Scratched: Bobcats boot Michigan basketball team from NCAA Tournament, 65-60
Michigan's Jon Horford consoles Evan Smotrycz after the sophomore forward made a critical turnover and fouled out in the final seconds of the Wolverines' 65-60 loss to Ohio in the NCAA Tournament on Friday in Nashville, Tenn.
Melanie Maxwell | AnnArbor.com
This story has been updated.
NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Whether it's the real Ohio, the true Ohio or the original Ohio doesn't much matter now.
The Michigan basketball team's season is now over.
No matter how you say it.
The 13th-seeded Ohio Bobcats got 21 points and five assists from point guard D.J. Cooper and crashed fourth-seeded Michigan's NCAA Tournament party with a 65-60 win in the second round of Midwest Regional play.
OHIO 65, MICHIGAN 60
DIGGING IN
Michigan dug itself into a hole that was just too deep and, as a result, its season is over. The Wolverines trailed by as many as 13 points early and found themselves fighting from behind for most of the game. The Bobcats got 21 points from point guard D.J. Cooper, shot better than 50 percent and scored their second major tournament upset in three seasons.
END OF THE ROAD
Zack Novak and Stu Douglass finished their careers far earlier than they wanted. Douglass, who became Michigan's all-time games played leader Friday, finished with five points on 2-for-7 shooting. Novak went 1-for-6 with two points and four fouls. The duo combined to play 270 games in Michigan uniforms.
NOT ENOUGH STOPS
Every time Michigan seemed ready to mount a comeback, Ohio responded with a bucket of its own. The Bobcats were hitting at better than 60 percent from the floor midway through the first half, and opened up the second half 6-for-8 from the floor. Michigan got as close as two in the second half, but never pulled back even.
QUOTE
"I haven't cried over a basketball game since we got knocked out in high school. I'm smiling (right now) because I don't really know how to deal with this. I can't really put it into words."
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"I haven't cried over a basketball game since we got knocked out in high school," said Michigan senior co-captain Stu Douglass, moments after his final game in a Michigan uniform. "I'm smiling (right now) because I don't really know how to deal with this.
"I can't really put it into words."
The loss was Michigan's first opening-round NCAA Tournament defeat of the John Beilein era, and also extends the Wolverines drought of not advancing past the tournament's first weekend to 18 years.
Additionally, the defeat brings about a premature end to an otherwise banner season for Michigan (24-10), as the Wolverines earned a share of their first Big Ten title in 26 years and earned their highest NCAA Tournament seed since 1994.
None of that mattered Friday, though, as the Bobcats — who, earlier this season, took umbrage to Michigan's references to Ohio State as "Ohio" — sizzled offensively for most of the night, leaving Michigan with few answers in return.
"You have to give Ohio credit; they played a hell of a game today," Michigan senior co-captain Zack Novak said. "And we didn't have it."
Michigan freshman point guard Trey Burke paced the Wolverines with 16 points on 5-of-15 shooting, while Tim Hardaway Jr. added 14. Evan Smotrycz finished with 15 points on 6-of-7 shooting.
Following the game, both Hardaway and Burke said they'll return next season, saying they'll be ready to take on varying roles of leadership left behind by Novak and Douglass.
As for the two Michigan senior captains, Douglass, who became Michigan's all-time leader in games played, finished with five points on 2-for-7 shooting.
Novak, who finished third all-time in the same category, went 1-for-6 with two points.
"It sucks," Hardaway said. "What else can I say? (Novak and Douglass) have been leaders ever since their sophomore year here.
"It's not going to be the same without them."
Playing without a care in the world early, the Bobcats pounced on the higher-seeded Wolverines midway through the first half.
Nick Kellogg buried two triples, Cooper hit three free throws on a fouled long ball and Walter Offutt did damage inside as Ohio rattled off a 15-2 run to go up by as many as 13 with 2:45 to go in the half.
During Ohio's run, the Wolverines went 1-for-7 from the floor with five turnovers.
Michigan rallied just before the half, though, getting a breakout dunk from Burke, a long 3 from Hardaway and a tip-in from Smotrycz to close on a 7-0 run and trail the Bobcats 35-29 at halftime.
The Wolverines continued to surge in the second, drawing within two after a Smotrycz triple 5 minutes in made it 42-40.
But after each Michigan make, Ohio seemed to answer with a score of its own. And when the Bobcats missed, more often than not, the Wolverines countered with a missed layup or a botched hoop at or near the basket, and after D.J. Hall knocked down a triple from the top of the key with 11:10 to play, Ohio was back in control at 53-45.
"Every time we kind of got it close, they hit a big shot or got a big layup," Michigan sophomore forward Jordan Morgan said. "It was tough."
Michigan made one final charge behind Burke, as the freshman point guard rattled off 12 straight Wolverine points, pulling Michigan within one possession at 63-60 with just 4:12 to go.
The Wolverines then had four chances to tie in the game's final minute. Novak missed a triple, Burke missed two straight and then, with 6.8 seconds to play, Smotrycz turned the ball over in front of the Michigan bench.
The play sent the Ohio sideline into a frenzy, the Michigan sideline into a dejected haze and the Bobcat faithful into a chant of "we are Ohio."
Offut followed with two free throws to ice the upset.
"It was — it was a tough loss for our guys," Beilein said. "It's a difficult way to end the season, but we did not lose to a team that wasn't worthy of this win today; they're a good team."
Offutt finished with 11 points, while Ivo Baltic and Reggie Keely added 10 apiece for the Bobcats, who shot 51.2 percent for the game.
Michigan, meanwhile, went 22-for-54 from the floor and 7-for-23 from 3-point range.
The loss ends a somewhat surprising season for the Wolverines, who were expected to go through some growing pains by many after the early departure of former point guard Darius Morris.
But there was no solace to be had in the Michigan locker room following this one.
There will be time to look back fondly at memories later. For now, the moment was simply crushing.
"I'm trying to censor how I'm feeling," Novak said. "I don't know.
"I don't even know how to describe it."
Nick Baumgardner covers Michigan basketball for AnnArbor.com. He can be reached at 734-623-2514, by email at nickbaumgardner@annarbor.com and followed on Twitter @nickbaumgardner.
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Comments
genetracy
Mon, Mar 19, 2012 : 3:12 a.m.
Purdue gave it everything they had for 40 minutes and came up short against Kansas, 63-60. Give them credit, I was hoping the Big Ten would have five teams in the Sweet 16. I always thought Purdue was soft. When they beat Michigan at home on senior night, I thought is was a fluke. Looking back, it was because an overrated Michigan team quit.
Blue Marker
Mon, Mar 19, 2012 : 4:43 p.m.
Judging by the number of posts you have on this one article I'd say someone is obsessing. Remember, imitation may be the sincerest form of flattery but obsession can't be far behind.
genetracy
Mon, Mar 19, 2012 : 1:52 a.m.
This just in. The Ohio University just dispatched number 12 seed South Florida. Great game, great win for Ohio. South Florida played hard though. At least they did not quit like Michigan did Friday night.
genetracy
Sun, Mar 18, 2012 : 9:49 p.m.
So far this has been a great run for the Big 10. They are 9 - 1, with four teams headed to the Sweet 16. The lone loss? Ha! The Amazin' Blue. Maybe if you guys hurry up, you can petition the NIT as a late arrival.
SalineBob
Sun, Mar 18, 2012 : 5:36 p.m.
The comment below submitted by southernblu has to be one of the most arrogant comments I've heard in a long time. What do UM, Duke, USC & Notre Dame have in common? They are either private schools or one that acts like it in every way. Three of the four schools were bounced early in the NCAA hoops tournament. USC finished last in the Pac 12 this season. Independent Notre Dame football will continue down a path of non-relevance as the super conferences grow in power and prestige. Better start paying attention to the other "lesser" teams. That was not a green and white MSU team or scarlet and gray OSU team that just beat you but a very real and prestigious Ohio University. And don't insult the current or future U of M players by accusing them of having an "oh well attitude". I don't think that's true--not with all the hard work they put in. Yes, there are tons of fans from other schools who dislike U of M, Duke, USC and Notre Dame. And are enjoying their own teams ever increasing successes over this Arrogant Four. "Well, that was embarrassing. I think Michigan coaches really need to stress to current players and recruits that losing is absolutely NOT acceptable at Michigan. Schools like Michigan, Duke, USC, and Notre Dame will always have a large population of haters as is common for ultra successful programs. Whenever we lose, there will be tons of scorn by those who have nothing better to do than to hate Michigan--unlike most Michigan fans who couldn't care less about any other teams. We simply do not have the luxury of losing and taking an "oh well" attitude. The football and basketball coaches would do well to drill that into the heads of our players and recruits."
stunhsif
Sun, Mar 18, 2012 : 2 p.m.
When the going gets tough, Michigan folds like a lawn chair ! Sparty On. Go Green Go White
Goofus
Sun, Mar 18, 2012 : 4:55 a.m.
When the going gets tough...talk about recruiting = the Michigan Difference.
genetracy
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 10:26 p.m.
Hopefully Michigan's team watched the OSU - Gonzaga game. They would have witnessed a real basketball team come up big against a focused and dangerous opponent. Unlike your team last night who felt The Ohio Univesity was "just happy to be there". I geuss that was Michigan, who was happy just to make to the final 64.
boo
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 10:07 p.m.
to all the trolls, hope you enjoyed yourselves with all your posts. to "so called" michigan fans, stop jumping off bridges and quitting on the team and coach. we had a bad game. Ohio beat us fair and square. back to the trolls again. The next time I see you, please make sure you put extra napkins and ketchup packets in the bag. GO BLUE!!!
genetracy
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 10:22 p.m.
Like you graduated from UM.
julieswhimsies
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 8:43 p.m.
IU/Bloomington still in the running. So sorry UM got bumped. Send a little love to the Hoosiers!
Buckeye417
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 5:33 p.m.
So, does your fat football coach refer to Ohio University as Ohio State? Don't worry Michigan fans, the "Mustard and Blue" will be back next year.
jgtrueblue
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 3:31 p.m.
The only words that mean ANYTHING are - Thank you Coach B and Michigan Men for a great season. All other posts - get a life. (And that's being nice with what I really mean)
genetracy
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 10:06 p.m.
My we should pass a law where every forum involving UM sports will be a love fest.
julieswhimsies
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 8:45 p.m.
It's a game. Michigan had a fine season!
15crown00
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 5:10 p.m.
jgtrueblue maybe it's u who needs to get a life.you win or you lose.Wolves lost and lost bad.That's ALL that counts.
umstudent_osufan
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 3:15 p.m.
Hey Michigan, looks like the REAL OHIO had to show you who was boss!!!
15crown00
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 5:08 p.m.
Yep and they did
genetracy
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 3:04 p.m.
"Those who stay might be NIT champions"
Zack Conley II
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 2:52 p.m.
Our guys had a good season, that exceeded a lot of expectations, but in this game, we got exposed. Way too many 3-point attempts, little or no inside game, and not enough height and athleticism. I hope that the recruits coming in, will attempt to change things. If not, we will not be able to compete with the elite teams of the conference. (MSU, OSU) We need to get a lot bigger, better, and bolder. Go Blue!
genetracy
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 2:43 p.m.
Wolverine Nation. Insufferable in victory, whining denial in defeat.
15crown00
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 5:07 p.m.
That would be absolutely true genetracy
Goofus
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 2:35 p.m.
Stick to the N.I.T.
Jim Mcclain
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 1:56 p.m.
now remember this wasn't 'The Ohio State University ' that spanked you last week, this was 'Ohio University' ,a school of 35 thousand that spanked you last nite, wonder if Brady choked on his doughnuts last nite watching this,,, hey Brady,,,, Urban is waiting for you LMFAO
RudeJude
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 1:40 p.m.
It's bittersweet to see Novak and Douglass win a Big ten Title and then go out like this in the first round. Despite the loss, they accomplished a lot at Michigan, and helped make the program attractive to elite recruits again. They finished 3-1 against MSU and finally got that elusive win against OSU with several upsets against major teams along the way. Very proud of this team and excited about its future! Go Blue!
Barry MaCaukiner
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 4:58 p.m.
Hilarious... a 'co-title' in a 3-way tie atop the B1G... there is no one -- NO ONE -- outside of Ann Arbor and the Dazed 'n' Blue's fanbase takes Michigan seriously as a basketball threat or as one of the true B1G champions for this season. This is clearly reflected in MSU and OSU being #2 seeds and UM being a #4 seed in the 2012 NCAA Tourney, which was highly overrated, as is now apparent. Seriously, Michigan fans -- stick to the NIT in hoops, and 2nd- or 3rd-place in the Legends Division in football!!
aarox
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 2:40 p.m.
Yes we had a good season. A great season in fact. We significantly overachieved and beat some better teams. We are still limited by the lack of an inside game. This means that our long range shooting has to be on, every night. That's not going to happen. Also it makes us easy to know how to defend. And we don't wear down the defenses. We are making progress, but there is a limit to how far we can go with the strategy in place here.
robotmonster
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 1:12 p.m.
Will Wal-Mart nation finally call the Buckeyes Ohio State now that they faced the real OHIO? Don't think so- I get the feeling they are like Limbaugh- don't like dealing in facts.
jscd91
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 1:11 p.m.
Nick Baumgardner posted in the title of this article that it was a second-round loss. Though it was the second day of the tourney, it was still a first-round loss, no? Second-round loss implies they won in the first round, which they did not. The second round starts today.
Basic Bob
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 1:40 p.m.
Now they count the four play-in games in Dayton as the first round. Let's see if they absorb the NIT and open up the tournament to 96 teams for a real first round. It's not like ESPN is making a lot broadcasting the Not Invited Tournament.
Nick Baumgardner
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 1:34 p.m.
Jscd91, Technically, the NCAA play-in games count as the first round now. Strange, I know. But Michigan's game with Ohio was in fact a second round game. The third round begins today (Saturday).
15crown00
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 12:12 p.m.
well haughty,arrogant fans how do you feel about your over rated basketball team now?they GOT BEAT by a school that had no business even playing them. Hail to the Losers Valiant" Champions of the West?How Long Ago Was That?Oh that's right back in the C.Web,Ed Martin,Steve Fish DAYS. Meanwhile SPARTY plays at least 1 More Game SPARTY ON
Blue Marker
Mon, Mar 19, 2012 : 4:07 p.m.
Could you please capitalize words you really want to emphasize and bring up things that happened 20 years ago? Thank you.
a2contrarian
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 12:03 p.m.
As I stated in a post a few weeks ago - live by the three, die by the three. UM was slow and didn't defend a lick. Plus karma kicked in with all of that Ohio stuff. I don't think Beilein is a bad coach but all of the homer push for coach of the year was ridiculous. Izzo, Ryan and Painter were all more deserving. Yes, Izzo is a whiner but rarely does a team of his quit or quit playing defense. I am a Spartan but did wish to see UM advance and do believe that Novak is one of the best players in the conference - gritty, smart, uses everything he has. State will remain the pre-eminent b-ball program even with M's recruits. Football, alas, I think will be a different story.
gandalf073
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 8:56 a.m.
so you all thought it was so cute to call Ohio State "Ohio". Well, guess what, you just met the real Ohio and they beat you; as do all teams from Ohio. Guess Michigan University goes home a loser; again.
AceDeuce
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 8:32 a.m.
I don't know why so many people are angry or acting like this was a huge upset. As of right now there isn't a single mention of it on ESPN.com because the two No.2 seeds that got beat were real upset games. Some people are acting like Beilein has had the cream of the crop for recruiting players these past couple seasons. You do realize that we don't have a single true center, and only one true point guard right? I mean Stu and Zack werent even recruited by anyone else, and Beilein turned them into Big Ten champs. Dissapointing game? Most definitely. Disappointing end to a decent season? Definitely. But biggest upset of the year? Not even close, it wasn't even the second biggest upset of the day!
Shlobodon Dobodon
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 7:02 p.m.
Nobody said it was the upset of the year. The thing is umich needed to be put in their place. Now that they've been slapped by the MAC, umich fans can all agree that they are a poopy team in reality.
15crown00
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 5:16 p.m.
Co champs with 2 other teams who are still playing in the NCAA.I would take Novak on my team.as far as the rest of them go we'll see what happens in the next 3 years. SPARTY ON
genetracy
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 2:39 p.m.
Case in point. "We got our butts kicked by a lesser opponent, but it was not that big of a defeat"
garrisondyer
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 5:32 a.m.
Could we please get an inside presence? Like, possibly, yesterday!?
Shlobodon Dobodon
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 5:31 a.m.
Glad to see your seniors go out like the immature little chumps that they are. Blame it on coaching/administration. Look up to Izzo like the daddy you wish you had.
Shlobodon Dobodon
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 5:28 a.m.
Looking forward to Alabama? LoL let the feeling of defeat wash over you.
trigg7
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 5:15 a.m.
MAC school...Did someone say final 4 next year,WOW Atleast you can sit back and watch a real team in MSU now. O, thanks for the easy cash! lol
genetracy
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 5:10 a.m.
Numerous coaches, current and former players, and sportwriters warned of Ohio. Even A2.com had an article about Ohio's players nad how focused they were on winning. Not one Michigan fan gave them the least bit of credit. In fact, plenty of bulletin board material was provided for the Bobcats by you Blue fans. All I can say is good job. You also my not want to antagonize the Crimson Tide too much over the summer or it will be very ugly in Dallas.
genetracy
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 2:36 p.m.
Hey Ace, I grew up in Ann Arbor and learned to dislike all things UM athletics at moments like this. In their arrogance, a Michigan fan will never admit defeat. It was the refs, the other team cheating, bad weather, etc. I read A2.com daily for the local news and like to visit these forums after major defeats by your teams to hear Wolverine nation whine and refuse to accept defeat. Yes I troll, but are these forums always suppose to be a UM love fest?
AceDeuce
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 8:41 a.m.
Oh my God you need a life genetracy! You obviously aren't a Michigan fan so why do you even visit this website? Do you even live in Ann Arbor? No? Just trolling around talking trash? Awesome, what a life you must aspire to....
stunhsif
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 4:57 a.m.
Michigan had a "Big Mac Attack" and got smoked. Meanwhile, their Big Brother's to the north in St. Patty's green move on as a sweet oiled machine. Sparty On ! Go Green Go White
Matt Beal
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 4:53 a.m.
The Fix Was In when Missouri, Michigan and Duke all lost their games on purpose Friday. Does anyone out there still believe college basketball has an ounce of integrity anymore? Deliberately missed shots, deliberate turnovers, deliberately lackadaisical defense, all day long. Just open your eyes and open your mind, and you'll realize those games were fixed. All three favorites could have won by 20 points if they had been ALLOWED to win. The next time a game doesn't seem to be quite right, ask yourself if both teams are really giving it the old college try. For more on the fixing of college sports, see https://www.facebook.com/#!/pages/The-Fix-Is-In/372952554878 and www.brussellsprout.blogspot.com
Jim Mcclain
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 2:01 p.m.
wow talk about out of touch with reality
Basic Bob
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 1:36 p.m.
Those mid-majors didn't just LAY DOWN at the feet of the OVERRATED. Michigan had NO CHANCE in this game from the onset, had you actually watched this team during the regular season. Ohio beat Akron twice down the stretch to get to this game. Yes, the Zips could beat Michigan on a neutral court, too. Michigan needs to schedule some non-conference games against MAC teams instead of Arkansas-Pine Bluff and Ferris State. Of course that will drop them right out of the polls along with other overrated teams like Missou and Duke.
15crown00
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 12:16 p.m.
how about just saying our team was over rated and Not Good Enough.cry me some blue tears you of fixed games.
Mush Room
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 12:09 p.m.
After putting my tin hat on this post made perfect sense.
genetracy
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 5:03 a.m.
Boy, you Michigan fans are reaching.
braggslaw
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 4:34 a.m.
Epic failure Humiliating
MjC
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 4:03 a.m.
#0 it was pure joy watching you play these past for years, you will always be one of our leaders and best. Cheers to the UM Class of 2012!
John william
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 4:02 a.m.
Sometimes I cant believe this fan base...people who are complaining about not have amy big man should remember that up until this year no big man with any talent would come to Michigan, Michigan won a big ten championship with only two recruits who had any buisness in the b1g, the fact is he turned novak, douglas, and morgan into big ten players. Beilein did what no coach could do for the last 12 years at Michigan which is get into the tournament, now that Michigan has the facilities the talent is coming so all the bandwagon fans can complain after this one but beilein is a great coach and Michigan will be a final four contender next year.
John william
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 8:21 p.m.
So based on "Goofus and XTR" theory since Duke regressed and lost to Duke than he is a bad coach and should be fired good teams lose all the time that why its March Madness
kmgeb2000
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 3:37 p.m.
Not everyone in the area is automatically a UM fan, some are actually EMU and MAC fans. This may be news to the typical UM fan but another university does exist in Washtenaw County.
XTR
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 7:38 a.m.
This year is this year, next year is next. Fact is, Beilein did not get the most out of this team this year. His team regressed in the end unlike MSU and that is a sign of his coaching.
Goofus
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 4:42 a.m.
This team...a Final Four contender next year? What's the over/under on a first round boot coming back to end in the Final Four the next season? That longshot gotta have a good payout in Vegas.
TFR
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 3:36 a.m.
Does Mich now understand the difference between OSU and Ohio? Sweet redemption; in my mind. Referring to OSU as "Ohio" isn't so cute and funny anymore, is it? Go STATE!!
Liger
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 3:30 a.m.
@southernblu Since when is Michigan's basketball program "ultra successful?" Am I missing something? They just won a share of their first Big Ten championship in 26 years. The deciding factor of this game, like every Michigan loss this year, was the reliance on the 3-pointer. They live and die by it, and tonight they died. On the bright side, the Big Ten won 5 of 6. Only the Wolverines couldn't make it a perfect start.
genetracy
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 3:25 a.m.
And to add insult to injury, Ohio University had a much better marching band than the UM. Ever see the marching 100? Much more entertaining than the cardboard cutouts at Michigan.
trigg7
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 3:23 a.m.
WOW if thats what you shoot for...lol
trigg7
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 3:14 a.m.
Like I said one and done.Easy money! great job guys, go OHIO. NOWback to where you belong....what a joke you guys are. lol
observer
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 3:11 a.m.
they should be ashamed of themselves......losing to a MAC team.....hail to the victors.....
-ohio-
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 3:07 a.m.
um -ohio- go it?
southernblu
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 3:04 a.m.
Well, that was embarrassing. I think Michigan coaches really need to stress to current players and recruits that losing is absolutely NOT acceptable at Michigan. Schools like Michigan, Duke, USC, and Notre Dame will always have a large population of haters as is common for ultra successful programs. Whenever we lose, there will be tons of scorn by those who have nothing better to do than to hate Michigan--unlike most Michigan fans who couldn't care less about any other teams. We simply do not have the luxury of losing and taking an "oh well" attitude. The football and basketball coaches would do well to drill that into the heads of our players and recruits.
aarox
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 2:38 p.m.
*maybe that should be 'pride' *blush*
aarox
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 2:35 p.m.
15crown00 you are spot on. everyone else ask yourself why OSU is not nearly so roundly disliked across the country. there is a difference between proudness and arrogance. i am a proud UM fan.
j
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 1:23 p.m.
"ultra successful programs" ???? really we are talking about Michigan Basketball. "most michigan fans won couldn't care less about any other teams" So they don't take sings to bowl games about opponents they lost to?
15crown00
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 12:24 p.m.
Maybe Southblu it's just a matter of hating the arrogant attitudes of Blue and Yellow fans just like you and the rest of the misguided faithful.
ferdcom
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 4:12 a.m.
"Most Michigan fans couldn't care less about other teams"? Really??
heartbreakM
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 2:58 a.m.
Michigan played 2 poor games at the end of the year, but let's face it, both Ohio teams played very well, hit their jumpshots, and did the little things well to earn their victories. I don't know why Michigan didn't go for 2 with 1 minute remaining and then try to defend well so they can get the ball back. But I guess when you play 3-ball the whole time, that's what you do. It's the same thing as B-line's career. Teach good defense, shoot the 3, but if the 3 is not falling, or if your guard can't get out of the grip of the defense, don't have a backup plan. Much as I think Ohio played well, if we hit our easy inside layups (missed 4-5 of them), we win the game. Congrats Ohio on a well deserved victory. Hope B-line learns from this.
15crown00
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 12:25 p.m.
like a fan said in another posting "live by the three ,die by the three."
Goofus
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 4:43 a.m.
Two bad games at the end of the year. Hmm. Imagine that. Congrats on the Co-Championship.
ranger007
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 2:58 a.m.
There was a basketball game tonite?
Shlobodon Dobodon
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 5:39 a.m.
No, not really.
miatamich
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 4:42 a.m.
Yes. Duke vs. Lehigh.
-ohio-
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 3:09 a.m.
yes...the OHIO bobcats beatdownthe wol'f'erenes
Albee Macaw
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 2:55 a.m.
How pathetic are your expectations and standards when you back into a conference championship get eliminated by a 13 seed in the first round and your fans think it was a successful year? Wow.
15crown00
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 12:26 p.m.
don't get much worse than that does it? SPARTY ON
OHBrian
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 2:52 a.m.
Now that Michigan has played Ohio U for the first time in decades, do you now see the difference between OHIO and Ohio State? OH! Sorry, I guess it might be hard to see, since it seems you lose to both of them! Noone at Ohio U tries to disrespect the University of Michigan, why do you feel the need to disrespect Ohio University? Grow up and call Ohio U Ohio and call Ohio State Ohio State. You have been warned. An angry Bobcat is just as mean as an angry Buckeye.
-ohio-
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 3:08 a.m.
+1
cutty240
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 2:50 a.m.
I've told you Michigan fans for a while.John will almost get you there.He's a good Coach,but not a great Coach.You live by the 3,you die by the 3.Hell if i was you guys I'd blame it on Rich Rod too.Did you really think you were the 13th best Team In The Country.
kmgeb2000
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 2:49 a.m.
I guess they did learn something not taught in class . . . . . . at least a little humility. Although, it does tend to be a bitter lesson.
Goofus
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 4:23 a.m.
Are you kidding about this team being humble? This is the biggest team of goons I've ever seen. They all must major in theater the way they flop for the refs. Novak deserves an Academy Award for 4 solid years of taking charges in an attempt to gain cheap fouls.
heartbreakM
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 2:54 a.m.
this Michigan team is nothing but humble. Nobody but nobody on that team squawks on the court, disrespects the opponent, or anything like that. You can grumble over the "Ohio" thing, but that is not an arrogance thing. Congrats on your team's well-deserved victory.
darryl tincknell
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 2:52 a.m.
Hardaway confirms he'll be back next year? Where the hell does he think he was going? The NBA?
C. C. Carry
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 2:49 a.m.
Ohio University was founded in 1804, as such it has a much longer pedagree then the University of Michigan. Campus is an idyllic setting of hills, lakes and rivers in the Appalachian foothills. I recommend that Dave Brandon et al start calling all those teams from south of the border "Toledo." That way he can claim not losing to Ohio University or The Ohio State University.
Goofus
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 4:21 a.m.
Too bad the football team already lost to Toledo too. Oh wait is this trick question?
redceder1
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 3:26 a.m.
That will probably happen.
-ohio-
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 3:12 a.m.
nah, just 'appalachian'..........go state !
Albee Macaw
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 2:48 a.m.
No not really. Truth is UM made a name for App State by playing a piss poor game and getting beat. Truth is App State should be remembered more for their titles they won in their division than by winning 1 single game. What division would that be? A. The Cincinnati Moeller's and St Ignatius of Ohio play in tougher divisions. Your school will never live it down that they never should. One thing to stink but to have your face rubbed into it by a team that the top Ohio HS teams would beat is flat out embarrassing.
-ohio-
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 3:22 a.m.
so the wol'f'erenes lose to moeller and st ignatius....that why you have to recuite from them and columbus ohio and still dilute with all michigan recruites? Please post you SAT score.
Albee Macaw
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 2:38 a.m.
Wow Albee, way to come up with an original thought on the App State comment. Truth hurts does it not?
perfectlyflwed
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 2:40 a.m.
No not really. Truth is UM made a name for App State by playing a piss poor game and getting beat. Truth is App State should be remembered more for their titles they won in their division than by winning 1 single game.
Blake Adamws
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 2:34 a.m.
Anyone know how many layups Michigan missed?
genetracy
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 3:17 a.m.
All of them.
Jed I Knight
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 2:34 a.m.
Ohio! Karma.
John Edwards
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 2:31 a.m.
What part of Go Blue do you guys not understand?
-ohio-
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 3:13 a.m.
Go bobcats !
aarox
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 2:52 a.m.
we are all Go Blue but not unrealistically arrogant,. that is all.
redceder1
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 2:50 a.m.
Maybe the yellow pants part?
Albee Macaw
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 2:40 a.m.
How about turning blue after getting humiliated by two OHIO schools?
Albee Macaw
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 2:27 a.m.
Nice. Humiliated by two OHIO schools in less then one week w/ one being a MAC school. This team is way off except for competing for the bottom of the big ten. Nice also that you are the first to disgrace the Big 10 by being the first representative of the conference to go down. Nice cross over by that geeky looking white dude. Get used to the humiliation as w/ Urb settling in this nightmare is only going to get worse. Thanks B Joke for giving the Bobcats more incentive by insulting them by referring to TOSU as Ohio. Sure your basketball coach is thrilled. This has to bring back vision of Appalachian State after losing to a team known as the Bonging Bobcats.
XTR
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 7:30 a.m.
Unbelievable that Beilein lost to Ohio. Whatta disappointing season!
perfectlyflwed
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 2:32 a.m.
Wow Albee, way to come up with an original thought on the App State comment.
Bennie's Curse
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 2:25 a.m.
Time to forget the blue and Go Green for St. Patrick's Day as the green Baylor, Ohio, S. Florida, Norfolk State, etc rock the house. Bennie'sCurse
TP
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 2:19 a.m.
It's difficult to win big games with one big man. In Beilein's five years with Michigan, I am disappointed that they (he) has only secured one real, consistent big man. Also, living and dying by the three is getting old.
XTR
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 7:27 a.m.
That is why Beilein should be held responsible if the team lays an egg.
miatamich
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 4:39 a.m.
Burke is not that big...
Bennie's Curse
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 2:19 a.m.
THE Harvard of Wash-em-all County now earns a Bee-Line to the bus back home. A-mazed and blew again. Put that banner on moth balls for awhile at Wal-Mart hokey-dokey. Bennie'sCurse
15crown00
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 12:30 p.m.
I Love It
-ohio-
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 3:24 a.m.
'ohio'
perfectlyflwed
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 2:16 a.m.
Congrats to Stu and Zack on a stellar career and good luck on all future endeavors!!!!
Brady73
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 2:15 a.m.
Bad night for the yellow and blue. Way to go Ohio.
katmando
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 2:13 a.m.
premature? not hardly overratedmore than likely.
michboy40
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 2:10 a.m.
This team just never figured it out. They were out of sync in many games toward the end of the year, and tonight they were bad in every way. The defense and coaching were the most glaring deficiencies.
redceder1
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 2:09 a.m.
So does Bline now refer to Ohio as Ohio State to disrespect them? Ohio, Ohio State..... Appalachian? Does it really matter?
Blue Marker
Mon, Mar 19, 2012 : 3:54 p.m.
Still reaching back for Appalachain? I'll see your ASU and raise you two Central Michigan's!
-ohio-
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 3:25 a.m.
congrats to the bobcats
perfectlyflwed
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 2:08 a.m.
All the B-Ball geniuses out there want to lay blame on Coach B, lack of D, no Bigs, etc. We had a good season, unfortunately we ran into a talented team that couldn't miss a shot. Yeah D was a little suspect on our part, but Beilien is building a solid program, so those that are calling for Coach B's head can go ahead and apply for the job and take us to the final four. Clowns!!!
aarox
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 2:27 p.m.
I'll have what your having. Yes we had a good season. A great season in fact. We significantly overachieved and beat some better teams. We are still limited by the lack of an inside game. This means that our long range shooting has to be on, every night. That's not going to happen. Also it makes us easy to know how to defend. And we don't wear down the defenses. We are making progress, but there is a limit to how far we can go with the strategy in place here.
XTR
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 7:24 a.m.
Beilein did not get the most out of the season. His team regressed in the end not like MSU and OSU. Hard to believe right now that UM split with MSU and OSU in this season. Regression in the end is not good coaching, give Beilein that responsibility.
perfectlyflwed
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 2:31 a.m.
Oh and @BlueInSC, way to equate what Beilein has done to Rodriguez. Let it go already, we are winning again!!!!
perfectlyflwed
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 2:26 a.m.
@BlueInSC, so Beilein's stubborn one-dimensional scheme is to blame for bringing UM BBall back to relevance. He used his style to build off what Amaker started, and now recruits will start looking at UM, a al Mitch McGary.
perfectlyflwed
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 2:22 a.m.
And when UM is down by 13 and close within 2 on a few occassions, when it gets down to 3 minutes left, as a young team does, they begin pressing for 3's. The Cooper kid played lights out, and then Clark's son hit some monster shots as well as the other players for Ohio. Yeah Ohio only hit one field goal in the last whatever, but the damage was done.
Joseph Stratton
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 2:15 a.m.
Ohio only made one field goal in the last 7 minutes.
mczacharias
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 2:06 a.m.
So which team does Coach Beilein call 'Ohio' now? It's only fitting that UM loses to the REAL Ohio. Maybe now we can find some maturity as coaches and fans and again begin referring to our main rival as Ohio State.
XTR
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 7:21 a.m.
Yeah, the Hoke Gimmick is a childish gimmick, it is not done by a classy individual. This loss is just right for that reason.
treetowncartel
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 2:03 a.m.
Supernasty!!
Oh Rly
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 1:58 a.m.
So, little sisters, do you enjoy fruit? So, how do you like them apples? Thought our lose against OSU was a hoot? Well, you must be dying over this stinker. The worst thing about losing to OSU was that UM got a piece of the Big Ten title. Way to let a MAC school beat a Big Ten co-champ. You're an embarrassment to the league. Enjoy our latest tourney run, and you know what? You won't be seeing signs in the stands trashing UM because we are ashamed our how our little sisters let a MAC team walk over a Big Ten champ.
B2Pilot
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 11:46 p.m.
Sounds like you have a lot of anger: You still mad at us for kicking your butt for so many years-
Tom
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 4:42 a.m.
Walverine tears taste like Gumbo! Rhymes with Dumbo!
-ohio-
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 3:26 a.m.
NIT for u
Joseph Stratton
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 2:07 a.m.
ouch.
Joseph Stratton
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 1:57 a.m.
"Looks like the basketball program didn't recruit enough players from Ohio." -Brady Hoke
maizenbluedoc
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 1:56 a.m.
I have never been a huge Beilein fan and have been promptly criticized by those covering for him, but tonight's loss rests precisely on John Beilein's shoulder......he did not have the team ready to play. It's that simple. One of the worst games I have seen them play. congratulations to Ohio, they were the better team tonight and deserved to win. A good season? Yes, but you have to win the big ones in order to get the recognition as being a great team. I'm hoping for a better season next year, but I expect the same style coaching from Beilein. Has anyone ever observed Beilein diagramming a play during a TO? I can't recall any.
IMsoBURR
Sun, Mar 18, 2012 : 10:51 p.m.
well, if you really want to know, michigan doesnt run plays. when we had darius morris, beilein ran pick and rolls. now with trey burke, who is better at the pick and roll game than morris, beilein has given him full control over the offense. this is why you dont see him drawing up plays. this is a young team, and this tournament experience will make the team better.
Blue Marker
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 1:42 p.m.
I guess they should fire that coach at Duke too while we're at it. Take a deep breath and relax you fairweather! Beilein is considered one of the best in the game at setting up plays out of time outs.
genetracy
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 1:56 a.m.
I thought Michigan's number 4 seed was generous. I have now come to the conclusion they had no business in the tournament whatsoever.
XTR
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 7:15 a.m.
With the way UM played against Purdue, Minnesota and Ohio State? What a disaster as it turns out.
genetracy
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 2:51 a.m.
No Mike, just Michigan.
barnz378
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 2:40 a.m.
We only are 7 deep and a couple of those players should not even be out there. I give coach Belien 2 years and I mean that. He should of called Darious out and told him he wasn't ready. Just sick of seeing skinny kids come in here and not progress from there freshmen season, when they do, they think they can go pro.
Albee Macaw
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 2:31 a.m.
Yes the NIT would be a reach for this group of pathetic players.
aarox
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 2:01 a.m.
espn had us as an 8 seed for what its worth. we all knew that beilein has a one-dimensional approach. on the plus side it took us out of the bottom of the barrel, at the same time the top-side potential is limited. i think we achieved what we were capable of this year.
Mike
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 2 a.m.
So Duke and Missouri didn't belong in the tournament either?
craigjjs
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 1:55 a.m.
I have stopped drinking the cool aid. This 'great season' ended on Senior Night against Purdue when the team quit playing and never found a way to restart. If Beilein gets credit for the 'great season', he deserves the blame for a stunning post-season flop.
XTR
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 7:11 a.m.
What a disappointing end. That's Beilein ball in 4 years, no toughness in his team, all finesse and finesse players. When the 3's don't fall and going gets tough, they fold. What disappointing season it turns out.
John
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 1:55 a.m.
We backed into B1G Championship thanks to Two straight MSU losses. This is just as bad as Appalachian State. Pitiful really.
John
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 4:02 p.m.
That's very true... I didn't consider it from that perspective. We did win two in a row whilst MSU was losing. Point well taken!
miatamich
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 4:37 a.m.
You don't back into anything when you win your games.
-ohio-
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 3:28 a.m.
go 'state'
genetracy
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 1:58 a.m.
Michiagn teams are great at backing in championships. But they do have a nice fight sone and their whining fans travel well.
BlueInBama
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 1:53 a.m.
John Beilein = Rich Rodriguez of Basketball... A narrow-minded, one-dimensional approach with no big men. A recipe for disaster!
Justin
Mon, Mar 19, 2012 : 2:12 p.m.
Hey B2Pilot, just thought I'd say finishing the big ten co champs and losing in the first round is definitly not something to be proud of. Michigan fans bash on Izzo all the time and guess what he was in his 4th year coaching State? Big Ten Champs OUTRIGHT and made it to the final four. Following that year National Champs lol. Talk to the ole MSU fans when your on our level
B2Pilot
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 11:41 p.m.
bluebama Michigan had a 7 footer who injured his hip 3 years ago and never recovered. the other big men are redishirting and will be in the mix next year. the program is still developing and yet; hoisting a banner in his 4th season is remarkable and alot of other big ten teams are envious. Relax, Beilein is a helll of coach and we are proud to have a man of his character He is a true Michigan man in every sense of the phrase!!!!!!!!!!
BornInA2
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 3:30 a.m.
Yep. Not enough toughness, not enough poise, not enough size.
maizenbluedoc
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 1:58 a.m.
I concur 100% and posted the same on the BB forum.
Kristin
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 1:50 a.m.
OU Oh yeah! Love those Bobcats!
-ohio-
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 3:30 a.m.
'ohio'
PLGreen
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 1:50 a.m.
Some day the Big 10 will learn to respect the MAC. Go Eagles!
Basic Bob
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 1:24 p.m.
@craigjis, There are many reasons to respect the MAC. Not so much in football, but they have some worthy basketball programs. Four MAC East teams could have beat this Big Ten co-champ on a neutral court: Ohio, Akron, Kent, and Buffalo. They just don't have the rabid fan base of a Big Ten school, willing to travel thousands of miles and spend thousands of dollars at an irrelevant bowl game by a so-so team. I can admire the loyalty of Big Ten fans while still questioning their sanity.
genetracy
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 2:50 a.m.
Craig. 2/11/2012. EMU 68 - Ohio Univerity 55. 3/16/12, Ohio University 65 - UM 60.
PLGreen
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 2:07 a.m.
@craigjjs. I will give you the fact that the Eagles Men's Team is suspect. However you can't deny that the Lady Eagles took down the Lady Wolverines the last two meetings. I will stand by the MAC any day.
craigjjs
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 1:58 a.m.
There is no reason to respect the MAC and, certainly, no reason to try to give your sorry team credit for Ohio's performance.
Greggy_D
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 1:50 a.m.
Hilarious. Some voting in the poll actually believe a UM player was MVP. In a First Round 4 vs. 13 loss. Delusional.
Theo's Brother
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 1:47 a.m.
And heeeeeeeeere come the trolls! HORRIBLE loss! But big picture, it was a great season and a step in the right direction! GO BLUE!
15crown00
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 12:31 p.m.
Blah! Blah! Blah
AceDeuce
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 8:15 a.m.
"'Great season'? Oh, I guess you are referring to the irrelevant regular season. Okay, whatever gives you solace my friend." ARE YOU KIDDING ME!?!?!?!!!! That has got to be the dumbest thing I've ever read. Without the REGULAR SEASON there is no qualifying for the the big dance or for a bowl game. Not to mention sharing the Big Ten title.
Theo's Brother
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 2:14 a.m.
If the regular season is so irrelevant, how come nonconference games in November have significant weight come selection time??? Yeah makes perfect sense.
Joseph Stratton
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 2 a.m.
"Great season"? Oh, I guess you are referring to the irrelevant regular season. Okay, whatever gives you solace my friend.
Theo's Brother
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 1:59 a.m.
So much for that bowl game next year, too.
genetracy
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 1:48 a.m.
So much for that Elite 8 finish you predicted.
genetracy
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 1:47 a.m.
I guess Michigan never recovered from the slapping they got from The Ohio State University last weekend.
Peter
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 1:42 a.m.
This is all Brady Hoke's fault.
-ohio-
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 3:31 a.m.
he helped - a lot----keep yaping
catfishrisin
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 1:41 a.m.
How sweet!!! Ohio State and now a MAC team Ohio....pathetic for Michigan however
Goofus
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 1:39 a.m.
How long until Evan Smotrycz transfers?
Goofus
Wed, Mar 21, 2012 : 7:55 p.m.
I guess about two weeks is the answer. He GONE!
treetowncartel
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 2:07 a.m.
Why is he dribbling the ball down y three with ten seconds left? Lets hope the other two Michigan schools can bring it tonight.
Mike
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 1:38 a.m.
John Beilein did a nice job with the team this year, but what a terrible coaching performance. He was outsmarted the entire game, and the team was completely unprepared. Extremely disappointing end to the season.
genetracy
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 2:45 a.m.
Good point Barnz. Anger sounds alot better than whining.
barnz378
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 2:32 a.m.
Nice? Nice season. Nice finishes last. Is Izzo nice? How about Tom Crean? I'm sick of recruiting nice guys. We need some bulls. Some hard jacks. Get in the weight room and bulk up. I hope this stings. I would not pick up a ball this summer. If each of these guys can not gain 15 pounds of muscle this summer, I would transfer to another school. Playing for a travel sguad all summer will do nothing.
Goofus
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 1:38 a.m.
It's THE Ohio Bobcats. lulz.
genetracy
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 1:38 a.m.
THE Ohio University 65, The Arrogant and Overrated Team From up North 60. Ha!
genetracy
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 2:16 p.m.
Well Ace, in case you have not noticed, the whole Wolverine nation is arrogant. Is it any wonder the rest of the nation loves it when you lose? By Michigan standards, it was a successful season but all of your big wins were at home. You backed into your championship and laughed at MSU when they lost a buzzer beater at home to OSU but then flopped at home on senior night to Purdue (Purdue?) and did not even show up against OSU in the Big Ten playoffs. You were seeded way to high at four and laughed when you found out Ohio was your opponent. Michigan fans provided plenty of bulletion board material for the Bobcats with your arrogance displayed in the national forums. Need I say more? Michigan embarrassed themselves and the Big Ten last night.
AceDeuce
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 8:04 a.m.
Are you kidding me? How is the Michigan hoops team arrogant? They are one of the most humble teams in the country, always giving props to other teams and never talking crap about anyone. And how are we overrated? We beat OSU, MSU, Indiana, Wisco, and were 13-5 in the Big Ten. THE Ohio university Final Four appearances in school history=0. THE Ohio university National Championships=0. Get to the Final Four or win anything ever that actually matters and then you can talk all you want. But as of right now, OSU makes most schools in Ohio look like community colleges.
Greggy_D
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 1:45 a.m.
What about you, Mike? Gene is just telling it like it is.
genetracy
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 1:45 a.m.
It better than staying home and watching your almighty Blue choke.
GoBlue1984
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 1:37 a.m.
A Big Ten Banner gets to go up at the start of next season... don't fret this loss, you all did a great job this year. Go Blue!
umstudent_osufan
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 3:11 p.m.
Hey Michigan, I guess the REAL OHIO had to show you who was Boss!!!!!
barnz378
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 2:24 a.m.
I would not raise the banner. We backed into it. Seven players deep? That is not recruiting. There is not one kid on the bench that would play at MSU or OSU. We will all know when we have 10 players. It won't be now or next year.
redceder1
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 2:16 a.m.
Yes, cherish it because it will be another 26 years until a fluke like this happens again. Thanks for embarassing the Big 10.
Joseph Stratton
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 2:02 a.m.
"You all did a great job this year." Seriously? Do you realize how major an upset and embarrassment tonight's game was for this program and the long-lasting challenges it could create for recruiting? Sheesh.
genetracy
Sat, Mar 17, 2012 : 1:39 a.m.
Does the Big 10 hand out a banner for the most overrated team? Mich will win it hands down every year.