Bracketologists have no idea how conference tournament games are going to go. Parts are still moving and could move up until Sunday
Selection Committee and Rutgers news
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I think we’ve ALWAYS been locked in with a win
Ok cool. But 99% on here didn't believe that. So now it's been confirmed, we're allowed to be happy about it.
Sure thing. I’m not telling anyone they’re right or wrong…I’m the only one being told I’m “wrong”
Correct - they almost never take these things into account. I’m not sure how anyone assumed that was a given.
I’m thinking maybe it’s standing out because it’s uniquely different from any other bad call I can think of in the sense that the missed call itself was directly responsible for our defensive breakdown (which wasn’t actually a breakdown since Mag was correct to leave his ineligible man) that then resulted in the basket.
Think about it - in other situations, you are expected to play through a whistle for example. In this case, the whistle wasn’t supposed to blow though just for the player stepping out. But Mag was supposed to assume that player couldn’t receive the ball because that is actually the rule.
That doesn’t even make sense. You think we are locked in with a win but no chance with a loss? How is one neutral game Vs a bubble team bridging such a gap?
The fact that this has been called out seems like a pretty big deal to me. If it’s enough is debatable but certainly helps. Arguing otherwise is illogical imo.
I don’t know what you’re mad about lol. As expected, it sounds like it is going to be a note added to the resume. That is different than the committee literally changing our record as some were suggesting.
Mikemarc you act like you don't want us to make it? Geez.
I already took 5 days off from work to attend the first round. I’d be very upset if I have nowhere to go. Lol.
Certainly want us to make it. Think we do with a win. Think we don’t with a loss. Keep in my what I think had absolutely no impact on what will happen
I also find it easier to deal with disappointment if I expect it. Thinking we have very little chance with a loss….makes it easier if we’re left out. And much more enjoyable if we get chosen.
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I haven't agreed with anything you've said in the thread, BUT this I DEFINITELY agree!
So when you are saying we need to win you are making assumptions about what is going to happen with other games.
No it was never going to be considered unless someone actually dictated it to the committee
They didn't decide on their own
I can assure you bracketologists were not taking this into account. Not one mentioned it
The Michigan game is 1/32nd of the equation.
The Ohio State game is 1/32nd of the equation.
For anyone to say that one game (neutral vs Michigan) outweighs another one (road @ OSU) is illogical in every aspect. The committee does not watch 32 games per team. Especially in early December.
And Brad Watchel getting an agreement from Jerry Carino, is dropping Brad's credibility now 2 years in a row......I get it, clicks and March Madness are important for people, but click-bait stuff saying wild and inaccurate things, doesn't pass the smell test.
It's truly disappointing, I think Brad is actually a RU alum and former basketball manager, unless I am mistaken....but somehow, someway, these phantom items keep popping up every year.
Last year, Brad incorrectly said the NET, the NET, the NET, along with Lafayette as "there's no way".....80-90% of the brackets had RU in and he kept saying it all the way to Selection Sunday.
Strange times indeed I guess.
The Ohio State game is 1/32nd of the equation.
For anyone to say that one game (neutral vs Michigan) outweighs another one (road @ OSU) is illogical in every aspect. The committee does not watch 32 games per team. Especially in early December.
And Brad Watchel getting an agreement from Jerry Carino, is dropping Brad's credibility now 2 years in a row......I get it, clicks and March Madness are important for people, but click-bait stuff saying wild and inaccurate things, doesn't pass the smell test.
It's truly disappointing, I think Brad is actually a RU alum and former basketball manager, unless I am mistaken....but somehow, someway, these phantom items keep popping up every year.
Last year, Brad incorrectly said the NET, the NET, the NET, along with Lafayette as "there's no way".....80-90% of the brackets had RU in and he kept saying it all the way to Selection Sunday.
Strange times indeed I guess.
Once again, I just disagree. Agree to disagree on this. I think it’s very silly that you suggest a media member is influencing the committee on what or what not to take into account.
I think it’s a must win . We win…I think we’re in. We lose, I think it’s going to be very tough to stay in.
Are you suggesting because Brad is an RU alumni he should be biased towards RU?
Certainly not trolling. Just a different opinion than you. Trolls call out posters personally and that’s what they get a kick out of….im just disagreeing with posters opinions.. all good.
You certainly pride yourself on your bracketology. And I respect your dedication. I just think you’re putting too much stock in this report and how much impact it’s going to have.
You just continually are throwing wild claims..thats trolling
You just claimed the media dictates to the committee
Several sources have reported that the field is almost fully set as early as Friday night.
A bid stealer still alive would cause contingencies. And final seeding could have minor shifts due to the outcome of tournament finals. But most of the work is done well before Sunday as only a few teams are still playing after Friday night. And comparing the bubble teams who are done with their season can be finalized, placed is some order. If a bubble team is still playing Saturday and/or Sunday they have played their way in.
mikemarc puts ketchup on his cereal. I ran into him at MV Deli once and he ordered a ham and cheese with ketchup.
Lol.. the NCAA doing something our own league wouldn't do.. well I guess they don't have to worry about upsetting the OSU folks since they aren't in anything right now.
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