Super Seven
Super Seven: Big Ten names flying under the radar
Super Seven: Big Ten names flying under the radar
We all know who the superstars are in the Big Ten-Cody Zeller, Victor Oladipo, Trey Burke, Deshaun Thomas, Brandon Paul, Trevor Mbakwe. This year the list really could go on quite a bite. But who do I think have been some of the most underrated players this season in the conference? Glad you asked. This […]
Super Seven: And my top Big Ten seniors are …
Super Seven: And my top Big Ten seniors are …
Seniors in college basketball-good seniors–often times are a rare breed. If a player is really good, he?ll often leave early for the pros before his senior season. Still, a senior is a senior, and most any coach would love to have the experience and savvy they bring to a roster. That know-how is invaluable to […]
Super Seven: Who can bring the intimidation?
Super Seven: Who can bring the intimidation?
Basketball isn?t all about shooting, rebounding, passing and setting picks. Intimidation also is a factor. Remember those ?Bad Boys? Detroit Pistons teams that won world titles? There?s nothing like having a rough and rugged player who strikes fear into opponents. His presence creates operating room for teammates, while also commanding respect from foes. In their prime […]
Who would you pick to take the last shot?
Who would you pick to take the last shot?
Your team has the ball and is trailing by two points with less than 10 seconds to play. Who do you want to take the last shot? It?s no time for the faint at heart or the timid. Nope. This is the time for the clutch players with ice in their veins to step up. […]
Super Seven: Ranking the Big Ten's best big men
Super Seven: Ranking the Big Ten's best big men
We all know that come March, college basketball becomes all about the guards. In fact, whatever teams have the best guard play typically advance the farthest in the NCAA tourney. But, every coach loves to have a big man–especially a GOOD big man. And, look around: They typically are few and far between. But this year, […]
Super Seven: A look at the games that will matter most
Super Seven: A look at the games that will matter most
This is a big week in the Big Ten, with myriad big games beginning with Minnesota?s contests at Illinois and at Indiana. Along those lines, I take a look at the seven Big Ten games that will go the longest way in determining who will win the conference championship. [ RELATED: Big Ten Whiteboard: Dienhart […]
