Chris Collins

[duhondukie]

I am not sure if anyone is seeing what Coach Collins is doing at Northwestern, I believe they are 16-4. What a great job by a former Dukie.

 

[timo0402]

It's extremely impressive and he's breathed new life and energy into that program. Hoping this is the year they finally break through to the tourney.

 

[skysdad]

It's extremely impressive and he's breathed new life and energy into that program. Hoping this is the year they finally break through to the tourney.

Awesome. OFC

 

[Laettner]

NW has never been to the tourney, that is unreal what CC is doing there.

 

[germantondevil]

I always loved CC. His passion and love for the game is not matched by many. I love the energy he brings . NW couldn't do nothing but get better with him there. I would love to see them dancing this year.

 

[2 skerz 3_rivals208847]

16-4 and 5-2 in the B1G. They will make history this season.

 

[OldasdirtDevil]

Great job by Collins.
That coaching tree of K's is a little better than our detractors would like to give credit.

OFC

 

[dukiejay]

16-4 and 5-2 in the B1G. They will make history this season.

A couple must-win home games this week for them. Their schedule toughens up in a little over a week. The Big Ten is a lot like the ACC....it's crucial to protect your home court.

 

[dukehokie]

But unlike the ACC the Big Ten isn't that great talent wise. If Chris can keep it up, they shouldn't have an issue getting in. But home teams have been winning in that conference too.

 

[dukedevilz]

Northwestern is currently projected as an 8 seed in Lunardi's latest bracketology. I like their chances. Go Chris!

 

[dbav]

Keep up the great work Coach Collins.

 

[DukeRulesBasketball]

I am not sure if anyone is seeing what Coach Collins is doing at Northwestern, I believe they are 16-4. What a great job by a former Dukie.

Yes indeed! Northwestern should be a tournament team, so that's very exciting for their program. Now we just need Wojo and Hurley to continue to improve their programs. Looks like Wojo is doing a good job, but I believe Hurley has his work cut out for him at the moment.

 

[2 skerz 3_rivals208847]

A couple must-win home games this week for them. Their schedule toughens up in a little over a week. The Big Ten is a lot like the ACC....it's crucial to protect your home court.

I agree most years. This year, the B!G is down however.

 

[sheyduke]

Good for Collins and NW

 

[Duke It Out]

He has been in the cusp of a breakout season a couple of times. Injuries set them back one year that I do remember. Hopefully he breaks through this season, they have a decent squad with a couple a really good players.

 

[dukiejay]

I agree most years. This year, the B!G is down however.

The Big Ten is down, but that doesn't lessen how difficult it is to win on the road.

 

[sobecat]

He's doing a good job but if you compare his records there to the previous coach there isn't much difference at all.

 

[yiana]

He's doing a good job but if you compare his records there to the previous coach there isn't much difference at all.

Takes time to build most mid level programs. Something you guys could never appreciate. It usually take 3-4 years at the start before things begin to roll if you have the right coach. It's not relevant to compare records at this point.

 

[dukiejay]

He's doing a good job but if you compare his records there to the previous coach there isn't much difference at all.

You should have just stopped at the bolded part. Chris is doing a good job. Recruiting has seen an uptick and for the first time in a long time people at Northwestern kind of care about basketball. Taking a glance at the overall picture and it's pretty clear he's made pretty good strides....especially considering he could be on the cusp of doing something at Northwestern that has never, ever been done.

 

[Laettner]

CBS would love Duke-NW 8/9 game.

 

[dukiejay]

CBS would love Duke-NW 8/9 game.

Hahaha....they certainly would. It crossed my mind, too.

 

[dukiejay]

sorry, DP

 

[sobecat]

Takes time to build most mid level programs. Something you guys could never appreciate. It usually take 3-4 years at the start before things begin to roll if you have the right coach. It's not relevant to compare records at this point.

That's kind of circular though.

 

[LetsGoDukies]

Northwestern is now ranked, coming in at #25 in this weeks poll!

 

[dukedevilz]

Also I would note that none of Northwestern's top 5 scorers are seniors. Next year could be even more promising. But certainly the moment is now. They are looking poised to make a run at the Big 10 Title. Lunardi currently has NW projecting as a 7 seed. Fantastic job, Chris!

 

[jcdevilfan]

Great post! Really happy for Chris Collins, I always liked him as both a player and assistant at Duke. He is doing a really fine job and wish him continued success.

Go Duke!
JC