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Ted Thompson
12/2/2018 1:52 PM

Use this thread to talk about anything game-related. 

Date: December 5th, 2018 6:30 PM

Opponent: Xavier  (5-3)

Site: Cintas Center

TV: FoxSportsOne

Radio: Ohio Radio or on TuneIn Radio

Webcast: FoxSportsGo

Xavier media guide, statistics and roster

Xavier Fan Sites: XavierHoops.com   Musketeer Madness

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Deciduous Forest Cat
12/2/2018 2:12 PM
We've gotten our asses handed to us in our last two trips there if I recall correctly (last time in Groce's first season). It would be really nice to see us play well and challenge these guys. Miami left with their tail between their legs weds.
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Casper71
12/2/2018 2:18 PM
I Have seen Xavier three or four times this year. This is going to be one tough road game. I just hope we bring our A game.
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shabamon
12/2/2018 3:25 PM
This is NOT the same team that was a #1 seed a year ago, but they are still more than capable of getting to the second weekend this year. Not expecting win, but the last two games have me encouraged we can compete.
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longtiimelurker
12/2/2018 6:13 PM
Deciduous Forest Cat wrote:expand_more
We've gotten our asses handed to us in our last two trips there if I recall correctly (last time in Groce's first season). It would be really nice to see us play well and challenge these guys. Miami left with their tail between their legs weds.
Kept thinking we have played them since but realized we have only scrimmaged. That last time down was Groce's first year with a pretty lean roster. I think Xavier was a top 10 team at the time. Steele is Groce's step brother that I think we talked about coming here early the tenure. He has been on staff at Indiana, maybe Ohio State, Xavier and has been mentored by some pretty good coaches. Will be interesting but they definitely are way more talented than we.
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Bobcat Review
12/2/2018 6:42 PM
May be overly optimistic here, but like to think that we hold our own at least well into the third quarter against our "in-state rival."

https://www.thepostathens.com/article/2018/10/saul-philli...
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OhioStunter
12/2/2018 9:56 PM
Bobcat Review wrote:expand_more
May be overly optimistic here, but like to think that we hold our own at least well into the third quarter against our "in-state rival."

https://www.thepostathens.com/article/2018/10/saul-philli...
Welcome to the board!

I like your optimism.
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BillyTheCat
12/3/2018 11:17 AM
Bobcat Review wrote:expand_more
May be overly optimistic here, but like to think that we hold our own at least well into the third quarter against our "in-state rival."

https://www.thepostathens.com/article/2018/10/saul-philli...
That would be VERY IMPRESSIVE performance by the Cats, especially considering there is NO "third quarter" in Men's college basketball.
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bobcatsquared
12/3/2018 12:56 PM
BillyTheCat wrote:expand_more
May be overly optimistic here, but like to think that we hold our own at least well into the third quarter against our "in-state rival."

https://www.thepostathens.com/article/2018/10/saul-philli...
That would be VERY IMPRESSIVE performance by the Cats, especially considering there is NO "third quarter" in Men's college basketball.
Billy, what took you so long? Was expecting a quicker reply/correction.
Last Edited: 12/3/2018 12:56:52 PM by bobcatsquared
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Andrew Ruck
12/3/2018 1:08 PM
bobcatsquared wrote:expand_more
May be overly optimistic here, but like to think that we hold our own at least well into the third quarter against our "in-state rival."

https://www.thepostathens.com/article/2018/10/saul-philli...
That would be VERY IMPRESSIVE performance by the Cats, especially considering there is NO "third quarter" in Men's college basketball.
Billy, what took you so long? Was expecting a quicker reply/correction.
Seriously. 13+ hours, I couldn't believe it.

Nevermind the fact the original poster almost certainly understands that and was using a quick way to reference the 1st half of the 2nd half.
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allen
12/3/2018 11:20 PM
Casper71 wrote:expand_more
I Have seen Xavier three or four times this year. This is going to be one tough road game. I just hope we bring our A game.
This is a winnable game. We need to cut down on the turnovers, put a little bit more snap in the passes and knock down open looks. The biggest thing will be how fast we can move the ball around and can we play with the same defensive intensity that we have the last two games.
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west side cat
12/4/2018 8:06 AM
Maybe a bit of a trap game for X also with Crosstown Shootout Saturday. Catch them looking ahead?
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cincybobcat99
12/4/2018 9:30 AM
As a Xavier ticket holders, it will be weird wearing green and cheering for the “other team”. But I will be cheering on my Bobcats! My kids on the other hand, well they say they will at least wear something green...my middle child is optimistic and says “I can’t lose!”
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OU_Country
12/4/2018 1:38 PM
west side cat wrote:expand_more
Maybe a bit of a trap game for X also with Crosstown Shootout Saturday. Catch them looking ahead?
Given how huge that game is, it's certainly a possibility.
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Bobcat Review
12/4/2018 7:14 PM
BillyTheCat wrote:expand_more
May be overly optimistic here, but like to think that we hold our own at least well into the third quarter against our "in-state rival."

https://www.thepostathens.com/article/2018/10/saul-philli...
That would be VERY IMPRESSIVE performance by the Cats, especially considering there is NO "third quarter" in Men's college basketball.
lol
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Jeff McKinney
12/4/2018 9:48 PM
Guessing the Bobcats will be about 16 point underdogs...maybe a little less.
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Jeff McKinney
12/4/2018 9:51 PM
I'm amazed at Xavier's scoring stats...five averaging in double figures and someone else close. No one averaging more than 13 ppg. Only team stats that really stand out is their 48% FG percentage and they have seven steals per game. Of course, they've played a pretty tough schedule so far.

I'm anticipating that X will dare us to shoot threes despite our performance vs. Marshall. Wouldn't surprise me if they really pressure TK to try to get steals. I also won't be surprised if they double up Jason Carter, and if so, he will have pressure on him to find the open man without turning it over. I would say his spin moves in the lane will be met with help defense.

To have any chance in this game, I think we have to be respectable from 3.
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Ted Thompson
12/4/2018 10:27 PM
Jeff McKinney wrote:expand_more
Guessing the Bobcats will be about 16 point underdogs...maybe a little less.
KenPom has Ohio losing 81-70 or a 16% chance of winning.
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GroverBall
12/5/2018 1:42 AM
Jeff McKinney wrote:expand_more
I'm amazed at Xavier's scoring stats...five averaging in double figures and someone else close. No one averaging more than 13 ppg. Only team stats that really stand out is their 48% FG percentage and they have seven steals per game. Of course, they've played a pretty tough schedule so far.

I'm anticipating that X will dare us to shoot threes despite our performance vs. Marshall. Wouldn't surprise me if they really pressure TK to try to get steals. I also won't be surprised if they double up Jason Carter, and if so, he will have pressure on him to find the open man without turning it over. I would say his spin moves in the lane will be met with help defense.

To have any chance in this game, I think we have to be respectable from 3.
The double on Jason will have to come very quickly. He's showing a lot of maturity/confidence on his spins by executing them quickly off the dribble or pass, and not delaying the move that allows the defense to react. If the double does come immediately, hopefully Jason will find perimeter shooters who will connect. Too many young players take too long reading the defense/getting position to make their move, Jason is not among them.
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Ohio69
12/5/2018 8:17 AM
Jeff McKinney wrote:expand_more
Wouldn't surprise me if they really pressure TK to try to get steals. I also won't be surprised if they double up Jason Carter..
What about playing off TK to take away the dribble drive? Let him shoot from 15+ feet all he wants? And definitely double Jason Carter.

Anyway, with no Dartis/Gollon we are gonna need to move the ball and shoot very, very well.

I hope Cowart continues to play will confidence like he did against Marshall. He seems to be getting more comfortable each game.
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Andrew Ruck
12/5/2018 8:21 AM
11.5 point underdogs. On the road at Xavier, that is decent respect for us. Like McKinney said, we have to hit the threes to stay in it...something that we know we can't exactly expect currently. Would also help if Taylor & Carter stay out of foul trouble, which also seems like a tall task considering the opponent.

Can't wait, wish I was able to go. Go Bobcats.
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Obc2
12/5/2018 8:39 AM
after jamaica my enthusiasm for this game lessened. but, recent games have given me hope we can run with X for a bit.

this isnt last year's X team but they have Big East talent and will give us fits, im afraid.

im thrilled the bobcats are playing in Cincy however.
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GoCats105
12/5/2018 10:33 AM
I'm just looking for them to keep the momentum going from the Iona and Marshall games. Play well, even in defeat, and I'll be happy. Miami got blown out by Xavier and I'm thinking Ohio should put up a better fight.
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shabamon
12/5/2018 11:13 AM
X board is saying that three of their rotation guys, including two starters, are battling illness. They could be down to a 8 or 7 rotation.
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Jeff McKinney
12/5/2018 2:50 PM
shabamon wrote:expand_more
X board is saying that three of their rotation guys, including two starters, are battling illness. They could be down to a 8 or 7 rotation.
I've heard that kinda stuff before.
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