The 17-10 victory over Illinois was a little too close for comfort, but hopefully it will force the Buckeyes to improve their focus heading into the Michigan game in two weeks. The offense sputtered in the rain in the second half, but the defense was outstanding.
Troy Smith did not do a great job handling the pressure. He and the Buckeyes will need to play better to defeat Michigan.
The Cleveland Cavaliers learned the hard way that you can’t just show up and expect to win. After ending a long history of losing in San Antonio, the Cavs lost tonight to the Charlotte Bobcats, a team they usually have their way with.
Cleveland was leading by as many as 12 points early, but then went cold in the second half. LeBron James was 3-13 from the field and 9-10 from the line. These are the games the Cavaliers vowed to start winning this year. The Bobcats are inexperience and lack a proven NBA scorer.
The Cavaliers and James need to stay aggressive and start attacking the basket more.
The Cleveland Cavaliers and LeBron James showed the NBA that they will be a top team this season. The Cavs won in San Antonio for the first time since 1988. James led the Cavs with 35 points and 10 rebounds as he dominated the floor from beginning to end.
Tim Duncan and the Spurs made a late run, but Cleveland held them off for an 88-81 victory. The Cavaliers defense looked better than against Washington, as they were able to make some critical stops at the end to preserve the victory. James played like a future MVP making big shots and pulling down critical rebounds. If LeBron and the Cavs continue to play this type of defense, Cleveland will be making a run at a championship.
The Cavaliers finally were able to get it done in San Antonio. It had been eighteen years since they last won on the road against the Spurs but edged them out 88-81 Friday night. LeBron led with 35 points, 10 rebounds, and four assists. Tim Duncan led the Spurs with 25 points and 12 rebounds.
It’s only been two games, but the Cavs are already showing signs of a championship-caliber team. They go into a tough environment against one of the best teams in the league and come out winners. Winning on the road is essential if you want to be a team that advances far in the postseason. So far, we’re proving that we can hang with the elite teams, home or away.
The Ohio State Buckeyes and head basketball coach Thad Matta have officially agreed to a long term contract. Matta and the Buckeyes are expected to be very successful this year. This freshman class is one of the best in the country.
Coach Matta has a passion to win and continues to convince top recruits that the Ohio State basketball program is on the rise. The incoming class for next year is ranked in the top 5, with a couple top players still not committed. This extension is something AD Gene Smith felt was critical for the stability and growth of this program.
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