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It seems after listening to JL on the postgame that there isn't going to be a post season for BU this year. I know he didn't say "no", but he certainly didn't say they'd accept a bid if granted one.

I'm not sure if in 8 days any of the other post sason tourneys will be calling, but, after listening to the coach it doesn't seem like they are looking forward to something. With an RPI of 100 heading into today's game (it shouldn't go down after the loss) and possibly going to 110 by the end of next week, do you think BU will end up with a bid to some post season? I know I'd still like to see them play a few more times. And heck, only four more wins to get to 20 :o
 
Bradley has actually moved up to #99 in the RPI as of 11:20 pm tonight according to Jerry Palm at collegerpi.com.

Last year, Bradley dropped to #99 after losing to UNI in the Semi's and then finished #98. A pretty similar profile.

They'll get a call this week or next weekend.
 
MacabreMob said:
Bradley has actually moved up to #99 in the RPI as of 11:20 pm tonight according to Jerry Palm at collegerpi.com.

Last year, Bradley dropped to #99 after losing to UNI in the Semi's and then finished #98. A pretty similar profile.

They'll get a call this week or next weekend.
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I hope they press the ignore button......
 
Personally, I would prefer Bradley to not play in the CBI or CIT. They have not seemed to payoff as far as player development. Plus, this year they had extra games already with the Brazil trip. Nothing seemed to come of it.
 
While I would watch if they did play in one....I think it may be better to put this season of ups and downs behind us and focus on the recruiting trail.
 
I think I half-heartedly agree with you that post-season tournaments really don't contribute toward the development of a player significantly. Mediocre players don't become good because they play against Fordham or whoever, in a CBI tourny...Development is a long arduous process and maybe playing in a major tourny would be a positive...but these tertiary tourny's are kind of humbling frankly.
 
What player development? The last two tournaments it's been an attempt to up our win total, not get experience for players next year.
 
Bradleyguy10 said:
What player development? The last two tournaments it's been an attempt to up our win total, not get experience for players next year.
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I agree, we have proven that reaching the championships of the CBI and CIT did not make us any better than we finished the prervious year.

Playing in Brazil did not make us any better than we were last year.

Those tourneys have allowed our seniors to play more games, which is nice for them. I feel bad for CR ending like this, but do we really want SS to abuse his knee more? Would it be better to let SM rest his foot more?

I would rather the coaching staff use this time to recruit bigs. That's about the only thing that will make us better next year.
 
Bradleyguy10 said:
What player development? The last two tournaments it's been an attempt to up our win total, not get experience for players next year.
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Agreed. If we get an offer for one of the lesser tournaments... the new AD must get a guarantee from JL, before giving approval, that he will play AT, MK, DSE, and JE the most time. Like you said, what's the purpose of a lesser tournament if these guys (AT & MK) don't play and get experience. I'm unhappy that they both did not see more time this year on a .500 team. If we do play in one, start - 1. DSE, 2. JE, 3. MK, 4. TB, 5. AT.
 
BU RICK said:
Agreed. If we get an offer for one of the lesser tournaments... the new AD must get a guarantee from JL, before giving approval, that he will play AT, MK, DSE, and JE the most time. Like you said, what's the purpose of a lesser tournament if these guys (AT & MK) don't play and get experience. I'm unhappy that they both did not see more time this year on a .500 team. If we do play in one, start - 1. DSE, 2. JE, 3. MK, 4. TB, 5. AT.
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completely agree here. If we do play in one of these tourneys, MK and AT better see significant minutes
 
If a post season tournament this year for BU can make money for BU's athletic department, go ahead and play in it. If BU plays well, can't hurt recruiting and additional media exposure for BU and MVC.
 
I for the most part wouldn't mind bradley playing in a tournament but truth be told this team is beaten up and players are hurt. I agree with that lineup but TB is hurt now also so he should have limited time as well. SM is hurt and needs to rest. Those two don't need any more games under their belts..they've proven they can play. Instead of TB at the 4 it would be nice to at least TRY WE at the 4 with AT @ 5
 
No Postseason

No Postseason

OUR SEASON IS OVER! Our coaches should establish with the team at the beginning of the season that our goal is to play our way into the NCAA or NIT. If we don't get in these, it's over.

Our coaches can better use this important time to recruit and locate and sign a truly good BIG man. Preparing for and playing in a meaningless tournament will cut down on this valuable time significantly.

Players can concentrate on the books and sharpen skills in the gym.

The University and the Athletic Department should not surrender to greed and enter these tournaments for the $$$.

Again, our SEASON IS OVER----MOVE ON!!
 
I've always said in the past that I'm all for accepting a bid to any post season tournament. It gives us another chance to watch our Braves, prolong the season, avoid the boring offseason, blah, blah, blah......

However, I have really had my fill of this year's Bradley team (and that's a first for me to say that). They have really been a frustrating, underachieving bunch that never really gelled. Onward to the recruiting trail and next season, I say.
 
Bradleyguy10 said:
I for the most part wouldn't mind bradley playing in a tournament but truth be told this team is beaten up and players are hurt. I agree with that lineup but TB is hurt now also so he should have limited time as well. SM is hurt and needs to rest. Those two don't need any more games under their belts..they've proven they can play. Instead of TB at the 4 it would be nice to at least TRY WE at the 4 with AT @ 5
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A.T. would get pushed all over the court by any center in the Valley, we need a big and physical center not a thin one. I agree that Egolf would be a better 4 then a 5 and Taylor would be a great 3 with Warren at the 2 and Maniscalco at the point but we need a center plus we need to start recruiting more 6-6 and bigger players.
 
Yes but we don't have one of them right now so he should get playing time. If we get one for next season..then by all means...use him.
 
It's been a long year. Why play any more games? We can't play 2 good games in a row. We only have one guard that can shoot for an average; and that really creates problems when you play 4 guards. Also we wonder why we can't get a rebound. It's been stated many times that we need at least 2 bigs that want to play INSIDE. It doesn't help that our biggest guy wants to shoot 3s. We need more players like SM. I think DSE, JE & DD fit the bill; but are we going to play 5 guards next year? If we don't get JW here, next year will be just like this year. Playing more games will not help. We are not young and inexperienced any more. We could have lost just as easily by playing AT & MK and at least they would not be equivalent to freshmen next year. How good could have TB been if he had played last year?
 
fansince55 said:
It doesn't help that our biggest guy wants to shoot 3s.
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Ya I don't like how Sam Singh pulls up for 3's either:lol:

Are you referring to TB? Because he certainly isn't our biggest guy height or weight wise. But I definitely agree we need more players with SM's attitude and toughness. We will have them next year though, I think with SM, DD, AW all being seniors next year will help them being extra motivated to lead, along with JE and DSE displaying those leadership qualities as well, leadership for the team next year should be plenty fine.
 
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