control instead of selling out to stop the 4. Jordan’s been having a lot of turnovers lately because he gets in a hurry (i.e. out of control).
It is amazing how well they get the ball into the post this year.
by Kafka on Jan 19, 2011 9:11 PM CST reply actions
It is amazing how well they get the ball into the post this year.
Word.
by jc25 on Jan 19, 2011 9:14 PM CST reply actions
Yeah Vandelay Industries – I switched over to Craig Way half way through the first half. can’t stand those assholes. nice lag on ESPN means I already know what’s going to happen before I see it on the screen. KVET!
by godzillatron on Jan 19, 2011 9:15 PM CST reply actions
Kafka, it’s easy to set up the post when you force the defense to allocate help to cutters. It’s what you’ve been calling for for going on two years. The screener is the toughest player to help to.
by Trips Right on Jan 19, 2011 9:16 PM CST reply actions
I don’t think it can be underestimated how beneficial it’s been for Tristan Thompson to be playing with three other upperclassmen big men to learn from. Dude is getting more fundamentally sound.
I contrast this to watching Terrence Jones last night, who is starting to look lost on the court as teams catch up to his skill level and game plan for him.
by jc25 on Jan 19, 2011 9:16 PM CST reply actions
This team gets stronger as the game goes on. Like I said earlier, if they box out on defense and limit 2nd shot opportunities, and play smart offense, they will go a long way in the Tourny.
by Texoz on Jan 19, 2011 9:22 PM CST reply actions
UT still has bad spacing at times and takes too long to reset. But that should improve through league play.
by RRR on Jan 19, 2011 9:24 PM CST reply actions
Coach Knight says he likes J’Covan??? Knight would have kicked him off his team last year.
Knight never would have brought him on campus.
by Bob in Houston on Jan 19, 2011 9:24 PM CST reply actions
Bob Knight says we’re a great foul shooting team. Tonight, he’s right.
by Trips Right on Jan 19, 2011 9:29 PM CST reply actions
RRR, not sure your coach is around next season.,,, unless Big Chief Auto Parts still has influence.
by Art Vandelay on Jan 19, 2011 9:30 PM CST reply actions
As impressive as the freshmen are and as improved as Hamilton is, I think J’Covan may be the most improved Longhorn. He has put on muscle, keeps his head in the game, passes are cleaner & crisp, and doesn’t lose his composure. Wangmene is in the running for most improved as well, blocking, shooting, body control. Todd Wright has done a good job with him, too.
Hook ’em!
by java on Jan 19, 2011 9:31 PM CST reply actions
Wangmene’s footwork and hands have improved quite a bit since the beginning of the season.
Watching his FT, it seems his developed a better touch on his shot. He could be a nice offensive weapon next season if he keeps improving.
by Texoz on Jan 19, 2011 9:32 PM CST reply actions
The transformation of freshman JH to sophomore JH gives me the warm and fuzzies. We’re absolutely clicking on all cylinders.
by jc25 on Jan 19, 2011 9:32 PM CST reply actions
Knight says Wahmeany?? Is that an angry bank?
by Art Vandelay on Jan 19, 2011 9:33 PM CST reply actions
A&M completely unprepared to deal with adversity on the road. Prior to this, only true road game was at OU, against the worst team in the Big 12. Uhh, yeah. Not saying we’ll win against KU, but I bet those early season tilts in Greensboro and Flint will have gone a long way.
by jc25 on Jan 19, 2011 9:33 PM CST reply actions
Art, it depends on who they hire as AD. Supposed to be announced March 1. Tech really doesn’t have the $$ to fire Pat, and he won’t resign. It’s a shitty situation. I’d like to see him coach at least next year, but we’ll see.
by RRR on Jan 19, 2011 9:33 PM CST reply actions
Only two sellouts all year? Sellouts and UT basketball fans should be synonymous.
TT and JH are gone, anything else and they’re receiving poor counseling.
by magnusbleuveigner on Jan 19, 2011 9:36 PM CST reply actions
So it begins. ESPN hyping the Longhorn TV Network. Keep shilling, Brent.
by jc25 on Jan 19, 2011 9:37 PM CST reply actions
Trips, it’s difficult to believe that most of these guys were on last year’s team. This is a cohesive group.
DeLoss is a star.
by java on Jan 19, 2011 9:37 PM CST reply actions
I just heard about 1200 aggie heads explode after that Musberger plug.
by Trips Right on Jan 19, 2011 9:38 PM CST reply actions
From a basketball standpoint, I’m going to Plano ISD and Fort Bend ISD and asking to get some HS games on the station, stat.
by jc25 on Jan 19, 2011 9:39 PM CST reply actions
How did these clowns beat Mizzou? These guys have zero guard play.
by Trips Right on Jan 19, 2011 9:40 PM CST reply actions
Nah, Trips, ole Byrne said it wasn’t much of anything, ya know…not a big deal.
by java on Jan 19, 2011 9:41 PM CST reply actions
“I just heard about 1200 aggie heads explode after that Musberger plug”
Aggie will soon be bragging about their ESPN Radio deal.
by magnusbleuveigner on Jan 19, 2011 9:43 PM CST reply actions
Has CoJo been shadowing Middleton the entire second half? Haven’t been paying the closest of attention. Khris much quieter in this period.
by jc25 on Jan 19, 2011 9:44 PM CST reply actions
I think it’s important to note that today is Raylee’s first birthday. The aggies never had a fucking chance.
by Trips Right on Jan 19, 2011 9:44 PM CST reply actions
“TT and JH are gone, anything else and they’re receiving poor counseling.”
Sssshhhhhhhh!!!
by Art Vandelay on Jan 19, 2011 9:45 PM CST reply actions
Damn, I know its been said before, but Iit deserves repeating It’s so nice to have an actual offense.
by roach on Jan 19, 2011 9:46 PM CST reply actions
This AllState commercial is fucking ridiculous. If my wishes could magically appear I’m not wishing for a fucking stuffed panda bear and Bob Barker. That girl is clearly useless for any threesome purposes.
by jc25 on Jan 19, 2011 9:47 PM CST reply actions
Happy BD, Raylee.
She isn’t having friends over for a slumber party? (When she does will it drive her bros crazy or vice versa?)
by java on Jan 19, 2011 9:47 PM CST reply actions
Trips, happy 1st to Raylee. I’m sure your family’s had a fantastic day.
by jc25 on Jan 19, 2011 9:48 PM CST reply actions
Who is that sweet dish behind Brent and Coach Knight?? Do you guys remember that hottie behind the KU bench last year?
by Art Vandelay on Jan 19, 2011 9:50 PM CST reply actions
Thanks guys, it was a great day. Not a dry eye in the house when we sang Happy Birthday.
by Trips Right on Jan 19, 2011 9:52 PM CST reply actions
Ugh. Rest up the guys for Kansas, Rick. That’s a senseless injury.
by jc25 on Jan 19, 2011 9:53 PM CST reply actions
If it’s hyperextended, why would they massage the thigh and put him on the floor to stretch it? I thought it looked like the Ag’s knee caught him in the right thigh. Ahh, cramp.
by java on Jan 19, 2011 9:57 PM CST reply actions
Ha. Ha. Ha. Brent thinks it will be a different game in CS. Bob Knight isn’t so sure. I’ll take Bob’s word for it.
by java on Jan 19, 2011 9:59 PM CST reply actions
Thanks guys, it was a great day. Not a dry eye in the house when we sang Happy Birthday.
That’s awesome Trips. Happy Birthday Raylee!
If my wishes could magically appear I’m not wishing for a fucking stuffed panda bear and Bob Barker.
The people in that commercial are very hateable.
by bigdukesix on Jan 19, 2011 10:00 PM CST reply actions
what the hell are they looking at on the floor?
Oh, A&M’s jock.
by Texoz on Jan 19, 2011 10:01 PM CST reply actions
As they were saying on the broadcast, UT made a serious effort to work the ball into the paint.
The result? 57% shooting. 29/51
The way we played tonight there are very few teams that will beat us.
by Texoz on Jan 19, 2011 10:11 PM CST reply actions
Well, that certainly was fun.
I thought the first 5 minutes of each half really set the tone for the game. We didn’t rush, but we did push the ball when given the opportunity. Why A&M would even pretend to pressure our guards coming up is beyond me.
Great off the ball defense, very little separation, and we did an excellent job of rebounding. I am astounded by the improvement we have seen in Wagmene, really impressive. Our inside-out game was outstanding, and really glad to hear that TT just had a cramp.
I think Kansas is at one level and everyone else in the league is a notch below, but I have no doubts that we will at least go in there sharp and ready to play.
by srr50 on Jan 19, 2011 10:36 PM CST reply actions
The shooting efficiency of the UT front line was insane: Gary hit 6 of 9, Jordan hit 10 of 14, and Tristan hit 8 of 12. UT out rebounded the aggies by 8 but this was a bit misleading because the horns had a lot more defensive rebound opportunities. The aggies actually had 4 more offensive rebounds than the horns. It was great to see Jordan shooting more 2 pointers, lately he had been focusing too much on 3 point shots.
I’d like to see Wangmene get more minutes than Hill. Hill has the higher basketball IQ but Wangmene has more talent and athleticism.
Amazing free throw shooting tonight.
Like to see Tristan post up less and come outside and screen more. He is just too quick for almost any center to stay with. I’m pretty sure Tristan could even put it on the floor outside and drive and finish with few problems. Why not open up the lane wide open?
by Kafka on Jan 19, 2011 10:43 PM CST reply actions
Damn that was awesome! I hope the boys play this well in Lawrence.
by Canuck Horn on Jan 19, 2011 11:47 PM CST reply actions
Great game. Some BC fans were sitting behind me asking what the hell happened to Clipper Cooper. Of course Mrs V was sporting the Ha ha ha ha t-shirt.
Apparently pretty girls also make the basketball good.
by Vasherized on Jan 20, 2011 12:17 AM CST reply actions
Went to this one, sat up in the nosebleeds. Surrounded by Aggies and hoo boy THAT was fun. Got tired of their silly whooping so during Aggy free throws I started yelling “aggyaggyaggyaggyaggyaggyaggyaggySHEEP!”. They ignored me…but I could feel the pain in their silence. Ha.
As far as the game goes, what struck me the most was not just that the team tried to score in the paint, but that they did it through the offense – it wasn’t just simple feeds into the post, but Tristan or Gary working screens away from the ball and getting wide open a few feet from the hoop. That plus some absurd displays of body control when driving into defenders. Plus free throws. Plus holding our own on the boards. Play that way in Lawrence and we’ve got a great shot to win.
by Dagga Roosta on Jan 20, 2011 12:56 AM CST reply actions
If I’m a college coach, first thing I do today is call Jerry Sloan. If one off-season with him can turn a decade of mediocre (at best) offense into what I saw last night, hanging out with Sloan is a helluva career move.
by Charles on Jan 20, 2011 8:20 AM CST reply actions
We get real offenses for both football and basketball in 2011. Hallelujah, holy shit.
by nordberg on Jan 20, 2011 8:46 AM CST reply actions
I’m going to miss Gary when he graduates.
He’s gone from maybe never playing basketball again as a freshman due to heart issues, to becoming a beast on defense with a sweet touch just outside the paint. His hustle is only second to Balbay’s, He doesn’t get a lot of press, but he deserves a lot of credit for this year’s success.
Would not be surprised if a few tears are shed when he plays his last home game. For someone that was once thought to have a faulty heart, he’s given all of it, and more, to UT.
by Texoz on Jan 20, 2011 9:10 AM CST reply actions
Haha – check the brakes on that football offense until you see the real thing on the turf.
Congrats and good game last night. This was arguable our toughest road game of the season, so obviously one that won’t hurt our ranking too much come tourney time.
by Ag_in_TX on Jan 20, 2011 9:23 AM CST reply actions
“Haha – check the brakes on that football offense until you see the real thing on the turf.”
I’ve already seen it on blue turf.
by nordberg on Jan 20, 2011 9:31 AM CST reply actions
nordberg,
You’ve also seen it with players who play exactly 3 tough games a year (think Miami in the 1980’s vs. the Big East). However, you haven’t seen that offense run with personnel cobbled together out of parts from the Island of Misfit Toys.
Good win for Texas. I look forward to the men’s team curbstomping my Sooners again very soon.
by NateHeupel on Jan 20, 2011 10:43 AM CST reply actions
And you haven’t seen it run with players who were not specifically recruited for that offense.
by Ag_in_TX on Jan 20, 2011 11:00 AM CST reply actions
I’m talking about an actual competent scheme run by non-morons, not predicting 2005 Texas/USC levels of success.
by nordberg on Jan 20, 2011 11:01 AM CST reply actions
“You’ve also seen it with players who play exactly 3 tough games a year (think Miami in the 1980′s vs. the Big East).”
This new Big XII isn’t exactly the SEC. No argument that Texas last season was horrid.
by shockthenation on Jan 20, 2011 11:42 AM CST reply actions
I’m pretty sure one critical moron is still there.
Anyway. let’s not ruin a niec basketball thread with blue tinged football talk. Nice win and we’ll get your ass in College Station.
by Ag_in_TX on Jan 20, 2011 12:09 PM CST reply actions
We just fuckstomped OU and TAMU in hoops back to back games. I’m not sure I understand the puffery on a hoops open thread.
by Trips Right on Jan 20, 2011 12:35 PM CST reply actions
nordberg:
Conceded. As my doctor told me, even if you’re not working out and improving athletically, just losing the bad weight can go a long way.
by NateHeupel on Jan 20, 2011 12:40 PM CST reply actions
Trips:
He started it!! On a serious note from my previous post:
“Good win for Texas. I look forward to the men’s team curbstomping my Sooners again very soon.”
The idea of this Texas team getting Kabongo and actually being BETTER next year is just troubling. I’m not sure if Capel can turn in around in Norman considering he’s got no talent whatsoever to work with.
BTW, here’s another prayer and wish for your little miracle.
by NateHeupel on Jan 20, 2011 12:55 PM CST reply actions
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