smc

[TripletDaddy]

I'm surprised there is no thread for tonights game.

This will be the second time this season BYU hosts a Top 25 nationally ranked team, making BYU's home schedule the best in the state by any measure.

Let's get a roll call going. Also, a roll call of shame for those that are going up North to the Jazz game.

Game starts at 7MST and is allegedly sold out. Should be a noisy night as BYU hands SMC its first conference loss.

I'm pumped for tonight. BYU wins.

[jay santos]

I'm in.

[kccougar]

Sold out? I'm just headed to byucougars.com to get three tickets. I hope I can still find them.

[higherroad]

If BYU is to even have a chance this game, Davies & Hartsock are going to need to carry the load -- on both sides of the court. I believe BYU has a considerable advantage inside; not necessarily on the glass, yet scoring, moving, defending, etc.

St Mary's has one of the best PG's, if not the best overall PG in College Hoops right now in Dellavadenovanananava. He doesn't look it, but he sure plays like it. Also, their 2-guard, Holt, is tremendously athletic, strong, can hit 3's, is an elite defender.

I just don't see Carlino or Zylstra or even Abouo defending the Gael guards enough to overcome their 'spread' offense.

Can Carlino bust out of his recent funk and hit some open shots this game? Can he hang with Mouthpiece in the backcourt to limit his scrappy(dirty?), yet do-it-all play?

Can Davies keep Jones off the glass for once?

Hopefully, Charles can put together a solid all-around game as he did in the beginning of the season, b/c BYU has the size/strength/athletic advantage at the "3" over St Mary's Jorden Page or Clint Steindl.

It will be BYU's Bigs vs SMC's Guards.

I'm uncertain whether BYU can contain the Gaels well enough or consistent enough to win. I think you can score on them, out-rebound them, maybe even out-shoot them, but can you STOP them? I have my doubts even at home.

BYU didn't play that poorly last game in Moraga, it was more the fact St Mary's racked up nearly 100 pts and scored on nearly 75% of their possessions.

Hopefully, the Cougs play inspired basketball tonight. Outside of the Hartsock/Davies, Abouo needs to play smart basketball, Carlino needs to find the bottom of the net, and Zylstra will have to have one of his patented, "where did that come from" moments for a BYU victory.

It can happen. I thought the atmosphere vs LMU last week at MC was pretty subpar given what you're student section is capable of -- I expect a better effort tonight by the players and the fans.

The good news is SMC has been suspect on the road, so now is the time to nip them in the bud.

A BYU win is good/exciting for the entire Conference. I, for one, will be rooting for BYU tonight, which may be the last time until next season, so make good on tonight's opportunity.

[kccougar]

If BYU is to even have a chance this game...

[doctorcoug]

I, for one, will be rooting for BYU tonight, which may be the last time until next season, so make good on tonight's opportunity.

I'm so honored that you are rooting for BYU. I certainly hope the team sees your interest today and raises the bar.

[TripletDaddy]

Sold out? I'm just headed to byucougars.com to get three tickets. I hope I can still find them.

Allegedly. Actually, I think you might still be able to get upper bowl top row type stuff.

stubhub has some reasonably priced tix, as well.

KSL seems to be selling as fast as they can be listed.

Return and report!

[TripletDaddy]

If BYU is to even have a chance this game, Davies & Hartsock are going to need to carry the load -- on both sides of the court. I believe BYU has a considerable advantage inside; not necessarily on the glass, yet scoring, moving, defending, etc.

St Mary's has one of the best PG's, if not the best overall PG in College Hoops right now in Dellavadenovanananava. He doesn't look it, but he sure plays like it. Also, their 2-guard, Holt, is tremendously athletic, strong, can hit 3's, is an elite defender.

I just don't see Carlino or Zylstra or even Abouo defending the Gael guards enough to overcome their 'spread' offense.

Can Carlino bust out of his recent funk and hit some open shots this game? Can he hang with Mouthpiece in the backcourt to limit his scrappy(dirty?), yet do-it-all play?

Can Davies keep Jones off the glass for once?

Hopefully, Charles can put together a solid all-around game as he did in the beginning of the season, b/c BYU has the size/strength/athletic advantage at the "3" over St Mary's Jorden Page or Clint Steindl.

It will be BYU's Bigs vs SMC's Guards.

I'm uncertain whether BYU can contain the Gaels well enough or consistent enough to win. I think you can score on them, out-rebound them, maybe even out-shoot them, but can you STOP them? I have my doubts even at home.

BYU didn't play that poorly last game in Moraga, it was more the fact St Mary's racked up nearly 100 pts and scored on nearly 75% of their possessions.

Hopefully, the Cougs play inspired basketball tonight. Outside of the Hartsock/Davies, Abouo needs to play smart basketball, Carlino needs to find the bottom of the net, and Zylstra will have to have one of his patented, "where did that come from" moments for a BYU victory.

It can happen. I thought the atmosphere vs LMU last week at MC was pretty subpar given what you're student section is capable of -- I expect a better effort tonight by the players and the fans.

The good news is SMC has been suspect on the road, so now is the time to nip them in the bud.

A BYU win is good/exciting for the entire Conference. I, for one, will be rooting for BYU tonight, which may be the last time until next season, so make good on tonight's opportunity.

It is called the Big Mac, not the MC.

[higherroad]

I'm so honored that you are rooting for BYU. I certainly hope the team sees your interest today and raises the bar.

That's what I'm going for...

Maybe someone can create a sign tonight: "Higherroad is high on BYU!"

It could be the inspiration they need to achieve victory.

I expect a terrific game and match-up tonight(even more excited for next Thurs).

You guys are terrific at home and I'm certain Coach Rose & Co. won't let another LMU game happen in the Big Mac. Win or lose, it'll be a better effort.

[OhioBlue]

I'll be there. I won't be making a higherroad sign. Sorry, just being honest.

I don't know what to think of this game...it's hard for me to imagine losing two in a row at home, hard to imagine our shooting slump will continue much longer, hard to imagine that the players won't be super motivated to beat these guys.

It was also hard to imagine us losing to a team like LMU at home.

I hope we run 'em.

[kccougar]

3 tickets in the corner - Section 122 - from the ticket office. I'll be there in the rafters.

[HuskyFreeNorthwest]

What time? ESPN or theMtn BYUtv?

[kccougar]

What time? ESPN or theMtn BYUtv?

7:00 MST. ESPNU.

[TripletDaddy]

3 tickets in the corner - Section 122 - from the ticket office. I'll be there in the rafters.

did you phone or buy over the web?

[kccougar]

did you phone or buy over the web?

Web. Stupid fees. $1.00/ticket order fee and then $2.00/order print-at-home fee. 3 nosebleed seats for a total of $26.00.