Hopefully, the Irish can avenge the 12 pt. loss from 2 months ago @ UConn, which would then keep their chances of going to the 'big dance" within the realm of possibility!
This game is critical for both squads on many fronts. A fourth win over an RPI top 50 team would be huge in terms of getting an at large selection. ND can also keep its position within the top 8 in the Big East, guaranteeing a first round bye in the Big East tournament.
This is a MUST win. Matter of fact I think we need to win vs Uconn then win vs Marquette and at least 1 win in the Big East tourney to get a spot in the dance. Unfortunately our luck runs out tonight I think. Uconn beats us by 10 points at least. They are a cornered animal right now and this is when they are most dangerous.
Either team SHOULD be up 12-16 points. UCONN is playing nice D and beat ofense. ND tightened their D up when they went to the 2-3. Feel like Im watching the Beat 10 Conference.
FYI my city league team may be able to hang with UCONN if we ran a 2-3. UCONN cant shoot at all. Pack it inside and force UCONN to beat you outside. Yea, i guess Brey cant coach defense.....................................