North Carolina at Evansville (Dec 8th, Wednesday)

by **Ace Dad** » December 6th, 2010, 10:40 am

Let the discussions begin.

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by **Aces1982** » December 6th, 2010, 11:37 am

Would have been nice if UNC win over UK could have bumped them into the top 25. It would have gave us a chance to knock off two top 25 teams in the same season.

by **acesfool** » December 6th, 2010, 1:16 pm

If UE doesn't pack their defense in this game they need to start looking for a coach immediately. UNC has to be one of worst outside shooting teams in the country. If UE plays smart they can keep this game repectable. However, if UE speeds up their play and tries to pressure too far out this game could become a laugher very early. This UNC team isn't that good and could easily be an NIT team again this year. I watched them play Kentucky and thought both teams looked very weak compared to what they normally are.

by **Aces1982** » December 6th, 2010, 1:50 pm

acesfool wrote:If UE doesn't pack their defense in this game they need to start looking for a coach immediately. UNC has to be one of worst outside shooting teams in the country. If UE plays smart they can keep this game repectable. However, if UE speeds up their play and tries to pressure too far out this game could become a laugher very early. This UNC team isn't that good and could easily be an NIT team again this year. I watched them play Kentucky and thought both teams looked very weak compared to what they normally are.

I don't even know why I am responding to this. There is no way Simmons comes out in a zone and everyone knows it. You find anything to pick on rather it be Simmons or Ryan(now that he has proven you wrong lately you are going somewhere else to bash UE).

I don't mind second guessing a coach here or there. Or even questioning a player from time to time. You say you are a fan, but fans generally have something positive to say. You never do.

by **acesfool** » December 6th, 2010, 2:28 pm

You don't have to play a zone to pack in your defense. As for Ryan, Yes he has finally scored some points that actually mean something in a game but his defense is still costing us games. Do you think UE has any chance in an up tempo game?

by **Aces0976** » December 6th, 2010, 2:58 pm

I do tend to agree, even if we dont play zone, we do need to pack it in or we're asking for trouble in this game. Basketball is about matchups and UNC's strength is our weakness. Long athletic teams always give us fits and we need to do something to try and offset that. I dont think we'll win, I think we can compete and have a chance. Another key is going to be focus, we cant get caught up with name on the front of the jersey, just play hard and follow the gameplan. An upset would be awesome, but I think if we come out and compete with 'em for 40 minutes, that in itself could help build confidence for our team.

by **ACECARD** » December 6th, 2010, 4:57 pm

Aces will have to shoot somewhere in the 50% range. 38%, or lower, won't get it. They will also have to get a few stops somewhere along the line, as NC will score their points. Rebounding will be very important, and the Aces should get murdered on the boards. Zeller will have a field day, but if the Aces can clamp down on the rest them, they may have have a chance to hang with NC. I can only hope that NC isn't taking the Aces very seriously.

by **Ricardo del Rio** » December 6th, 2010, 5:52 pm

I have two comments as follows:

1. Don't run with them.

2. I hope you win.

I have one question as follows:

1. Is it on TV?

by **valleychamp** » December 6th, 2010, 6:06 pm

You guys gonna pack the house for this one or what?

by **MSUDuo** » December 6th, 2010, 6:12 pm

Ricardo del Rio wrote:I have two comments as follows:

1. Don't run with them.

2. I hope you win.

I have one question as follows:

1. Is it on TV?

ESPNU